Amethyst Artisan – LOST GEM
A couple of years ago, while studying abroad in Spain, Molly, one of the members of our team, took a short trip to Morocco and was simply astounded by the overwhelming beauty of every space she saw. There were so many materials and patterns jumbled together, and yet somehow so seamlessly melting into one another to create a cohesive feeling. With the bright colors and intricate decorations, it felt a bit like living inside of a Matisse painting. Walking into Amethyst artisan, which is primarily a tile shop, Molly was immediately transported back to the chaotic yet graceful artistry of Moroccan courtyards. This makes sense, because almost everything in this shop comes from the North African country. Michele, the owner and an artist herself, explained that she and her partner, Michael, opened the shop in 2005 and although she does design some new pieces herself, most of the inventory comes from their scouting trips to Morocco. In addition to the gorgeous tiles, the store is filled with exquisite hanging lanterns and intricately carved furniture. Much of their business comes from outfitting restaurants and hotels, and as Molly said, “if a hotel looked anything like this shop, I would be thrilled to stay there.”
