Naturalism Furniture is a one-man workshop located in Atlanta, GA operated by Robert Brou, who designs and fabricates each piece himself, with painstaking craftsmanship and woodworking skill.  We’ve featured just a few of Brou’s limited edition works (he creates 12 to 14 pieces per year), many of which emit a whimsical, “Middle Earth” vibe.

Brou uses only FSC Certified sources for his wood, as well as some salvaged and reclaimed materials.

In addition to sending holiday greetings, one of my other favorite things to do for the holidays is to display a pretty wreath. If you’re tired of your typical evergreen wreath here’s a fresh take on decorative wreaths, some of these can be used year-round, others can be tucked away and re-used next year.

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