Category: Applied Arts

Cherished Relationships

1st February 2022

From its inception in 1994, DesignYard has worked hard to promote local craftspeople and designers to a wide audience of discerning customers. We pride ourselves on our longstanding relationships with makers and customers alike. Two special people that come to mind are renowned woodturner and Benedictine monk Br Ciarán... Continue reading

Nicole van der Wolf

Applied Arts

Seven Spanish Angels

23rd November 2020

Catch up with Pigsy and his latest art work in our exclusive online exhibition. Presenting “Seven Spanish Angels” works created in his Malaga studio. Show opens 28 November at 6pm , closes 12 December 12am. Preview 27 November 2020 at 6pm book your preview at info@designyard.ie. Work ships from... Continue reading

Nicole van der Wolf

Applied Arts

Precious play things and their homes

5th February 2019

Did you know the word jewellery (we love a good trivia!) very likely comes from the Latin word ‘jocus’ meaning “sport or pastime” and its variation ‘jocale’ – ‘play thing’? And they’re not only play things, but precious things – to wear, enjoy and admire. Anything small and precious will... Continue reading

David