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Nov 11

wondering what MERBOH means?

Well, you’re in the right place so let’s cut to the chase:

(MER) Mercantile | Refers to trade, commerce and/or the exchange of goods. A marketplace where ideas, value, and meaning circulate from one person to the next.

(BOH) Bohemian | A way of living that prioritizes creative freedom. intuition and self-expression. Where experience, emotion and authenticity is valued over social/economic status.

Registered Trademark — Fun fact: The letter O is a figurative projector that showcases visuals I find inspiring, tap on the logo to see an IG reel with some cool variations.

The name MERBOH is derived from two words: mercantile, representing open exchange, and bohemian, representing the creative spirit. I’m not sure how or when the merger (MER + BOH) popped into my head, but the pairing forms a compelling paradox. From a design perspective (particularly interiors), I often gravitate toward materials with sleek and assertive properties (think hard metals) but I also appreciate objects that feel soulful and relaxed (think soft textiles). I remember flipping through a design magazine years ago and staring at a space that embodies this aesthetic beautifully (shown)—The design elements are like science + mathematics (laws & absolutes) mixed with literature + music (freedom & self-expression). Something about it reminds me of the masculine and the feminine in a ratio that favors the former. I love how the cold metal elements (desk, lamps, bedframe) play with the warm patterned rug, while the creamy walls and bedlinens broker the union (like a moderator) — Brilliant!

Bottom line: MERBOH is synonymous with a conversation, like white noise, there’s always chatter in my work as I love the energy (tension) created when objects with polarizing properties intersect, thereby electrifying (illuminating) the beauty in contrast.

If you’re still not sure what MERBOH is about, check out the inspo pics shown—they are worth a thousand words!