What does intentional mean to Maure?
At Maure, intentionality isn’t a trend or a buzzword, but a way of choosing. It’s slowing down in a world that rewards speed, and deciding that how something is made, who made it, and why it exists matters. It’s selecting objects with a story, a soul, and a sense of permanence, rather than filling our spaces with things that are easy, disposable, or forgettable.
At Maure, we go against the grain of a society where convenience is most celebrated. We celebrate small artisans who create with passion, consideration, and expertise, rather than mass-produced objects that lose value too soon. Maure’s pieces do not cut corners, they support fair wages and workers’ rights, and are made to last generations, growing more beautiful with time.
Intentional living, for Maure, shows up in the details. It's in how you host, how you gift, and how you create atmosphere in your home or workspace. If you’re drawn to spaces and objects that feel considered, meaningful, and quietly luxurious, you’re exactly where you should be.
The Power of Accessories: Small Objects, Big Impact
Accessories have the power to change a space, even without replacing your furniture. This is because accessories occupy empty spaces, influence the atmosphere, create rituals, and ultimately determine your daily experience.
Find a vase that speaks to you, grab a bundle of flowers from the bodega around the block, and add them to your office desk. You’ll immediately see how the vase and floral combination brightens the space, brings joy, and simultaneously gives your eyes a break from the computer screen. The contrast between your screen and natural beauty introduces delight and calm.
Not only does this duo make an impact on your day, but when you search for a vase that speaks to you, is handmade, or made-to-order, you can live more comfortably knowing that your purchase supported the livelihood of a passionate craftsman. Plus, you may become a regular at your local bodega for their flowers, supporting another small business along the way.
When you find accessories and statement pieces that speak to you, rather than seeking the cheapest and most convenient option, you begin breaking away from that pattern. You start curating a feeling, rather than desperately trying to fill a space.
Thoughtful Home Accessories as Storytelling
The first step to collecting and styling decor with intention is to think about the story you want your home, your office, or your gifting to tell. Consider every object as a quiet narrator of your space. What do you want your piece to say about its origin, its maker, its material, and its purpose?
This is what separates decoration from meaning-driven design, where every piece becomes a character in the story of your life, each with its own background and personality, showcased to yourself and to guests alike.
Designing with Purpose, Not Excess
Intentional decorating is not about minimalism for the sake of restraint, nor is it about perfection. It is about clarity. When each object is chosen with care, there is less need for excess. Fewer pieces allow each one to breathe, to be seen, and to be appreciated.
When a space is overcrowded, even beautiful things lose their impact. But when there is room, both physically and visually, objects can exist in conversation with one another. A hand-thrown bowl placed thoughtfully on a shelf feels more powerful than a dozen objects competing for attention. Intention asks us to slow down, to question why something belongs, and to let go of the urge to fill every empty corner.
This approach also naturally resists trend fatigue. When you choose pieces because they resonate with you, rather than because they are momentarily popular, they remain relevant long after trends fade. The result is a space that feels grounded, personal, and enduring.
Materials Matter: The Foundation of Sustainable Luxury
Materials tell a story before words ever do. The weight of ceramic in your hands, the sheen of hand cut leather, the warmth of wood, the subtle imperfections in hand-blown glass are some of the quiet indicators of craftsmanship and care. Thoughtful home accessories are often defined not only by how they look, but by how they feel and how they age over time.
Sustainable luxury is not about abundance; it is about longevity. It is about choosing materials and techniques that honor the environment, the maker, and the owner. Pieces crafted with integrity do not ask to be replaced quickly. Instead, they develop a patina, a softness, and a familiarity that deepens with use.
When materials are chosen with intention, objects become companions rather than consumables. They move with you from home to home, season to season, and stage to stage of life.
Where Function Meets Feeling
The most meaningful accessories are those that seamlessly serve both a practical and emotional role. A tray that gathers your favorite appetizers becomes a stage for a delicious gathering. A candleholder turns an ordinary evening into a moment of pause. A serving piece invites connection, conversation, and shared experience. A bottle opener opens not just a bottle, but a moment of celebration or an intimate pause.
These objects quietly shape our routines. They mark moments, like pouring cream into your morning coffee, winding down in the evening, or hosting loved ones, all while giving them structure and beauty. Thoughtful accessories are not reserved for special occasions, but elevate the everyday.
When form and function are equally considered, your space begins to support how you live, not just how it looks.
Creating Cohesion, Not Uniformity
An intentional space does not require everything to match. In fact, uniformity can often feel impersonal or “copy and pasted.” Cohesion comes from shared values rather than identical aesthetics, such as repeated materials, complementary tones, or a consistent respect for craft.
Mixing styles, eras, and influences allows a space to feel collected rather than designed. A contemporary vase beside a vintage object creates tension and interest. Handcrafted pieces naturally bridge differences, grounding a space through their authenticity.
The goal is harmony, not sameness. When objects are chosen thoughtfully, they find their place with ease.
Intentional Decorating as a Reflection of Values
The way we decorate is deeply tied to the way we live. Choosing thoughtfully made home accessories reflects a desire to move more slowly, to value quality over quantity, and to invest in things that last.
Every intentional choice is a quiet vote for craftsmanship and longevity. These choices shape not only our spaces, but also our relationship to consumption itself. Over time, intentional decorating becomes less about acquiring and more about appreciating.
Your home becomes a reflection of what you value, not simply what is readily available.
Thoughtful Gifting as an Extension of Intentional Living
Gifting, much like decorating, is an opportunity to tell a story. A thoughtful home accessory given as a gift often finds a lasting place in someone’s daily life. It becomes part of their rituals, their gatherings, and their memories.
When you gift with intention, you offer more than an object. You offer meaning, care, and something designed to endure. These are the gifts that are remembered, not tucked away, but lived with and cherished.
Living with What You Love
Decorating with intention is an ongoing practice, not a finished state. Spaces evolve, just as we do. What remains constant is the care behind each choice.
By slowing down, choosing thoughtfully, and surrounding yourself with objects that carry meaning, your space becomes more than a backdrop where it really becomes a reflection of a considered life. One filled with beauty, purpose, and lasting connection.
At its core, intentional decorating is simply this: living with what you love, and loving what you choose to live with.
