For locals, Janaki Larsen’s family-run corner store as well as café in Vancouver, Le Marché St. George, is a gathering location — somewhere to search captivating wares, enjoy coffee as well as get together with neighbors. It’s this neighborhood spirit that’s sure to make Janaki’s latest venture, found a couple kilometres north, just as successful. Atelier St. George, which opened in March, is a laid-back showroom-studio with rustic, sun-bleached interiors similar to Mexico (fitting, provided that many of the store’s textiles are created in the country, as well as Janaki’s mother, renowned artist Patricia Larsen, lives there).
Visitors will discover olive-wood plates from Italy as well as deer-horn knives from Spain arranged on weathered tables. There’s likewise linen garments from regional label Mandula as well as a choice of Patricia’s paintings. “I stroll markets to discover unusual things,” Janaki says. “Or even better, the people making lovely things.” Janaki is an artisan herself. just behind the showroom is her pottery studio, where she throws graceful bowls, plates as well as vases. looking to the future, she plans to establish a line of ceramics for restaurants. “And eventually, I’d like to have the café as well as atelier together under one roof,” she says.
Located on 11 east 7th Ave., Vancouver