Found & Followed: Vintage Design & Decor Inspiration
The hunt, the history, and the art curation process.
Our phones are full of photos of things we’ve seen in the wild. Some of them come home with us; others simply leave a mark.
In this space, we pull back the curtain on the BryteRiver art curation process. This is our digital scrapbook of “short-form” highlights—a source of interior design inspiration featuring everything from mid-century chairs spotted through a shop window to the incredible texture of a ceramic found at a dusty estate sale. Whether it’s a rare lithograph or a sculptural vase, these are the pieces that change the energy of a room.
The Bright Ideas of Will It Lamp?
Clay and Rory of Will It Lamp? are proving that any thrift store find can have a second act. From plate-turned-sconces to stout ceramic silhouettes, they’re turning discarded gear into high-end, functional art.
Why "Followed"? What's Behind Our Decor Inspiration
We don’t just find objects; we follow the threads they leave behind. When a piece speaks to us, we want to know why. We dig into the craft, the designer’s intent, and the movement that birthed it. This page is where those initial sparks of decor inspiration live before they become part of our permanent collection or a “Deep Dive” in The Archive.
What You’ll Find Here:
The Scouting Reports: Real-time updates from flea markets, auctions, and artist studios—perfect for those seeking authentic vintage decor inspiration.
Design in the Wild: Architecture and interiors we encounter while out for coffee or traveling; a curated look at global design inspiration.
Curation Notes: An inside look at our art curation philosophy. Why we chose a specific piece for the shop and what makes it “BryteRiver.”
The Ones That Got Away: The beautiful objects we couldn’t buy, but couldn’t stop thinking about.
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We share our latest Found and Followed highlights—the quick, interesting pieces we’ve spotted in the wild—alongside deep dives into art history and curation. It’s the context you want and the home decor inspiration you need, perfect for your Saturday morning coffee.