MANRHAUS AKA Margarett

I grew up in a small town, high in the Colorado Rockies. Our household was vibrant; with six siblings, my mother (a baker), and my father (a tradesman) - both educated out of Berkley In the 60's. Our house was full of art, music, jokes, learning, and imagination. The crisp mountain air didn't hurt either. The household motto was "more is more" and it was perfect chaos.

I've taken this "more is more" approach to my own life and work. As an adult I have lived coast to coast and created myself in many different ways. From being a Massage Therapist, running a small arts non-profit, to being a Metalsmith whose work has been shown across the country. I live a maximalist life.

Design has been a grounding aspect of my life and my view of the world since I was young. I believe that good design and beautiful visuals should be available for everyone and that belief birthed MANR HAUS. MANR are my initials and Haus references my German roots, is a nod to the great design houses of the past century, and the way I grew up. Together, they represent me.

I currently create/work out of a turret room above a suburban street within a house I am happy to share with my husband and two tiny dogs.