About Us
About us
Folk Project is a California-based home décor and design studio dedicated to preserving heirloom practices through thoughtful, ethically made furniture, home objects, and capsule collections designed to last.
We work in close collaboration with multi-generational artisan groups in Guatemala and Mexico to create meaningful pieces that honor heritage, craftsmanship, and cultural expression.
Since 2005, our mission has been to design with intention and care—bringing together stories of artistry to create objects that exist beyond trends. Each piece is a tribute to handwoven beauty and folk traditions.
Through our work, we aim to spark curiosity, joy, and appreciation for these living traditions. Folk Project is committed to celebrating Central American textile culture and continuing this ongoing dialogue between artisans, communities, and those who welcome these pieces into their homes
Our story
Folk Project is a California-based design studio creating soulful furniture, home objects, and capsule collections inspired by the beauty of traditional craftsmanship. Through thoughtful design and ethical collaboration, we create lasting pieces that honor heritage, artistry, and the stories woven into every material.
We work closely with multi-generational artisan communities throughout Guatemala and Mexico, celebrating their knowledge, techniques, and cultural expressions while bringing their exceptional textiles into contemporary spaces.
Since 2005, our mission has been to design with intention — creating objects that exist beyond trends and connect people to the hands, places, and traditions behind them. Each piece is a tribute to the beauty of handwoven textiles and the living cultures that inspire them.
From the Chapin highlands to the valleys, every region tells its story through its unique design of huipil — a garment that carries far more than craftsmanship. It is a reflection of identity, memory, and generations of artistic expression.
We hope to inspire curiosity, appreciation, and connection by creating a bridge between artisans, their communities, and the people who welcome these meaningful pieces into their homes.
Our Story
Indigenous cultural heritage is carried through both tangible creations and intangible traditions passed from one generation to the next. For many Indigenous women, clothing has long been a powerful form of expression — a quiet yet eloquent language through which identity, history, and belonging are woven into the present and carried forward for future generations.
Maya textiles are remarkable for their vibrant colors, intricate geometric patterns, and floral motifs. These designs are more than decoration; they are part of a visual language that reflects community identity, ancestral knowledge, social connections, and spiritual beliefs. Each textile carries layers of meaning, with symbols and patterns understood differently depending on one’s relationship to the culture and traditions behind them.
For many weavers, textiles are also a deeply personal form of creativity and storytelling. Some messages are shared within the community, while others remain intimate expressions of the woman who created the piece. Every thread holds a connection to place, memory, and the hands that brought it to life.
