Bloomist is pleased to announce our participation in Be Original Americas, non-profit creative advocacy committed to informing, educating, and influencing manufacturers, artisans, design professionals, and consumers about the economic, ethical, and environmental value of authentic design.
To learn more about "Be Original Americas" and see a full list of brands and individuals making a commitment to the protection of original design, click here.
IN THE DESIGNER AND CREATORSDesigner’s designs and ideas are their property and that of the company they have partnered with in creating and manufacturing the work. IN THE CUSTOMERThe customer will choose the original when they know and understand the work of the designer, the value of quality, and the investment it takes to create something original. THAT INVESTING IN ORIGINAL DESIGN IS GOOD BUSINESSInvesting in original design pays off. It keeps its value, is more durable and ages with beauty. |
IN PROTECTING THE DESIGNER AND COMPANYYoung designers and ambitious design brands need design protection to foster innovation, explore possibilities, and usher in the future. IN CREATIVITYWe believe in creating — NOT imitating. Making something original, with inspiration from the past and historic traditions is part of the learning process to create something wholly new. THAT GOOD DESIGN MAKES A DIFFERENCEGood design makes a difference in the world. It can be sustainable and protect our planet. Good design improves our quality of life. |
IN THE FUTURE OF DESIGNDesign gives back to the industry as a whole and to the people it serves. By purchasing authentic design you are investing in the future of design. IN AUTHENTICITYThe authentic way is the right way – for end users, designers, the companies that develop new original designs through research, creativity, investments and skills. IN TRUE PARTNERSTrue partners believe in these ideas and join our fight to support original design. |
WHY BE ORIGINAL AMERICAS
KNOCKOFFS ARE NOT JUST THE THEFT OF AN IDEA - THEY ARE THE THEFT OF OPPORTUNITY.