Our Story

Andean Legacy Meets Design Innovation

Amplifying Cultural Heritage with Thoughtful Design

At DAR Proyectos, stone and craft come together like magic. Each object hums with mountain energy—part plaything, part talisman—yet remains rooted in Andean heritage. More than a brand, our initiatives are a movement that preserves ancestral wisdom, empowers artisans, and shows how tradition can shape the future.

The spark in the Amazon

In the heart of the Peruvian jungle, a chance meeting between designer Jenny Boucher and industrial designer Mauricio Navarro ignited the idea for DAR Proyectos. Jenny brought a lifelong passion for textiles; Mauricio, a drive to reinvent indigenous craft. Their shared vision has since evolved into a studio where cultural heritage meets playful design.

Crafted in the Andes

Our artisans live just beyond our doorstep in the Peruvian Andes. Working side by side, we transform ancestral weaving and natural gemstones into tactile, joyful design objects. Each piece carries the energy of the mountains and a sense of home—luxurious, grounded, and always a little playful.

Design That Lasts

We don’t chase trends. We design objects with enduring value — rooted in craft, elevated by design, and built for long-term cultural and emotional impact.

But what does home mean to you?

Do you remember when home meant less screens and more human connection?

Candle lit dinners replaced television lit dinners, pulling out the board games wasn’t reserved for holidays, and a good book > scrolling before sleep.

We’re bringing that back.

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Home is a time to pause. It’s where we listen, play, interact.

Surrounding yourself with objects and decor that reflect a grounded and mindful way of life is the first step towards making home feel like home.Switching out the latest Netflix series for a classic, mindful game infused with Andean culture reminds us of the power of disconnecting from the outside world and connecting with what’s right in front of us.

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The priceless value of play

Our pricetag is higher, but for good reason. Consider this: when you shop for a gold ring, you know there is value in the material.

The same applies to our vibrant semi-precious stones infused with Andean culture. They will always hold value in more ways than one. Plus, Andean gemstones come in an unmatched array of vibrant tones and colors, making it easy to find a DAR. Proyectos piece that is as individual as you.

Gemstones are usually used in a way that says look, don’t touch. That’s not us. We want to actually appreciate them. Our designs are tactile and interactive – designed to awaken a sense of play.

And you can’t put a price on that, right?

Every purchase gives back to the Andean community, shares their work with the world, and preserves Andean traditions.

Unfortunately, our artisans won’t be able to compete with China to produce their decor forever. Once the demand drops, so will their business. By valuing design and heritage craft, we’re preserving their traditions and creating long-term economical solutions.