THE ALTAR
The Altar is a lifestyle brand founded and based in Berlin with design codes at the intersection of the natural world and Berlin archetypes.
It was created with the vision of fostering sanctuary and bringing a sense of stillness to the home and self, without compromising on boldness and expression. We remix and riff on two worlds in a collision of contrasts, finding harmony in a push and pull of aesthetics.
Inspired by organic forms and textures found only in nature, The Altar’s products are characterised by asymmetry, earth tones, natural ingredients, and artisanal craftsmanship. In contrast, we’re informed by Berlin‘s vibrant nightlife, rich cultural diversity and unapologetic mentality. These themes have been distilled and juxtaposed against organic shapes and textures to create truly unique pieces.
We believe the best ideas are born from open minds and collaboration. As such, most items from our first collection, Drop 001, are collaboration pieces, handmade by artisans in Berlin. Our collaboration partners are thoughtfully curated for their vision, design codes and ethics. This way, their creative intuition can thrive through the lens of The Altar.
Lastly, a note on the name. Historically, altars have served as focal points for sacred rituals and personal reflection across cultures. While traditionally tied to religious practices, modern interpretations have transformed altars into personal spaces for mindfulness, gratitude, and self-reconnection, bridging the sacred and the everyday.
In our interpretation, the home and self are The Altar.
