Shop Talk: KASART

Furniture and decor stores like West Elm, Crate and Barrel, and IKEA dominate their market for a reason — they create attractive showrooms and catalogs that allow consumers to easily purchase their curated designs. All one simply needs to do is find a room they like through one of the store’s “inspiration” sources, and they can purchase everything pictured, from the sofa and coffee table to the wall art and floor planter. These stores make it extremely convenient for people wanting a DIY interior makeover.

When it comes to designs for the individual, however, these brand-name stores fall short. They appeal to the masses, that’s simply their nature. And that’s ok because every piece in one’s home doesn’t have to be custom-made. In fact, incorporating a few unique, eye-catching pieces is all it takes to personalize a space.

Where do you find such items? Local shops.

Kasart, located in Dallas at 6025 Royal Lane St. 221.

Located in Dallas’s Preston Hollow neighborhood, the curated modern art and decor store, Kasart, offers a variety of pieces sure to transform one’s room. When customers shop here, they know they’re receiving something special, as owner and interior designer Mariana Tagle only sources “items that are different and not easily accessible or too commercial.”

The Peruvian designer moved to Dallas seven years ago, quickly making the modern aesthetic her market niche. Her professional background and travels around the world helped shape her cosmopolitan taste, and she wanted to share this with the Texas city. “In the past, Dallas had been built and decorated in a more traditional style,” Mariana said. But she found clients to be extremely excited about “bringing contemporary life into their homes,” and the success of her client consultations drove her to want more. So after six years of balancing a design business, her three children’s busy schedules, and waiting for the perfect location, Mariana opened her dream store, Kasart, in May 2019.

The inspiration behind Kasart was Mariana’s desire to offer clients an opportunity to add a modern twist to any space. “I believe your home should be a place that brings you joy and nothing brings more joy than being surrounded by beauty. This doesn’t mean everything has to be modern but adding a few pieces can really elevate one’s decor.”

She carefully curates her collection, selecting pieces that are unique and full of personality. The art she brings in comes from “artists who are growing their presence so it’s a quality investment for the clients.”

It’s hard to find personality and uniqueness in your staple home and decor stores, which is why it’s so important to branch out and visit your local shops like Kasart. We hope this Shop Talk has inspired you to do just that!