Travel with us and learn about the people, places, and practices preserving craft, culture, and community.

  • marisa pepper

    Marisa has spent her 20+ year career immersed in luxury fashion and retail, rising from the sales floor to lead major expansions for both local and international brands, with a focus on growing companies and connecting people with high-end product. Over time, she realized she wanted to do more than simply excel at business—she wanted to create a company guided by purpose. 

    Her love of travel exposed her to the remarkable craftsmanship of artisans around the world, inspiring her to bring those stories and skills, that she personally connected with, to her local community. That passion led tofound., a curated collection of clothing, furniture and objects discovered on her journeys with her sister and family, crafted by the artisans they meet, and produced in responsible, high-quality factories. 

    found. reflects her commitment to uniquely timeless design that honors makers, supports the earth, and brings meaningful, joyful experiences to the people who welcome these creations into their homes and lives. 

  • andrea pertnoy

    Andrea’s work is grounded in the belief that everyday life can be both beautiful and deeply intentional. She spent more than a decade teaching yoga, sharing a practice rooted in presence, connection, and mindful living.

    That foundation led her to co-create The Bee, an organic market, vegan café, and yoga studio that became a gathering place for wellness, nourishment, and community.

    Over time, Andrea’s creative expression evolved into ceramics. Her functional pottery blends earth, utility, and quiet luxury—pieces designed to be held, used, and lived with.

    Family remains central to Andrea’s work. Alongside her husband and two sons, she finds inspiration in the rituals of daily life—moments that shape her approach to craft, intention, and design.

    Today, her work is part of found., the conscious retail space she co-founded with her sister. Together, they curate sustainable, soulful objects from around the world, creating a space where artistry, intention, and everyday living coexist.

our story

Our journey begins in the early 1980s, nestled in the sun-soaked suburbs of South Florida—a childhood defined by beauty, warmth, and the safety of a white picket fence. But that idyllic beginning only sparked a deeper desire: to explore far beyond the familiar. With endless curiosity and the support of an incredible family, we set out to experience the richness of the world—its cultures, flavors, traditions, and wild landscapes.

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our stories

Beautiful things. Better business. B Corp

Beautiful things. Better business. B Corp

Why B Corp Matters to us. At found., we spend a lot of time looking beyond the finished product. We want to know where something came from, who made it,...

Beautiful things. Better business. B Corp

Why B Corp Matters to us. At found., we spend a lot of time looking beyond the finished product. We want to know where something came from, who made it,...

Men's Luxury, Renewed

Men's Luxury, Renewed

Renewed Loro Piana Cashmere · Made in Italy There are some things that become more beautiful when they are given another life. A handwoven textile. An antique piece of furniture. An...

Men's Luxury, Renewed

Renewed Loro Piana Cashmere · Made in Italy There are some things that become more beautiful when they are given another life. A handwoven textile. An antique piece of furniture. An...

The Future of Craft: Why Supporting Modern Artisans Matters More Than Ever

The Future of Craft: Why Supporting Modern Arti...

There is something different about an object made by hand. Perhaps it is the slight variation in a woven pattern, the uneven edge of a hand-shaped vessel, or the marks...

The Future of Craft: Why Supporting Modern Arti...

There is something different about an object made by hand. Perhaps it is the slight variation in a woven pattern, the uneven edge of a hand-shaped vessel, or the marks...

The Art of Light: Handmade Candles from Oaxaca

The Art of Light: Handmade Candles from Oaxaca

Just outside Oaxaca, we had the privilege of meeting a family who has been handcrafting ceremonial candles for generations, a remarkable craft that has long illuminated life's most meaningful moments. We...

The Art of Light: Handmade Candles from Oaxaca

Just outside Oaxaca, we had the privilege of meeting a family who has been handcrafting ceremonial candles for generations, a remarkable craft that has long illuminated life's most meaningful moments. We...

The World Is in It - How global unrest shapes what we carry — and where we go to find it

The World Is in It - How global unrest shapes w...

When we opened found., we built our sourcing model around one idea: go directly to the makers. No middlemen, no wholesale catalogs, no trade shows. Just us, a carry-on, and...

The World Is in It - How global unrest shapes w...

When we opened found., we built our sourcing model around one idea: go directly to the makers. No middlemen, no wholesale catalogs, no trade shows. Just us, a carry-on, and...

dump filled with clothing discarded before the end of its lifecycle

Fast Fashion is No Longer Fashionable

The World Is Done With Fast Fashion. So Are We. | found. found. | West Palm Beach The World Is Done With Fast Fashion. So Are We. Governments around the...

Fast Fashion is No Longer Fashionable

The World Is Done With Fast Fashion. So Are We. | found. found. | West Palm Beach The World Is Done With Fast Fashion. So Are We. Governments around the...