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

Plastic in Paradise

Plastic in Paradise

Plastic Isn’t Part of the Paradise: Rethinking Waste While We Wander  There’s something about arriving in a new place that stirs the senses—clear blue waters, lush hillsides, colorful markets, and...

Plastic in Paradise

Plastic Isn’t Part of the Paradise: Rethinking Waste While We Wander  There’s something about arriving in a new place that stirs the senses—clear blue waters, lush hillsides, colorful markets, and...

Marseille

Marseille

Marseille: Searching for Magic in a City That’s Hurting  Not every place wears its magic on the surface. Sometimes you have to search, sometimes you have to surrender—and sometimes, it...

Marseille

Marseille: Searching for Magic in a City That’s Hurting  Not every place wears its magic on the surface. Sometimes you have to search, sometimes you have to surrender—and sometimes, it...

Regenerative Cotton

Regenerative Cotton

From Soil to Soul: Why We Chose Regenerative Cotton Over Fast Fashion  In the world of fashion, not all cotton is created equal—and neither are the hands that bring it...

Regenerative Cotton

From Soil to Soul: Why We Chose Regenerative Cotton Over Fast Fashion  In the world of fashion, not all cotton is created equal—and neither are the hands that bring it...

A Gentle Cleansing

A Gentle Cleansing

Sometimes, a fresh start isn’t about erasing the past—it’s about honoring it. It’s about gathering the lessons, memories, and love we’ve collected along the way and carrying them forward with...

A Gentle Cleansing

Sometimes, a fresh start isn’t about erasing the past—it’s about honoring it. It’s about gathering the lessons, memories, and love we’ve collected along the way and carrying them forward with...

The Art of the Pause

The Art of the Pause

Travel | Conscious Living | Presence  There’s a certain kind of magic in stopping. Not to check your phone. Not to take a photo. But to truly stop. To be still...

The Art of the Pause

Travel | Conscious Living | Presence  There’s a certain kind of magic in stopping. Not to check your phone. Not to take a photo. But to truly stop. To be still...

Alpaca vs. Cashmere: A Tale of Two Luxuries

Alpaca vs. Cashmere: A Tale of Two Luxuries

Alpaca vs. Cashmere: A Tale of Two Luxuries  When it comes to timeless luxury, few materials rival the elegance and softness of alpaca and cashmere. Both are cherished for their...

Alpaca vs. Cashmere: A Tale of Two Luxuries

Alpaca vs. Cashmere: A Tale of Two Luxuries  When it comes to timeless luxury, few materials rival the elegance and softness of alpaca and cashmere. Both are cherished for their...