ŪMA in Los Angeles｜Galerie Half 🪑✨

Compared to Europe, LA has fewer taste-makers in collectible design—but Galerie Half is a standout. Studio ŪMA even recommended this deeply thoughtful curator and their aesthetic value in a Monocle interview. ⚪️ What is Galerie Half? Founder Cameron Smith grew up in a design family, honing a sharp eye for objects through years of flea market browsing. It’s not just a furniture store—it’s a gallery where antiques, mid-century designs, and African and Asian artifacts enter into dialogue. The standout philosophy: honoring the marks of time. Cracks in wood, fabric wear, bronze patina—all are seen as traces of life. But can objects this strong overwhelm a space? Can gallery beauty truly translate into everyday living? ⚪️ Here’s what we’ve learned and want to share: • Courage to mix: A home doesn’t need perfect harmony. Old and new together can create poetry. • The importance of emptiness: Don’t overcrowd—let furniture breathe. • Sense of time: When choosing pieces, ask: “Will it be even more beautiful in 10 years?” • Spatial storytelling: A home isn’t a showroom, but like Galerie Half, it can tell your unique story. Galerie Half feels like “a poem written with furniture.” And ŪMA’s perspective reminds us: a poem should not only be beautiful—it should be livable, in rhythm with life. 🏡🎨 #InteriorDesign #GalerieHalf #DesignInspiration #SpatialAesthetics #Lifestyle #LondonInteriorDesign #LondonArchitecture #LADesignSpot #CollectibleDesignLA #TimelessSpaces #CuratedLiving #DesignPhilosophy #SlowDecor #MeaningfulObjects