OUR STORY

We’re Dörte and Malcolm, and we created Lewes Map Store from our home in Lewes, East Sussex.

I’m a photographer, artist and founder of Curly Carrot Pinterest Marketing, while Malcolm is a designer and conceptual fine artist. We’re lucky to live close to the South Downs, together with our son Alfie and our black Labrador, Ruby. Being surrounded by nature and living so close to the Downs is something we feel very fortunate about, and it has a strong influence on both our work and the things we’re drawn to.

Lewes Map Store grew from our love of Lewes and its surroundings, and has become a creative outlet for both of us. Malcolm created Lewes Map, a hand-drawn 3D-style illustration inspired by the character, architecture and history of our hometown. What began with the map has grown into a collection of our own designs alongside carefully selected work from independent UK makers and artists.

We’re drawn to natural materials, thoughtful design and traditional craftsmanship. We love objects that have a sense of place, whether rooted in the landscape around Lewes or shaped by the materials, traditions and skills of the maker.

Our collection is carefully considered rather than filled for the sake of it. Alongside our own designs, you’ll find handmade ceramics, tableware, jewellery, art prints and other useful and beautiful things, all chosen because we genuinely like them and think you will too.