Welcome to Doma ORTIZMEXIA!

I’m Santiago Ortiz. After four decades immersed in art, design, and architecture, I am excited to share a collection of original pieces, collaborations, and unique objets d'art for your home and body. I specialize in handpicked artifacts that blend artistry and functionality, offering everything from handcrafted finds, furniture, objects, to apparel, tools, and accessories. I select each piece is for its unique story, its craftsmanship, and its superior quality. I am proud to share this space and personal style. Explore my collection to find one of a kind treasures, which inspire and enrich your daily experiences.

Our products are all custom made to order, either series or one item. Please review product description for details, deposits, delivery, and other critical information.

土間/ どま (Doma): Dirt floor.

Doma began to appear and become vernacular in urban areas in Japan during the early 17th century. In town-homes, Doma is the area between the main entry and the interior of the home, where the raised wooden floor is. The ground in this section was typically finished in packed earth, mud plaster, or in some cases stone or floor tiles. In the Doma was where food for the inhabitants was prepared, hence a hearth (Irori) and also the main location to draw water from. In the evenings, the Doma was the location of the main source of light, the Irori. This multi purpose became the center of the home, it offered safety from fire and water damage, it was also easy to clean up, as it wasn’t a fully interior room. Serving as an extension of the interior and the exterior, it became the ideal workspace for fishermen, farmers, carpenters, artisans, and craftsmen. Its flexibility and convenience, made it an ideal place to be creative.

I feel incredibly inspired by what the Doma offers; an area to elaborate and explore , a place to commune and share with others, and the space to express ourselves. I hope you enjoy navigating our site and discovering our singular products.