When Dana Baugh packed up her desk in corporate hospitality 10 years ago, she made a choice that was deeply personal: To build a creative practice grounded in authenticity, craft, and Caribbean heritage. For over a decade, she has been true to that mission, creating pieces “infused with Jamaican roots and culture” with the intention of spreading joy, warmth and the unmistakeable charm of the Caribbean to tables all over the world.

A decade later, BAUGHaus stands as a recognised name in contemporary Caribbean design, but for Baugh, this milestone is not about comfort. It is about growth, evolution, and the bold exploration of new creative horizons.

At the heart of this chapter stands a luminous sculptural work: The Breadfruit Table Lamp, a piece that embodies the studio’s signature blend of handcrafted artistry and heritage.

With Caribbean stories, culture, and heritage currently in the spotlight, Baugh sees an opportunity to tell her stories even more boldly, continuing to design and produce pieces that are uniquely Caribbean.

“There’s a collective conversation happening now, a recognition that our heritage, our aesthetics, our narratives are relevant, beautiful, and wanted,” she says. “For me, that means staying true to my vision and continuing to create. When someone wants to bring a piece of this into their home, BAUGHaus is here to help them do that; to share the warmth, the roots, and the pride of the Caribbean in a way that feels aspirational, yet deeply connected to who we are.”

A Return to First Love

Before the dinnerware collections and porcelain tableware that have become synonymous with BAUGHaus, there was light.

“BAUGHaus started with designing lighting fixtures,” Baugh shares. “That was my first love. This anniversary feels like a full-circle moment, a renewal of that original focus, but at a deeper and more expansive level.”

Over the years, she has created bespoke ceiling and statement lighting installations for private villas and exquisite homes across Jamaica and overseas. The Breadfruit Lamp marks the beginning of a more intentional expansion into collectible, sculptural lighting for the home, including table lamps and floor lamps.

It also marks something more personal: The beginning of what she describes as her “artist era”.

The Breadfruit Reimagined

The breadfruit holds deep cultural resonance across the Caribbean — a symbol of sustenance, resilience, and rootedness. For Baugh, it was also a natural progression.

“I already had a breadfruit dinnerware collection. One day the idea just connected — the fruit, the leaves, the light. It made sense.”

Handcrafted entirely from porcelain, the lamp’s base captures the richly textured surface of the breadfruit itself. The tactile form is organic and unmistakably Caribbean. When illuminated, light grazes the porcelain skin, enhancing its sculptural texture and creating a warm, golden glow.

Crowning the piece is a handmade canopy of breadfruit leaves, each individually formed from custom-coloured clay. The verdant greens were carefully mixed and tested to reflect the lush tones of the tropical tree. Every leaf is delicately shaped and intricately placed before being kiln-fused together — a technical and artistic undertaking.

Antique bronze fittings introduce a refined contrast, while the switch is placed along the cable to preserve the delicate integrity of the ceramic shade.

When lit, the lamp transforms its surroundings. Light dances through layered leaves, casting intricate shadows and creating a mesmerising interplay of texture and silhouette. It is not just a lamp — it is a commissioned art piece, a future heirloom, a statement that is tactile, intimate, and completely unmistakable.This is not simply a functional object. It is a commissioned art piece, a collector’s work, and a future heirloom.

Expanding the Caribbean Design Language

Baugh’s intention is clear: To create statement pieces that are unmistakably Caribbean, yet globally resonant.

“I wanted to design something that people of Jamaican and Caribbean heritage could see and feel represented by, something that reflects our culture through a refined design lens that feels authentic.”

While BAUGHaus will continue producing the tableware and functional pieces beloved by collectors, the studio is stepping further into creating larger, more expressive works that enhance entire spaces.

Many of these works explore culture, memory, Caribbean symbolism, and Baugh’s own interpretations of identity and belonging, expressed through porcelain and form.

“There are ideas that have been living with me for years,” she admits. “They don’t always fit into functional design. They’re meant to be expressive. Larger. More narrative.”

After 10 years of building foundations, refining her style, and establishing a recognisable design language, Baugh is ready to expand beyond function into works that sit firmly in the realm of collectible and sculptural art pieces that carry narrative, emotion, and intention.

The Breadfruit Lamp signals the beginning of that evolution.

Endurance, Resilience, Breakthrough

This anniversary arrives after a period of challenge and adaptation. In October 2025, Hurricane Melissa ravaged Westmoreland, and while Baugh’s studio was spared major structural damage, there were equipment issues and the loss of essential packaging and raw materials. Product loss was thankfully minimal, but the studio remained without electricity until late December, bringing production and income to a standstill.

While full production has not yet resumed, the rebuilding is steadily underway; equipment recalibrated, systems restored, and the studio slowly coming back to life.

When power returned, Baugh responded with momentum. “The first thing I did when the light came back was host my first-ever
Instagram Live sale,” she says. The sale featured imperfect pieces and gave a much-needed boost. “I’m incredibly grateful to everyone who logged on and supported me.”

Since then, she has been carefully rebuilding, repurchasing packaging in phases with limited resources, and continuing to create despite ongoing challenges with international sales due to tariffs.

“Still we rise. Ideas are still here. These works still need to come to life, to connect stories and people,” Baugh says.

Built With Community

As she reflects on the decade, gratitude is central.

“None of this would have been possible without the tremendous support I’ve received,” she says. “From Jamaicans locally and abroad, international collectors, members of the media and countless individuals who saw my work and chose to believe in it. I don’t take that lightly.”

Over the years, BAUGHaus has built a recognisable aesthetic — pieces that are aspirational yet unmistakably Caribbean. For many collectors, owning a BAUGHaus piece is not simply about utility; it is about Identity. Memory. Belonging.

“I’ve worked hard to establish a design language that people can recognise,” Baugh says. “When someone connects with a piece, it’s because it speaks to them. It makes them feel something. It makes them feel part of something or reminds of a core memory.”

A Year of Reveals

The Breadfruit Lamp is one of several releases planned for BAUGHaus’ 10th anniversary year.

Over the next 12 months, the studio will:

• Launch a series of new products

• Relaunch beloved archival favourites

• Introduce limited-edition collector works

• Expand into sculptural lighting and larger art pieces

• Launch pottery classes

• Offer anniversary promotions including special discounts and gifts with purchase

The studio has also introduced The Whatnot Collective, a curated community for loyal and discerning collectors. Members receive early access to limited releases, exclusive drops, and behind-the-scenes access to the creative process.

Collectors and design enthusiasts are invited to join the mailing list via the BAUGHaus website or
Instagram to access anniversary reveals and limited-edition pieces

Photos courtesy of Dana Baugh

BAUGHaus’s Breadfruit Dinnerware Collection: breadfruit bowl, salad and dinner plates.

Enjoy Saturday soup with BAUGHaus’ handmade porcelain pumpkin-lidded bowls.Photos courtesy of Dana Baugh 

USE WITH ABOVE PHOTO Enjoy Saturday soup with BAUGHaus’ handmade porcelain pumpkin-lidded bowls.

BAUGHaus founder and creative lead Dana Baugh

The launch of the Breadfruit Table Lamp marks the 10th anniversary of BAUGHaus.

The breadfruit lamp features a base handcrafted from porcelain, complemented by leaves made from custom-coloured clay. 

Sculptural porcelain shades float above the staircase.

Seashell and seagrass rope lighting fixtures

USE TOGETHER BAUGHaus custom cylinder basket and sea glass chandelier.

Seashells hang from a bespoke lighting fixture made by Dana Baugh. 

BAUGHaus bespoke lighting fixutres provide the perfect anchor to breakfast overlooking the Negril cliffs. 

BAUGHaus custom cylinder basket and sea glass chandelier.