Inspired by the concrete block sunshade walls popularized in 50’s and 60’s architecture, this Mid-Century Modern style 3D ornament is a unique addition to your mantel display or even your holiday decor. This ornament is using a block pattern I call Cross block.

Breeze Blocks, or brise-soleil, were functional ornamentation incorporated into modernist architecture to provide shade from the desert sun, but to allow cooling breezes through. Although many have been torn down, Palm Springs, Las Vegas, and other cities have embraced them, and kept them to preserve the original architecture.

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I create all of my ornaments out of 1/8" US made engineered wood panels. The lightweight property of using this thickness means that it can easily be placed higher on branches, shelves or windowsills. Unlike the heavier products made out of 1/4" wood. It also reduces the amount of dust trapped in the design.

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Material: High-quality, sustainably sourced veneer wood
Design: Breeze block inspired 3D ornament design
Size: Approximately 4.5” tall x 3.5” wide x 1/8" thick.

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Materials & Craftsmanship

Because natural materials are used, variations in color, grain, and texture will occur—each piece is uniquely its own.

Items are made to order in my U.S.-based artisan workshop. Please allow time for design, fabrication, and careful packaging prior to shipment.

This piece is made using FSC®-certified wood sourced from a family-run, multi-generational American mill. Materials are selected with care to support responsible forestry and small businesses.

Orders are packaged using recycled materials and water-soluble, biodegradable cellulose packing peanuts whenever possible.