i29 interior architects designed a minimalist, open space concept residence in Singel, Amsterdam. Home 06 was designed as one large open space, where several functions have been placed into freestanding volumes. The feature of the residence is a large vertical garden that contrasts with the minimalist white interior. The kitchen and wardrobe have been placed… [Read More]
Archives for July 2014
Exhibition by José Cabrita for CONTEXTE
French industrial designer José Cabrita, has designed a small object for the new brand CONTEXTE, that allows users to hang and switch pictures in a quick and simple way. Titled Exhibition, the small object offers a simple and minimalist solution for displaying images, posters, and photos, wether they are in small or large format. Exhibition is… [Read More]
Plumen introduces the Drop Top Lamp Shade
The world renowned bulb manufacturer Plumen, has recently launched their first lamp shade named Drop Top Lamp Shade. The mouth-blown glass Drop Top is a perfect choice for emphasizing Plumen’s unique bulb silhouettes, yet have the ability to direct the full brightness of the light onto surfaces below. The lamp shade is available in three… [Read More]
BuzziPicnic Table by Alain Gilles for Buzzispace
Alain Gilles has recently designed for Buzzispace, a versatile indoor picnic table that can either serve as a common eating table, a gather point for group interactions, a temporary working space, or just a bench. BuzziPicnic was envisioned to be used in common space, where its versatile design lets its function evolve according to people’s… [Read More]
Techne pays homage to the 1970s Milk Bar
George Sykiotis and George Calombaris of Made Establishment recently opened a new milk bar styled Jimmy Grants, in the iconic Emporium Building in Melbourne. Techné Architecture + Interior Design created the design as an homage to a 1970’s/1980’s Melbourne Milk Bar or Mixed Business, that were often synonymous with Greek immigrants. When I moved from Cyprus… [Read More]
Bird Watching by Studio Kuadra for Progetti
Studio Kuadra designed a new clock, for Italian company Progetti, that invites people to observe birds, or even better, the cuckoo, in the woods. Bird Watching is in fact a table cuckoo clock dedicated to all lovers of sports. The ironic, yet stylish design is composed of two distinct cubic parts, connected to each other… [Read More]
Building Economy Pavilion by Metaform architecture
Metaform architecture created in 2006 a temporary pavilion in the City of Esch-sur-Alzette, Luxembourg, with the occasion of its centenary. The city decided to redevelop the banks of the river Dippach, by building five theme pavilions in a park. The temporary pavilion entitled “Building Economy,” is characterized by a simple volume on stilts overlooking the cycling… [Read More]
DAM introduces Smile with DAM campaign on Kickstarter
Having the goal to create synergies between designers, artisans and industry, DAM tell stories about culture and values of their portuguese identity. In 2013, DAM made their first international presentation at 100% Design in London. Hugo Silva and Joana Santos, the dynamic duo behind DAM, have now launched a pre-sale campaign on Kickstarter that will… [Read More]
World Architecture Festival 2014 shortlist announced
The World Architecture Festival has announced the shortlist for its 2014 awards, attracting entries from more than 50 countries, including a Buddhist temple in Singapore, an invisible eco-tourism resort in Turkey, a maritime museum in Copenhagen, and the new masterplan for Gatwick Airport. The world’s biggest architectural awards programme includes entries from internationally acclaimed global… [Read More]
Strong Cuckoo Family by Antonio Farina for Progetti
Antonio Farina has created a series of fun cuckoo clocks for Italian manufacturer Progetti. Inspired by the labor of man, Strong Cuckoo 1 & 2 emphasize the transformation of an ordinary item, into a contemporary object that is simple but significant, strong and well defined. A cuckoo clock that aims to inspire us, reminding us… [Read More]
