Alessi is soon to release a new version of the 9093 kettle whistle to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Designed initially in 1985 by renowned Michael Graves, the stainless steel kettle with red bird-shaped whistle has become an icon of the 20th century. After 30 years, Graves transformed the recognizable whistle into a special dragon and new colourful,… [Read More]
Archives for 2015
2nd edition of Circuit Index-Design coming soon in Montreal
The second edition of Circuit Index-Design will take place on the 16th and 17th of September, in Montreal, Canada. The two day event is aimed at design professionals and offers a series of conferences and events across the city. A unique occasion to learn and celebrate design. Take a look below at the official information… [Read More]
Andrew Maynard designs a 4.5m wide home in Australia
Andrew Maynard has redesigned a family home in Fitzroy, Australia, of only 4.5m (14.8 feet) wide. The clients, a family of four have found themselves overgrowing their aging home. Relocating was never an option as the family was an important part of a thriving community. The front facade of the Moor Street House was left… [Read More]
Barsa Taberna by +tongtong
Multi-disciplinary studio +tongtong has designed Barsa Taberna, a Spanish-inspired tapas restaurant in downtown Toronto that evokes the intimacy and vibrancy of Barcelona. Both the client and the designer John Tong have spent a considerable amount of time in Gaudí’s city, and shared the excitement of capturing that energy in the creation of Barsa. An intimate yet full… [Read More]
LinkedIn brand intertwined with the vibe of London life
The social media giants selected Denton Associates to bring LinkedIn London in line with the majority of their other worldwide offices in terms of creativity and fun. The offices at New Oxford Street comprise of 70,000 sq. ft. over 6 floors (larger than any other LinkedIn office in the world), which will carry through a London theme,… [Read More]
Student housing tells its history through photoengraved façade
Architecture firm KANVA has designed a student housing building that reveals its history through a stunning photoengraved facade. Located on a small vacant lot in Montreal, near McGill University, the building features an impressive facade of concrete panels that reveal still images from Thomas Edison’s 1901 film: Montreal Fire Department on Runners. The Edison Residence, named… [Read More]
A condo that highlights raw materials
Canadian designer Anne Sophie Goneau celebrates the beauty of raw materials in this contemporary condo interior design. The 1,280 square feet condo is located on the ground floor of a triplex on St-Denis Street, in Montreal. The project aimed to maximize the space by dividing each living area, while maximizing the architectural integrity of the existing location. The… [Read More]
Boutique Penelope Jewelry Store by Hatem+D
To celebrate the company’s 45 years of existence, the owners of Boutique Penelope wanted to not only expand their Place Ste-Foy business in Quebec City but also refresh its brand image through a new store design. Canadian firm Hatem+D Architecture has designed a luxurious experience appropriate for a jewellery store. The design team has divided… [Read More]
1930s building gets transformed into contemporary office
Dutch creative digital agency dpdk has recently redesigned their office located in a 1930’s historical building in Rotterdam’s old shipping quarter. The agency has been based in this location since 2010, however their constant growth demanded a big renovation. Expanding from 3 levels to 5, dpdk offices now occupy the entire building. Along the many… [Read More]
Butterfly lights by Tom Raffield
Tom Raffield has designed a lighting collection inspired by the movement and beauty of a butterfly in full light. Taking its name after its source of inspiration, the Butterfly Collection includes a Floor Lamp and a Pendant, both showcasing stunning sculptural forms. The intricate bent wood form creates intricate shadows and produces stunning lighting effects…. [Read More]
