A collaboration with Sørensen Leather has enabled Norm Architects to experiment with the various ways leather can be used in different contexts within art and design. Together they have designed five extraordinary leather lamps for the exhibition. When combined, brass and leather generate a beautiful gleam that reflects from the brass and create a halo… [Read More]
Booleanos Cabinet by Joel Escalona for Roche Bobois
Mexican designer Joel Escalona and French furniture editor Roche Bobois have collaborated in this limited edition, one of a kind cabinet. Introduced in 2014, the Booleanos cabinet has been in the works since 2013 as part of Roche Bobois’ limited-edition collection “Gallery”, featuring a series of exclusively made pieces in France. Limited to 500 pieces, each… [Read More]
Kyle Megill launches the SAU Clock on Kickstarter
After the successful launch of his first project the “H-Chair” at the Interior Design Show (IDS14) in Toronto, multidisciplinary designer Kyle Megill is now launching a clock designed to connect you with raw natural materials. Named SAU after the Norwegian word for ‘sheep’, SAU is a new concept of an old-age ritual that connects people… [Read More]
Michele de Lucchi designs espresso maker for Alessi
Designer Michele de Lucchi has collaborated with Alessi and illycaffè in creating a new espresso maker dedicated to coffee lovers. From sculptural design to unparalleled technology, each detail in the new Pulcina espresso maker was carefully considered to create the perfect cup of coffee. The experts at Illy’s R&D Laboratory identified some important changes to… [Read More]
Luca Nichetto designs online-customizable lamp for Hem
Scandinavian brand Hem has collaborated with renowned Italian designer, Luca Nichetto on creating the world’s first online-customizable lamp. Named Alphabeta, the new collection can be customized both in shape and colour to match your personal style. The minimalist design allows you to transform the pendants into a unique composition. [vimeo 138189096 w=700&h=393] The collection comes in… [Read More]
New lifestyle brand infuses backpacks with cork
Lifestyle brand of premium accessories Corked has just launched their first backpack line on Kickstarter. Living up to its name, the line incorporates recycled cork in the design. Head over to their Kickstarter page and back up the project in the next 31 days! It all started in my grandpa’s wine cellar—As kids, my sister and I… [Read More]
New whistle to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Alessi’s 9093 Kettle
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]
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]
Cut-Fold designs chair Inspired by Papercraft
Remember the unique collapsable Aperture Pendant we first came across at the Interior Design Show in Toronto? Architects Andrea Kordos and Tony Round from Cut-Fold first introduced the idea of folded furniture through the Origami chair. It is rare to see a foldable chair so elegant and sculptural. The team was inspired by the art of Papercraft,… [Read More]
Merlock by Manuel Barbieri for Progetti
Manuel Barbieri has designed the new Merlock pendulum floor clock for Progetti. The designer was completely fascinated by castles and their distinct architectural features, in particular battlements. The battlements are recognizable features that reveal the time and historical period of the castle. From the designer’s imagination and passion for these ancient dwellings, Merlock was created…. [Read More]
