Italian brand Cassina has announced a new collaboration with designer Jaime Hayon, inspired by the organic shapes of Le Corbusier’s architecture. The Réaction Poétique Collection comes as a commemoration of the 50 years since Le Corbusier passed away, and includes four table centrepieces, a tray made up of two coffee bean shapes and two small side tables,… [Read More]
Kristalia creates chair to stand the test of time
The 1085 Chair is the newest addition to Kristalia’s portfolio. The chair in natural leather was designed by Bartoli Design in collaboration with the tannery Presot, a company which, since 1933, has been producing soles for leading Italian designer labels based on a centuries-old tradition. The chair will be presented for the first time at… [Read More]
Nature inspired outdoor chairs by Arper
Designed by Lievore Altherr Molina for Italian brand Arper, the Leaf chairs display an irregular design recalling branches of trees or leaf veins. The Leaf series is a manifesto: an image simultaneously nostalgic and forward thinking. Its simplicity of form and ease of application encourage creative inclusion in diverse environments, both inside and outside. The outdoor… [Read More]
Incipit launches collection of unique practical objects
Young Italian brand Incipit has recently launched a new collection of unique practical objects, featuring innovative shapes and simple designs. The collection includes Vide, a ceramic and concrete umbrella stand by the duo Monaco-Pessoni, and Tull, a floor and pendant lamp designed by Tommaso Caldera. Tommaso Caldera has collaborated with the Italian brand since their first… [Read More]
Di Marzio Design creates lamp inspired by “fairy-dust”
Di Marzio Design has created a lamp that takes inspiration from “fairy-dusts”. Named Trilly, the lampshade is manufactured by Italian brand ddplus, and features innovative shapes that create a warm and relaxing interior atmosphere. The lampshade is made out of frosted methacrylate, creating an enchanting play of light and shade. The reflections created by the… [Read More]
Hayon Studio creates new tile collection for Bisazza
Italian luxury tile company Bisazza launched their 2015 Contemporary Cement Tile Collection at the Maison et Objet in Paris last month. Bisazza has collaborated with Spanish designer Jaime Hayon to create a whimsical collection that takes inspiration from the palette and dynamic movements of the Spanish landscape. Hayon was inspired by the verdant hills of Galicia, the… [Read More]
Alessi and Marcel Wanders expand the Dressed Collection
Alessi has recently announced additions to Marcel Wanders‘ successful Dressed collection, as well as the debut of Dressed in Wood. The collection revolves around the most important meal of the day, introducing classic items found on the breakfast table. The Dutch designer focused his attention on the details of the form, applying the classic Dressed… [Read More]
Hexx Table Lamp by Diesel Living for Foscarini
Hexx table lamp is part of Foscarini’s latest collaboration with Diesel Living. Foscarini’s partnership with Diesel, now going into its fifth year, has evolved tremendously – with products spanning a wide range of materials, innovative lighting techniques, and forms. Made out of perforated sheet metal for an industrial feel, Hexx adds an edgy personality to… [Read More]
Alessandro Zambelli introduces new collection of lamps for Seletti
Moresque, the new collection of pendant and table lamps by Alessandro Zambelli for Seletti, captures the Moorish charm of the Alhambra. The new collection features clear lines and compact volumes in bold colours and charming filigree patterns. The slender ribs of architectural Arabesque alternate with bolder bands of colour in a vigorous succession of polychrome,… [Read More]
.exnovo introduces Volume and Maggiolina
.exnovo has recently introduced at Maison et Objet in Paris two new lighting collection using 3D printing technology. Designed by Alessandro Zambelli, the designer of Afillia, Maggiolina is a playful collection of table and wall lamps. Sleek and elegant, the Volume collection is a modular line of lighting mirror sculptures designed by Marco Lafiandra. In… [Read More]
