Casa International has launched a new exciting collection of furniture in collaboration with Italian designer Mauro Lipparini. The collection was first previewed at Salone del Mobile earlier this year, and aims to bring the sophisticated Mediterranean vision for living to the contemporary home. The collection includes tables, sofas, chairs and case goods all made by skilled… [Read More]
Steeve Modular Sofa by Arper
This year Arper has introduced the new Steeve Modular Sofa, a modern highly customizable system imagined for both residential and work environments. Designed by Jean-Marie Massaud, Steeve incorporates a uniquely manufactured seamless back and arm covers that are stretched to fit the frame. An industry innovation, the manufacturing technique eliminates the need for more complex upholstery… [Read More]
Mont-Laurier multifunctional theater by Les architectes FABG
Les architectes FABG have completed the new Mont-Laurier Theatre, featuring a multifunctional hall that can easily transform itself to accommodate various events, from traditional performing art shows to corporate events. The theatre utilizes a series of mechanisms that allows the theatre to quickly change configurations, and a capacity increase from 270 to 700 seats. From… [Read More]
VIDEO: A house that transforms within minutes
PKMN architectures has changed the traditional concept of housing by creating spaces that are easily transformed through simple gestures. The concept utilizes rotating furniture that changes the plan of a house within a minute. The house can easily go from a two-bedroom residence, to one-bedroom or even completely open. Take a look at this video showing… [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]
Osaka modular sofa by Pierre Paulin for LaCividina
Designed in 1967 and developed in 1970 for the Osaka Expo, the Osaka modular sofa by Pierre Paulin for LaCividina allows endless configurations by combining and aligning curved elements. The elements feature a steel structure covered with non-deforming, expanded polyurethane padding and upholstered in stretch fabric. With 20 standard sizes and a large selection of fabrics, the possibilities… [Read More]
From lighting to art with VIBIA
Long gone are the days when lighting served one purpose only: that of illuminating. Today lighting is one of the most creative fields blurring the boundaries between technology, architecture, design and art. Barcelona-based lighting manufacturer VIBIA has taken the art of lighting to a whole new level. Most of VIBIA’s collections allow you to be… [Read More]
Clever clamp system allows you to design your own furniture
Be-elastic has designed a clamp system that allows you to turn any flat surface into furniture. The SNAP system uses clever clip-on legs that allow you to become your own designer. We have all been in situations where furniture broke, ages or simply did not fit our lifestyle anymore. SNAP opens a whole new world… [Read More]
Exocet Chair by Designarium
We have featured the Exocet Chair in our top picks from IDS15 Toronto earlier this year, and we had to share more images of this inspiring design in case you did not have a chance to see it at the show. The Exocet Chair is the first piece of furniture created by Montreal based Stéphane… [Read More]
New La Cividina designs at Salone del Mobile
La Cividina has collaborated with designers Antonio Rodriguez and Sebastian Herkner in the release of two new products. The Guest modular sofa system by Antonio Rodriguez and the Ala collection designed by Sebastian Herkner will be launched at the 2015 Salone del Mobile next week. Guest by Antonio Rodriguez The new guest modular sofa showcases soft and simple… [Read More]
