If you've been obsessed with Clara von Zweigbergk's Themis mobile for Artecnica (guilty!) since its 2010 debut, I'm thinking you'll be a fan of her equally graphic & gorgeously-hued metal trays called Kaleido. Available in 5 sizes/shapes and 9 super-charged colours, they're designed for one of the most interesting design cos around, Danish manufacturer & shop Hay.
One day, who knows when, I'll make it to a Hay shop in person and it's going to be dangerous.
I'd be rather happy to welcome Ligne Roset's new charmer the Peye floor lamp to my home- ideally in multiples. Designed by France's two designers and an architect trio, Numéro 111, both the Peye and its matching table lamp Olive should be available later this year.
I love everything that Tom DIxon creates- but I especially looooove his copper pieces. Have a look at the glorious new Etch Web pendant. Cannot wait to see these in the context of a room.
WHATSWHAT is a Swedish design trio composed of John Astbury, Bengt Brummer and Karin Wallenbeck. Greta is a pendant lamp with an ingenious pleated lampshade that changes shape by pulling a metal drawstring. Now carried by Svenskt Tenn, Greta was actually designed by the trio while they were working on their master's degrees at Konstfack University (University College of Arts, Crafts and Design) in Sweden.
Hey- I'm back!! I hope to be posting on a regular basis again, starting now. I've got lots of beautiful designs bookmarked and ready to share with you. Shall we start with...
German designer Sebastian Herkner's new Tauber Collection is inspired by something rather dull & generally uninspiring: the covers of ventilation shafts. And the folds found in the facades aren't just there for beauty's sake either- they help to provide stability. The collection consists of a cabinet, bench and individual boxes. Made from powder-coated steel, they're manufactured by Pulpo and come in white, black, grey & the perfect shade of green.
Svennsk Tenn has the most beautiful inspiration images (and the most beautiful, covetable products & patterns); their Christmas images are no exception. I wish I had a drawer that looked just like this! Click the images for extra-luscious views:
I'm in love with everything Québec City-based SIX POINTE ONE does. 6.1 is co-designed by Claudia Després & Jérémy Couture and their designs are equal parts charm and friendly utilitarianism:
From top to bottom:
The Fence coat rack
T Collection; a modular system that includes a bench, a stool, and three cubes
Log Bench; meant to store wood for your fireplace, the top half lifts off and is easily transportable.
Really excited to learn that Smythson's next designer collaboration is with pattern-master Jonathan Saunders. The line of notebooks, journals, and assorted stationary will feature patterns from Saunders f/w 2011 collection. It's set to launch soon- in early October. While we wait, the colours and patterns from Saunder's recently debuted Spring/Summer 2012 are delectable eye candy!
So sorry for the blogging drought! I'll be better now- I swear!
How beautiful are these cutting boards by Edmonton-based designer Geoffrey Lilge? Made from Walnut and Maple, these boards come in a variety of covetable, dare I say collectible shapes. Growing up among woodworkers, potters & musicians in a commune in Alberta, Lilge got an early start and has spent the past four years prototyping and testing these gorgeous boards. Specifically designed to be nice to hold, each board is also hand polished with natural oil and given a beeswax finish. Priced at $150-250 each, you are paying for something that's made by hand from quality materials; something sure to be cherished for generations! Onto my Christmas list, you!
With two levels and the proportions 89¾ x 15¾ x 18¾", Periphere's Helsinsky Console sure does give you a lot of space to play with. Talented Brother and Sister team Thien & My Ta Trung are the designers behind the Periphere name, but they run and stock a furniture shop here in Montreal called Domison- a must-see. While Helsinsky is available in a variety of woods and tripod finishes, I'm entirely smitten with this white & yellow combo.
