1Oct 22, 2013
The Arco light is an adjustable floor lamp designed by Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni in 1962 and currently manufactured by Flos, a designer lighting outlet. The appropriately named Arco, translating to arch or bow, can stand up to 95″ tall and the light can be extended from 75″ to 79″ away from solid marble […]
2Jul 21, 2013
Bjhon washbasins are the fruit of an idea conceived by Angelo Mangiarotti in 1970. They are made of marble or stone, or using an advanced technological material: Cristalplant® biobased. The truncated conical column can support two different shapes of basin, creating a highly sculptural piece. Alternatively, the basin can be set on countertops Flat XL […]
3Nov 18, 2012
Japanese design studio Nendo has created a bathroom collection for Italian brand Bisazza. The Nendo collection is complemented by accessories such as clocks, mirrors, shelves, and vases designed to be displayed individually or combined with other objects. Larch wood, a natural material known for its golden hues, is used for the bathtub, cabinets and sink […]
4Feb 23, 2012
Forli-based architect Maddalena Casadei has created the perfect umbrella stand with the ‘Lello’. The deep trough, composed of Carrara marble, can hold a multitude of umbrellas. Shorter versions may sit comfortably on the non-slip grooved incline. Its undeniable polished charm and innovative use of marble make this the ultimate umbrella stand. designer: casadei producer: marsotto […]
5Jun 8, 2011
Designed by the renowned designer, Eero Saarinen, the Tulip collection is a classic pedestal table collection fit for any office or home. The collection was first introduced in 1956, but it’s simple and elegant design has proven timeless by remaining a popular choice for home and office furniture. The winner of the 1969 Museum of […]
6Feb 9, 2011
Another all-marble table continues the experimentation of gravity joints: Now, they feature an elliptical table-top design embedded asymmetrically into an cylindrical leg preventing vertical sliding by way of friction and eccentricity, using weight to push down and close an the open joint. designer: angelo mangiarotti producer: agape casa material: marble period: 1950s
7Feb 9, 2011
The floor lamp is made of a beautiful marble base and an arc of stainless steel with a 100W incandescent bulb (included). Lamp arc and shade placement are adjustable. This piece is included in the MoMa Design and Architecture Collection. L x W x H 220 x 32 x 232 cm 86¾ x 12¾ x […]
8Feb 4, 2011
Architect Zaha Hadid’s Nekton stools are curvaceous and tactile, exceptionally sculptural objects. The stools were designed as a unit with four individual pieces. The movement, unity and contrasts between the four individual pieces, when used as a whole composition, were the point of interest for the architect who has employed her famously innovative approach to […]
9Jul 27, 2010
The craftsmanship of Murano’s master glass blowers inspired the design of this contemporary light created by Ronan & Erwin Bouroullec. Their idea to use traditional know-how from Venini, Italy gave birth to a lamp that balances the vulnerable nature of classically blown glass with the industrial look of hardware at the base, which is instead supported with a more delicate aluminum cylinder. The Murano glass color palette varies in function to the lamp, and ranges from pale pink to vibrant orange. Throw marble into the mix, and there shines a sophisticated display of light.
designer: ronan & erwan bouroullec
producer: established & sons