Have a seat in the human catapult! Not really, though the sleek curve of the spooned seat crooking into the stem, to base, lends an imaginative use for the uniquely designed stool. Made of plastic polypropylene, the specially reinforced curve of the seat is meant to ensure comfort and flexibility. Designed by Antonio Citterio and Toan Nguyen, the gas lift pump adjusts the seat height nearly 8 inches, the handle discreetly hidden within the seat. Available in a variety of colors, this saucy stool is available by Kartell at a going rate of $620.

designer: antonio citterio and toan nguyen,
producer: kartell
materials: plastic polypropolene
period: 2000s

The Kelvin LED by Antonio Citterio is a desk lamp with a surprisingly large spread of direct light and a double pantograph arm and 360 degree swiveling head. The body is cast in aluminum alloy with the outside head in die-cast aluminum with an injection-molded metalacrylate diffuser, while the external cover of the base in ABS with a white, anthracite, or black finish. This popular Flos lamp gives you both a warm, soft light while it is also an energy-efficient light source with LEDs. While using special Flostouch technology the switch only needs a light touch to turn the lamp on or off, or to change between the two levels of light intensity.

designer: antonio citterio and toan nguyen
producer: flos
materials: aluminum alloy
period: 2010

The Glo Ball lamp family, designed by Jasper Morrison, is a collection of orbs lamps capable of setting any space they are placed in “aglow”. The collection of light models allow the Glo Ball to be both suspended from the ceiling or to stand upright in a room. The soft sphere of hand-blown opal glass is complimented by the stark, white stainless steel base it rests on. The modern lamps are produced by Flos and are available with fluorescent or halogen lights.

designer: jasper morrison
producer: flos
materials: metal and glass
period: 1990s

The refined folding Déjà-vu console by Naoto Fukasawa is an essential for any household. Made by Magis in 2010 the legs are made of polished aluminum and the tops are available in MDF either painted, veneered in oak or oak stained wenge.

designer: naoto fukasawa
producer: magis
material: aluminum and oak
period: 2010s

The Bunch vase takes on the look of a, bunch of flowers, with the stems bunched together. The case is a sleek combination of a container and its contents inspired by art of ikebana, in which the flowers and other natural elements are arranged to form compositions of elegance. Available in both black and white.

designer: naoto fukasawa
producer: b&b italia
material: ceramic
period: 2000s

Wrongwoods seems like an adequate description of the colors used for the different wooden home furnishing pieces offered through Established & Sons- but really it’s the combined last names of British artist Richard Woods and designer Sebastian Wrong, as part of a collaboration project hosted by E&S. The unfashionable, yet recognizable Wood pattern used for this line of utilitarian cabinets conveys a fashionable message in the unusually colored items. The typical materials used for these pieces are: timber, plywood, paint, clear lacquer and sometimes 6mm toughened glass.

designer: richard woods and sebastian wrong
producer: established & sons
material: plywood
period: 2010s

The Chasen s2 suspension light designed by Patricia Urquiola for Flos gleams brightly from the 30 % fiberglass-reinforced polyamide ceiling rose hanging from the galvanized steel fixture. The light emission can be adjusted by a mechanical movement that opens the louvers, also gently varying the shape of the luminaire. The light features liquid paint protection and a die-cast aluminum base. Available in white and black. Incandescent 120 W par 38.

designer: patricia urquiola
producer: flos
period: 2000s

The PiCycle is a light, electric-hybrid bicycle equipped to travel a max of 20 mph. The combined 500 watt-36 volt DC motor emits less than 200 lbs. of carbon dioxide throughout the manufacturing process. It is considered a “green machine” for its 1,250 mpg achievement. The frame comes complete with a lifetime warranty, while the battery and electronics have a yearly lifespan. The PiCycle requires 3 hours for charging, and performs for the same amount of time. Made in the USA, the cherry-red PiCycle can accommodate most sizes and shapes, carrying additional accessories for differing needs. PiCycles range in price from $2,999 to $4,999.

designer: marcus hayes
producer: pimobility

It isn’t a peg meant to fit in a triangular block of wood. But it is made of spun small striped pine and lacquer wood. It is not an umbrella to float atop your summer cocktail. But its surface will safely steady your summer cocktail, while its stem is sturdily planted in the grass-adorned soil, or wherever. Andreas Engesvik’s first solo project for Wallpaper* in Italy is a delightfully whimsical lawn table, available in three colors.

designer: andreas engesvik
material: stiped pine, lacquered wood

Imagine bathing in a smooth, carved out log…well, the Rapsul Ofuro Wallpaper* award-winning bath is like a sophisticated version of that. Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez composed this zen-reminiscent larch wood bathing tub to exude a warm sense of calm for the bather. The clean design is specially created not only for the comfort of complete emersion, but also for visual appeasement.

designer: matteo thun & antonio rodriguez
producer: rapsel
materials: larch wood
release: in production