801Apr 12, 2011
Spanish designer Jaime Hayon has extended his collection of Tudor designs to include this tall occasional cabinet. The Tudor period and its associations with culture, opulence and bold visual iconography first impressed Hayon after his move to London. This inspiration led him to create a series of objects that were; ‘In a way a little […]
802Apr 12, 2011
These remarkable glass-topped low tables have emerged by the designer’s extensive experience in Asia. By utilising an ancient Oriental process of interlocking folded paper, this progressive project uses artistry to compose a practical design. Individual paper components knitted together form a jacket for the table base and create engaging visual patterns and textures seen through […]
803Apr 12, 2011
Klauser and Carpenter initially designed Porter for their new studio. From this custom desk they developed a family of tables that will suit any number of spatial situations. Porter is available as a single desk, a wall mounted desk, and a twin desk. The legs on these versions are cleverly positioned so all sides of […]
804Apr 12, 2011
The Zero-In low table by Barber Osgerby makes use of several visual illusions and challenging construction techniques. A seamless ribbon of polyester forms the base of the table. A dual wall construction means that the interior walls of the table converge at a more extreme angle than the exterior walls and when objects are placed […]
805Apr 12, 2011
Comparing this table to a sculpture by Richard Artschwager, Adam Caruso applies a language synonymous with the company’s own architecture – cerebral, post-modernist forms – to create this beautifully understated piece. Constructed from an engineered timber material of modest qualities, unusual to furniture-making, the muted joints make it look almost abstract, or simply like a […]
806Apr 12, 2011
The Bavero porcelain set is another superb specimen of Castiglioni’s work. This project draws its raison d’être from what the architect was referring to as “the principal design element” — in other words, the key project idea that the designer must seize, the intuition at the start of any job. In this case, it’s a […]
807Apr 12, 2011
The straightforward Kuvert travel bags are extremely durable, waterproof and work well as leisure bags for outings, sports or shopping excursions as well as classic travel bags for overnight trips or a weekend getaway. They can be carried in the hand or over the shoulder. The adjustable shoulder strap with specially developed quick-release clasps allows […]
808Apr 12, 2011
This product is an evolution of the Surface Table, a collaboration between designer Terence Woodgate and famed Formula One designer John Barnard. The same materials and processes define the supreme strength and slim, elegant form. The chair’s slender profile and highly polished finish reveal the structure of this exceptional material inherent in layered carbon fiber. […]
809Apr 12, 2011
Designed by Karim Rashid in 2009, Kouch encompasses the iconic form that is the designer’s signature. The organic form of the couch and the the material allow the sitter to be enveloped by the couch, leading to what Karim describes as his “pursuit for the New ‘Soft World’ language”. designer: karim rashid producer: casamania material: […]
810Apr 12, 2011
The M5 table, inspired by the elegant form of a bridge spanning England’s M5 motorway, was designed by Frank who wanted to create a strong, visually simple and elegant form that was both easy to manufacture and construct, not unlike the characteristics of a bridge. The piece consists of three fixed sections, a top and […]