Forms of Alchemy – Glass Objects by Massimo Micheluzzi
Massimo Micheluzzi was born in Venice, where he currently lives and works, and has built an international reputation for is glass objects. His work is featured in private collections of museums from around the world, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, The Corning Museum of Glass,
Extreme Volumes – The Chubby Collection by Designer Arthur Vallin
When it comes to contemporary furniture design, the Chubby Collection by French designer Arthur Vallin, takes up its own space. And you only have to take one glance at the chimeric design to know what I’m talking about (or is it the name of the collection that gives it away?). Vallin’s desig
Channelling the Elements – The Candelabra Series by Jan Ernst
What I like about the Candelabra series, by multi-disciplinary South African artist Jan Ernst, is that they seem to have been formed by nature herself. The wind and the sea have carved out their bodies, the earth has provided their colour. Inspired by the dramatic beauty of the South African landsca
Material Diversity – Balance Bowls by Designer Joel Escalona
Presented in 2018, the Balance Bowls are a limited-edition series by furniture and product designer Joel Escalona that reflect the diversity of Mexican craftsmanship and local tradition. Both functional and conceptual, the Balance Bowls are examples of playful design that explore the creative balanc
Perception Wandering – Dawn & Knots Textile Series by BCXSY
Textiles are an interesting medium to explore. I first came to appreciate the beauty in weaving thanks to the Bauhaus, Anni Albers’ work in-particular. Her famous book ‘On Weaving’ made me think how this age old craft could play a supportive role in modern design and be applied to
Modernism’s Minimalist Legacy – Joseph Dirand’s Interiors & Furniture
Modernism’s minimalist legacy in the 21st century can found in the work of French architect and interior designer, Joseph Dirand. Born in 1974, Dirand graduated from Paris-Belleville School of Architecture to follow in the footsteps of the great post-World War II modernist architects like Le Corbu
A Deeper Connection – Bronze Sculptural Objects by Keller Made
For a while I’ve considered ways in which we can incorporate creativity in to our lives. Using the objects we surround ourselves with to inspire us to take action in our own lives. Sometimes we need those talented individuals to bring it all together for us, so I was pleased to stumble in to t
Dedicated to Handmade – Cork & Wood Objects by Melanie Abrantes
The reality is that materials all have their own properties that make them unique. Unfortunately a material like metal doesn’t go that well with ceramic, and wood doesn’t mesh that well glass. There are just certain restrictions that forces designers and makers to stick with one material
Constant Change – A New Wave by Laura Brandenburg Bilde
There are elements of a room that are often overlooked but can really transform a space. Lighting would be one of the main ones, not only dictating the mood but also our experience in the room and how we perceive our living environment. A big second might be flooring. Whether it is carpet or another
Floating in Space – No Vase Series by Studio Moisés Hernández
I have always been drawn to this idea of “emptiness”. I’m sure part of that comes from an inner desire to strip back and appreciate the simple things in life. Reducing complexity. It’s not that easy in this day and age with so many distractions all around us. I believe the in
Details Reconsidered – Furniture & Objects by Hayo Gebauer Studio
Charles and Ray Eames wrote, “The details are not the details; they make the product”. So true. So what if you really examine those details and reinterpret them. Offering a completely new experience on the traditional and bringing awareness to the simplicities in our everyday lives. That
Elements of the Earth – Objects by Collection Particuliere
Collection Particuliere is a design house specialising in austere furniture, lighting, and objects crafted from noble materials including, but not limited to wood, marble, leather, brass, and ceramic. Editor Jérôme Aumont describes that these were chosen for their integrity and character, emphasis
