Thursday, July 31, 2008

Raphael Charles

Two projects by Belgian designer Raphael Charles, whose recycled film vases were spotted at ICFF. His '33T' project is seat/storage container, while 'Stars' is a reconfigurable lighting fixture that gives the impression of a constellation.

Monday, July 28, 2008

Cristian Zuzunaga

Cristian Zuzunaga loves pixels. Not only did he design the slick Springfield sofa and steel armed chair for Moroso, Zuzunaga also created an amazing menswear collection based on his pixel passion.

Lila Jang

A sofa takes an unusual turn in Lila Jang's 'Canape'. The piece was recently part of an exhibition called Parcours Saint-Germain in Paris.

Sunday, July 27, 2008

Lincoln Kayiwa

Designer Lincoln Kayiwa sent me an email sharing photos of his latest creation called Tukaani - a sterling silver alternative to the chopstick.

Friday, July 25, 2008

Vincent Van Duysen: Primitives

New work from architect Vincent Van Duysen. His latest collection, called 'Primitives', is a series of containers made from wood and brass.

Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Giles Miller

More cardboard creations from the skillful hands of Giles Miller - this time in the form of a grandfather clock and wardrobe.

Monday, July 21, 2008

Tina Roeder

In her 'White Plastic Chair' series, designer Tina Roeder transforms old, decaying lawn chairs into objects of beauty. Each chair is individually perforated and sanded to create a unique piece.

Friday, July 18, 2008

5.5 Designers: Cloning

French studio 5.5 Designers have created made-to-measure seating based on an individual's weight and posture. The chairs and stools are part of the group's amazing Cloning series, where everything from furniture to combs are made to order (and made to fit).

Wednesday, July 16, 2008

D. Billy

Interesting site interventions by artist D.Billy, sometimes it's as simple as a few balloons. (via today and tomorrow)

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Defenestration

An amazing art installation in San Francisco by Brian Goggin. 'Defenestration' is a site-specific project, where 23 pieces of cast-off furniture try to escape from an abondoned building. (via yatzer)


Monday, July 14, 2008

Billy May

Another reason I wish I had a house. These 'Torn' lights by designer Billy May, allow the user to build the fixtures right into the wall.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Fernando Brizio

New work from the felt tip phenom Fernando Brizio. This time, the Portuguese designer incorporates bleeding pens into clothing, allowing users to create their own unique pattern.

Monday, July 07, 2008

Bastoni by Jaime Hayon

New lighting by Jaime Hayon for Metalarte. Combining humor with functionality, Hayon designed the Bastoni collection so that it could be comfortably dragged around the house for reading.

Thursday, July 03, 2008

Tina Vlassopulos

Just spotted the collections of London based ceramicist Tina Vlassopulos. Vlassopulos specializes in creating hand built vases and bowls - beautiful work.

Tuesday, July 01, 2008

Pecha Kucha Night Denver: Volume 2

Pecha Kucha Night Denver: Volume 2 is less than two weeks away - join us on Monday, July 14th at Buntport Theater for an informal evening where local creatives share their work in rapid fire format. If all goes well (fingers crossed) I will be unveiling my own super secret project. Intrigued? Doors open at 8, $5 suggested donation, beer will be on hand.