Bouroullec at Grand-Hornu
French designers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec presents an exhibition called Etapes at GRAND-HORNU, from March 8th, 2009 to May 31st 2009. From Tuesday to Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm.
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Dynamic Architecture – the New BMW Museum
The new BMW Museum by Atelier Bruecknen in Munich has a modern, dynamic language: the language of the automotive world. Opened on June 21st, 2008, it sets a new standard in the realm of brand-focused museums. Along with the BMW Welt, opened in October 2007, and the BMW factory tour, the museum is the final component of the BMW Triad, where two million visitors are expected annually.
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Etage by Claesson Koivisto Rune
Designed by Claesson Koivisto Rune for Offecct, Etage consists of three layers of laminated plywood and high gloss Formica on chrome legs. There is plenty of space underneath to slide in magazines and other flat items, and the tables can be grouped together for a grand, Licorice All-Sorts effect.
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60 Bags Biograde in 60 Days
Winners of an honorable mention at this year’s Green Dot awards, 60 Bags is a line of biodegradable bags that can last as long as you like or decompose in approximately 2 months. So why not give a present to your garden after you are done buying something for yourself?
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Frank collection by Antonio Citterio from B&B Italia
We can’t get enough of the current craze for marvellous modular sofas! Perfect for modern living – the new sectional collection by Antonio Citterio is the Frank collection. As the straightforward name implies, the Frank collection from B&B Italia is an understated, honest sofa range. It’s meant for real life, for cosy entertaining and relaxing for family, not for simply looking at!
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Mini Dada rocking chair by Claudio Colucci from Ligne Roset
Designer Claudio Colucci has designed a small, upholstered rocking chair for French furniture manufacturers Ligne Roset. The chair has a wooden frame covered with foam and brightly coloured fabric.
Via & more: Dezeen
Seatub: Hold the Water
The February 2009 edition of UK Designer Magazine included a peculiar hybrid by London-based designer Baek-Ki Kim. Part bathtub, part lounge chair, the Seatub is a tub-inspired chair. Made of carbon fiber, high-gloss lacquer (more…)
Block Table by Tom Dixon
Tom Dixon will be launching a few new products in Milan next month, including the Block Table, a combination of bling, minimalism and functionality. A granite top sits atop elegant electroplated copper legs with adjustable feet to allow for uneven floors. The surface of both dining table and coffee table is heat resistant and has been treated to minimize grease marks.
Via & more: MoCo Loco
Manchester Square Interior by SHH
Architects and designers SHH have completed a new London office interiors scheme for a private company in London’s west end, working closely with client-side design director Zeljko Popovic. The Manchester Square offices are the result of a brief to create a ‘high impact, 21st century office interior with a strong personality’ with more in common with a gentlemen’s club than a traditional office space.
Via & more: Contemporist
Factor001: The World’s Most Advanced Bicycle
Formula 1 engineering firm BERU is currently working on the The Factor001, a pedal-powered speedster that is being touted as the world’s most advanced bicycle. A marvel of modern engineering, the bike features an ultra-light carbon chassis, high-tech ceramic brakes, and a hard-wired system that stores biometric data such as heart and respiration rates.
Via & more: Inhabitat
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