Muji Awards exhibition, London
It says something about its cache that, in only its third outing, Muji’s International Design Competition attracted nearly 2,000 entries from 35 countries. From this haul, the panel of judges – among them, Naoto Fukasawa and Jasper Morrison – announced the seven winners back in December. All the winners are now on show at Muji on London’s Kings Road.
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Slow Chair by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec from Vitra
Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec created this expansive armchair by using an extremely strong, precisely shaped knit which is stretched over the metal frame like a fitted stocking. Thanks to the knit sling cover, the Slow Chair combines soft comfort with ergonomic support, which is further enhanced by thin seat and back cushions. The translucent sling cover replaces the thick cushions of traditional armchairs, resulting in a design that is lightweight, yet generously proportioned. The restrained appearance of the Slow Chair is equally appealing in the living room or conservatory, while offering unrestrained seating comfort. Slow chair from Vitra.
New Radiator Designs by i-radium – modern contemporary
Is your home suffering from Ugly Radiator Syndrome? Then check out these gorgeous new modern radiator designs from i-radium – the Bag and Totem. These contemporary designs are sleek, stylish, and worthy or a prized place in your home. No longer will you want to hide it out of sight. The Bag and Totem are designed to complement your contemporary furniture collections, and they’re portable so you can move them as needed.
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The 2009 Spring-Summer Collection from Roche Bobois
Roche Bobois have released some images of their 2009 spring-summer furnishings collection.
You’ll be able to see the new collection in person at the upcoming Milan Furniture Fair.
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El Croquis issue #143
El Croquis shows summary of the current issue (143) features Gigon/Guyer’s works from 2001 – 2008.
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New V&A Bookshop, London
London’s V&A museum has for some time now been expanding its shopping outlets, and its latest retail undertaking – a dedicated book store which opens this weekend (21st March) – promises to offer visitors to this South Kensington stalwart an even more comprehensive retail experience.
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Folded steel designs by Thomas Feichtner
Although we are only three months into the new year, Brazilian-born, Austian-based designer Thomas Feichtner has already released 2 one-off design prototypes. Feichtner lives and works in Linz, Austria where he designed his new ‘Pixel Chair’ and ‘An unbalanced table’, both in polished stainless steel. The ‘Pixel Chair’ uses metal folding alone to give it structural stability.
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Wall less house / Tezuka Architects
The house is supported by a central core and a pair of extremely thin columns. The absence of walls on the ground floor allows the internal space to extend to the garden on 360 degrees.
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Casamania’s 2009 Salone del Mobile Preview
Italian furniture manufacturer Casamania has sent us preview images of the new pieces they will formally introduce at the 2009 Salone del Mobile show in April. The new collection includes seating by Karim Rashid, Stokke Austad, and Luca Nichetto, coffee tables by Gamplus Fratesi, a cabinet by Wis Design, and modular shelves by Claudio Bellini.
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Esplanada Studio / Tatiana Bilbao & at103
This artist’s studio is located in a residential area in the west corner of Mexico City, over a 20m x 40m site. The project has an underground parking space and its formed by a building with 3 levels (a triple-height space, offices on the third level and a service area on the roof), with a very specific architectural program. There were two conditions: on one hand, to be used as a studio and, on the other, to serve as venue for private temporary exhibits. The client asked us for the next spaces: one apartment for guests artists that could stay for a time while developing a practice or a show, a 9×9×9mt space for work or exhibit, one Studio / Office, one kitchen in the large space to use as a side bar for openings and parking for 25 cars.
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