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Posted by Wes Kennedy on November 19, 2009
Posted by Wes Kennedy on November 17, 2009
Posted by Tracy Bulla on November 17, 2009
 Chilewich, designer of modern vinyl textiles, has collaborated with Griffin Technology, creator of periphals for iPhone, iPod, Mac and PC to create a co-branded collection of accessories that merge techonology and fashion: Griffin + Chilewich. The cooperative's first offering, the Elan Form Chilewich case for iPhone 3G and 3GS, wraps Chilewich's Mini Basketweave around an impact-resistant Griffin-engineered polycarbonate shell. Both rugged and stylish, the case comes in a choice of Gravel or Light Gray and is now available at the Apple Store and MoMA Design Store.
Posted by Wes Kennedy on November 17, 2009
Industries: Decorative Accessories, Design Today, New Products, Styles & Trends, Tabletop, Wall Decor
Posted by Tracy Bulla on November 16, 2009
 With all things inspired by the Industrial Revolution coming on strong in design, it's entirely appropriate that a new exhibit at Oxford celebrates a fantasy-laden movement drawing on the Victorian era. Steampunk: Contraptions + Devices Extraordinaire. Inspired by the Victorian Sciences. runs through February 2010 at Oxford's Museum of the History of Science. Curated by American artist and designer Art Donovan, the exhibit includes works of sculptural art and design inspired by the inventions and authors of the Victorian period. Steampunk borrows from Victorian design elements and craftsmanship, blending with modern sensibilities and technologies (think The Wild, Wild West with Will Sm...Read More Industries: Styles & Trends
Posted by Wes Kennedy on November 11, 2009
Industries: Design Today
Posted by Tracy Bulla on November 10, 2009
 Originally released in 1937, the Gio Ponti-designed Livia chair gets the gilded treatment with a luxe gold finish. Manufacturer L'Abbate has limited this special edition chair to 300 pieces that are available until the end of November. If gold is a bit rich for your taste, the massive beech wood Livia also comes stained or lacquered in bold primary brights. 
Posted by Wes Kennedy on November 9, 2009
Posted by Wes Kennedy on November 9, 2009
Posted by Tracy Bulla on November 4, 2009
 Luxury lighting manufacturer The Urban Electric Co. has introduced a three-piece capsule collection from interior designer Amanda Nisbet, which combines her signature traditionally based styling with bold color and playful panache. The three initial designs (Sprig, Anna Leah and Alannah) are individually bench-made in The Urban Electric Co.'s Charleston, S.C. headquarters by artisans and craftsmen. Additional lighting designs will debut throughout the year. 
Posted by Tracy Bulla on November 2, 2009
 The hand-tufted Pebble Beach rug reflects richly varied neutrals. Kevin O'Brien Studio, vendor of lush, modern velvet pillows and bedding, has extended his line of textiles with the launch of an artisan-inspired, painterly rug collection. Made in India, the hand-tufted and flatwoven designs spin dreamy, organic abstracts from New Zealand wool, hemp and cotton in an earthy, elegant palette. Available in standard and custom sizes, retail prices range from $25 to $27 per square foot.  Fa...Read More
Posted by Wes Kennedy on October 29, 2009
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To mark the 30 year anniversary of the fine home furnishings maker, Maitland-Smith is sponsoring the ONE Design Competition. The nationwide competition encourages participants to create a signature piece of furniture, lighting or decorative accessory using one of more than 500 silhouettes available through Maitland-Smith’s ONE Customization program. The winning pieces will be hand-crafted by Maitland-Smith’s artisans and displayed at the company’s showroom during April 2010 High Point Market. Entries will be judged in these categories: Best Designer Submission; Best Dealer Subm...