Remember those topographical map sheets you used to fumble upon in your high school geography class? Well, now imagine yourself having a gleefully psychedelic time in one of those maps that has magically transformed into a three dimensional terrain. This in nutshell hints at the allure of the Layers Cloud …
Food has always been the source of sustenance for gourmets and gourmands alike. However, a few designers have transformed this primal level of dependence into a delectable scope of inspiration. As a result, we are witness to various types of food-inspired furniture items, some delightful in their design and some …
Bringing forth the classic essence of modern Scandinavian style of design, the Bai Dining chairs deftly fuse structural minimalism with visual vibrancy. Created by designer Ander Lizaso, the vivacious seating shells are draped in top quality tweed from Bute Fabrics. The colorful vibe is complemented by the chic cross-legged supports …
Weapons and home accessories have a history of NOT going hand in hand. There is a good reason for that – armaments tend to lose their ‘combative charm’ in the peaceful (or is it?!) domestic arena. But as always, there are some designers and studios who have taken up the …
When it comes to wood based furniture, we are used to a conventional structural progression with regular joints and supports. But what if the embodiment has evolved beyond what is perceived as being possible? The design force of the above pictured Rocking Chair No. 1 from Reed Hansuld, toys with …
Origami (which literally translates to folding paper) is an exquisite form of Japanese paper art that started more than 330 years ago. Interestingly, the art form in its modern iteration has gone beyond the confines of Japanese culture to make its presence felt in contemporary designs across the world. And …
Futuristic bathrooms are all well and good in terms of highfalutin features. But the predicament of most bathroom designs still remain with their disadvantage of accumulated slippery water on the floor and tub which can cause serious injury, especially to elderly and differently enabled people. Fortunately, there are some conceptions …
Since the commencement of its construction back in 2009, the De Rotterdam project has been consistently making the news. Star architect Rem Koolhaas, of Netherlands-based firm OMA, is the man responsible for the imposing 44-storey building complex that now stands on the Wilhelmina Pier. Towering over 150 m, it is …
Sometimes it is the traditional simpler colors that play a perfect foil to the more complex arrangement of outdoor surroundings. The creators from Québec-based Jardin de Ville certainly believe in this design precept, as is evident from their Blow Up collection of outdoor furniture. The high end furniture manufacturer is …
Last year, we had talked about those Christmas burning logs gloriously starring in their own movie. Well, this time around things take a more animated route with Lucas Maassen’s furniture collection taking part in a sitcom. Named bluntly yet aptly as the ‘Sitcom!’, the characters in the comedy skit are …
