design folio

Marble Works by Fabio Viale

Claire Sullivan - Friday, October 30, 2009

  

  

  

These pieces by Italian sculptor Fabio Viale are incredible. Constructed entirely in 100% marble, despite the fact that they seem as though they are constructed from cheap polystyrene. They are beautiful.



Charles Clary's Paper Installations

Claire Sullivan - Friday, October 30, 2009

Reminiscent of something out of a petri dish, Charles Clary's paper installations use acrylic, graphite, hand cut paper and lots of patience to put together.

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Faraday Wired Chair by Teun Fleskens

Claire Sullivan - Thursday, October 29, 2009

  

With the intention of using as little materials as possible to create a stable structure, the Faraday Chair by designers Tuen Fleskens is amazingly light, transparent and ergonomic.

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Jim Skull

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, October 28, 2009

  

   

Growing up in the island of the south pacific, including New Zealand, French artist Jim Skull developed a passion for oceanic style art forms. His recent works include these stunning skulls that use electrical wires for an impressive effect.

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Merlot Table by Gspot

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, October 28, 2009

  

  

The Merlot table draws its influence from the crochet handiwork of doily's. The intricate patterns are laser cut into the stainless steel form of this unique table.

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Optique Ring by Chun Chun

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, October 28, 2009

    

Designer Chun Chun cleverly uses the modern technology of 3D laser engraving within crystal glass to create this new take on the traditional diamond solitaire ring.

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Vivienne Westwood Wallpaper

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, October 28, 2009

 

 

  

Drawing on her British Punk Rock roots fashion designer Vivienne Westwood has released a range of Wallpapers with fellow British company Cole & Son. With classic punk rock references like tartans and Union Jacks, with vintage lace thrown in for good measure, the range is sure to appeal to avid followers of all things related to the British Punk scene.

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Archi Chair by Ligne Roset

Claire Sullivan - Tuesday, October 27, 2009

 

Created by the recently deceased french designer Pierre Paulin as a re-interpretation of the TV Chair he designed in 1953, the Archi Chair was released in Milan earlier this year. Featuring a tubular metal frame with a sculpted foam seat - all classic elements of the design symmetry so loved by the late designer Pierre Paulin.

Ligne Roset is available locally here.



Villa Moda, Bahrain by Marcel Wanders

Claire Sullivan - Tuesday, October 27, 2009

 

 

 

 

   

Shortlisted for Condé Nast Traveller Innovation and Design Awards 2009 for it's interior design Villa Moda designed by the always fanstastical designer Marcel Wanders is a multibrand luxury store unlike any other. Combining a melting pot of styles and cultures the designer has created the ultimate marketplace within its labyrinth of varied spaces.



Duality Kitchen by Philippe Starck

Claire Sullivan - Tuesday, October 27, 2009

 

   

    

The ubiquitous Philippe Starck is at it again, this time designing kitchens. Stark has created four new kitchens for German manufacturers Warendorf. The new styles certainly don't break any new ground.