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W Range by La Cornue

Anna Kidman - Thursday, April 19, 2012

 

La Cornue is renowned the world-over for producing a classic range of stove tops and ovens that would be at home in any royal abode. This year, the French brand has turned its attention to architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte to conceive a new range that embraces the heritage of the brand, whilst forging a new way forward with a sense of modernity. The W Range, features a beautifully simple stove top, which would look just as at home in your living room, as it does in your kitchen. The stove top (first image) features four inductive burners, all spread out, to give you ample room whilst throwing your wait around the kitchen.

La Cornue is available locally from here.



Kitchens by Diesel

Anna Kidman - Thursday, April 19, 2012


When fashion brand Diesel first launched its interiors' range, they successfully forged a way for the brand across several industries. Now, their interiors' collection has expanded into the realm of kitchens. Diesel, an ambassador for 'successful living' has collaborated with Scavolini, one of Italy's leaders in the realm of furnished kitchens, to produce this dark and monochromatic range of kitchens. Perfect for any bachelors amongst us, we look forward to showing you more images from the range shortly.

Diesel is available locally from here.



38 Series by Bocci

Anna Kidman - Wednesday, April 18, 2012

 

Canadian lighting brand Bocci, who produce some of the finest mouth-blown glass pendants and chandeliers, have just released their 38 Series chandelier (a new take on their former 28 Series light). Embracing the popular trend of terrariums, this light is part chandelier, part planter, all off set with beautiful copper. Designed by Omer Arbel, you can view this chandelier on site at the popular Spazio Rossana Orlandi gallery this week as part of Milan's design week.

Bocci is available locally from here.



Atelier Chair by EOOS for Walter Knoll

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, April 18, 2012


 

Influenced by the Bauhaus movement, this minimalist chair takes its design back to “skin and bones". Taut leather stretches over the steel framework, whilst the visible framework exposes the functionality of the chair which includes an adjustable headrest that can be raised and lowered for ultimate comfort. 

Walter Knoll is available locally from here.



Twaya Table by Ferruccio Laviani for Emmemobili

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, April 18, 2012

 

The eye catching Twaya table’s form imitates the folds and draping of a tablecloth, constructed in solid wood using traditional wood turning techniques that involves numerous hours of finishing by talented artisans. 



Serpentine Chair by Éléonore Nalet for Ligne Roset

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, April 18, 2012

 

Following on from their great tradition of picking up the works from talented young designers comes the Serpentine chair by French designer Éléonore Nalet. The soft padded fabric is woven through the steel framework creating a honeycomb like pattern. It's another great addition to Ligne Roset's ever expanding collection.

Ligne Roset is available locally from here.



Volume by De Castelli

Claire Sullivan - Wednesday, April 18, 2012

 

This  brass patina finished cube reveals itself to be a bookcase in which to hide your precious tomes, or it can simply be left closed and used as an impressive accent to any room.  

De Castelli is available locally from here.



Outdoor Pix by Arper

Anna Kidman - Wednesday, April 18, 2012



Arper has addressed our need for a soft spot outdoors to rest our weary bodies. Their Pix poufs are now available to accommodate outdoor spaces. Designed to withstand the elements (even New Zealand's climate) the poufs are also mould resistant, ensuring they keep in almost perfect condition year round. Launched as part of the Salone del Mobile, we'll wait in anticipation for them to arrive on our shores back home.

Available locally from here.



Bell Coffee Table by ClassiCon

Louisa Penney - Wednesday, April 18, 2012

 

 

Presented for the first time for ClassiCon at the Salone del Mobile, this delicate and decorative table designed by Sebastian Herkner caught our eye instantly. The Bell Table made entirely of hand-blown glass, has a sleek curved shape that mimics the silhouette of a bell. Serving its purpose as both a sculptural and decorative piece, as well as a functional piece of furniture, the elegant table features a brass top that is contrasted against the transparency of a glass base. Keeping a firm foot in the virtues of hand-craftsmanship, each of these distinctive tables are handmade, meaning that small imperfections in the glass are not flaws but rather desirable characteristics rendering each piece unique. 

ClassiCon is available locally from here.



Folio Shelf by Established & Sons

Anna Kidman - Wednesday, April 18, 2012

 

Established & Sons has progressed the design of their Folio shelving unit (first displayed at Milan design week 2011) to incorporate a striking woven textile as the main facade of this design for Salone del Mobile 2012. The aim of the shelving system is to hide objects just by simply moving the fabric across like a curtain. Based on original sketches of jacquard tapestry, designers Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec scanned, enlarged and then manipulated their fabric sketches to create a sense of intended irregularity on the textured fabric design. The shelves, made from colour stained oak, provide enough space to host a variety of small coveted items.

Established & Sons is available locally from here.