January, 2011


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Jan 11

Newgate Kings Cross Station Clock

Karen

The wall clock is one of the most influential discoveries in the history of western science. The division of time into regular, predictable units is fundamental to the operation of society. Even in ancient times, humanity recognized the necessity of an orderly system of chronology.

Newgate has established the foundation of modern time keeping with this superb quality timepiece with a solid wood case and back and a 50cm diameter will make this a real statement piece for your home.

The chunky wooden case sits on a deep wooden box back and has a metal hands and a metal effect bezel. The printed dial has been designed to have a subtly aged appearance.

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27
Jan 11

Random World Pendant Lamps by Antonio Arevalo

Karen

Antonio Arévalo’s designs embody an unusually happy marriage between form and function. Their timeless, seductive and desirable qualities add distinction to modern homes in a perfect balance of effortless beauty. These enchanting products grow on the owner more and more.

Born in El Salvador, Arévalo’s youthful early designs were inspired by his interest in the techniques of mass production. On coming to England as a teenager, Antonio’s desire to produce individual-looking pieces with production in mind was stimulated by his after-school employment with a high profile industrial design consultancy called PDD Ltd.

Inspired by the idea that we are all designers, Antonio Arevalo’s Random World is an innovative lampshade that will add
an atmosphere of creativity and originality to any interior. The unique form is composed of a series of looped strips, engineered to fit together to create startling random effect.

The final product is in the hands of the individual, so make your own Random World and let your creativity shine out!

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26
Jan 11

Time to Play – Untrod Watches

Karen

“Untrod”is a project which challenges to find the product design possibility beyond existing status. By collaborating with designers who work successfully world-wide, they seek to question existing product typologies and try to give these a new meaning. The first theme is“watch”, but our their point of view is never to see a watch in its conventional form factor. In this project you will meet a new “watch” both in concept and its meaning.

“We named this project “Untrod” to show our challenging spirit to create a new value for products by design” – Shin Azumi

We are pleased to announce that all these outstanding designs will be available to buy from March.

Untrod Watches

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18
Jan 11

Love Design Day

Karen

We know you love our design-led brands as much as we do.  So on Friday the 28th of January we are giving you the opportunity to get 10% discount off any of our designer products.  There are so many fantastic brands to choose from such as Stelton, Ferm Living, Newgate Clocks, Bold & Noble, only to mention a few.

So don’t miss out on this great opportunity to finally own that designer product you have always wanted

Love Design Day


13
Jan 11

Top Drawer London 2011

Karen

Top Drawer do the legwork so you don’t have to. They select only the best British and international suppliers the ones combining great design with commercial appeal and showcase them all within the creative hub of London. They organise our chosen exhibitors (700 of them) in five clear zones – home, gift, fashion, greetings & stationery and children’s - making it easier for you to find great products your customers will love. By offering you the pick of the ‘must have’ products in the first show of the season, with free access to valuable trend forecasts and market insight, Top Drawer will help you and your business stay one step ahead of the competition in 2011.

We will be visiting the show on Monday the 17th of January.  Hope to see you there!


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Jan 11

Höganäs Keramik- We believe in the beauty

Karen

A small tongue of land violates the dark waves of the sound.  Here is a special place.   Many have made a pilgrimage here. Few places on earth is so generous.  There are huge rocks at the side of the real fairy tale forests, beaches that have attracted envy of many Italians, and especially all the good things from the earth and the animals and the seasons.

Artists have fallen in love with the light, where the sea meets the sea.  Cafes and hotels have seen both simple and royal guests.  Women and men have sea bathed together, when one wishes only dared dream of such sins.  And the flavors and fragrances have pleased the most discriminating of palates.  In the middle of beautiful Kullabygden, Höganäs Keramik originated.

We believe in the beauty.  A boldly shaped jug, a mug that is lovely to hold, or a colorful bowl you just can not take your eyes off.  Already our first glaze master let the love of Kullabygden seen in both jars and barrels.

The material was captured Earth, satisfaction of the meal and atmosphere. 
Even today, burning of Höganäs Ceramics for the natural beauty.  Simple everyday items of stoneware designed with dedication, passion and creativity. And experience, of course.  The basic idea has always been the same: a strong belief in Swedish design, where color, form and function go hand in hand.

You can see it when you believe in the beauty.

Höganäs Ceramics

Available Soon from Dennis and Mcgregor.


5
Jan 11

Eames Style Lounge Chair & Ottoman Set

Karen

The Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, correctly titled Eames Lounge and Ottoman were released in 1956 after years of development by designers Charles and Ray Eames. They are now part of the permanent collection of New York’s Museum of Modern Art. The chair first appeared on the Arlene Francis ‘Home’ show broadcast on the NBC television network in the USA in 1956. Since then it has made many appearances on television and film and has found celebrity status amongst modern furniture design.

Few would argue that this chair could be the most easily recognisable and desirable furniture classic design of all time!! It appeals to people for several reasons. It is a classic design that has been in production ever since its creation. In addition to its style, it is also very comfortable a combination not always found in high design. Additionally, some people find it desirable purely for reasons of value with originals of the chair fetching well over £3500. Our quality reproduction of this classic is sympathetic to the detail and comfort of the original but at a fraction of the cost!

The chair is made from a series of moulded plywood veneer layers, thick soft cushioning covered in full Italian leather. The solid metal base is black with stainless tops and sides as per the original. The chair does not tilt as it is a one position relaxer chair.

This represents a fantastic opportunity of owning what could be described as furniture’s most endearing design ever.

Eames Style Lounge Chair & Ottoman Set

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