milan design week 2015 (164 articles)
lanzavecchia + wai covers corrugated steel furniture with gold-chrome car wrap
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the 'fool's gold' series wrapping material was chosen on purpose in order to increase the perceived value of the pieces, while at the same time revealing its actual humble »
the 'fool's gold' series wrapping material was chosen on purpose in order to increase the perceived value of the pieces, while at the same time revealing its actual humble materiality.
olivier van herpt's 3D printed ceramics at design academy eindhoven
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presented at dutch design week, the varying shapes, textures and sizes of the vessels is part of an ongoing project which explores the way in which ceramics can be produced.
presented at dutch design week, the varying shapes, textures and sizes of the vessels is part of an ongoing project which explores the way in which ceramics can be produced.
alessandra baldereschi uses natural herbs and spices in tools for household cleaning
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combining methods from the past and effective packaging, the properties of an array of dried condiments have been exploited for natural and aromatic household cleaning.
combining methods from the past and effective packaging, the properties of an array of dried condiments have been exploited for natural and aromatic household cleaning.
karim rashid creates three pieces for fontana arte 2015 lighting collection
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the italian lighting company asked designer karim rashid to create three distinctive lamps that find their application in both residential and public sectors.
the italian lighting company asked designer karim rashid to create three distinctive lamps that find their application in both residential and public sectors.
arts & foods: rituals since 1851 at la triennale di milano
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presented on the occasion of the 2015 expo in milan, the exhibition offers a look at the special bond between the visual arts and the topic of food.
presented on the occasion of the 2015 expo in milan, the exhibition offers a look at the special bond between the visual arts and the topic of food.
my sweet box pots constructed from single soapstone block
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the 'my sweet box' pots are shaped from a single soapstone block and feature built in handles.
the 'my sweet box' pots are shaped from a single soapstone block and feature built in handles.
what we do counts: the comical lighting design of ingo maurer
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the german designer has become known for his production of humorous lighting pieces which can be seen equally as works of art and functional objects.
the german designer has become known for his production of humorous lighting pieces which can be seen equally as works of art and functional objects.
david adjaye circles out double zero chair for moroso
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the design encompasses the basic principles of body support both visually and structurally, and is characterized by a framing system that supports each chair without the input of »
the design encompasses the basic principles of body support both visually and structurally, and is characterized by a framing system that supports each chair without the input of traditional legs.
jasper morrison's flat disc superloon lamp for flos is reminiscent of the moon
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drawing formal and functional influences from the moon, the floor lamp is defined by a flat disc lighting system that rotates 360°, offering a warm ambient luminosity.
drawing formal and functional influences from the moon, the floor lamp is defined by a flat disc lighting system that rotates 360°, offering a warm ambient luminosity.
patricia urquiola's lilo chair for moroso references 1950 scandinavian modernism
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the classic frame is revised into a modern armchair featuring comfortable finishes, with a rugged wood structure that holds the weight of the bold upholstery that is positioned »
the classic frame is revised into a modern armchair featuring comfortable finishes, with a rugged wood structure that holds the weight of the bold upholstery that is positioned according to ergonomics
david chipperfield's glass blown vigo lamp for artemide recalls a classical form
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the handblown borosilicate glass exterior allows the viewer to see the black metal shade within, while the white band at its edge, contrasts its heavy form.
the handblown borosilicate glass exterior allows the viewer to see the black metal shade within, while the white band at its edge, contrasts its heavy form.
konstantin grcic molds sam son chair with a hint of cartoon character for magis
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designed for the italian furniture brand, the playful creation has an oversized arm and backrest to provide the utmost comfort and support.
designed for the italian furniture brand, the playful creation has an oversized arm and backrest to provide the utmost comfort and support.
radio killed the electric star by alice bonicelli & lorena rubio toledo
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radio killed the electric star is a series of lamps that function by utilizing electromagnetic fields as an omnipresent, open-source of energy.
radio killed the electric star is a series of lamps that function by utilizing electromagnetic fields as an omnipresent, open-source of energy.
campana brothers deliciously create candy + fungo lighting for lasvit
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each of the pieces are made by lasvit's craftsmen, all produced in hand-blown glass and metal.
each of the pieces are made by lasvit's craftsmen, all produced in hand-blown glass and metal.
something. design studio's glass labo pendant lamp for penta
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the latest design in penta's labo collection, the pendant lamp is made from a single piece of borosilicate glass -- either transparent or smoked -- with metal components available »
the latest design in penta's labo collection, the pendant lamp is made from a single piece of borosilicate glass -- either transparent or smoked -- with metal components available in black nickel or brushed bronze finishes.
francesco faccin designs slim piccola chair for small café locations
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the seat is noticeably thinner then standard chairs, and has a strong personality provided by a repetitious design detail that focuses attention on the piece's joints.
the seat is noticeably thinner then standard chairs, and has a strong personality provided by a repetitious design detail that focuses attention on the piece's joints.
toan nguyen brings mathematical order to algorithm lighting for VIBIA
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the lighting design by toan nguyen for vibia, is a constellation of globes that seem to float in space like a flock of birds, or a frozen rain shower.
the lighting design by toan nguyen for vibia, is a constellation of globes that seem to float in space like a flock of birds, or a frozen rain shower.
campana brothers form the armchair of thousand eyes for FENDI
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more than 100 of the italian fashion house's furry monster accessories have been creatively assembled by fernando and humberto campana into a unique seating object.
more than 100 of the italian fashion house's furry monster accessories have been creatively assembled by fernando and humberto campana into a unique seating object.
daniel de bruin explores ownership with hand-powered analog 3D printer
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in attempt to reconnect with his work de bruin abandoned the computer, creating this new technology with nothing but his wits, hands and a workshop full of bits.
in attempt to reconnect with his work de bruin abandoned the computer, creating this new technology with nothing but his wits, hands and a workshop full of bits.
giulio iacchetti conceives ademar collection for bross
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the tables' ellipsoidal or circular shape variations allow for up to eight people to gather comfortably and actively engage with one another.
the tables' ellipsoidal or circular shape variations allow for up to eight people to gather comfortably and actively engage with one another.
philippe starck on claudio luti's vision for kartell + the luxury of plastic
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designboom speaks with the french creative who reflects on his admiration for kartell's president, and the use of plastic as an accessible, innovative and luxurious material.
designboom speaks with the french creative who reflects on his admiration for kartell's president, and the use of plastic as an accessible, innovative and luxurious material.
scholten & baijings characterize ottoman for moroso with soft curves
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'ottoman' was realized in the atypical fashion of selecting the color and composition prior to dictating the form. by inverting the creative process, the work achieves proportions »
'ottoman' was realized in the atypical fashion of selecting the color and composition prior to dictating the form. by inverting the creative process, the work achieves proportions tailored to the employed textile.
COORDINATION-berlin presents tangle: a sculptural pendant light installation
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the sculptural pendant light installation consists of intricately combined brass and stone elements with integrated LED strips.
the sculptural pendant light installation consists of intricately combined brass and stone elements with integrated LED strips.
luum launches adaptable and scalable lighting collection
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presented at euroluce 2015, the exhibition features three bespoke designs, the 'bangle', 'flame', and 'pollen'.
presented at euroluce 2015, the exhibition features three bespoke designs, the 'bangle', 'flame', and 'pollen'.
arik levy's curtain light for VIBIA also serves as a partition system
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'curtain' stands as a lighting typology that brings together atmospheric illumination with a partitioning system -- making it something functional whether it is on or off.
'curtain' stands as a lighting typology that brings together atmospheric illumination with a partitioning system -- making it something functional whether it is on or off.
francesco faccin's wunder wasser presented during milan design week 2015
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the wall-mounted unit draws influence from the wunderkammer, and functions as both a small place for personal objects, and a source of water.
the wall-mounted unit draws influence from the wunderkammer, and functions as both a small place for personal objects, and a source of water.
frantz chair by producks for tekhne unveiled at milan design week 2015
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the chair is an experimental attempt to harmoniously combine elements of traditional design with bold, modern aesthetics and materials.
the chair is an experimental attempt to harmoniously combine elements of traditional design with bold, modern aesthetics and materials.
boris dennler pays homage to native american design with nom de bleu!
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taking notes of countless designs by the largest native population in the united states, nom de bleu combines 10mm painted, welded metal with solid and veneered walnut.
taking notes of countless designs by the largest native population in the united states, nom de bleu combines 10mm painted, welded metal with solid and veneered walnut.
