Small kitchen by kristin laass + norman ebelt:

'small type' is a modular kitchen created by german designers kristin laass and norman ebelt.

it is intended to fit into the small spaces and accommodate the diverse habits of its users.

the focus of the protoype is to provide a smooth work cycle and intuitive operation to those

using the kitchen. at only 1m² when closed, 'small type' serves as a dining table. when the

table is rolled away, the full capability of the kitchen unit is revealed with a refrigerator,

induction cooktop, oven, and storage space.

LIVE LAMP // Tillandsia Air Plant Globe

toHOLD Summer 2010 Design - debuted at de LaB in Los Angeles California June 2010.

LIVE LAMP is a glowing nest of eighty live Fuschii v Gracillis tillandsia air plants mounted to a blown glass orb. Illuminated internally by a CFL grow lamp, these epiphytic plants survive with no dirt - just UV, air and a little moisture. Remove the dome and run the plants under water or mist liberally once a week.

This is a limited edition from toHOLD - LIVE LAMPs are available by special order via toHOLD's etsy shop this summer. Note each Live Lamp takes a 7-10 business days for production, some customization available. All LIVE LAMPS are signed and numbered by toHOLD.

 

The Tree Table Collection by April Hannah

American designer April Hannah has introduced a new line of children’s furniture. The Tree Table Collection features playful lines accented by a bold use of color.
All the pieces in the Tree Table Collection are made from FSC certified, formaldehyde-free plywood that uses a soy-based glue; and water-based, non-toxic finishes.

Фоторепортаж об одном долгострое на примере гостиной

История началась в конце лета 2006 года с эскизного проекта:

 ...и затем на протяжении 4 лет стройка то вспыхивала, то затухала. Но таки 10 апреля 2010 года хозяева въехали в еще хоть и слегка незаконченную, но уже довольно красивую квартиру.

The What Watt? Chandelier by Tim Fishlock

London based designer Tim Fishlock created a memorial to the incandescent lightbulb - What Watt?

It’s a spherical chandelier made up of 1243 suspended bulbs of various shape and size, illuminated by a single low-energy light source. By 2011, all forms of incandescent light bulb will have been phased out in favour of greener alternatives. What Watt? marks the passing of a design that has remained relatively unchanged since its invention 130 years ago.

Gecko Wall Lamp from Bright&Bold

This stylish and ecofriendly Gecko Wall Lamp from Bright&Bold is a piece of stunningly modern funky lighting.

Making Your Own String Lamp

Being enamored with all things vintage, I have always been smitten on string lamps. Each time I saw one at an antique mall, like the ones pictured here at Uncommon Objects, I would think to myself one day I am going to figure out how to make these. Apparently this was the week.

Pom-Poms and Luminarias

Joyous bursts of color dance above a table, imparting a cheerful radiance to a rehearsal dinner or casual reception. The dahlialike pom-poms appear to float in the air; in reality they are hung from the ceiling with monofilament. Echoing the vibrant hanging puffs, pom-pom napkin rings in citrus shades adorn each place setting. Square glass vessels in various sizes line tables. Covered in sunset-hued tissue (cut to size and secured with double-sided tape), they cast a soft glow.

Hemp pendant lamps

Uber-talent Heika DeHart strikes again. These lamps she made are genius. Plus, don’t you just love how they look with her wallpaper? She writes: “I fell in love with West Elm’s abaca pendent lamp a few years ago but, as usual, my taste was more expensive than my wallet could support. However, I was sure that I could copy them at a fraction of the cost.” I love the natural look of the hemp, but you could also use white or bright-colored string.

Мастер света и тени Куми Ямашита

Kumi Yamashita, Building Blocks. Boise Art Museum.

Человечество избаловано многообразием форм проявления современного искусства. Чего только не насмотришься в арт-галереях и на просторах интернета. Но даже при таком изобилии японская художница Куми Ямашита (Kumi Yamashita) умудряется постоянно удивлять и поражать зрителя, создавая свои произведения из самых необычных материалов.

Куми Ямашита (Kumi Yamashita)