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Maison & Objet is the first big design trade show of the year, and so traditionally sees a lot of new launches and new trends. I went over to Paris to check it out. My first impressions, somewhat hampered by a full cloakroom, were “huge and hot”! It’s a massive and diverse show with something for everyone – and with a very effective heating system!
Having checked in to a beautiful and bijou airbnb apartment right in the center of Paris (above), had some food – une assiette mixte, naturellement – and some sleep, I was a woman with a plan; ready, willing and able to take on Maison.
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The results of the five-day design workshop called Nowa Forma, or “New Form,” that took place in Swarzedz, Poland earlier this fall proves that with talent and teamwork great things can happen. Over the course of five days, four teams comprised 16 designers, plus participants from four companies designed and manufactured four distinct pieces of furniture.
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Julie Pieda is the founder behind the small Australian-based Koush Design. The firm designs interiors, furniture, and objects, all designed and made locally. They have developed a line of modern and quirky furniture that includes the Plateau Sofa and the Grate Sideboard.
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Metro is a seating collection designed by Italian designer Luca Nichetto for Italian company Emmegi. I’m drawn to the two tones of the seat – usually I am not a big fan of two-tone seating but this is appealing.
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You know how some things are just perfectly named? I think that’s the case with this Harvey sofa by Deadgood – their latest seating piece, launched at th Deadgood product showcase during this year’s Design Event.
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Designed by Inga Sempé for LK Hjelle, Enveloppe is a sofa that surrounds you like a great, big hug. And, if you need even more comfort, the end pillows curve around to comfort you.
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I tried to get to the opening of Matter‘s MatterMade Collection Number Two opening during ICFF but it was super packed. So I was happy to recently get info about the new collection in my inbox!
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Arco da Velha is a Portuguese design furniture brand who has launched its new set of products that are created for both commercial and residential spaces. The brand’s minimalist designs are nicely complemented with pops of vibrant colors.
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Maxim Maximov is a Russian a furniture designer whose latest design recently won first place in a recent Russian design competition whose judges included Ross Lovegrove, Vadim Kibardin, and Oscar Zieta.
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Under the direction of Creative Director Adam Court, leading Cape Town, South Africa based design and interiors practice OKHA has recently expanded its line of stylish contemporary furnishings.
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