This year, we have decided to individually select our ideal gifts from our current stock and to share as to why we love these pieces.
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Flo
by Marcello Ziliani for Magis | Selected by Rupert

$532.00

I love it because it is the perfect domestic ladder. It folds perfectly flat and compact for storage.  When open it has a very handsome secure look and feeling about it. It also has a very unique handle to hold and steady yourself when you are reaching for a high cupboard. This is a great feature for older people or anyone who has a glass of wine while preparing dinner and needs that special serving dish from a top cupboard for instance…? I just can’t decide between which colour I like more either the orange or the anthracite.

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iPhone Pouch
by Isaac Reina | Selected by Thea

$189.00

Understated and elegant this Parisian based leather maker creates bags and small leather goods of impeccable quality. He has worked for acclaimed fashion houses such as Hermes, Antonio Miro and collaborated with Martin Margiella. All of the pieces are handcrafted in Paris.

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Standard
by Artek | Selected by Michael

$100.00

Unisex fragrance made in collaboration with Comme les Garçons. Intended to provoke the feeling of being in the forests of Finland – Standard’s subtly sweet oak scent makes it ideal for most any occasion.

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Le Corbusier Polychromie Architecturale – re-edition
edited by Arthur Rüegg | Selected by Sherry

$412.00

3 Volume set of Le Corbusier’s writings and colour selection edited by Arthur Rüegg, was published in 1997 and updated in 2005. Le Corbusier’s sophisticated colour theories were influenced by his experiences as both an artist and an architect.
The colour palettes he selected for Salubra were systematized in chromatic ‘keyboards’ with accompanying cut-out cards to isolate colour combinations. The LC 32 series are organized into groups based on mood, from which a smaller palette of three to five harmonious colors can be selected. The stronger colours of the LC 43 series appear on one page, with colour proximity and the cut-out cards enabling selection of two to three vividly contrasting colours.

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Kivi
by Heikki Orvola for Iittala | Selected by Todd

From $15.00

Available in a very large assortment of colours, these simple tea light holders can be festive and playful as holiday decorations but also suitable for use year round.

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Heima Collection
by Francis Cayouette for Normann Copenhagen | Selected by Lizzy

From $64.00

Simple and elegant, as well as being a fresh approach to candle holder design, the craftsmanship and durability is outstanding.

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Kitchen Centric
by Mick De Giulio | Selected by Cynthia

$75.00

This book showcases real kitchens in real homes so I know that they’re functioning as well as great design inspiration. Includes large scale well lit photos that allow the details to be easily seen, floor plans are also included for each kitchen.

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Loop
by Jacob Wagner for B&B Italia | Selected by Edward

From $679.00

B&B Italia is known for their meticulous designs and unparalleled manufacturing techniques. The Loop tray is no exception – Wagner has taken the classic tray form to a new level. He didn’t fix what was not broke, he did make it better however.

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Architects’ Sketchbooks
by Will Jones | Selected by Barbara

$55.00

I’m excited by seeing where architectural designs originate – understanding where architects’ ideas come from and how they develop into beautiful structures.

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Wooden Dolls
Alexander Girard for Vitra | Selected by Kyle

$195.00/ea.

Girard’s dolls are just plain cute. Blurring the line between art and design and suitable for just about anyone with a flare for Deco.

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Steel Matte
Jean Nouvel for Georg Jensen | Selected by Noah

$112.00/5pc.

It has been said that you should put more value towards your dining room chairs than your dining table. The same can be said for cutlery vs plates. I would love to receive the 5 piece cutlery gift set designed by Jean Nouvel. This set is pure and simple, designed by the renowned French architect.

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Koppel Clock
Henning Koppel for Georg Jensen | Selected by Daniel

$173.00

Great as an oversized bed-side clock, for blurry awakenings.

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Eames Hang-It-All, Limited Edition
Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller | Selected by Stephanie

$236.00

A classic with a new twist the walnut version looks great in any space. Everyone should own a piece from Charles & Ray Eames!

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On Tuesday evening, the IDSwest team gave a small taste of what we can expect this year, September 29th through October 2nd. The event was held at the site of architect Michael Katz’ L41 Ultra Compact Home, at BCIT on Great Northern Way.

We were proud to show off several of Tom Dixon’s designs: Offcut stools, Etch pendant lamps(above) and Spin candelabra, Peg chairs(below).

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Our contribution the the Enlightened Design exhibit includes the 2D LED floor lamp from Skitsch(above) and the new Kelvin LED from Flos(below).
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Artsy Dartsy is returning for volume two of their Future Masters program, displaying original creations from local up and coming creatives.

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Straight Line designs kept up their non-conventional and often whimsical repertoire with the Hollow chair and new wood and resin outdoor lamp(above left). The design studio Molo lightened the mood with their illuminating handbags titled hobo lanterns(above right).

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This year is revving up to be a great one for IDSwest with countless more reasons to get excited:

The Tom Dixon Bar…

speakers Ross Lovegrove, Jeremy Cole and Omer Arbel.

Not to mention the plethora of new industrial designs to feast on.

For more information on IDSwest, please visit the official website by clicking here.

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iSaloni in Milan, the worlds biggest exposition for furniture, lighting and accessory manufacturers from around the globe. Every year, some of the Inform staff makes the journey overseas to get a first look at all of the new and upcoming products. Below is the first batch of photos from the fair.

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