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Cutlery | Arne Jacobsen for Georg Jensen
Staff Picks | Published on March 6, 2010Arne Jacobsen was one of the leading Scandinavian architects and industrial designers of the 20th century. His 1957 introduction of a line of cutlery for Georg Jensen was definitely a highlighted moment in his impressive career. What strikes me most about his cutlery was how revolutionary it was. With extremely simple and bold lines, it was unlike anything that existed before. Previous styles of cutlery for Georg Jensen were nothing like those created by Jacobsen.
-Noah
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Special Edition EBONY HOMEWORK DESK
In Store, Staff Picks | Published on January 27, 2010
Our friends over at Bensen were kind enough to accept our request for some of their Homework desks in Ebony.
Designed by Niels Bendtsen.
Only 4 available in the Ebony finish, as shown as above.
A variety of styles and finishes are available in store.
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Cappellini – Mr. Bugatti – Limited Edition 88 of 99
In Store, Staff Picks | Published on January 14, 2010
Available in store, the Limited Edition Mr. Bugatti Armchair with Racing Stripe.Number 88 of 99
Designed by Francois Azambourg the crumpled and welded tin construction makes each piece unique.
View the rest of the Mr. Bugatti family at:
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The Flexform Groundpiece
Design Information, Staff Picks | Published on January 2, 2010This should have been posted ages ago as the Flexform Groundpiece sofa system is one of our best selling pieces for good reason.
Designed by Antonio Citterio and released in 2001, the Groundpiece sofa is a very versatile contemporary seating systems that allows you to build a grid based sofa as big or as small as your require.
The first and most obvious reason behind its success is of course its simplistic beauty. Many would consider a minimal design like this to be easy to accomplish but getting the right proportions is often the foundation for a good design.
The generous cushions keep it from looking too blocky and people who are interested in switching to a more minimal interior style often find the Flexform pieces to be a good compromise.
The options allow you to make a straight or sectional sofa with great proportions. This also means that you can add to the sofa at a later point for increased seating.
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GASTOWN – Blood Alley Favorites
Staff Picks | Published on December 31, 2009
2009 is coming to an end and I thought that we would finish with some of our favourite furniture orphans of Blood Alley. Sometimes there are more furniture changes back there than in the store.
HAPPY NEW YEARS TO ALL
From the Staff of Inform Interiors
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No Leftovers – Off Cut Stools by TOM DIXON
Design Information, In Store, Staff Picks | Published on December 20, 2009
As the world watches the Copenhagen Summit, the topic of climate change and what we can all do about it is on everyone’s mind.
Embracing these ideas, designers are rethinking the way they look at and work with materials. Tom Dixon’s Off Cut Stools address many design and production issues that have always affected the “green” or sustainable aspects of a product.
I thought I would show you some of these design solutions as I build this wonderful little stool.
The Off Cut Stools are so named because the legs of the stool are created using the tough irregular wood closer to the bark which is normally burnt or discarded. This also gives each stool a unique sculpted look.
The stool is flat packed for transport efficiency in a recyclable cardboard box.
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Design for all ages
Design Information, Staff Picks | Published on December 18, 2009
My colleague James knows full well how important it is to introduce design at a young age. What a lucky nephew receiving a Junior Panton Chair from Vitra for his 1st Birthday!
Here are some other great pieces children can enjoy.
1. Herman Miller Eames Rocker
2. Vitra Girard Wooden Dolls
3. Vitra Eames Elephants
4. Magis Alma Chair
5. Knoll Kids Diamond Chair and Cyclone Table
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Beds by Poltrona Frau
In Store, Staff Picks | Published on December 16, 2009
Poltrona Frau always executes their products exquisitely and some of the most popular pieces we work with are their stunning beds. Earlier this year at the Salone de Mobile Milan 2009 they introduced two new beds into their collection.
Above the BLUE MOON by Roberto Lazzeroni
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B&B Italia – ’09 Pab and Flat C. catalogues
Design Information, In Store, Inform News, Staff Picks | Published on December 11, 2009
The new catalogues for the 2009 B&B Italia – Pab/Athos and Flat C. systems have just printed but you can see them now and save a tree or two by visiting their site.
View the PAB ATHOS catalogue here
View the Flat C. catalogue hereWe have new examples of the Flat C. on the way and our Pab units look fantastic in the 97 Water showroom.
My favourite feature – the large sliding glass doors, they move seamlessly across the wall
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Konstantin Grcic | 360° Series for MAGIS
In Store, Staff Picks | Published on December 9, 2009
Earlier this week, we received our first set of the 360° Stools from MAGIS and I instantly fell in love with the piece.
When images of this product first emerged, I was unclear as to its functionality and aesthetics (it took a minute to understand how to sit in it). After I unpacked it and tried it out, it was apparent that great thought was put into how people move in and around work surfaces. The simple block seat keeps you upright and focussed which allows you to perch, ponder, sit and work. The single arm provides the perfect amount of extra support which can be positioned on either side. The user is then free to move with out being locked into a specific position.
The ideas behind this chair are reminiscent of a discussion I had with an RMT friend of mine. “What is the best position for your body while working?” His response “Your body does not want to be in any position for a long time, the best thing you can do for it is to move and use it”. With the 360° Stool you will be all over your work and your body will be much happier too.
Come in and try out the 360° Series for yourself and see if it is the working system that you have been looking for.
-Kaito
The designer Konstantin Grcic with a prototype of the chair and some sketches
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