Bench & Stone : Carbon Fibre Outdoor Seating

Bench & Stone : Carbon Fibre Outdoor Seating
These days a fete of designers are concentrating on revolutionizing outdoor and public seating. Peter Donders from Beligum is one such designer as his Bench & Stone Seating System is in step with this current design ethos. With the Bench & Stone, Donders balances bold exaggeration with organic techniques by twisting a single string of carbon fibre around a form that was later on removed. The bench’s exaggerated silhouette is far from the norm and has been aptly described as “calligraphy in 3D” by design connoisseurs. For the uninitiated, carbon fibre is an incredibly durable material and is also used to produce Formula One race car and even space crafts. Given the choice of material, it was more economical to produce Bench & Stone as a limited series. Available from Outdoorz Gallery, the seating measures 300cm x 40cm x 55cm, weighs around six kilos and is limited to 10 pieces.

Bench & Stone : Carbon Fibre Outdoor Seating

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The Operetta Lounge Bed For Your Stylish Pet

The Operetta Lounge Bed For Your Stylish Pet
If pampering your precious pooch is a top priority for you then do take a look at the Operetta Lounge Bed. Conceptualized by Philippine industrial designer, Kenneth Cobonpue, this pet bed will make your pet the envy of the rest of the canine clan. Manufactured from polyethylene on an aluminum base, the Operetta bed has an appealing minimalistic vibe to it which is seldom seen in pet beds. Measuring 24”w x 20”h x 37”d, the stylish woven pet lounge is available in brown or whitewash finish and can be purchased from Unica Home.

The Operetta Lounge Bed For Your Stylish Pet

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+31ARCHITECTS Design Luxurious Houseboat Called Watervilla de Omval

+31ARCHITECTS Design Luxurious Houseboat Called Watervilla de Omval
Natives of Netherlands are no strangers to houseboats as around 25% of the Netherlands is below sea level. Dutch studio +31ARCHITECTS is familiar with the houseboat colonies phenomena and hence proceeded to design a luxurious incarnation of the quintessential houseboat. The stunning ‘Watervilla de Omval’ floats regally on the Amstel river of Amsterdam and is a testament to the +31ARCHITECTS proclivity towards taking design risks. The contemporary styled houseboat will provide refuge from the occasional bout of ennui and is just what the soul needs to recharge.
“Living on the water gets more and more popular in Holland. The clients/ owners who come to our office always love the typical charms and characteristics of living on the water but don’t like the standard “caravan” appearance of the existing houseboats. More and more people want to live on a contemporary houseboat that has been designed for their specific needs, the houseboat at De Omval is an obvious example of this wish.”

+31ARCHITECTS Design Luxurious Houseboat Called Watervilla de Omval

Eight Of The World’s Coolest Hotel Beds

Eight Of The World’s Coolest Hotel Beds
Hotel beds seldom disentangle themselves from design cliches and for good reason. Most travelers prefer a luxurious and a comfortable bed where they can sink in after a hard day of sightseeing. However a new  school of thought is emerging that seems to think that a bed is also a part of the travel experience and should be as unforgettable as one’s holiday. So below we are listing beds that have captured our imagination and takes the art of sleeping to a whole new level.

Eight Of The World’s Coolest Hotel Beds

A Lighter Look for Modern Furniture

A Lighter Look for Modern Furniture
People are always working on keeping up with the new trends, from clothing to interior design, and it seems that what comes and goes often comes back again. On a recent trip to the High Point furniture market I could not help but see an emerging trend that we have all seen before coming back. White lacquer, and the shinier the better. Every modern manufacturer has new offerings with stark white as an option and I must say it looks great! For some time now the dark espresso and rich cherry tones have dominated the modern scene and will for some time to come, but you will soon see a lighter option on the next trip to your favorite contemporary furniture store.

A Lighter Look for Modern Furniture