May 2009 Archives
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B-Side: Skygarden
We have the bad habit of looking to the back side of objects. Sometimes we discover complete different languages, or hidden details that tell more about the product, and sometimes they happen to be even more interesting than the official face; no matter what we find is always worth the time. -
Bended Beauty
Stefan Diez is a talented designer with a hand for techniques, his passion for research and his dexterity with materials take him to challenge the limits of constructive processes. -
Dressed Armchair
The new armchair designed by Jorg Boner and manufactured by the swiss company Wogg is an upholstered piece with great personality; what makes Wogg 42 really unique is the upholstery being completely independent from the chair structure, dressing it as if it was an ultra-modern kimono or a fashionable coat. -
Interview: Riccardo Blumer
Riccardo Blumer's conception of design is lead by research, exploration and challenge. His products are the extension of an ever-going personal evolution process that constantly pushes him to challenge the boundaries of materials and techniques. -
Milan Design Week 09: Yamagiwa
Yamagiwa has been producing high-end lighting from 1923 in Japan, three years ago they decided to expand their image to the world by starting collaborations with international designers. -
Milan Design Week 09: Senseware
Senseware was a superlative show in Milan last April, a fantastic showcase of technology and creativity for a brief look into the near future. -
Milan Design Week 09: B&B
B&B outdoors collection is truly delightful; the tactile quality of natural fibres together with the strength of metal and weatherproof textiles plus Urquiola's traditional-yet-contemporary flavoured design make a warm and relaxing collection. -
Milan Design Week 2009: Flos
Flos had an impressive number of new products at Euroluce, starring Philippe Starck, Marcel Wanders and Paul Cocksedge among others. -
Milan Design Week 2009: Moroso
Italian upholstery master Moroso had an impressive number of new products by well-known names such as Patricia Urquiola and Tokujin Yoshioka, and by a growing army of young designers -
Milan Design Week 09: Artemide
Artemide shows off in Milan with a wide range of new products. The impression is that the Italian company's strategy for facing the economic crisis is simply to keep producing.














