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Rainbow I LED Pendant Hanging Light from Bruck
Here is another contemporary lighting option that makes a nice addition to any minimal décor from Bruck Lighting. The Rainbow I LED Pendant light creates visual drama in an energy efficient eco- friendly design available in clear dichroic outer glass shade, frosted white cased inner glass shade and metal body. The Rainbow I LED as the name would imply offers a glowing palette of northern-lights colors when illuminated. Ships 1 - 2 weeks from Lumens. $230 - $313 Various shade colors and mounting kits available.
Zero House by Scott Specht
Designed by Scott Specht studio architecture Spect Harpman Architects, the “Zero House” is a pre fabricated house of 200 square meters totally autonomous and environmentally friendly. The roof is made of solar panels that provides electricity so you don’t have to worry about electricity and the power is then stored in a battery backup. Once completely charged, the home can run efficiently for one week without a hint of sunlight. The roof and also includes a tank of rainwater harvesting over 10 cubic meters. The ground floor when it is equipped with a unit of waste composting. The rest of the house features energy saving design strategies including ample daylighting (led lights are used for artificial light requirements), incredibly energy efficient wall assemblies (r-58 in fact), triple glazed windows, and a compact design (reducing overall energy requirements). Initial studies indicate that the home will sell for around $350,000. - Via - Treehugger & Materialicio
Hans J. Wegner's CH 445 Wingchair Endures the Test of Time
When it comes to Danish Modern furniture there is one name comes to mind as the father of the movement, and that's Hans J. Wegner. Hans started his studio in 1943 and enjoyed much success and accolades as one of the worlds most renowned designers specializing in chairs. In 1960 Wegner released his soon to be famous CH445 Wingchair in limited quantities. In 2006 Carl Hansen & Sons dusted off the blue prints and reintroduced the lounge chair to immediate success and awards at the IMM in Cologne, and the Copenhagen International Furniture Fair that same year. Today the wingchair is what Hans Wegner envisioned it to be and then some reaching true furniture icon status and a place in the homes and hearts of modern furniture lovers world wide. According to Carl Hansen & Sons "we have worked with Wegner's original drawings and some of the few pieces that remain from the sixties, when a smaller number of them were produced by hand. And we're proud to say that we have upheld the original construction and materials - including solid beech frames and hand-sewn piping - just the way that Wegner designed it." If you want furniture that will last in not only quality of construction, but style as well, the licensed modern classics are the way to go.
Glass Shelves by Tonelli
Tonelli is an Italian furniture company that is specialized in glass. An interesting product from them are these glass shelves, thant are caracterized by clean lines and a modern transparent design. The glass shelves have different sizes allowing you to make all kind of combinations, from storing books, dvds, souvenirs, etc. The glass shelves are designed by Giovanni Tommaso Garattoni and he named his creation Mondovisione.If you want more products from glass they have almost everything you can imagine from vetrines to vanities, and glass is always in style. - Via - FurnitureStoreBlog
Stink Coffee Table, A Table That Cracked
The Stink table is designed by Dylan Gold for Link Studios and it is a brilliant conversation piece for those guests that appreciate contrast in modern design. Now I know that a lot of people would say, but is a cracked table, I can’t use it. That’s right that stuff will fall through the cracks if you are not careful, and you should buy it only if you want a piece of modern design that looks good, but it isn’t really functional. According to the designer, Dylan Gold, the table is very heavy, made of solid mdf layers coated in automotive lacquer and clear coat. Finally to solve the cracked part the designer suggests that you can also fit it with a piece of glass on top. - Via
Round Pool Tables
We have featured different kinds of pool tables before - design variations on the classic rectangular pool table. But never before a round pool table! The lack of angles means no nasty corners to bump into. One immediately obvious advantage is the space saving feature for those who love to have company over to shoot some pool but don’t have the room for the rectangular sort.
The custom made pool table is the brainchild of JM Billiard Co. They make these in different diameters - 6,7,8 feet. You can choose from over 30 cloth colours and any type of material for your pool table. Wood, laminate, metal etc. They even suggest a fish tank at the bottom if you wish! But most people would find the options for a poker table or dining table top a more useful choice! - Via
Sophisticated Patio Furniture from Triconfort
Its patio furniture season again and your options won't be complete without seeing Triconfort and their Biarritz collection. It is hard to find outdoor furniture that transitions the same look and quality to your patio as you have in your living room, but here it is. Triconfort dressed up the Biarritz with bold lines, aluminum accents, and sharp eye popping fabrics contrasted by rich dark wood. The series includes every thing you could need like full length reclining Lounge Chairs, full sofa groupings, and coffee and end tables, just like inside!
Red & White Media Cabinet from Wud Furniture
The Red & White Media Cabinet is a beautiful piece of furniture designed by Wüd Furniture Design, a Brooklyn based design and manufacturing studio. This design is a combination of contemporary designs with classical joinery, merging both function and beauty. White and wood together look awesome and the final result it’s such a clean and modern look. The design is available is a variety of woods and finishes, with custom sizes available upon request. - Via - Designsponge online
Mia - Contemporary Wall Unit, Bed, and Desk
The first comment on Mia is wow! Mia is a complete wall furniture system. There is a single bed frame on the right. In the middle is a series of storage drawers. The left has a desk for writing and computer work. The contemporary colors on this furniture system are well thought out. The orange brings in some bright colors for the desk. The white color of the bed frame and storage drawers helps center the entire piece. The espresso on top adds a little something while providing a finishing contrast to the white. I really like how this piece has tied together these three elements into a nice looking package. More information: here.
Small Space Fold Out Lounge Chair by Annika Schmidt
Designer Annika Schmidt realizes the importance of "small space" mulit- functional furniture and it is ap parent in many of her furniture creations. This fold out lounge chair offers a very casual appearance and a convenient fold up design that mimics the bean bag chair concept, See the entire collection of furniture, decorative fabrics, and textiles from the Annika Schmidt collection here at her website. Via
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