Mies van der Rohe designed the German pavilion and corresponding furniture for the 1929 world's fair in Barcelona. Among other things, his pavilion served as the setting for the inaugural ceremony led by the Spanish royal couple, Alfonso XIII and Victoria Eugenia. While Mies van der Rohe implemented his ideas of avant garde steel and glass architecture for the building design, he drew his inspiration for the furniture from historic models. Mies van der Rohe took as his starting point the ancient, scissors-shaped collapsible folding chair, already a symbol of power among Egyptian rulers. In keeping with the occasion, he adopted the representative qualities of the scissors chair, although he does without the folding function and interprets it afresh. In order to match the overall impression of luxury in the pavilion, Mies van der Rohe chose not to use wood like the historic models, but instead employed chrome-plated steel strip and leather upholstery with button stitching. The pavilion was torn down after the fair. However, along with the furniture, it was retrospectively acknowledged as a showcase for the »International Style« that had taken hold throughout the world. The Barcelona pavilion was reconstructed and rebuilt in 1986.
Alexander Girard originally created the Wooden Dolls (1952), a whimsical assortment of figures both joyful and grim, for his own home. Today they add a charming touch to any interior.
Antonio Citterio collaborated with Vitra to develop different versions of the ID Visitor chair, perfectly coordinated with the ID Chair Concept. Thanks to an understated design, they can be combined with almost any office chair and integrated in a wide variety of work environments.<br/><br/>ID Visitor Air has a particularly light and graceful appearance thanks to its slender plastic backrest. The perforated back allows for flexible movement and good air circulation, while offering targeted support. The seat padding is optionally available in a more sustainable PU-free version, and the cantilever base is stackable.<br/>
The range of motifs does not limit the use of Ornaments by Alexander Girard to seasonal occasions but a number of them are perfect, for example, for Christmas time.
Grand Sofà (2017) is Antonio Citterio's interpretation of luxurious comfort and contemporary design. The designer's Italian flair for lightness and elegance is united with the trademark quality and precision of the Swiss company Vitra.
Tabouret Bois bears the unmistakable signature of Jean Prouvé, reflecting an aesthetic based on structural requirements. The sturdy stool is available in natural oak, dark oak or American walnut.
Designed by Jasper Morrison, the APC is reminiscent of classic wooden chairs while advancing the appearance and functionality of this typology. The graceful chair combines great stability with excellent comfort; its backrest is attached to the frame with resilient connectors that allow it to flex in response to the sitter's movements. The APC comes in a choice of two-tone colours and is suited for both indoor and outdoor use.
The Joyn 2 Platform serves as a basis for teamwork, and despite just four legs allows table lengths of up to 6.4 metres for 8 to 10 regular workspaces – with maximum legroom, easily accessible power and data options and diverse accessories for personalisation. The platforms emphasise the horizontal – only the accessories rise above the table surface.<br/> <br/>Joyn 2 Platform is modular in design and easy to reconfigure in diverse formats. The table tops are available in three versions: as one-piece tops, as tops with a gap in the middle for easy access to power and data connections, and as a version with a technical rail – in the latter two versions, accessories can be fitted individually and repositioned as required. End table tops measuring 80 cm in depth add an additional fully-fledged workstation at either end of the table. Joyn 2 Platform can be adjusted from 74 to 82 cm in height.<br/>
Ampi serves as a wireless charger and offers the necessary power connections to transform any table into a workstation quickly and easily – whether at home or in the office.
The Akari Light Sculptures (1951) by Isamu Noguchi are a series of luminaires, handcrafted from traditional washi paper by Japanese artisans. ‘The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun.’ (Noguchi)
The contrasting materials of the moulded plywood veneer seat shell and slender black plastic frame constitute a characteristic feature of the Belleville Armchair. Its elegant armrests are an integral part of the curved structural frame and offer excellent comfort. The Belleville Armchair is also available with a plastic seat shell or with a cover in leather or fabric.
With carefully balanced proportions, great comfort and a conscious renunciation of decorative details, the Soft Modular Sofa (2016) by Jasper Morrison unites the characteristics of a modular lounge sofa in its purest form.
The Plastic Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames were the very first chairs to be developed out of plastic for industrial production. Their organically shaped seat shells can be combined with a variety of different bases. The DAX chair (Dining Height Armchair X-Base) has a visually understated four-legged tubular steel base, which comes in a powder-coated version that is also suited for outdoor applications.
The designer Alexander Girard drew wide acclaim with his interior concept for the legendary Miller House (1953-57), for which he personally selected each individual object. The centrepiece of the house was a so-called 'conversation pit', a sunken seating area in the living room, with built-in sofas covered in fabrics by Girard and decorated with embroidered pillows made specifically for this setting. <br/><br/>Girard's famous 'double heart' motif was used and varied by the designer throughout his lifetime. It is composed of two intersecting S's that form a continuous loop of mirrored hearts. Each S represents the first letter of the pet names used by Girard and his wife – Sandro and Susie – which prompted him to name the double heart symbol '<a href="/en-me/magazine/details/sansusi">Sansusi</a>'.<br/><br/>The embroidered pillow with the 'Double Heart 2' motif was created by Alexander Girard for the Miller family in 1975 – 20 years after the completion of the Miller House.<br/>
French designer and engineer Jean Prouvé created the round, wooden Guéridon table for the University of Paris in 1949. It comes in two different sizes and various types of high-quality wood.
The range of motifs does not limit the use of Ornaments by Alexander Girard to seasonal occasions but a number of them are perfect, for example, for Christmas time.
With his collection of Wall Clocks (1949-1960), George Nelson conceived a wide array of timepieces, many of which have since become icons of 1950s design.
Numerous works by the creative duo Front are devoted to the systematic observation of sleeping or hibernating animals. This fascination inspired their design of a group of slumbering creatures – Resting Animals – whose poses exude a serene tranquillity. The Resting Birds are ornamental ceramic figures in two different sizes. Their peaceful presence goes beyond the decorative to communicate a deep sense of contentment.
The DCW (Dining Chair Wood) bears witness to the ultimate success of Charles and Ray Eames' early experiments with moulding plywood into complex shapes. Made entirely of wood, the appearance of this iconic chair remains as contemporary today as when it was first conceived.
Due to the slender organic shapes of its seat and back shells, the LCM (Lounge Chair Metal) by Charles and Ray Eames quickly acquired the nickname 'potato chip chair'.
The Akari Light Sculptures (1951) by Isamu Noguchi are a series of luminaires, handcrafted from traditional washi paper by Japanese artisans. ‘The harshness of electricity is thus transformed through the magic of paper back to the light of our origin – the sun.’ (Noguchi)
The Shell Chairs by Charles and Ray Eames are among the most important designs in the history of furniture. Following their initial presentation at the 'Low Cost Furniture Design' competition organised by the Museum of Modern Art in 1948, the chairs were launched on the market in 1950 in an armchair version (A-shell) and as a simpler side chair (S-shell) – making them the first ever mass-produced chairs made of plastic. <br/><br/>With the debut of this revolutionary design, Charles and Ray Eames introduced a new furniture typology that has since spread around the globe: the multifunctional chair whose shell can be joined with a variety of different bases. Already in 1950, they presented a series of bases that enabled various sitting positions, including the low-slung LAR (Lounge Height Armchair Rod Base) with a geometric steel wire base, which quickly acquired the charming nickname 'Cat's Cradle' in reference to the children's string game. <br/><br/>The LAR seems to have been one of Charles and Ray's favourite designs: it can be spotted in numerous vintage photographs of the legendary Eames House in Pacific Palisades, both indoors and out. This also reveals how lightweight the chair is, and how easily it can be moved around.<br/><br/>Due to the organic shape of this classic armchair, the LAR is a striking solo piece, but it can also be paired with many types of sofas to create an appealing contrast. The LAR is offered as the Plastic Chair LAR with a polypropylene shell, or as the Fiberglass Chair LAR with a fibreglass shell that draws attention to the lively texture so valued by connoisseurs. The fascination of fibreglass lies in its irregular surface, whose clearly visible fibres make it appear almost like a natural material. The Fiberglass Chair LAR is not offered with full upholstery in order to show off the unique characteristics of this material to maximum effect. However, a comfortable seat cushion is optionally available.
The many accessories created for the home by George Nelson include a variety of table clocks. Representing a selection of these classic designs, the Desk Clocks offer a refreshing alternative to conventional clocks. Equipped with high-quality quartz movements, the charm of these decorative timepieces is equalled by their precision.
As one of the most famous objects of Japanese post-war design, the Elephant Stool was created by the prolific product designer Sori Yanagi. The stackable plastic stool can be used both indoors and outside.
The Suita Club Sofa was developed for use in offices, waiting areas and lobbies. The construction and workmanship are designed to withstand the demanding conditions of such public areas. The upholstery of the backrest ensures a high degree of comfort without the need for additional cushions.
The seat shells of the Eames Plastic Chairs can be combined with a variety of different bases. The base for the DAL chair (Dining Height Armchair La Fonda Base) was developed by Charles and Ray Eames in 1961 for the legendary New York restaurant La Fonda del Sol, whose interior was designed by their friend Alexander Girard. With its central pedestal consisting of four parallel shafts that split at the bottom to form a four-star base, it is one of the most elegant and unconventional bases ever designed by the Eameses.
The Zoo Timers (1965) by George Nelson – wall clocks in the form of colourfully hand-drawn characters from the animal kingdom – offer children a playful and enjoyable approach to telling the time.
The expansive, elegant ETR sofa table by Charles and Ray Eames comes with tops in a choice of black or white and a wire base with a chrome-plated or black powder-coated finish. On account of its elliptical shape, it quickly acquired the nickname 'surfboard table'.
The Allstar office chair by Konstantin Grcic imparts a relaxed home-like feel and sense of familiarity. Its rounded form exudes comfort and yields a calming influence on the fast-paced dynamic of today's offices. Allstar also satisfies all the necessary functions of a task chair, allowing it to be used wherever high functional performance is desired but a classic office chair would not be appropriate for aesthetic reasons – an especially ideal choice for modern workplace concepts.
The Heart Cone Chair takes its name from the expressive, heart-shaped silhouette of its seat shell. Designed by Verner Panton in the late 1950s, the chair combines a comfortably upholstered seat with an understated, elegant base made of satin stainless steel.
Joyn 2 Meet offers meeting tables ranging from 120 x 80 cm to 900 x 180 cm. The base can be configured in diverse shapes and sizes for sitting or standing-height tables – on either glides or castors. Furniture on castors promotes dynamic work methods in the office, while variants with glides enable electrification cables to be concealed in the table legs.
The Nuage vases produce an attractive interplay of light and shadow with their undulating shape and anodised aluminium finish in various colours. Flowers and grasses can be arranged in each cluster of eight individual tubes, and thanks to their precise outer contours, the vases can also be fitted together to create entire 'cloud formations'.
Charles Eames and Eero Saarinen created the Organic Chair in 1940 as part of their entry for 'Organic Design in Home Furnishings', a competition organised by the Museum of Modern Art in New York. The small reading chair offers superb comfort, thanks to its comfortably upholstered, biomorphically shaped seat shell, and is also available in a version with a higher backrest: Organic Highback.
With his collection of Wall Clocks (1949-1960), George Nelson conceived a wide array of timepieces, many of which have since become icons of 1950s design.
With its curving shapes and vivid colours, the Amoebe chair (1970) by Verner Panton embodies the exuberant spirit of the early 1970s. It is also available with an overhanging backrest under the name Amoebe Highback.
The high backrest of ID Soft L comes with padded upholstery for excellent comfort. Although the chair exudes elegant sophistication, its sleek lines and minimal design also lend it an understated character. ID Soft L can be harmoniously combined with other chairs and is a perfect addition to many different settings.
The Toolbox by Arik Levy is designed as a practical organisational utensil for storing accessories and small items. Thanks to its handy size, it can be easily stowed in a cabinet or on a shelf, and it takes up little room on a table. The Toolbox is available in a selection of different colours.
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Each Piet Boon Collection Dining designer furniture piece conveys our love for rich and natural materials, generous proportions, typical shape and eye for extraordinary detail. The KEKKE dining table is no exception and brings sophisticated luxury to any interior.
Enjoy the company of family and friends around the KEKKE table long after the meal is over. The KEKKE is also available as arm chair, long chair, kitchen- and bar stool, and mirror.
Mies van der Rohe designed the German pavilion and corresponding furniture for the 1929 world's fair in Barcelona. Among other things, his pavilion served as the setting for the inaugural ceremony led by the Spanish royal couple, Alfonso XIII and Victoria Eugenia. While Mies van der Rohe implemented his ideas of avant garde steel and glass architecture for the building design, he drew his inspiration for the furniture from historic models. Mies van der Rohe took as his starting point the ancient, scissors-shaped collapsible folding chair, already a symbol of power among Egyptian rulers. In keeping with the occasion, he adopted the representative qualities of the scissors chair, although he does without the folding function and interprets it afresh. In order to match the overall impression of luxury in the pavilion, Mies van der Rohe chose not to use wood like the historic models, but instead employed chrome-plated steel strip and leather upholstery with button stitching. The pavilion was torn down after the fair. However, along with the furniture, it was retrospectively acknowledged as a showcase for the »International Style« that had taken hold throughout the world. The Barcelona pavilion was reconstructed and rebuilt in 1986.<br/><br/>
Marble and wood blend in a refined creative mood board. In line with the latest trends in housing evolution, Nature Mood conceives of Nature not only as a model, but also as a true mentor and gauge of human endeavor, something from which to acquire knowledge and with which to give life to increasingly environmentally friendly designs.
<p>In this collection, Nature becomes an active component of design, mixing a palette of surfaces with warm hues that take their inspiration from the world of marbles and the material of wood, with clean, minimalist veining and an array of colors. The upshot is the attainment of elegant spaces that flow between interior and exterior, enhancing the presence of light so as to bestow a sensation of immersion in the natural environment at all times. The marble surfaces in the collection bring a new perspective to some of the most enchanting landscapes and natural binomials to be found on earth.</p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The verdant backdrop of Rainforest is redolent of the vegetation of tropical woods, with thin brown veins that evoke the bark of a tree.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Glacier conjures up the whiteness of glaciers with delicate crests of light and dark gray.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Mountain Peak is inspired by the varied appearance and warm colors of mountain ranges in the summertime.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Tundra recalls the alternation of earth, shrubbery and snowfall that characterizes the homonymous Arctic polar environmental system.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">And lastly, Riverbed is reminiscent of a gravelly river bottom with its multiplicity of stones smoothed by the flowing water.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The Planks 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 and 06 surfaces are the most combinable elements in the collection. Conceived as a color palette of woods with a clean, minimalist style, the Planks can generate different mood boards depending on the marble-effect surfaces with which they are juxtaposed, taking up the nuances of the veneers and affording the designer the option of personalizing both the interior spaces and the exterior shells of the buildings in accordance with his or her own creative taste.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The range of backgrounds is enriched by five 6 mm thick fine porcelain stoneware decors that combine the colors of different wood-inspired surfaces.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Hexagon offers a combination of 3 six-sided polygons, each of which in turn is divided into two different shades of wood. The composition is designed in two versions, the first combining the warm hues of Planks 01, 02 and 03, the second blending the cooler colors of Planks 04, 05 and 06.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">French Herringbone immediately recalls the classic laying pattern for parquet flooring, in this case reformulated as an embellishment that alternates small slats in two colorings. The composition is available in two versions, one of which combines the amber shades of Planks 01 and 02, the other of which unites the gray tones of Planks 05 and 06.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Stripes offers an alternation of small strips in two colors. In this case, too, the range grants the designer the option of choosing between two variants, one that juxtaposes Planks 01 and 02, and one that combines Planks 05 and 06.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Strip consists of a plank with thin and elongated lines available in all the colors in the collection.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Finally, Chevron recalls the homonymous pattern of timeless charm. Here again the decor is offered in all 6 wood-effect colors of the collection.</span></p>
The signature Drachmann series draws inspiration from the beautiful garden of Danish romantic poet and painter, Holger Drachmann. A careful balance of Nordic nostalgia and modern simplicity underlies its enduring popularity.
Designed in collaboration with Danish designer, Mogens Holmriis, the balanced form of the Drachmann Table pairs Nordic nostalgia with modern simplicity. The neat sized round table comfortably seats four people. Made of 100% FSC-certified teak.
The B&B Italia carpet collection is a versatile and elegant solution for interior decoration, available in six sophisticated color options (beige, light brown, dark brown, light grey, grey, and bordeaux) and four standard dimensions (300 cm diameter, or rectangular shapes of 200x300 cm, 250x350 cm, and 300x400 cm), with the added flexibility of custom cut-to-size options. Crafted from 100% pure virgin New Zealand wool, the CRATIS carpets are made from natural raw materials, ensuring both durability and a luxurious feel. For further details, visit the manufacturer's page on CRATIS by B&B Italia, where a downloadable 3D file of the product is also available for design planning.
B&B Italia, a globally renowned Italian company established in 1966, is celebrated for its innovative, high-quality contemporary furniture and accessories, blending modern design with exceptional craftsmanship.
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Step into the past with CicloItalia, a modern reimagining of the iconic Ciclocina lamp from 1989. This exquisite piece, crafted entirely from hand-polished brass, is available in both floor and table versions, blending timeless elegance with contemporary design. Featuring a black base, brass structure, and a frosted glass lens, CicloItalia is illuminated by a low-voltage COB LED (1x5W, 600 lumens, 2700K, CRI 80) and includes a touch dimmer with memory function. The lamp operates on a 220-240V plug driver (110V available on request) and is EPREL registered. A 3D file of the product is available for download, allowing for seamless integration into design projects.
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Catellani & Smith, founded in 1989 by Enzo Catellani and Logan Smith, is a renowned Italian lighting design brand celebrated for its innovative, artistic, and high-quality lighting solutions, blending craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics.
The "Wa Wa" standing lamp, inspired by a touching moment at the Frankfurt Trade Fair where a Japanese admirer described it as "perfect," is a stunning piece of lighting design featuring a brass or nickel-plated metal base, copper sticks, a removable glass lens, and black wires with a dimmer. It is powered by an interchangeable LED light source (5x1W, 700 lumens, 2700K, CRI 80) and comes with a 110-240V plug driver, adaptable to various markets upon request. The lamp’s elegant and artistic design makes it a perfect statement piece for both residential and commercial spaces. A 3D file of the product is available for download, allowing for seamless integration into design projects.
Catellani & Smith, the Italian lighting design company behind this creation, was founded in 1989 by Enzo Catellani and Logan Smith and is renowned for its innovative, sculptural lighting solutions that blend artistry with functionality, making it a favorite among designers and architects worldwide.
A form in mouth blown glass, the Silent Vase is Scandinavian design at its subtlest. Available in three sizes and multiple colors, the Silent Vase is a humble yet decorative addition to any space.
Designed with Scandinavian materiality at its heart, the Avail Coat Rack brings the ideas of simplicity and functionality into the modern home. The design features 2 metal hooks that can be rearranged forever while also bringing hints of color to the form, allowing for the Avail Coat Rack to evolve as time passes while holding smaller objects on its minute plateau.
The Story Pinboard brings subtle feelings of Scandinavian design into any work or creative context, whether in the home office, in a kids room or within the workplace. Produced in cork, a material that is sourced from the renewable bark of cork oak trees, the Story Pinboard is recyclable in its entirety.
The Dots Ceramic bring an artful expression to a Muuto icon, made in earthenware with a reactive glaze for a unique look, giving each single piece a distinct look while referencing the ideas of traditional craftsmanship. Combine the design across various colors and sizes along with the Dots Wood and Dots Metal for a unique expression.
The Jellies coat hangers draw their inspiration from the tableware collection of the same name designed by Patricia Urquiola for Kartell. This accessory is available in three different sizes, each with its own specific texture.
A multi-faceted vase widening from the base to the top in a swirling motion. Shanghai is like refracted light radiating from prism-like crystals with an alternating play of flashes and shadows, creating irregular geometric forms.
The distinctive feature and special allure of these original vases lie in their particular conformation, suggestive of a wafed fabric with irregular sinuosities caused by the different surface thicknesses.
The special feature of this series lies in the conformation of the surface material which enhances the core that looks like jelly, just as the name suggests, evocative of the forms used in pastry-making.