3blacksheep

2007-11-13T17:47:00.000-08:00

come on over to my new blog! andrapandra

Jessica Nebel

2007-08-29T11:37:00.000-07:00

German native and recent grad from the Royal College of Art in London, Jessica Nebel is well on her way to becoming the next 'it' person in industrial design. Recent projects like the 'Take-away sink' and Wool-light' are giving her international acclaim.The wool light is made of 100% wool, pose able and ever changing to create an array of soft and fuzzy shadows for an invitingly warm glow on a summer evening.

Amy Adams of Perch Design

2007-08-08T10:29:00.000-07:00

Amy Adams is the designer behind Brooklyn-based ceramic studio Perch. All of Perch's products are made with low impact, non-toxic, eco-friendly loving care-- not to mention creative style and practical sensibility.

Perch was a part of this year's HauteGREEN in New York, an annual showcase of sustainability in design and I look forward to seeing them in upcoming years.

Enkundayo and Andrew Hem @ Thinkspace

2007-08-06T12:26:00.000-07:00

Artists Enkundayo and Andrew Hem will be representing Los Angeles' Thinkspace Gallery with an opening this Friday, August 10th. While both artists share a foundation of graffiti and Art Center degrees they are uniquely different in their personal styles, subject matter, and experiences.Enkundayo is native to Hawaii and now lives and works as a freelance illustrator in LA. In his debut solo show and installation, 'Interlaced,' Enkundayo will display the interrelations and connections will all have with eachother despite geographic and demographic differences where human imperfection and surrealist tendencies run deep.

Cambodian by birth, Californian by circumstance, and artist by trade, Andrew Hem will be holding down the Project Room at Thinkspace with 'Brighter Days.' His paintings are playful and tragic, geometric and curvacious and an incredible mixture of emotions and brushstrokes.

Friday, August 10th at Thinkspace Gallery in Los Angeles. 7-11pm. Show runs through Sept. 8th.

Aline 'Yumi' Yamada

2007-08-05T11:15:00.000-07:00

Aline Yamada of YumiYumi is a fine artist from Sao Paulo now based out of Columbus. Her prints are hand-drawn and later tweaked and colored digitally to create a variety of masterpieces from the same image. The girls depicted in Aline's prints remind me of Chinese ads from the 30s/40s (?) I came across a few years back at the Rose Bowl Flea Market in Pasadena. There are some amazing and budget-friendly items for sale at Yumi's etsy shop

Sprout Home

2007-07-28T17:07:00.000-07:00

Timber stools at Sprout Home. Their website suggests to purchase in multiples, as they are happier together. I agree. I think these would make great accents to an outdoor patio or garden. I might even put a potted plant or gnome on top of one...

Oslo Press

2007-07-25T15:21:00.001-07:00

Word spreads pretty quickly across the blogosphere so if you haven't heard of Oslo Press yet I'm delighted to be the first to inform you about them! Wood veneer and 100% cotton papers make up these elegant customizable invitations in a variety of veneers, inks, and designs. Husband and wife duo Jen and Glenwood concocted the idea in 2006 when planning their own wedding and already have a cult following of aspiring brides and grooms.

Nina Clough

2007-07-25T14:16:00.000-07:00

Simple, pretty, and only $20 on etsy
Dandelion Clocks by Artquirk/Nina Clough

Japanese Rice Art

2007-07-25T12:41:00.000-07:00

The craft of rice growing has evolved into a different type of art for Japanese rice farmers in Inakadate. Each year farmers combine the aesthetic qualities of yellow, purple, and green rice leaves for an impressive display of craft and crop. The eco-friendly art will be on display until September's harvest. via designboom

Conscious Design

2007-07-13T20:21:00.000-07:00

I found this awesome chair by New Zealanders Conscious Design awhile back but still really love the sleek modernism of the frame and the beautiful selection of interchangeable fabrics made by local fashion designers.

Deadbirdfinds

2007-07-13T19:51:00.000-07:00

vintage ceramic tray
only 6 bucks on etsy

The New Birds at Grass Hut

2007-07-13T19:24:00.000-07:00

English Barn Owl
Pinky

I'm in beautiful Portland, Oregon this weekend and stumbled upon Grass Hut, a local studio, gallery, and shop run by artist Bwana Spoons and Justin "Scrappers" Morrison. Their current show with over 30 different artists, The New Birds, showcases bird-themed art with proceeds going to the Portland Audubon Society. This is a definite must-see if you're in the area but feel free to shop online too!

No Sudden Moves
Amy Ruppel

Mathew Feyld

Hummingbird House
Amy Morrison

Jaren Goh Design

2007-06-25T11:31:00.000-07:00

What a beautiful bookcase by Jaren Goh Designs out of Singapore. This "Vintage Shelf" is just one among many splendidly functionally and modern takes on furniture design

Kokeshi Dolls at TokyoCube

2007-06-21T00:03:00.000-07:00

These are so adorable! I picked up a few Kokeshi dolls in San Francisco's Chinatown back in the fall but mine are not nearly as cute. TokyoCube has a great collection of toys of all sorts.

p.s. great wikipedia fact "The word 'kokeshi' is also used in Japanese as a euphemism for dildo."

via sweetinvaders

Little Odd Forest

2007-06-18T13:16:00.000-07:00

Fun home accessories by LittleOddForest. Singapore native Lynda Lye founded the crafty design portal in 2004 in fulfillment of whimsical childhood fantasies.

Be sure to visit Lynda's blog as well.

Jenna Rose

2007-06-08T16:28:00.000-07:00

Jenna Rose is a Canadian crafter, artist, and designer. She produces handmade home and fashion accessories. All designs are screen printed onto cotton or linen and then sewn into a usable and delightful object.

See her website for more designs and products and pick something up at the modishoppe here or various retailers throughout Canada.

yes, delightful!

Graham and Green

2007-06-07T13:16:00.001-07:00

just a little afternoon shopping at Graham and Green...

the ostrich table spectacular!

Form & Design

2007-06-04T14:16:00.000-07:00

Urlika Elofsson is the designer of Swedish modern living design studio Form & Design.

I really loved her Christmas line from a few months back and am impressed again with her recently debuted Spring/Summer 2007 line. All Form & Design products are made in Sweden with 100% natural fibers.

Threadless

2007-06-04T13:10:00.000-07:00

A couple new t-shirt designs printed by Threadless this week. Today is the last day for their summer vacation sale so snatch one up before it's too late. Up top is Understanding Bird Song by Source Creative and below we've got Recycle by Nemanja Dragojlovic.

Eveline Tarunadjaja of Lovepad

2007-05-31T11:41:00.000-07:00

beautiful

KTA Loblolly House

2007-05-31T11:10:00.000-07:00

Architects at KieranTimberlake Associates of Philedelphia are responsible for the Loblolly House on Taylors Island, Maryland.

This 2,200 square foot dwelling is built on the Chesapeake Bay with utmost respect to the natural surroundings and minimal impact on the local environment.

The structure was built off site entirely before hand in "smart cartridges" and assembled on site in under 6 weeks. Because of this type of architecture, the house can just as easily be dis-assembled and moved to another location

Yong Jieyu

2007-05-30T17:00:00.001-07:00

Design Academy Eindhoven student Yong Jieyu has barely even started his career and is already internationally recognized and acclaimed. This cd player is the result of a 2 day workshop with Joris Laarman. I can't wait to see what he's up to in a few years!

Jan Harman

2007-05-29T17:11:00.000-07:00

The smell of incense really irritates me.

But if it didn't I'd definitely be in the market for one of these! Jan Harman designed Smoke House Incense Burner. Only 36 bucks at Velocity!

Lorena Siminovich

2007-05-29T16:16:00.001-07:00

It was so difficult for me to chose only a few collages by artist Lorena Siminovich. I adore the characters in her work. Originally from Buenos Aires and relocated to San Francisco, Lorena creates completely one of a kind customizable pieces out of recycled and vintage papers from all over the globe.

Visit her portfolio site here and look over the purchasables here!

Sen-Sen

2007-05-29T15:19:00.000-07:00

I just discovered the work of Danish designers Sen-Sen and can't get enough! Unfortunately, I can't read danish so I have no idea what's beyond all the beautiful images. See for yourself!

Most of their designs consist of ornately baroque patterns on pillows, picnic items and even wall decals. Be sure to check out their line of kids products too!

Making Time for Design

2007-05-29T12:08:00.000-07:00

Marian Bantjes

A few days ago the members of AIGA Washington DC participated in Design for the Fun of it 14: Making Time for Design. The result: An amazing collection of designer-made wall clocks guaranteed to make you wonder what time it is.

Dan Banks

Surrealien

2007-05-28T21:14:00.000-07:00

An interesting concept in wallpaper design for you all to ponder. Germany company Surrealien uses computer generated plans based off a wall's exact measurements to create the perfect curves around doors, lights, and fixtures. I'm not sure how this would fly in a residential setting but it does look quite fun for a bar or restaurant. Above is a shot from London's Ruby Lounge.

Thout Design

2007-05-28T17:48:00.000-07:00

Canadians of Thout Design concocted the wonderful idea for this Holey Stump. Its sleek, stylish, multi-functional, and stores beer in its holes--if required. Available in aqua, green, and white I can't imagine a chic Canadian cabin in the woods without one.

CinqCinq Designers (5.5)

2007-05-25T16:21:00.000-07:00

I've never seen such an eclectic collection of products and styles from the same design firm. CinqCinq or 5.5 designers based out of Paris have an impressive collection of more or less functional items and spacial design. Many items are hand-built, re-built, re-cycled, re-used and just plain resourceful!

Audrey Kawasaki

2007-05-24T22:31:00.000-07:00

I can't get enough of Audrey Kawasaki! I saw her latest work at Smitten a few weeks back at Thinkspace and was once again blown away by her amazing talent and grace.

NICE

2007-05-24T17:22:00.000-07:00

Some beautiful (and playful) wallpapers from Londoner's Matt and Sofie of NICE. Check out their other wallpapers and graphic design work on their site. I'm absolutely in love with the peacock repeat design above. It's too bad I haven't figured out a good enough excuse to bring purple and pink into my apartment yet.

Just shopping around

2007-05-20T14:43:00.000-07:00

Sleek Erik Jorgensen sofa

I think I love you handmade card at BuyOlympia

Photo Album by Jen Corace at If'n Books

Inhabit Triptic Slats Hanging Panel at Design Public

Joseph Felt Bench by Chris Ferebee of 521 Design

Feinedinge

2007-05-17T15:10:00.000-07:00

The new collection from Feinedinge is out and its spectacular! All products are handmade with love by Sandra Haishberger in her Vienna, Austria studio
Feindinge means "Fine Thing" in German and I absolutely agree! Catch her in New York next week at the ICFF. She'll be represented by Austrian design super collective Pure Austrian Design

Aoki Jun

2007-05-17T14:24:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous. See the rest of the post at 2modern

Het Grote Avontuur

2007-05-17T13:00:00.000-07:00

Pretty plastic kapstokje (hat rack) for only 6 euros and available in 5 different colors! This could be used in a plethora of interesting ways besides hats. Ties, jewelry, keys, purses, belts, maybe even mugs!

Pick one up in your favorite shade at Amsterdam's Het Grote Avontuur online store

via bloesem

Nicole Jacquard

2007-05-17T12:37:00.000-07:00

Sculptor and Jewelry artist Nicole Jacquard hand crafted this beautiful piece out of wood, 18k gold, steel and plexi-glass. She currently works as a professor of Jewelry and Metal smithing at Indiana University.

Branch

2007-05-14T21:03:00.000-07:00

Branch is a socially and environmentally responsible online retailer proud to provide us with home accessories galore--minus the guilt. I absolutely adore this all natural, handcrafted Romanian pillow. Thanks Branch!

Alison M Brady

2007-05-14T20:51:00.000-07:00

Photographer Alison M. Brady managed to capture some great wallpapers in her most recent project! I'd love to know where she was for all of these. Have a look at the wonderfully erie imagery and beautiful patterns.

Gamplusfratesi

2007-05-14T20:32:00.000-07:00

I'm not quite sure how I feel about these new chairs from Gamplusfratesi but I figured it was worth a post. I definitely like the mid century modern/Hella Jongerius feel to them but I'm having a hard time imagining what kind of environment you'd find a chair like this. Has anyone seen the Antropomorfo chair in action? What are your thoughts?

Fuco Ueda

2007-05-14T14:23:00.000-07:00

I just discovered the amazingly talented Japanese painter Fuco Ueda on Artist a day. Her work is a magnetically surreal exhibition of life, nature, and their interactions.

Judy @ Recurring Pattern

2007-05-14T14:01:00.000-07:00

Blogger and pattern designer Judy Valencerina created this gorgeous pattern of her favorite greens. These could easily become my favorite greens as well!

Check out Judy's pattern blog and original works here.

People will always need plates

2007-05-11T10:41:00.000-07:00

Indeed! Hannah Dipper and Robin Farquhar are the co-founders of ceramic design studio, People will always need plates. Their distinct design objective is to create high quality, stylish and clever dish ware not to be displayed enjoyed for its aesthetic as well as fundamental functionality. I think they've got it!

We heart Josiah (above) is a brand spanking new collection and their first ever to include a 3 tiered cake plate paying homage to American Sculptor John Flaxman.

The Trellick Tower (below) is a citrus-y depiction of Erno Goldfinger's unique architectural style.

People will always need plates can be purchased through Design Museum London.

Reddish

2007-05-11T00:01:00.000-07:00

Beautifully hand-crafted and genuinely cross-stitched! Reddish design studio out of Israel keeps us on our toes with a variety of home goods that cross boundaries between modern functionality and country-home kitsch.

Check out their site for an up close shot of the stitching--and don't miss the digital cuckoo clock...

Alberto Cerriteno

2007-05-10T16:27:00.000-07:00

The now Portland-based artist/designer Alberto Cerriteno from Mexico is a new favorite of mine. "The Enamored Whale" is an excellent example of Alberto's character illustrations that evoke childhood memories of haunted circuses and vintage tees.

If you're around the Portland area, check out his work at The Basil Hallward Gallery on the 3rd floor of Powell's Books through May 31st.

David Monsen

2007-05-09T11:49:00.000-07:00

Pattern Designer David Monsen's bio simply states "My name is David and i do stuff..I'm glad if it works." I suppose that's good enough for me. He creates delightfully modern geometric patterns with a touch of vintage style and panache!

Somehow I'd feel obligated to include those clocks if I were to wallpaper my kitchen in David Monsen...

J Shatz

2007-05-09T11:21:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous handmade ceramic eggs serve as bird houses for the hip to chirp. Available in a myriad of colors, you can't go wrong with an original J. Shatz creation. Be sure to check out his egg planters too!

2Modern

2007-05-08T14:59:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited to be on board now over at the 2Modern blog! I'm taking over for Holly at Decor8 and will be posting tri-weekly! (mon/wed/fri). Please come visit me!!

Available at 2Modern, The Montreal Duvet set by Plush Living is perfect for any modern Louis XVI bedroom. Would go great with some satin buttercup yellow throw pillows, don't you think??

Marie-Louise Gustafsson

2007-05-02T22:41:00.000-07:00

Swedish designer Marie-Louise Gustafsson really brings out the kid in me. Her designs are playful yet practical and pulled off with the utmost style.

You may know her from her Slacker (beanbag) chair that debuted earlier this year but I absolutely adore her new wool rug. It even comes with a handle!

Japanese Calculators!

2007-05-02T09:08:00.000-07:00

If you need to do any number crunching soon, why not do it in style? The Choculator by Rakuten can be purchased here if you understand Japanese and the Wooden Calculator is available at MoMA's online store here.

Now get crunching!

Sarah Cihat

2007-05-01T17:43:00.000-07:00

Sarah Cihat brings us a somewhat new line of porcelain products, "dirt." I really love her style of ornamentation. Its so classy yet unpretentious!

If the name sounds familiar, you probably know Sarah from her rehabilitated dishware awhile back. Keep on keepin' on!

Log Chair via 1stDibs

2007-05-01T17:22:00.000-07:00

Fugly

I was browsing 1stdibs for a new sofa when I came across this atrocity. Any opinions on this one? I really don't know what to think here but I figured it was worth a post. Would you put this in your living room?

Sylvia Ji

2007-04-30T18:37:00.000-07:00

Just a sneak peak of the new works Sylvia Ji will be unveiling on June 9th at the White Walls Gallery in San Francisco. She's taking on a whole new cultural dynamic here and I can't wait to see the final result!

Twentieth: Art & Design

2007-04-23T21:32:00.000-07:00

Cheeky Chair! Have a look at the myriad of goodies over at Twentieth in Los Angeles or via their online store.

I also found this great 18k gold cokespoon there! Gotta love LA!

Somerville Scott & Company

2007-04-20T22:44:00.000-07:00

Gorgeous mid-century modern armchair from Londoners Somerville Scott & Company. Any sort of combination that includes emerald green, velvet, and piping makes me go weak in the knees! Too bad I don't have 3000 pounds to spare.

George Nelson/Sparkability

2007-04-17T02:18:00.000-07:00

Although Sparkability specializes in kids and babies, I can always find something I'd gladly and confidently display in my "grown-up" apartment. This 1965 George Nelson classic is appropriately titled Omar the Owl and produced by the ever versatile Vitra.

Dan-ah Kim

2007-04-16T22:24:00.000-07:00

I found out about Pratt grad Dan-ah Kim this weekend at Thinkspace's Picks of the Harvest show (still on until April 27th in LA). She has some great line drawings and illustrations on her personal site and also for sale on etsy.

Catch her at Giant Robot Gallery in NYC this Friday for the opening reception of Printed Matter 2.

Bird Houses

2007-04-12T19:25:00.000-07:00

A few great new birdhouse designs by...

1. Industreal and 2. Studio Frederik Rioje

Catch them both in Milan next week!
via Funfurde and MocoLoco

Nicolette Brunklaus

2007-04-09T01:53:00.000-07:00

What a spectacular collection of ceiling lamps from Amsterdam's Nicolette Brunklaus! I love how she incorporates baroque/rococo style into a more contemporary fixture suitable for your Soho loft. Find them for sale at Lekker--and while you're there pick up a Rack Deer Park to boot!

Autoban

2007-04-08T17:51:00.000-07:00

Istanbul's Autoban does everything from architecture to interiors to product design with amazing style and grace. The Bergere armchair shown above pays homage to classical french design with a modern Turkish twist.

ThinkSpace Gallery

2007-04-05T14:57:00.000-07:00

Picks of the Harvest is back! Batch Four of this wonderful installment at ThinkSpace Gallery in Silverlake will include 122 artists from all around the globe and over 300 works of art. Featuring installations by Derek Weisberg, Matt Burlingame, John Michael Gill (shown left), and Sophia Pottish (shown right).

If you live in LA, this is a can't miss event taking place on Friday April 13th from 7-11pm at ThinkSpace Gallery at 4210 Santa Monica near Sunset Junction.

(p.s. bring plenty of cigarettes and beware of hipster crossing)

Mario Wagner

2007-04-02T19:37:00.000-07:00

Based out of Cologne, Mario brings us some great illustrations craftily composted that can't help but evoke ideas of politics, society, gender roles and a general sign of times gone by. See more on his portfolio site here and be sure to pick up some prints for your reading room via 4Wall

Mandy Sutcliffe

2007-03-22T15:11:00.000-07:00

Londoner, Mandy Sutcliffe, of MillyMollyMandy is an illustrator of whimsical childhood adventures that bring me back to the good ol' days. Her Etsy shop is updated frequently and priced to please. Lets decorate the nursery!

miki amano

2007-03-22T13:18:00.000-07:00

Miki Amano is a young Japanese designer of textiles, graphics, editorials and more. Since her graduation from Parsons School of Design in NYC, Miki has been a hot ticket item in the US, Japan, and throughout the world. Check her out at the Wurst Gallery in Portland, Oregon if you're in the area or see a great collection of Miki Amano here.

i heart canada

2007-03-07T14:14:00.000-08:00

Boasting artist designed hotel rooms, studios, and exhibition spaces, Toronto's Gladstone Hotel sits on the edge of modernism, comfort and style. With monthly openings and shows ranging from illustration to industrial design to photography, there's always something going on and a reason to book a room at the Gladstone.

Miss Van

2007-03-06T13:46:00.000-08:00

World renowned street artist and painter Miss Van is opening a show this weekend at the Merry Karnowsky Gallery in Los Angeles. Originally from Toulouse, France Miss Van recently moved to Barcelona, Spain, the mecca for street art.

I shot this photo last summer at the Boqueria in Barcelona.

Brent Comber

2007-03-05T23:35:00.000-08:00

Hailing from Vancouver, B.C. (one of the most beautiful cities in North America), Brent Comber uses sustainable wood and materials to create natural wonder-pieces available through his collection and for customization.

Featured above left is the Adara Communal Table for the Adara Hotel in Whistler and to the right is the Alder Table available in different shapes and sizes.

Print & Pattern

2007-03-05T13:36:00.000-08:00

Check out the latest and greatest in pattern design at my new favorite blogspot Print & Pattern.
I can't get enough. I found this image of Villa Nova wallpaper on her site this week. Keep up the good work P&P

(p.s. anyone who like david bowie must be cool anyway)

Predicta TV

2007-03-05T13:29:00.000-08:00

Telstar TV manufacturers revived the classic Predicta design. It functions just as any modern TV but with stlye and panache. E-mail them for a price quote on your fully customizable TV set.

Chet and Dot

2007-02-27T13:36:00.000-08:00

Portland, Oregon's Chet and Dot creates adorably cute plushies, bags, cards etc which can be purchased via her Etsy shop or a number of retailers throughout the Portland area. Stock up for Easter, or unplanned children.

From her Etsy profile, "The cuter the better, in my opinion." Agreed.

i hate cars

2007-02-27T13:33:00.001-08:00

Sorry about the hiatus. A weekend road trip to San Francisco turned into much more when my car broke down on the PCH 300 miles from home...

but stay tuned, lots of fun stuff to come!

(p.s. thats not me or my car but pretty damn close)

Lisa Alisa

2007-02-13T17:59:00.000-08:00

New York artist Lisa Alisa mixes Asian culture, marine biology and innocently erotic children in her tantalizing paintings. Above is "Octopus" which can be purchased via her website in various sizes.

Also, check out Lisa Alisa a t Studio:Project in Los Angeles on March 3rd for a book signing

Jill Ayers of everyspace

2007-02-12T11:33:00.000-08:00

Everyspace design from Brooklyn, NY creates furniture and household items for urban dwelling with natural integration. The "arrange" multi-functional shelf designed by Jill Ayers is made of bamboo, steel, glass, and rubber and can be found here, along with many other wonderful things.

Christine's wieners a winner!

2007-02-11T23:09:00.000-08:00

You heard me right. Christine Domanic of Jackrabbit won Etsy's Upcycle Contest with her wiener bench made of re-used, recycled and upcycled goods! Who doesn't want 369 wieners to cuddle up with and have a glass of milk on on a cool february night??

Get more of Christine and other crafters at the Bay Area Makers Faire in San Francisco this May put on by none other than the creators of Make and Craft magazines.

Munky King Chinatown

2007-02-06T11:47:00.000-08:00

This saturday night Munky King, "designer toy temple" will be celebrating its 3rd anniversary and Chinese new year with a party at their Los Angeles Chinatown location from 7-11 with artists on hand and DJ Tetris rocking the turntables. I'm interested to see who I'll run into...

Amy Bengston/Amy Ruppel

2007-01-31T23:35:00.000-08:00

Fellow northwesterners Amy Ruppel and Amy Bengston collabed on this new piece of jewelry and can be purchased via Bengston's site. I really love owls in modern design these days, nice job ladies.

and on a side note, Amy Bengston's site has a really cool background wallpaper!

Brook Nipar and Nigel Dennis

2007-01-31T15:42:00.000-08:00

A great collaboration between portrait/fashion photographer Brooke Nipar and graphic designer Nigel Evan Dennis of Electric Heat. I really love alot of his earlier work and as his site so proudly proclaims, hes got "the skills to pay the bills."

Rob Teeters

2007-01-29T22:37:00.000-08:00

inscribed in french into the coaster case: "the ingestion of poison may lead to death."

Why yes Rob, it just may. But that doesn't mean I won't be putting my cocktail down on one of these lovely coasters. Also check out Rob Teeter's Mirror Nior. It gives you a glipse of your own reflection but just enough to know who you are.

(p.s. he is also the famed inventor of the "giant sketch," a 4000 page sketchbook, but i feel like its all blogged out by now so you can check it out on your own...)

Seonna Hong

2007-01-28T01:16:00.000-08:00

Emmy award winning animator and artist Seonna Hong paints vintage-style school girls in perhaps unsettling urban environments while living and working out of Pasadena, California (whoot whoot!)

Shes currently showing at the Knoxville Museum of Art until March 11 and then on to New York's Oliver Kamm/B5E Gallery from April 27-May 26.

imm Cologne

2007-01-27T14:34:00.000-08:00

imm Cologne, one of the world's largest and greatest furniture fairs came to a close last week in Germany and, once again, they've set the standard for interior trends in the new year with renowned designers from around the globe. I wish I had a nice cold Kolsh right now to enjoy with my musings...

From top to bottom, Elmar Floetotto's latest collection of white objects piqued my interest while Neues Licht exhibited their waterproof fibre optic chandelier, Scintilla 60. And Below, two fresh new sofas from Vitra; Hella Jongerius' Polder in black and the Bouroullecs Brothers' Extra Late Sofa in red

Dennis Hayes IV/7Teen

2007-01-27T13:03:00.000-08:00

Dennis Hayes IV, mastermind behind 7teen currently resides in Detriot and creates wonderful images juxtaposing nature and industry. I first saw a painting of his at ThinkSpace's Picks of the Harvest show and have been following his work ever since.

Camera Album

2007-01-27T12:22:00.000-08:00

Analog camera photo album for your digi prints at Fredflare for 12 bucks

Julien Pacaud

2007-01-27T00:27:00.000-08:00

Parisian Julien Pacaud of Institut Drahomira does some great (and sometimes erie) photo montages. Above is titled World Construction Kit, below is Memories of Tomorrow and both can be purchased via his DeviantArt account.

Gubi

2007-01-26T23:58:00.000-08:00

Check out these great wood storage units by Danish designers Gubi. Although they specialize in office furniture, I'd love to have a few of these in my apartment.

Claire Norcross and Habitat

2007-01-26T13:24:00.000-08:00

Claire Norcross designed this adorable petaled lamp, Mairi, for European home furniture and accessory shop Habitat. Directed by designer Tom Dixon, Habitat has been an innovator in home design and style throughout Europe (and now Thailand) since the 1960s. They've also got a pretty snazzy website showcasing all of their lovelies. Click on the Retrospective button for a cool flash animation of their history.

Blaine Fontana

2007-01-23T21:47:00.000-08:00

The Lab 101 Gallery in Culver City, Ca will be holding a solo show and book signing on Feb 3rd for the debut of Blaine Fontana's art book Sedimental Promises. If you don't know who he is yet, its about time.

You can also catch up with Blaine in Denver and Philadelphia in the coming months...

Herbert Baglione

2007-01-22T23:29:00.000-08:00

Herbert Baglione of Sao Paulo first caught my eye in the October 06 issue of Juxtapoz. When asked about his beginnings he claimed "i started to draw over photos like putting horns in their head and knives in their hands, like every child does." Sure. Every child does that.

Remind me not to raise children in Sao Paulo...

Delias

2007-01-22T23:19:00.000-08:00

If you aren't (or never have been) a 14 year old girl, you probably haven't heard of Delias. Its an almost exclusively web-based clothing company for the young, hip and underage. But they do have some cute bed sets and accessories for teenage wallet prices.

Stella Im Hultberg

2007-01-19T23:31:00.000-08:00

Industrial designer turned fine artist, Stella Im Hultberg makes me go weak with her sultry, splotchy ladies. Prints even a college student can afford here.

And don't forget to see her along with Audrey Kawasaki, Amy Sol, Brande Milne, and Kukula at ThinkSpace in May!!

Kendra Binney

2007-01-15T22:28:00.000-08:00

Kendra Binney, an Arizona backwoods native and current Portlander, creates adorable paintings toying with emotional states and creepy crawlys. Birchwood mounted prints including hardware can be found at her Etsy shop. This one, Parade of Unwanted Things 2" runs for a cool 19 bucks.

Moooi

2007-01-15T18:00:00.000-08:00

Dutch furniture design super group Moooi has been producing uniquely stylish pieces since 2001 and with art director Marcel Wanders reaching iconic status, I foresee no end in sight. Their website design and photography alone is reason enough to visit. Above is Piet Hein Eek's "beautifully-rich baroque dresser" of steel, vinyl and moooi-goodness.

Below is Marcel Wanders own design, Oblique -- a magazine shelf for storage and display of all your latest publications. If you're a magazine junkie like me, this is a must have.

Stephane Tartelin

2007-01-14T09:20:00.000-08:00

French graphiste Stephane Tartelin has an impresive resume and dynamic portfolio. Be sure to check out the "bonus" section for some great pinhole shots of Tokyo.

Tu veux du suchi?

Hammerpress

2007-01-13T13:24:00.000-08:00

Kansas City (MO, that is) based letterpress company, Hammerpress, offers some wonderfully hand crafted concert posters, art prints, stationary and even custom wedding invitations. And on top of that, they're affordable! Thanks Hammerpress

Tonight!

2007-01-12T16:08:00.000-08:00

Lola has her first solo show, The Rememberlings, tonight at Thinkspace gallery in Silverlake. I'll be there...will you?

Additionally, Lola's first ever limited edition print is available for sale! Check it out on her site.

Nazario Graziano

2007-01-12T00:48:00.000-08:00

There's nothing I love better than a nice italian wine and authentic carbonara. Except for maybe Italian graphic designer Nazario Graziano.

I think I'm in love...

Helene Ige

2007-01-11T23:23:00.000-08:00

I've always enjoyed shopping at Brooklyn-based Elsewares for great indie art and design products and completely fell in love with this Wise Ol' Owl Mobile. Created by LA designer Helene Ige. Do I really have to hang it above a crib or can I just put it in my kitchen?

Little Flower Designs

2007-01-11T23:02:00.000-08:00

I came across this adorable handmade tea set by Pennsylvania crafter, Linda Johnson who both designs and runs her own independent business, Little Flower Designs.

via Indie Finds

Ashley Goldberg

2007-01-10T22:07:00.000-08:00

St. Louis based Illustrator Ashley Goldberg first caught my eye while cruising Etsy (a fabulous collection of crafts and crafters!). I never knew her as anyone else but AshleyG until I saw her debut in Dwell Magazine this month. Her work vaguely reminds me of Jen Corace but both are wonderful in their own ways. This post has been overwhelmed with goodness so please check out all of the links. Above is Ashley's "Tree Swing" Illustration and one of my personal faves.

Audrey Kawasaki

2007-01-10T20:18:00.000-08:00

I've been a follower for a while and have always thought she needed a better website. Alas, its here. Audrey's website has been completely outfitted with a HUGE collection of her tantalizing paintings and even an online shop. You can snag this one, Mia & Mai, for a fairly priced 120 bucks.

And for my fellow Angelenos, we can catch up with her once again at ThinkSpace Gallery this coming May in their All-Girl Group Show.

Welcome

2007-01-10T19:08:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year, and Happy New Blog!

My last one failed due to laziness and a forgotten password. But its a new year now with new prospects. And speaking of all this newness, I'll start the blog off right by announcing the new and improved website of one of my all time favorites--Audrey Kawasaki (read on, read up)

Thanks friends
Alexandra