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Stefan Sagmeister at Vienna Design Week

Stefan Sagmeister at Vienna Design Week

Top portrait is by John Madere. Above: Worrying solves Nothing, made of coat hangers in Linz. Photograph is by Otto Saxinger

Sagmeister also introduces his ongoing project Things I have Learned in My Life So Far, in which notes from his own diary are emblazoned across billboards and magazine pa [Read More…]

The Design Palais is rocking IENNA DESIGN WEEK

The Design Palais is rocking IENNA DESIGN WEEK

The Design Palais is rocking

On the evening of September 30th the fourth VIENNA DESIGN WEEK has started off in the wonderfully lit Palais Liechtenstein with a grand opening Event, and was, hosted by H.O.M.E., an energetic kick-off for yet another 10 days in Vienna packed with design in all its [Read More…]

At Milan Design Week 2010 : "W101" Task Light

At Milan Design Week 2010 : "W101" Task Light

If Muku was about paying homage to traditional craftsmanship, the "W101" is all about the future! A concept by Swedish lighting company Wästberg, the "W101" task light employes cutting-edge technology in conjunction with a green philosophy and the end result is quite innovative. [Read More…]

At Milan Design Week 2010 : MAGIS Murano Vanity Chair and Table

At Milan Design Week 2010 : MAGIS Murano Vanity Chair and Table

What better place than Milan to showcase your tribute to traditional Italian craftsmanship?Product designer and architect Stefano Giovanno does just this by unveiling his new collection for Magis. The Murano Vanity Chair and Table add a contemporary rhythm to the ancient art of glassmaking whose roo [Read More…]

At Milan Design Week 2010 : Flos Smithfield Lamp By Jasper Morrison

At Milan Design Week 2010 : Flos Smithfield Lamp By Jasper Morrison

Brits will be familiar with the iconic Smithfield market which is famous for raw meat! So it comes as a bit of surprise that something as drab as a wholesale market can act as a source of inspiration. But then again, God and designers work in mysterious ways! Jokes apart, we simply love the Smithfie [Read More…]

At Milan Design Week 2010 : Philippe Starck Unveils "Magic Hole" Chair Collection

At Milan Design Week 2010 : Philippe Starck Unveils "Magic Hole" Chair Collection

The inimitable Philippe Starck is showing off his design prowess at the Milan Design Week. The critically acclaimed French designer unveiled his "Magic Hole" collection which consists of an armchair, a two seater sofa and a smaller table-front armchair. The chairs are meant to be kept outd [Read More…]