Monday’s History Lesson: Race Antelope Chair
Wednesday’s Design Meets Fashion: Black Modernism
Friday’s Destination: nanimarquina- Barcelona, Spain
nanimarquina has been designing contemporary rugs and textile accessories since 1987. They are headquartered in Barcelona, and manufacture in India, Morocco, Pakistan and Spain. Their mission remains clear to this day: to design beautiful rugs using traditional production methods. The company pays particular attention to research on raw materials and production processes, and these elements play a large role in their product development. They are also committed to sustainability and the development of fair trade. I love the attention to detail and emphasis on shape, color and texture. Enjoy!
(Images via nanimarquina)
Like most New Yorkers, when I lived in New York I became accustomed to wearing all black. Sleek, timeless and easy, it took over my wardrobe. I never let it infiltrate my home, always imagining that an entirely black room would look too Gothic and dreary, but after seeing this indoor/outdoor kitchen and dining space, my mind has been changed. When done in a modern style, black interiors are incredibly cool and anything but dismal.
(Images via Garden & Home & Rue Magazine.)
Ernest Race (1913-1964) was an English textile and furniture designer. He is best known for his BA3 aluminum chair (1945), and the Antelope Chair. The Antelope was designed for the Festival of Britain in 1951, where it was used at cafes and restaurants along the South Bank. The design features an enameled bent steel rod frame and a molded plywood seat. The legs are finished with ball feet, alluding to molecular chemistry and nuclear physics, reflecting post-war public interest in these areas of science. The Antelope Chair also won a silver medal at the 10th Milan Trienale in 1954.
(Images via remodelista, V&A, modern room, etsy)
Monday’s History Lesson: Arco Floor Lamp
Wednesday’s Design Meets Fashion: Dog Prints
Friday’s Destination: San Francisco, CA
The San Francisco bay area is a fantastic place to find bargains on great pieces of furniture, and visiting places like the Alameda Flea Market and the Alemany Flea Market are fun ways to spend a weekend if you’re shopping. If your time is limited to surfing the web, San Francisco is the kind of place where you can usually find great items for sale on craigslist. Check out some of these gems listed on craigslist this week:
Cappellini S-Chair by Tom Dixon, $650
BoConcept Carmo sofa in Ice Goya, $2600
Drexel 1960s 33” High Dresser, $395
(Images via craigslist)
When I first saw this wallpaper by Lisa Bengtsson Tillsammans at the modern Scandinavian store Huset in Venice, I thought, “Could the dog really be the next horse?” Whereas horse prints stem from a more elitist equestrienne love, a passion for dogs is much more mainstream, down to earth and–at times–comes with a dose of humor that is oftentimes needed in the world of décor and fashion.
And much like the horse printed blouses and dresses that were so popular just a few months ago, dog prints are certain to take over the style world, at least until a new animal rears its head.
(Images via Huset & Queen’s Wardrobe.)
The iconic Arco Floor Lamp was designed in Milan in 1962 by brothers Achille and Pier Giacomo Castiglioni. The design was inspired by a streetlight, providing overhead lighting without ceiling suspension. It is characterized by its sweeping arch shape covering 8’, polished stainless steel shade, and substantial Carrera marble base. The base features a hole to accommodate a broom handle for easy moving. The Arco is a popular choice in modern rooms, but is versatile in any space. With the large reach, it can be positioned anywhere overhead light is needed- over a dining table, in the living room to anchor a seating area, or even in the nursery.
(Images via Côté Maison, DWR, Gracious Home, domino via desiretoinspire, pinterest)
Monday’s History Lesson: Espana Bunching Chest
Wednesday’s Design Meets Fashion: Mixing Tiny Floral Prints
Friday’s Destination: Palacepapers, Cape Cod, MA