Sixties photographer Philip Townsend’s cool and collectable black and white framed images of Beatle John Lennon, Rolling Stones Keith Richards and Mick Jagger are just few of the highlights from his collection available from That Canvas:
http://www.thatcanvas.co.uk/philip-townsend-archive-16-c.asp
Posted in Retro Retail
Tagged 1960s, art, beatles, interior design, john lennon, keith richards, mick jagger, photography, rolling stones, twiggy
During the space craze of the 1950s, a vogue for rockets, comets and spaceships took hold, which clearly continues in the present day.
Image and words taken from Mid Century Modern by Bradley Quinn
Available from Amazon:
Posted in Inspirational Interiors
Tagged 1950s, children, interior design, mid century modern, retro, rockets, space, space age, spaceships
PH 5 provides glare-free lighting. The design of the visible reflectors directs light both vertically and horizontally. The inside cone is painted red, and together with the small blue reflector, it creates a warm tone of light.
Available from Nest:
Posted in Inspirational Interiors, Mid Century Icons
Tagged dining, home, interior design, lighting, louis poulsen, mid century modern, retro
Habitat continue to produce contemporary timeless furniture with many future classics in their current collection… here are a few to look out for.
1. ROCKER
Beautifully proportioned rocking chair with solid oak frame. Natural frame comes with white and berry pink wool or brown leather .
2. SEMANA
Designed by David Weeks. Modern.
3. PARKER
Solid oak refectory-style dining furniture. Subtle design features reflect the authentic craftsmanship. Available in natural and dark stained finishes.
4. MASAI
Designed by Todd Bracher. High gloss lacquered 3 tier shelving and audio visual unit. Made from particleboard. 3 tier shelving unit includes storage space with two flap down doors. Available in black or red.
5. APERTURE
Designed by Claire Norcross for Habitat. Origami pendant shade handmade from 100 percent matt paper. Each box can be opened or closed. Close for a shadow effect – or open to reveal a star-shaped reflection on walls. For even more visual impact.
6. STELLA
Designed by Nathalie Dewez for Habitat. Powder coated steel square dining and occasional table with tempered glass top. The sculptural hexagonal-shaped wire base is made from black welded powder coated steel and comes with a square
For more information and prices see Habitat’s website:
Posted in Future Classics
Tagged chair, furniture, habitat, iconic, interior design, table
