A big thank you to Tobias at Sensufaktur for bringing this stunning space age desk to my attention.
In 1970 Ernest Igl designed a desk. Its revolutionary form and unique manufacturing process made it an immediate icon, redefining design standards.
Free from the conventions of fashion and technology, and unconstrained by the need of compatibility, the igl jet got his very own expression.
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Tagged 1970s, ernest igl, retro desks, space age
Firstly, sorry to all you regular readers of TFCR out there for my lack of posts last month.
I have recently started a new job working for a stunning contemporary furniture showroom called CHAPLINS in Hatch End, Middlesex. The showroom even has its very own Design Museum so for the first time in my life I actually look forward to getting up in the morning!
CHAPLINS pieces are regularly featured in interior design magazines such as Elle Decoration and Living Etc so I am sure many of you will be familiar with both their name and the brands they stock such as Vitra, Knoll and Kartell.
Anyway, once things have calmed down I hope to get back up to speed so please keep checking back! J x
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Tagged chaplins, contemporary furniture, design museum, elle decoration, kartell, knoll, living etc, retro furniture, vitra
As part of their 50th anniversary celebrations, Vitsœ will release the last 50 original side tables designed by Dieter Rams on their birthday – 4 September 2009.
First commissioned in 1962, the 621 Side Table was last produced in the 1980s and will be sold in its original packaging, so grab yourself a little piece of design history!
For further information and details of how to get your hands on this rare table go to the Vitsœ website.
Via Retro to Go
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Tagged 1960s, Dieter Rams, furniture, interior design, mid century modern, retro, Vitsœ
The talented people at ilovedust, a design boutique based in a picturesque fishing village called Emsworth on the South Coast of England have looked to compliment the design classic that is the DCW chair by Charles and Ray Eames by using the relationship between the designers as their main source of inspiration.
Read more about the design process via Highsnobiety
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Tagged 1940s, 1950s, charles and ray eames, eames, furniture, mid century modern, retro
To celebrate the release of the 2nd series of Mad Men on DVD and Blu Ray, GQ together with Art Deco Design Shop are giving away not only a copy of the DVD but also the ideal retro furniture on which to watch it from – worth over £1,200.
These include the Eames chair and Ottoman (currently topping my favourite lounge chair poll) and a classic Arco “arc” lamp to complete the set.
Competition ends 29th July 2009
See GQ for further details.
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Tagged arco, don draper, eames, mad men, mid century modern, vintage
Art meets furniture design in the form of Cappellini Homage to Mondrian Cabinets.
The talent of two great individuals of the last century fuses together to create a modern design, both abstract and concrete at the same time.
Cappellini revisits the magical work of Shiro Kuramata in a new cabinet series inspired by the Dutch abstract painter, Piet Mondrian. Available in two versions, the cabinets are created from lacquered wood and mounted on wheels; inside, they hold spaces and drawers for gathering and safekeeping dreams and memories.
Available at Chaplins
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Tagged art, Cappellini, furniture, interior design, Mondrian, Shiro Kuramata, storage
Loving the less-is-more feel of this portable fan by Air Design Group. The Dieter fan was named after Dieter Rams who was a German industrial designer most famously known for his work on consumer products such as coffee makers, calculators, radios and audio/visual equipment for the company Braun.
The beautiful audio player below shows why Dieter Rams designs still influence the likes of Jonathan Ive (Apple Inc) when it comes to simple, sleek consumer design.
Stefi Orazi Le Corbusier inspired Notecards
Designed and produced to coincide with the major exhibition at the Barbican Art Gallery, London, this Spring, these greeting cards feature 6 illustrated buildings by Le Corbusier.
Available from TwentyTwentyOne
Boby Plastic Trolley by Joe Colombo
Originally designed in 1970 as an accessory for drawing tables, Joe Colombo’s Boby trolley is instantly recognisable.
Available from Aram
Re-trouvé Metal Chair by Patricia Urquiola
Available from Chaplins
Tubular Steel Chair and Table by Living Divani
Designed by Shiro Kuramata, his furniture combines the elegance of oriental traditions with the minimalist forms commonly seen in the pieces during the mid century modern period.
Available from Chaplins
Retro 1960′s Sideboard with coloured door panels
Not exactly the same as the one featured in this month Elle Decor but the closest I could find!
There is a wide selection of colour fronted sideboards available from Modern Retro
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Tagged 1970s, design, elle decoration, interior design, le corbusier, mid century modern, minimalist, oriental, retro, sideboard
By popular demand, Vers have created this beautiful hand crafted compact AM/FM sound system for your iPod. The 1.5R is a true ‘all in one solution’: great as a bedside alarm, even better in the kitchen or office.
Finished by hand, each Vers system takes over a week to build and each one is unique. Lets just hope it sounds as good as it looks!
More information available from Vers
Lighting Icon Wallpaper by Harlequin
As featured previously on Twenty First Century Retro this Louis Pulsen inspired wallpaper from Harlequin will add a touch of Mid Century charm to any room.
Aram – Sale of the Mid Century!
Arum Store is offering 20 per cent off its Fritz Hansen range until the end of August. Just visit www.livingetc.com/offers for further details.
Saddle Stool by N16 Design
This Saddle stool from N16 design is a lovely mix of man made plastic and natural fine timber, my favourite combination when it comes to furniture design.
Available from www.n16design.com
Muji and Thonet go Back to the Future
Muji and Thonet have combined to produce this stylised collection of bent wood and tubular steel tables and chairs.
Thonet, the oldest furniture brand in the world and the German manufacturer of high-quality furnishings, is producing a simplified form of bentwood and tubular steel furniture for the Japanese retail chain Muji. The products are manufactured completely at Thonet’s headquarters in Frankenberg, Germany to the company’s customary high quality standards.
Available from Muji from the 1st August.
Opal Occasional Table by Frank Design
If you are looking for a retro inspired coffee table then this Mid Century Modern Update by Frank Design is available in a choice of three different colours and sizes.
See Heals for further deatils.
Metropolitan Chair by B&B Italia
A leather version of this lovely B&B Italia lounge chair is featured in the Modern Homes section of the magazine, paired with a Tom Dixon Jack light it adds a sleek, minimal feel to the featured UK couples stunning Sydney based home.
Available from Utility Design
Pumpkin Side Table by Autoban for De La Espada
I have had my eye on this Pumpkin side table by Autoban for De La Espada for a while now! My favourite version is the one in gold which is featured in the magazine alongside an Eames Lounge Chair, a match made in heaven!
Further details available at http://www.autoban-delaespada.com/
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Tagged eames, furniture, interior design, living etc, mid century modern, retro
