At the 2010 NeoCon show in Chicago, the American furniture manufacturer Leland International introduced the Pluto Bench by British designer Simon Pengelly.
Scaled for one, or a cozy seat for two people, the Pluto Bench is designed to define personal space in public seat environments. The sculptural elliptical form is pleasing to view from any angle and when grouped together, creates intriguing arrangements.
Schola Architecture have designed the Temple Hills Residence in Laguna Beach, California.
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At the 2010 NeoCon show in Chicago, VS America introduced their HOKKI stool.
HOKKI is a lightweight stackable ergonomic stool with a concave base that allows for movement in all directions. This does not only relax your spine but enables your hips to carry out their natural movement needs. Movement while sitting boosts the blood flow in the body and therefore oxygen supply in the brain. As a result, this activity increases well-being and encourages the physical and intellectual maturing process.
Brooklyn, New York-based Nonlinear Studio have designed the Slightly Awkward Desk Lamp.
The defining beauty in people is often the characteristic that doesn’t fit the standard mold. The Slightly Awkward Desk Lamp, is simple and minimal but has a posture that is a bit peculiar. The awkward stance of the lamp with its truncated fourth leg gives it life and personality, while allowing it to balance as both an ambient table lamp and a directional task lamp. The lamp can be adjusted simply by tipping it back.
BAK Architects have designed another concrete house in the forest of Mar Azul in Argentina.
Lutsko Associates have designed the landscaping for a residence in San Francisco, California.
Statement from the designers:
An urban residential garden in San Francisco, conceived as outdoor architecture for everyday living, maximizes the impact and experience of a small space. Given its small scale, the garden was conceived as architecture without roofs: a space to both appreciate from the upper levels of the house, as well as an intimate set of restful courtyards to be enjoyed from within. The design pays careful attention to the sensory experience of materials and planting, which contribute to the richness and beauty of the garden.
California-based designer and developer Steve Hermann has sent us photos of a new home in Montecito that he has completed, and is now for sale.
Spanish architectural firm A-cero have sent us a new house project they have completed.
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Parque Humano Architects have designed a club house on a golf course in Morelia, Mexico.
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American designer April Hannah has introduced a new line of children’s furniture. The Tree Table Collection features playful lines accented by a bold use of color.
All the pieces in the Tree Table Collection are made from FSC certified, formaldehyde-free plywood that uses a soy-based glue; and water-based, non-toxic finishes.
Taiwanese designer Rock Wang and craftsman Pei-ze Chen have created the Brick Plan collection for the new Taiwanese design brand Yii.
Yii is focused on the revival of the increasingly extinct Taiwanese craft in contemporary design.
The collection includes a vase, bowl, and tray that were made out of an existing column of brick, using a combination of industrial techniques and hand craftsmanship.
Dutch architectural firm VMX Architects have designed the SODAE-House in Amstelveen.
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Dutch designer Bram Geenen has a follow-up piece to the Gaudi Stool that he introduced in 2009, the Gaudi Chair is made by the same principles, but includes a small backrest.
You can watch a short video about the Gaudi Stool – here.
