March 2012

For a fashion fanatic, attention to detail is crucial right down to the size, shape and color of the buttons. I’ve become a button collector myself, finding different uses for them ranging from necklaces to earrings. In end, I painstakingly must admit that artist Augusto Esquivel has out designed me hands down with his extraordinary Continue Reading

Designer Philip Hansen of Typewriter Boneyard has decided that there are many creative things you can do with a book long after its story has been read. Once the story is finished, with the book destined to be put on your shelf for display, why not transform it in something cool and unexpected? Spending hours in Continue Reading

UK design company Kirv is on an ergonomic mission. The company designs furniture to fit the movement and comfort of the human body, and the Kirv Nest seating does not disappoint. This stainless steel chair is perfect for sipping lemonade in a garden or by a pool. The glamorous design of the enclosed nest and Continue Reading

What if the falling sand in an hour-glass were to stop falling? Would time stop? Japanese designer Shinobu Koizumi has succeeded in making time stand still; or at least his latest design has. Koizumi’s hour-glass shaped side/coffee table called Moment helps us picture a second in time. Constructed completely of sand, this piece of furniture Continue Reading

Try bringing out these little guys at wine night. A collaborative design between Monkey Business and Reddish Studio these quirky fun little characters can be made up and assembled using an array of animal parts to make a fun addition to your party. Each kit contains all the parts needed to create whichever strange ensemble you Continue Reading

Australian born artist Gavin Brown sees the bright side of sinister situations, literally. Brown’s vibrant paintings are captivating  despite all of the madness that lies within the illustrations. While the people in the paintings seem disturbed, being surrounded by birds, flowers and bright brush strokes, makes everything seem to balance out. “You cannot blame the Continue Reading

It’s almost time for Easter and who wouldn’t love to receive an oversized basket? Well, this time around I have my eye on a basket of a different sort. Designed by Ola Gillgreen, this “Big Basket” chair, woven in seemingly the same manner as that of a traditional wicker basket, immediately catches your eye through Continue Reading

Check out these revolutionary black and white photos that have been brought to life with color!  Self-taught colorizer Sanna Dullaway has colorized an abundance of photographs using a Wacom Bamboo Tablet and Photoshop. The newly added color gives the viewer a whole new perspective on the events or people featured, making the picture not just Continue Reading

Louis Vuitton and Marc Jacobs have teamed up for the first time in fifteen years to create a cool eye-catching collection that was featured March 9 at Les Arts Decoratifs in Paris. By incorporating the beauty of vintage design with modern construction, the two have pushed the boundaries fashion. With an array of pieces made up Continue Reading

If you’re like me and have the worst time getting out of bed in the morning because the warm covers just won’t let you go, I think I’ve found a solution. Meet Clocky. And Tocky. These mini alarm clocks pack a huge punch because they will run, jump, and roll away from you when you Continue Reading