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Cesare Colombo (1930 – 1971), known as Joe Colombo, was an Italian industrial designer. Colombo’s Tube Chair (1969–70) is an iconic piece of modular furniture that embodies his futuristic and flexible design philosophy. Manufactured by Flexform, the chair consists of four cylindrical cushions of varying diameters, which can be rearranged to create different seating configurations.
Continue reading Eye On Design: Joe Colombo’s Tube Chair of Nesting and Combinable Elements
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Softwall by Molo Design is a sculptural, modular space divider that transforms environments with fluidity and elegance. Constructed from durable, lightweight paper or textile materials, the Softwall expands and contracts like an accordion, offering a dynamic and flexible approach to interior partitioning. I’ve been wanting to cover this design here for ages and now is the perfect time, as I spotted this in Pink at ICFF in 2024! When rendered in a delicate pale pink color, this innovative piece takes on an entirely new dimension — one that is both ethereal and sophisticated.
Continue reading Pink Thing of The Day: Molo Design’s Softwall in Pale Pink
Selecting the right furniture for educational environments is crucial to promoting student success and well-being. Comfortable and durable furniture enhances focus and engagement, creating an optimal learning atmosphere. It is essential to consider various factors such as ergonomics, materials, and design to ensure that the furniture meets the diverse needs of students and teachers. This guide will provide you with seven easy tips to help you choose school furniture that combines comfort, longevity, and functionality.
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The A to Z Living Unit (1993) designed by Andrea Zittel (B. 1965) is fabricated from Steel and Wood, and is shown here with the following accessories:
Two mirrors, four hangers, sweater, towel, soap container, calendar, filing cabinet, pencils, two notepads, folding seat, folding bed, four glass jars, two ceramic cups, two glasses, two ceramic bowls, digital clock, electric lightning system, hot plate, pot, and toaster oven. Continue reading Eye On Design: A to Z 1993 Living Unit By Andrea Zittel
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This attractive, illuminated Moose Head was photographed by me in the booth for Norway-based Modular Furniture Design firm Ope, at the Javits Center in NYC, during the ICFF show, in May, 2016. No Moose was killed to make this awesome lamp.
