As the pound drops to a 31 year low against the US Dollar, British furniture exports take off… but what about the flip side…?
Category: interior design
Furnishing the future
A little over 11 years ago I was involved in bringing Vitra Design Museum’s world renowned 100 Years 100 Chairs exhibition to Manchester – with a fantastic team and supported by an enthusiastic Architecture Community. It […]
Perfection V Ambition (finale)
Perfection V Ambition (finale) is the conclusion of my mini-series. Matt Welsh of naughtone gives me a glimpse behind the scenes and talks me through the big deal…
Keeping your cool: Perfection v Ambition. (part one)
What is design utopia? A niche studio that stays true to its roots – or growth and financial success? Is it possible to have both? I speak to Roger Stephenson (Architect) O.B.E. and craft British furniture brand Another Country.
Swiss re-Made
Two brothers returned to their childhood to make unique, soulful furniture out of other peoples’ rubbish. And it’s pretty amazing…
Carpe diem: Seas today
Our seas and oceans are being filled with our waste. But that’s ok right? As long as we can’t see it.
Stupid furniture…
Other industries are moving apace, integrating technology and making equipment smart. So why is furniture still so stupid?
Alamak! Asian Design Invasion
European furniture fairs used to be dismissive of Asian furniture companies. The landscape however, is changing fast…
Salone 16: Sneaki Peeki
Already a thousand Milan previews have invaded your Twitter and Facebook timelines. A few have even found their way into your inbox. So I’ll be brief. Here’s some cool stuff that has caught my eye as we head […]
Zaha Hadid: Interior Motives
Zaha Hadid didn’t just design buildings, she designed furniture, fashion and objects. Following her untimely passing, I take a look at her unique style.
