There is a new generation of office desks that are light and modern, free of clutter and that heavy look the old office furniture once possessed. Today's commercial and home office environment uses smaller computers and laptops to store what a stack of filing cabinets and a large executive desk ones did. The "Vitra Desk" is nice and simple comprised of three thick slabs of glass joined by a single chrome rod that create a series of geometric shapes. A thick glass top offers ample workspace that seemingly floats over two locking cantilevered cherrywood drawers which are are shaped to reflect the angles of the base. Made in Italy and available from italiandesign.com Top L68" D28.5" H29" Drawer L15.5" D21.5" H6" $4100
Cor Furniture recently announced that the Sinus Armchair designed by Reinhold Adolf and Hans-Jürgen Schröpfer is being added back to their collection. The Sinus Armchair was originally released in 1976 and you can see from its sleek design that is was way ahead of its time. I expect that Sinus will be warmly received by designers. The leather bands come in brown and black leather and make quite a statement in any room of the house. The small frame completes the piece creating a minimal effect on the overall size of the armchair. More information: here.
Home gadgets go "hi-tech" and the Germ Eliminating Knife Block helps aid in sanitary kitchen conditions. This stylish digital knife block blasts 20 second burst of UV light in order to kill any residual germs that may be lingering. The Germ Block has slots which will sanitize knives up to 8 3/4″ long killing pathogens like salmonella, listeria, and staphylococcus, thereby putting an end to cross contamination and reducing chances of illness. Other features include UV treatment that dries knives in the block, and a time shifter that allows sterilization instantly or every three hours. 9 1/2" x 10 1/4" W x 6" D. (2 lbs.) $89.95 From Hammacher Schlemmer
We get many requests from readers that live in small spaces such as lofts, apartments, or flats about product ideas that make the smaller design more "livable". Probably the most helpful pieces always serve multiple purposes. Here is such an example. This sofa bed is not only a bed and sofa, but also can be swiveled into assorted living area seating. Called the "Volage Swivelling Sofabed", this piece comes from Espacio and is available in 20 different upholstery colors. Measurements: 95cm x 200cm x 72cm. Price: £3.090. Product: here.
Think Bold. Create Artistically. Live Passionately. These beliefs are the driving force behind the H. Studio collection of striking modern furniture, lighting, and decorative home accessories. H. Studio was founded in 1991 by master artist Shlomi Haziza in Los Angeles, and currently employs almost 100 artisans that oversee the initial vision to the final touches. They have become a world leader specializing in unique looks separate from pre-existing industry standards using patented and copyrighted original artwork, exceptional handmade finishes, and the most world-renowned raw materials available. Over the years, "we have brought color, art, function, movement, and style to many people in countries around the world". Here is a sampling of their modern sofas, sectionals, bedroom furniture, and acrylic lamps and coffee tables. See the rest of the dazzling H. Studio collection that feature many more designs and accents in acrylic, one of my favorites.
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