During the Dutch Design Week 2007 in Eindhoven Anna ter Haar, graduate of the Design Academy, showed her graduation project ‘Buitenbeentje‘. Buitenbeentje, which is Dutch for odd man out, is a research on the qualities of poly-urethane resin. Anna is fascinated by everything that differs the normal: the odd man out, the freaks. Anna: ‘Certain […]

These beautiful lights are designed by Dutchmen Edward van Vliet for Italian brand Moroso. They were presented at the Milan Furniture Show 2008.

The large and small geospere Rontonton lamps derive from a lighting family recognized by three dimensional geometric bodies made out of plastic and allumium perforated sandwich sheet. The radiation through the perforated […]

Taschen has just released a gorgeous new book called New Seaside Interiors. This beautiful book shows extraordinary coastal living from Iceland to Chile.

Highlights include a Martha’s Vineyard mansion, a Knokke apartment designed by minimal architect Vincent van Duysen, the Kjærholm house in Denmark, the domicile of Fiona Swarovski in Capri, the Lautner-designed Marbrisa residence in […]

Ndebele is a children’s playhouse designed by Vittorio Locatelli for Driade Kosmo. The design is inspired by gorgeous African colors and patterns. Available from Made in Design for £158.76.
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More home inspiration! That wooden stair case is gorgeous don’t you think?

I love looking in other people’s houses. These kind of articles are my favorites in magazines and on the internet. Every time I see an inspirational image I tear (or print) it out to be filed in my ‘inspiration books’.

I love that outdoor area!
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I love products made from recycled materials! It is not only better for the environment but products made from recylced materials also have a more unique quality compared to mass produced ’standard’ items.

I am happy to have these baskets made from old tires in Le Souk. The baskets are great for storing kitchen utensils, bathroom […]

Olli & Lime has added some great new designs to their collection of eco furnishings for kids. This stylish company from the UK is an ethical, eco-conscious designer of contemporary children’s bedroom furnishings. Their philosophy: ‘Our ethos is about great design, high-quality manufacturing, and eco-friendly materials. We take an ethical position on the environment and […]

Not only the weather temperature is rising here in The Netherlands but my body temperature is rising (to a boiling point) as well. Why can’t companies do their job anymore? FedEx managed to loose a package that I sent to the UK some days ago. They can’t provide a tracking number (how the hell can […]

More silver! These absolutely beautiful items are from Japanese shop Jurgen Lehl.

Christin Johansson is a Swedish artist living in Copenhagen. As a trained nurse and ceramicist, Christin challenges the traditionalism of the ceramic trade through her clinical, almost sterile sculptural objects and wares that draw inspiration from hospital and industrial environments.

Christin: ‘My tableware reflects my fascination for plastic packaging. Shapes and forms we see every day […]

It is time to show you another gorgeous house! There are many things that I love about this interior. The first thing that I see are the beautiful old features of the house. This combined with modern furniture gives a special atmosphere.

I also love the natural elements (wooden chairs, fire wood etc). They really do […]

These cute buttons with a lace print are designed by Laura Walker. This UK based designer studied Textile crafts at Huddersfield University and set up her studio in Sheffield. During her study she has specialised in embroidery and has expanded on her interest in embroidery by designing and making ceramic buttons. Laura: ‘I make one […]

During Salone Internazionale del Mobile in Milan Japanese designer Tokujin Yoshioka has launched Bouquet, a new chair that he designed for Italian label Moroso. It is obvious where the name Bouquet comes from!

The designer: ‘The new chair Bouquet uplifts the sitter as well as a flower bouquet does it to the receiver. The vibrant colors […]

Check out the new Kitchen collection by McGuire! The natural wood and wicker furniture pieces are gorgeous (and so are the images!). The collection is made up of 21 new pieces and includes 3 tables and 11 chairs and 7 counter stools.

The designs are inspired by a variety of recognizable styles: Danish Modern, traditional Japanese […]

Here are some photos that I took in Istanbul. The images above and below were shot in Balat. This area used to be the first Jewish neighborhood of Istanbul established long before the Jews expelled from Spain were allowed by the Ottomans to settle in this area of the city. Balat has been lately abandoned […]