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ake our advice,step into the lobby of the Corinthia London and look up. Above you will be the Full Moon,

a crystal chandelier designed by talented Parisian Chafi k Gasmi and produced by Baccarat. At home in its custom-fi tted domed glass atrium, 1,001 crystal baubles make the 4.15 metre-wide chandelier the largest of its kind ever created. Look carefully and you’ll spot Baccarat’s signature red crystal lying at the heart of the two-tonne piece.The creation was a collaborative eff ort, with Gasmi working closely with interior designers GA Design International. Baccarat partnered with MTS, a prototype company, to work on the structure and commissioned Le Deun Luminaires.

FULL MOONCRYSTALCHANDELIERChafi k Gasmi2010

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n what may be furnishing’s answer to the Venus fl y trap, the Bloom armchair is a fantastical creation by Philippines-based designer Kenneth Cobonpue.The botanically inspired chair is handmade of microfi bre, stitched over a resin top, mounted on a steel base. It comes in a variety of colours including moss green, lime green, yellow, muted red and black. Invisible supports form shapes reminiscent of soft and graceful musical tones. The playfulness and realism of its form is a testament to Cobonpue’s talent.

hat's the connection between the Romans, Antoni Gaudi and SICIS? Answer: a love of mosaics. SICIS’s collaboration with Christian Lacroix on a

new premier furniture collection utilises intricate Italian mosaics. Theodora is the icon and symbol of Ravenna where she reigns in the basilica, laid out in

mosaic splendour. Lacroix said with this furniture, the mosaic work is kept to a minimum otherwise it would look heavy handed.

BLOOM EASYARMCHAIRKenneth Cobonpue2009

SICIS THEODORAMOSAICChristian Lacroix2011

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f you’ve ever considered yourself a bit of a spinner then the new chair from Marzorati Ronchetti, which debuted at the 2011

Milan Furniture Fair, may be just the thing to test the theory.The chair, designed by Thomas Heatherwick, looks just like a spinning top. Each chair is handmade and horizontal grooves create an impression of spinning. The peripheral edge and foot of the chair feature a leather trim to prevent damage to the fl oor, should the sitter fancy a bit of a twirl.

SPUN (CORIOLIS)Thomas Heatherwick2011

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he thought of sitting on skin is not an attractive one but the leather chair of the same name is surprisingly comfortable and light. The seating acts as a suspended sculpture with decorative leather elements making it structural. The product is the result of a collaboration between architect Jean Nouvel and Molteni & C. The SKiN cover comes in leather or double-face felt, featuring geometric incisions which cannot be removed. This lounge seating has an elegant profi le and is available as a sofa or chair.

SKINLEATHER CHAIRJean Nouvel2010

YSENBERGTABLEWAREYsenberg2011

asily one of the most luxurious pieces that may ever line a wall or your table, Ysenberg tiles and tableware are for those with a deep wallet and an eye for gold.These objects have a 22-karat gold foil inlay, which lends opulence to an otherwise everyday product. Each unique tile is crafted in small factories in Austria, using traditional glass blowing techniques. The process is a complicated one, with layers of glass and 22-karat gold having to be melted into place, without disrupting the design.

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eng shui with rock’s rhythm, this radiator can warm you and your interiors up in no time.Radiators defi nitely don’t have to be plain or ugly looking grills tucked away in a corner of your room. They can be modern, stylish and eye-catching as well. Karim Rashid designed the Rock and Roll radiator which brings a sense of contemporary design to an otherwise overlooked piece of interiors. The Rock and Roll radiator is made of Domovari, a combination of pure minerals and clear resins. Small, oval-shaped tiles have been placed on top of each other to form a stack.

ROCK AND ROLLRADIATORKarim Rashid2010

WILMA'S COMETLED PENDANTBruce Munro2010

ilma’s Comet is a new fi bre optic pendant from Bruce Munro.Wilma’s Comet took shape whilst Munro was pondering the theory

that a comet wiped out the dinosaurs. “I immediately went in search of dinosaurs and discovered a batch basking in a local toyshop window. My

mind’s eye image of an exploding orb of light was very much in the style of vintage comic books from the 50s and 60s,” Munro explained.

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haron Marston creates dramatic lighting features with fi bre optic fi laments using material from a range of industries including fi ne bone china, hand-blown glass and woven polymers. Her London based studio has won international acclaim for its chandeliers and vibrant backdrops and works across a range of industries including art, fashion and product design. She combines traditional techniques with contemporary design with projects from private residences to international large-scale features in the commercial and hospitality sectors.

MARSTONCHANDELIERSSharon Marston1997-2011

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ooking like a tinted cross between a vase and a bulb, the Vessel series of lights, by industrial designer Samuel

Wilkinson, emphasises the design power of hand-crafted, and mouth-blown objects. Each piece is unique, with the glass hand blown by London-based master glassmaker and designer Stewart Hearn. When illuminated the glass tint mutes the light, without hiding the form, producing an unexpected irregular refl ection that appears holographic.

VESSELLIGHTSSamuel Wilkinson2010

hat looks like a massive seashell is actually that. Handmade to sustainable perfection, Twilight would probably make you feel you’re

under the sea with Ariel and Sebastian.The grey-and-white Twilight fl oor lamp is part of DK Home's Spring 2011

collection and can be placed outdoors to give your garden an ethereal feel at night. Get swimming under the sea with the Twilight lighting.

TWILIGHTFLOOR LAMPDK Home2011

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ver sat on a multicultural sofa? The Favn is made by Spanish designer, Jaime Hayón but it means ‘embrace’ in Danish because it was made for Fritz Hansen furniture company, which is based in Denmark, a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe. It comes in eight fabrics; Fame, Hot, Magic, Steelcut, Steelcut Trio, Hallingdal, Divina and Divina Melange and is split into two parts; a base and back shell. Hayón is renowned for his gritty edge designs thanks to an interest in the skateboard culture and graffi ti art.

FAVN FRITZ HANSEN SOFAJamie Hayón2011

rop a hole in your wallet with the ultimate in luxurious billiards tables: the steel and resin BlackLight billiards table.

The sleek object costs near $35,000 and comes with internal lighting.

BLACKLIGHTBILLIARD TABLEBillard's Toulet2010

BONZINI B90TABLE FOOTBALLDomeau and Pérès2009

oo old to live out those dreams of success in the beautiful game? The Bonzini B90 Table Football, made from beech wood and clad in bull leather, designed by Bruno Domeau and Philippe Pérès may be the answer.

ROBOXSHELVINGFabio Novembre2011

obox by Fabio Novembre is a shelving unit in the shape of,you guessed it,

a robot.It comprises several boxes mix-matched together with a red box placed where, anatomically, the heart would be. It is reminiscent of the Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz.

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ooking like a large, artistic incarnation of a famous puzzle, the Cube designed and built for Modula-conceptio, by Mino Longo, blurs the line between art and design.Part sculpture, part fi xture, the Cube is made from a range of diff erent colours in acrylic sheets penetrated with resin blocks of mixed thickness and translucence. The object’s surprising function as a light fi xture means these blocks are lit from within, changing the impact of their colour and pattern according to the natural light outside.

CUBESCULPTUREMino Longo2008

ave a seat on a fl ight of fancy with this armchair designed by Daria Boutle and Nora Voon of London-based design team Noda Designs.Fin, is an oversized, curvaceous lounge chair upholstered in velvet and adorned with aqua and green feathers. It is made from a walnut frame and comes in six colours; Chocoholic brown, Bordeaux - burgundy, Black swan - charcoal grey, Scarlet Diva - red, Dijon - mustard, Azur - turquoise.

FIN ARMCHAIRDaria Boutle and Nora Voon2010

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arm up on a chilly desert night

with the trendy outdoor lantern by

EcoSmart Fires.The lantern stands

792mm high and each side is decorated with an interesting abstract cut-out pattern. When lit, the pattern is enhanced by the fl ame, creating a dramatic fi replace eff ect.The EcoSmart Fire Lantern is designed for indoor and outdoor use, and is suitable for residential and commercial settings. It can be turned on and off using the accompanying lid which extinguishes the fl ame once put into position.As with all EcoSmart fi res, the lantern runs on Denatured Ethanol, renewable energy.

LANTERN ECOSMARTFIRESMarc P. Veenendaal2009

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f the makers of the Rubik's Cube teamed up with FIFA to design a lighting fi xture, then they may have come up with something like this.

Actually designed by QisDesign, the Crystal Light is an LED fi xture which allows you to assemble the ‘crystals’ into any form you want. Each crystal is connected by a magnet and the light can be changed via remote control. The interactive element is possible thanks to the low temperature of the LED.

THE CRYSTALLIGHTQisDesign2010

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hile most boardroom tables are as dull as the meetings they facilitate,

Formtank's 2d3d off ers a welcome break from the norm. A combination of

complex maths and precision engineering, the table’s strength is derived from triangles.

2D3DTABLEFormtank2008

hrow your room back to the retro 1950s with the Marshmallow Sofa, which brings the Pop Art movementto furnishing.The sofa experienced a revival when Herman Miller brought it back in 1999.

MARSHMALLOWSOFAI Harper and G Nelson1956

DIAMONDCHAIRHarry Bertoia1952

f your wife asks for a diamond and you get her this chair by Harry Bertoia, it's a fair chance that she won't be happy. But we think that she

should be.Manufactured by Knoll, Bertoia's 1952 Diamond Chair is made with welded steel rods in polished or satin chrome. The Italian-born designer said: "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes right through them." As it's probably not too comfortable to sit on steel rods, cushions can be secured to the chair with lock-snaps. Full covers can be stretched over the wire seat basket and secured with hooks.

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ife in a fi sh bowl just got better. Showing that aquariums are no longer just glass boxes, the biOrb Life aquariums

come in three high-gloss varieties – Ice White, Piano Black and Chilli Red – and in three sizes.To keep your fi sh happy and healthy the aquariums have a built in fi lter to keep the water clear. The latest in LED lighting technology replicates a natural 24 hour light cycle, with sunrise, sunset and blue moonlight periods. The aquariums are suitable for fancy goldfi sh or small temperate fi sh. Heaters are available if you'd prefer your fi sh to be tropical.

BIORB LIFEAQUARIUMReef One2008

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LAGOONDAYBEDKlaus Nolting2011

f you have 4000-odd Euros to splurge, the cocoon-shaped Lagoon daybed might be something that would catch your eye.

The Lagoon daybed comes with a sunsail for fascinating moments in summer nights, and is a dream to relax on. Designed by Klaus Nolting for Solpuri, this cosy item is totally weather-proof.

WHALETONEPIANORobert Majkut2011

erfect for design-conscious ivory ticklers,

Robert Majkut's Whaletone was inspired

by the designer's dream of a grand piano that possessed the "soft, fl owing, frozen movement of a gigantic animal". Majkut explains the design process: "One day, while working

on this concept already a bit obsessively, my mind unlocked

and my hand drew the piano from my dream."The result is a sculptural

digital piano that resembles a whale breaking the waves. Thankfully the Whaletone is not just style and no substance - the four-channel amplifi er, dynamic sound and comfortable keyboard make it sophisticated enough for professional musicians.

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rtichokes; they're a welcome addition to fancy pizzas and they can also look great hanging from your ceiling. Poul Henningsen's PH Artichoke was created in 1958 and is considered

to be a classical masterpiece. It is made of 12 steel arches and weighs 55lbs. With 72 copper 'leaves' in 12 circular rows, the fi xture can be viewed from any angle

without the light source being visible. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen, the pictured PH Artichoke is a 50th anniversary model with leaves gilded in 24-carat gold.

PH ARTICHOKELIGHTPoul Henningsen1958

all asleep in this colourful chair and you will experience the best dreams you've ever had.Loop was created by Sophie de Vocht, thanks to an interest in the technique of ‘tufting’, typically used to make rugs. It comprises tufts of yarn inserted though a needle onto a fabric base.

LOOPCHAIRSophie de Vocht2011

SAVOY VASEAlvar Aalto1937

alto's inspiration for this iconic glass vase

remains a bit of a mystery to date.

Some believe it refl ects the

geography of the Finnish archipelago, while others say it resembles an indigenous dress. Either way it's a beautiful item that's still made by Iittala.

he fi rst thing that hits you is the colour. But don’t worry, if orange leather isn’t your thing, there’s

another 69 to choose from.Birch and plywood make the base and high-density foam keeps the cushions plump. The seat lies low and with no arms to get in the way sliding on and off this armchair is easy. Designed by Matali Crasset for Domeau & Pérès, it comes with a matching foot rest.

JIM RELAXESCHAIRMatali Crasset2010

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iorgio Armani should be nicknamed Mr Diversity; he's a dab hand in fashion design, as well as hospitality and now, with his design of Checkers, he has made his mark in the world of kitchen design with clear-cut geometrical forms and eff ective use of light. Based on simple and sober lines, Checkers refl ects the expressive elements of the designer’s work. The Checkers kitchen is the third addition to the Armani/Dada kitchen range, following the Bridge and Calyx kitchens and is created for spaces of large dimensions.

CHECKERSKITCHENGiorgio Armani2010

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ou don't win a World Travel Award for 'World's Leading Suite' for no reason.We reckon the spectacular view of Dubai's skyline played a big part in The Monarch Suite holding

this title for two consecutive years. Designed by Roya International, this whopping space is the largest suite in the Middle East, occupying 1130m2 on the 32nd and 33rd fl oors of The Monarch Dubai. The dual fl oor layout means guests can keep one area private for their family and one area public for business and

entertaining. Quite surprisingly, the suite remains one of Dubai's best kept secrets.

MONARCHDUBAI SUITERoya International2008

BISHOP'S CAPEBLACK CARPETDiane Von Furstenburg2009

he right carpet can make or break a room. Selecting it can be a knotty issue but one made easier by the release of Bishop’s Cape Black, one of eight in a collection.Much more than a mere rug, the carpet is the work of Diane Von Furstenburg, the Belgian-American fashion designer that is best known for her iconic wrap dress. The carpet’s intricate appearance is made from knots of wool and silk from the high altitudes of Tibet. Other rugs include Funky Zebra, Climbing Leopard and Tribal Diamond.

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ne would never imagine that the Fortuny fl oor lamp is more than a 100 years old this year. Designed by Mariano Fortuny in 1907, the fl oor lamp was originally used in photography and stage lighting but, being too beautiful to remain behind the scenes, has been adapted by the now classic designs of Marcel Wanders. Equipped with a 500 watt bulb, the lamp illuminates an entire room with diff used and refl ected light and the large round diff user rotates to create

diff erent lighting eff ects. The original version was produced in black fabric and a black base.

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it down and be seduced by the soft velvety feel of this limited edition rose petal chair.Only 200 chairs, called Seduction, have been made by SICIS, famous for its Italian made, high-end mosaic designs, as part of its NEXT ART Chapter One collection. The chair is available in two colours: beige and dove grey. Seduction Two uses the artistic mosaic "Kaki" from SICIS Colibrì Collection, decorating the sofa's structure, which is made from plywood and lacquered Tulipwood. It is characterised by the artistic mosaic and silk velvet.

SEDUCTIONCHAIRSICIS2010

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ou want a night out but can’t bring yourself to abandon those fl ip fl ops, take-away dinner in front of the TV and move from the couch?

A winning solution might be to bring a retro disco to your home with the Lamp Disco XXL designed by DK Home and brought to the Middle East by Planters Interiors. With this lamp — made from fi ne iron anthracite and mirrors — you’ll always have the option to stay at home

and bring out the best moves from Saturday Night Fever.

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ZERO-OTTORADIATORFrancesco Lucchese2010

osy up to the donut to get warm. Yes, you read correctly; the Zero-Otta Radiatorfrom Francesco Lucchese of LuccheseDesigns resembles a delicious tea-time treat. The radiator, with it's organic curves, aluminium construction and high-gloss surface, makes an eye-catching addition to a contemporary interior. Apart from its heating function, Zero-Otto can also emit scents thanks to an integrated unit with perfume essences. We wonder if it's possible to make it smell like a donut too.

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peakers that don’t really look like speakers but an alien spacecraft – the BeoSound 8 has landed.

Speaker docking gets serious with Bang & Olufsen's extraterestrial design, and thankfully sound performance is not compromised in the slightest. The cone-shaped speakers give BeoSound 8 a hovering 2D appearance as it hides the actual depth of the item, and the feet lift it up giving a very light and slim-line aesthetic. Available in a range of colours, we reckon that BeoSound 8 will be perfect for blasting out The Prodigy's Out of Space, Babylon Zoo's Spaceman or the theme tune from Doctor Who?

BEOSOUND 8SPEAKER DOCKBang & Olufsen2010

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o straight lines - only curves; that’s the design signature of Arne Jacobsen’s The Swan, originally designed in 1958 for the Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Designed for furniture company Fritz Hansen, The Swan is a moulded shell of synthetic material on an aluminium swivel base, covered in fabric or leather. It’s familiar form can be spotted all over the world and has been a popular staple of offi ces and hotel lobbies and lounges for decades.

THE SWANCHAIRArne Jacobsen1958

canteen of a Danish pharmaceutical

company may sound as sterile as a hospital

syringe, but it was the home of one of

the most infl uential objects of the 20th Century.Arne Jacobsen’s Ant Chair was named for its similarity to the outline of an ant with its head raised, and designed to be light, stable and easy to stack up. The original model had three plastic legs and a seat made from form-moulded laminated veneer. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, the plastic legs were later replaced by tubular steel, and a version with four legs was also made.

HERMAN MILLERCOFFEE TABLEIsamu Noguchi1947

ROPESHELFLaszlo Rozsnoki2008

ope Shelf does exactly what it says on the tin. It's a shelf made out of rope. The object, by Hungarian product designer Laszlo Rozsnoki, features no horizontal or vertical lines, aside

from the frame.

eautiful but usable. Simple but eff ective. Isamu Noguchi’s iconic coff ee table was launched in 1947. Reintroduced by Herman Miller in 1984, the design classic has been in continual production ever since.

ANT CHAIRArne Jacobsen1952

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ver since revered US artist Roy Lichtenstein highlighted the art behind comic book imagery, the style of drawing familiar to fans of Superman and other costumed heroes has become part of the decorative arts.CIA International is now utilising these iconic images to personalise its wardrobe and storage products. DC Comics characters, including Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman can all be deployed to save the day.

SUPERMANWARDROBECIA International2011

IL FALSOKANDINSKYGiuseppe Canevese2009

his quirky cabinet will be right up your street if your favourite M-words are 'Marvel' and 'Manga'.

Giuseppe Canevese's cabinet features Valentina, a character created by Italian comics artist, Guido Crepas, in 1965. The cabinet is available in a range of drawer, door and glass shelve combinations.

DESTINATIONSWALLPAPERMr Perswall2010

f you're better travelled than Michael Palin (unlikely), or you enjoy watching the National Geographic Channel (more likely), then this

escapist wallpaper may well appeal to you. The Destinations Wallpaper was launched last year by Mr Perswall, a Swedish manufacturer of photowalls, murals and designed feature walls.

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t reminds us of an impressionist painting by French artist Paul Cezanne.Made from shells, the Solid Oval vase collection, available from DK Home, exudes an earthy vintage feel.We think it would look even more like a painting by the French master if it contained some super-sized fl owers.

THE SOLID OVAL FLOWER VASESDK Home2008-2009

ne of the more civilised activities championed by the Romans, the art of reclining was made stylish through this

iconic chaise-lounge. Designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, the item is now made by Cassina.

LC4CHAISE-LOUNGELe Corbusier1931

PASHA CHAIRMarco Pocci andClaudio Dondoli2011

hess fans can eternally feel like the king or queen of the board with the Pasha armchair.Designed by Marco Pocci and Claudio Dondoli for Pedrali, Pasha is made from a glossy fi nish of polycarbonate and comes in white, black, transparent or fume.

RUBBER BANDCHAIRPreston Moeller2011

ou’ll never look at rubber bands the same way again.

Preston Moeller’s winning entry for the 6th Annual Chair Design Competition at the Appalachian State University is made from

65,000 bands and took 336 hours to make.

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bands in the chair

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ou think it’s a fl at structure of

diff erently sized wood panels but then you get closer to it and open up.

Just like Hermione Granger’s undetectable extension charm on her beaded handbag, Brancusi by DARC opens out to make a much larger space.The multi-functional cabinet has hidden runners and fi ve drawers for you to store more things in than you ever thought possible. Storage has never been so eff ortless.

BRANCUSICABINETFermín Verdeguer2010

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t’s not every day you to get to see the world’s largest and most elaborate chandelier in the world but German lighting manufacturer, Faustig, has done just that, with its design for the vast and intricate Grand Sheikh Zayed Mosque in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi.The chandelier measures 10m by 15m and has to be cleaned once every six months using scaff olding built inside the structure. It is made of stainless steel , covered with 24-carat gold–plated brass and Swarovski crystals in various colours. It cost AED 30m ($8.17m) to create and install.

FAUSTIGCHANDELIERFaustig2007

ISLAMICCLOCKSmith of Derby2011

dd a touch of luxury and timeless appeal to your daily prayers with the classic Islamic Clock.The product combines local time with daily prayer times, has geographic specifi c prayer

time settings by city, displays the fi ve prayer times and comes with a ‘call to prayer’ sound system. The clock is designed by Smith of Derby, a 154-year-old timepiece company, which

has been involved in Middle East projects for 40 years. It works closely with Muslim advisors throughout the stages of research, development and production.

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ade from tinted resin and embedded with bamboo, this refreshingly unusual table would probably not last too long in a panda pen. Designed by Mino Longo for Modula-conceptio, the object is also fi lled with other materials such as leaves, dried fl owers and gold leaf. The translucency of the surface means the table can be lit from underneath or on top, but we think it will have more than enough impact without lighting.

IL TOVOLATABLEMino Longo2008

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HM93 SOFASir David Chipperfi eld2007

t may sound like the name of an android, but hm93 is actually a range of clean-lined seating.Designed by Stirling Prize-winning architect

Sir David Chipperfi eld, the rangeis manufactured by Hitch Mylius.

THE BIKEPharrell Williams2011

apper Pharrell Williams has completed his third big name design

collaboration.This time he’s worked with Domeau & Pérès to create the Brooklyn Bike. Apparently inspired by Williams’ passion for the bikes used by New York cycle couriers, only 12 will be made, to ensure absolute exclusivity. The functional lines of the bike are off set by the unusual use of water buff alo leather. The pictured example features a bold tour-leader yellow, but each colour will only be utilised once.

FLOT POUFSSimone Micheli2011

ounce around on these fun poufs designed by Simone Micheli for Casamaniain Italy.

The colourful leather seats off er comfortable and lively seating for any space and the bright colours create dynamic and creative spaces for children of all ages. Flots are lightweight and can be stacked together on a metal base.

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t fi rst glance, the undulating fi breglass wall in Dubai's Switch restaurant doesn't really resemble a desert. To us, it looks like something from a science fi ction movie.

But the inspiration behind Karim Rashid's striking surface is the dune-fi lled landscape of Arabia. The restaurant is located in the unlikely venue of Dubai Mall. "Just because the mall has banal

interiors, it does not mean that the public does not want interesting, inspiring shops and restaurants," said Rashid. The man may have a point.

WALL, SWITCHRESTAURANTKarim Rashid2009

f a mobile chair is what you’re looking for, Sybarite may have the answer.Its Archetto seat is designed to make the most of a small space and curls

around, like an inverted question mark. The back of the structure sweeps up from seating height to form a screen, giving a degree of privacy without creating a barrier. Thanks to its lightweight structure and construction it can be swiftly relocated to another site.

ARCHETTOSEATSybarite2011

hen paint and paper

just won’t do the job, an

award-winning Wovin Wall might

be the alternative as a decorative device with a diff erence. Whether it’s a striking interior eff ect, or a powerful brand statement, you're after the Wovin Wall can be back-lit to boost the dramatic eff ect. Made from tiles mounted on a lightweight grid, the wall can be used anywhere.

WOVIN WALLWovin2006

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f you own a few valuables, as well as the boxed set of The Godfather, then the Colosimo may be for you.Named after legendary Chicago mobster boss 'Big Jim' Colosimo, who lived from 1878 – 1920, this safe by Döttling is the world’s smallest, weighing a mere 66lbs. The interiors can be customised and include an integrated Döttling watch winder (mains or battery-operated), as well as an integrated air humidifi er. Markus Döttling, managing partner, Döttling, added: “Colosimo is the result of three years of development, which we at Döttling like to call ‘haute safeology’.”

COLOSIMOSAFEDottling2010

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his made to order Flock Light chandelier is meant to remind people of exactly that,a fl ight of birds. It is made by Tom Raffi eld of Tom Raffi eld Designs using 90 individually steam bent and twisted strips of Sycamore suspended from a steel plate.Raffi eld has a background in product design and sustainability. He uses an age old tradition to steam, heat and plasticise the wood. The Flock Light is also energy effi cient and uses no glues or toxins.

THE FLOCK LIGHTTom Raffi eld2011

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pple crates are great for carrying fruit...and

providing inspiration for famous designers.

The Powerplay armchair and

ottoman was the brainchild of ‘starchitect’ Frank Gehry, the designer of the Guggenheim museums in Bilbao and Abu Dhabi. Manufactured by Knoll, the grains of the maple strips run in one direction for higher resistance and thermosetting glue provides structural rigidity without the need for metal connectors.

POWER PLAYARMCHAIR AND OTTOMANFrank Gehry1992

his fl oor level chaise looks sleek and elegant with a little bit of posh. Designed by Mexican studio Victor

Aleman, it provides a quirky seating area for two people who want to have an intimate place to sit down and relax.It is made from birch plywood and covered with foam. The shape reminds us of a looping rollercoaster at a fun fair.

LOOPITA(LA MÁS BONITA)Victor Aleman2011

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lowing hot or cold, Miele’s Fire and Ice collection is sure to raise the temperature. Both design series come with an embossed golden or silver logo on the appliance front giving a pleasant touch and feel to the surfaces.

The characteristic trait of the Ice series is its cool appeal. With a material mix comprising aluminium, silver rear-printed glass and chrome. Fire appeals to lovers of

exquisite design including a high-gloss, gold-plate fi nish.

FIRE & ICECOLLECTIONMiele2010

ABSOLUTECLASSIC KITCHENGianni Pareschi2009

CONCEPTAKITCHENAntonio Citterio2010

cavolini wants to break away from the traditional designs of modern homes by creating the stylish

Absolute Classic kitchen. Designed by Gianni Pareschi, he has come up with three diff erent styles: Baccarat for the international jet set, Grand Relais, which reminds owners of a country estate, and Long Island, a rendition of a kitchen in a seaside villa. The collection is meant to set a new design benchmark for the international market for people who have busy lives and want to steer away from bland appliances.

f you’re not satisfi ed with your current kitchen, then try out the hardware system of HAWA-Concepta 25/30/50, which

combines the two movements of pivoting and sliding.Thankfully it gives you more space to putter about the kitchen and features glass and wooden doors that weigh up to 50kg.The picture shows a Spatia kitchen from the Arclinea Collection, designed by Antonio Citterio. It features a white Carrara marble worktop and Nordic Oak table on steel-fi nish aluminium leg and Olimpia chairs in Nordic Oak.

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ge has partnered with Russian artist and designer Kirill Rozhkov to create the mysterious and brooding Dark Water collection.Using no digital tools and with nothing but a black pen in his hand, Rozhkov has created a striking, mythological universe that is dramatically distinct from traditional carpet designs. The designer said he was inspired by the magical world and creatures found deep underwater. There are four designs in total.

DARK WATERCARPETKirill Rozhkov2010

odus unveiled three new rug designs at the Interieur Fair in Kortrijk, Belgium last year. Among them was Circus, a design by Fernando and Humberto Campana, which is made from hemp and rag dolls.Only 10 limited edition rugs were made and they are irregularly shaped, with an approximate diametre of 200cm and 100 knots. While the rug is manufactured in Nepal, the ragdolls are made in Brazil.

CIRCUS RUGFernando andHumberto Campana2010

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wirling pieces of glass fl oat above your head in the lighting design that is Anemone, the elusive mystery.

An admired design concept from the collection Beyond Belief – Sea of Light, it was introduced on Euroluce Fair in Milan, Italy.Mysterious shapes of the deep ocean penetrated by the strands of radiating light are symbolised in this lighting fi xture.

ANEMONELIGHTVeronika Kopečná2011

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RC is a design by architect Norman Foster + Partners and makes use of an unconventional

material to create a table that will work inside, but is tough enough for outdoor use as well. Produced

by Molteni & C in Italy the base is made out of a material that mixes cement and organic fi bres.

ARCTABLEFoster + Partners2009

url up and relax in front of one of these unique fi replaces by Momo fi res. Created by designers Christophe Pillet, Karim Rashid and Arik Levy the tailor-made models come in stone, marble, stainless steel, leather and gold fl akes.

MOMOFIREPLACEMomo fi res2010

o, it has nothing to do with birds, but the Nest coff ee and dining table will make you feel at one with nature.Manufactured by MacMaster, the table is made from timber sticks placed in haphazard layers to form a base.

NEST COFFEE/DINING TABLELimahl Asmall2009

ADJUSTABLETABLEEileen Gray1927

esigned with a lazy breakfast in bed in mind, Eileen Gray's Adjustable Table fi rst

appeared way back in 1927.Just as the name suggests, the table top can be adjusted in height to suit the diner's needs. Refl ecting Gray's quest to fi nd functional perfection, the piece also makes a sleek side table once you've fi nished your scrambled eggs. Gray's iconic design is now manufactured by ClassiCon.

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abrics have the power to inspire their users, fi ring up their imagination.The Batou CS decoration fabric by Diete Hansl-Röntgen, Sybilla Hansl, Alice Pieper looks ethereal when the sun shines through this light transparent weave with its clear graphic pattern, and creates the eff ect as if one was looking through a venetian blind. With its elementary aesthetics and architectural quality it refl ects the need of our time for clearness and transparency.

BATOU CS DECO-RATION FABRICNya Nordiska Textiles2010

VERSACEGRID CONSOLEVersace2011

epeated motifs are common in the fashion industry, but as a brand Versace has

made more from the idea than any other. The latest process is the Greek key motif used to create Versace’s Grid console table. Layers of golden metal are fused together to make one self supporting structure.

AUDREYBATHTUBSICIS2010

lain white is off the agenda for the Audrey bathtub.Manufactured by SICIS and designed

by Massimiliano Della Monaca, it takes its shape from a high-heeled shoe. The tub is coated

with a glaze then decorated with a mosaic.

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hen techies combined a basic

mobile phone and a laptop, the world

moved into the era of smartphones. Now,

combining the washbasin and water-closet has given the world the era of W+W.You don’t need to worry about fl ushing anymore with Roca’s W+W, which reuses and saves up to 25% of water.Its new sustainable water re-usage technology, reuses water from the washbasin to fi ll the water-closet cistern and features an automatic cleaning system.

W+W WASHBASIN& WATER-CLOSETGabriele andOscar Buratti2009

MEGAPHONEIsabella Lovero and Enrico Bosa2011

ard of hearing? Or just want to hear who is talking to you

from across the room? Then do yourself a favour and stick your iPhone (whether black or white) into the Megaphone.By En & Is design, the megaphone is a passive amplifi er made of ceramic and supported by a thin wooden frame.

LUMINOSOTRANSLUCENTWOOD SCREENLitwork2008

uminoso’s designers wanted to create a harmonious symbiosis of wood and light. The result is a material that

off ers new options for creative design. The translucent wood seems to glow from inside out.Almost any artifi cial light sources can be used as well as natural light. The stronger the light source the more impressive the result. All current wood types are manufactured without any loss in strength. A variety of colours, shapes and partial or widespread eff ects present new options for creative architects and designers.

f it's a permanent addition of the MoMA's collection in New York then it's got to be pretty special.Designed in 1954, the metal structure with a black or chrome lacquered base has over 30 seating and reclining positions.

P40 RELAXERLOUNGE CHAIROsvaldo Borsani1954

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hat distinguishes

Koons' balloon art from others

is that he doesn't make balloon

animals, no, this contemporary artist makes sculptures of balloon animals.The Balloon Dog is made from epoxy resin fi berglass and measures 126 x 149 x 47 inches."It's about celebration and childhood and colour and simplicity - but it's a Trojan horse to the whole body of artwork," he said.

BALLOON DOGJeff Koons1995

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blue, magenta, yellow, orange and red

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ake up in the morning and drown in a sea of blood red, sun yellowor vibrant blue with the vintage look that KS from Karol brings to

your bathroom.The new collection KS by the Italian company Karol brings back the retro

simplicity. Inspired by the classic Panton chair, Sadler produces an elegant design for the ultra-modern bathroom.

KS BATHROOMCOLLECTIONMarc Sadler2010

n amazingly modular fi xture, the Bubble Chandelier by Charles of Paris also has a matching fl oor lamp and other endless possible adaptations.

Composed of stainless steel or silver glass bubbles attached to each other in infi nte permutations, it is glamorous and playful, futuristic and art deco. Dress it up or dress it

down like another good staple of your wardrobe. The Bubble Chandelier by Charles of Paris is a shimmering lighting fi xture that adds a sense of Parisian chic to any room.

BUBBLECHANDELIERCharles Loomis2010

ou don’t need to be in Venice to bring Murano glass to your home. Murano House in London has launched a collection of handles to decorate cabinets,

drawers and doors infusing the glass inside the design.There are four types of Murano Scolpisce La Maniglia in colours including amethyst, black silver, black gold, white gold and white silver. They are manufactured by interiors and

product designer Simon House and Italian glass designer Simone Piccoli.

MURANO HANDLESSimon House andSimone Piccoli2011

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he most recent product line to be launched by AGL and 14 is a range of executive desks and tables from Spain called Level T. These T-shaped tables combine a contemporary design with the traditional craftsmanship of cabinet-makers. Each piece of furniture in the Level T series has been made using detailed cabinet-making techniques, with natural wengue wood and hidden hardware. There are a variety of fi nishes available, in both wood and glossy lacquering.

LEVEL TEXECUTIVE DESKGabriel Teixidó2010

SAYLOFFICE CHAIRYves Béhar2010

erhaps the most stylish offi ce chair to be

infl uenced by the penultimate letter of the

alphabet, SAYL is the creation of designer Yves Béhar for manufacturer Herman Miller. Entirely frameless, the support is molded into the back material, with a greater amount in areas like the spine and less elsewhere for freer movement. The Y-structure connects the suspension back and is the foundation of an arc which mirrors the curvature of the spine.

ARESLINEXTEN CHAIRPininfarina2004

hen they say it's known as the

'Ferrari Chair' they really mean

it. The Aresline Xten Chair was created

by Pininfarina, an Italian car designer for Ferrari, Lamborghini and Maserati.The seat of this snazzy offi ce chair contains Technogel which moulds to the contour of the body and is said to reduce seating pressure by over 60%. It's available in red, blue, black and silver from OFIS, a division of Easa Saleh Al Gurg.

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hey say it'sinspired by coral, we say it looks like a bit like a giant dandelion. Either way, this lamp by

Qis Design is certainly unique and eye-catching.Thanks to a special light diff usion, the light emitted by the LED bulbs is evenly distributed on the edgeof each diff user. There are six colours to choose from to suit diff erent environments, and the light is available in table, ceiling and fl oor models.

CORALLIGHTQisDesign2010

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ounded corners and soft shapes aren’t the fi rst thing you think of with shelving, but the white Wallvoro isn’t a regular shelf.Wallvoro off ers asymmetric cubby

spaces for things in your life.

CHAMCABINETKim Jaekyoung2010

his little upholstered cabinet was named after the North Pole monster “Cham” – a character in a

Korean novel.Cham is made with felt, sponge, and spruce. Mixing furnishing with clothing is one of the goals of the designer with this piece. Opening and closing (locking) cham off ers users an unusual furniture experience. It can be fastened with straps or with inner magnets. The hinge side of the door features a zip that opens into a hidden storage area for fl at items. cham was given a soft appearance and touch.

FROLEXUS VIADOBED SYSTEMFROLI Kunststoff werk2008

ounce on your bed, roll around and generally put this bed through a lot of movement and it won’t matter.

The Frolexus has a foundation made of spring elements that adapt to the

weight and shape of the body on it.

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ounded corners and soft shapes aren’t the fi rst thing you think of with shelving but the white

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ore attractive than any calendar you've ever bought, this sleek little item has turned

timekeeping into a work of art.Perpetual Calendar is the brainchild of architect and product designer Michelle Kruzell. It consists of two contrasting materials – a hand-selected, salvaged timber beam and colourful transparent acrylic tags – and constructed using a combination of digital production tools and handmade skills. Each tag is unique to the day of the year and can be pulled out by hand; you can mark the tags with notes or doodles in the hope you don't forget that special someone's birthday. Again.

PERPETUALCALENDARMichelle Kruzell2010

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single block of rock is the starting point for every

Stone Forest sink.Old-fashioned

craftsmanship does much of the hard

work, with a good portion of the carving done by hand. These calculated blows from a hammer and chisel help make each piece a little bit original.

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eramica Cielo has unveiled X-Tech, an evolution of its Jungle range of bathroom fi ttings. It features a brand new

fi nish which is highly resistant to corrosion and abrasion, is durable for commercial use, and is available in two sophisticated crocodile skin fi nishes.

X-TECH SINKCeramica Cielo2009

ohler's Empress Bouquet,

for the bathroom is an expansion of its

Artist Editions collection,

off ering a modern interpretation of 18th century Chinese print work including fl oral motifs and gold and metallic detailing.

EMPRESSBOUQUETKohler Co.2010

ans of bling can now light up their bathroom fi ttings with the sparkling Sigma50 actuator from Geberit.

Personalise your bathroom with the diecast zinc actuator, which comes in six colours along with a custom made inlay.

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f Vivienne Westwood’s early designs for The Rug Company, none packs a punch like the iconic, ineff ably

British “VW Flag”.While the original fl ag, a raggedy worn-out Union Jack, was provocatively modeled as a bridal stole in the Autumn/Winter 2002-03 ‘Anglophilia’ catwalk show, the resultant rug and cushion – with its Aubusson fi nish like faded old velvet and blurred, gently bleeding colour scheme perfectly captures the spirit of the original piece of textile. An iconic image made to look classical and chic for any home.

VW FLAGCUSHIONVivienne Westwood2002-2003

UNION JACK FRIDGESmeg2005

ringing a whole new meaning to the phrase 'Cool

Britannia', this fridge wouldn't

look out of place in Austin Power's bachelor pad. With its smooth fi nish and enviable 50s retro style, the Smeg-manufactured fridge is also super energy effi cient and has attained Energy Class A+. Standing at 151cms, with a gross capacity of 256 litres and an ice department, this baby is more than enough for domestic needs. It also makes a hip addition to a colourful offi ce, as evident in Bluehaus' fi t-out for Dubai creative agency North 55.

hy not treat yourself to jam and scones and tea for two in celebration of all things British on this Keats Britannia sofa with Union Jack fl ag seat.

Designed and handmade in Nottingham, UK, the Chesterfi eld lounger uses Vintage Tudor antique leather and is available from Autentico Living, Dubai.

The frames are made from kiln-dried hardwood, sourced from sustainable managed forests so you’ll be doing your bit for the environment too.

BRITANNIASOFAIDUK Patriot2011

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o, it’s late at night in the airport and your plane has just been massively delayed. You’re left with two options – endure a caff eine marathon in a grim coff ee shop, or contort your body into a cold seat like a gymnast that's fallen on hard times. That’s where Sleepbox comes in. Designed by Russia’s Arch Group, this tiny portable space is equipped with a change of bed linen and some sockets for electrical appliances. It’s not exactly the Burj Al Arab but at least you might be able to recharge your batteries (even if they’re just the ones on your laptop).

SLEEPBOXMOBILE SPACEArch Group2009

he sauna has plenty of tradition behind it, but that doesn’t mean that modern innovations are out of the question.Enter the KLAFS Vitrium, the fi rst design study of a sauna made from glass.Invisibly installed lighting brightens the cube, creating sparkling lighting that is fl ush with the ceiling surface, while hints of the traditional remain in the levels of ergonomic timber seating.

KLAFSVITRIUMKlafs2011