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Dieter Rams, an industrial designer, created furniture and homeware with his signature style. It shows modern elements yet gives off a nostalgic feel. The Dieter Rams furniture like the 620 armchair instantly looks comfortable. With simple lines and shapes, his work with Vitsoe shows minimalism at its best. As the Director of Design of Braun,…
Tom Dixon is a good example of his innovative thinking. Inspired by the Indian food storage vessels, the Beat Fat Pendant came to fruition. Going through an extensive process that takes days to finish, the Tom Dixon lighting pendant is part of a collection. Made of brass with the exterior in black and interior with…
Watching the series House, one would wonder why he is so fond of sitting behind his desk reading or just playing with a ball. His chair must be comfortable. Comfort and technology, that is Aeron chair. Designed by Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick, the chair makes use of environmentally friendly materials with the latest technology….
By Karen L. Maness, Richard M. Isackes Regan Arts Karen Maness and Richard Isackes collaborated with Art Directors Guild to present the story behind painted backdrops in Hollywood. Look into the wonder of painted backdrops in movies like the Wizard of Oz and Sound of Music brought to life in cinemas.
Heuristically programmed Algorithmic (HAL) computer model kit is now available in plastic at 1/1 scale. Produced by Moebius Models, the HAL 9000 model is another treat for 2001: A Space Odyssey fans. Height: 13.75″
Designers Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina envisioned the Tolomeo Micro Table Lamp in 1987. A lamp that does not require both hands to keep it upright. The main material is aluminum which makes it lightweight at 5.19 pounds, and durable. The lamp is so adjustable that from the upright position one can bend it…
Mies van der Rohe’s Tugendhat armchair displays the International Style he is known to have developed, modern, functional, and sophisticated. The Tugendhat chairs as seen in The Affair have a metal cantilevered base and are upholstered in leather with the leather bands like belt straps at the back. Dimensions: H81 x W79 x D71cm
The Artistic Vision of Isamu Noguchi Isamu Noguchi was an American-Japanese sculptor, artist, and designer whose unique designs captivate and inspire. With a combination of sculpture and innovation, his work transcends mere functionality and elevates it to a work of art that demands to be understood and appreciated. The Iconic Noguchi Table: A Timeless Masterpiece…
The Michael Thonet Chair No. 14, an innovation of perfected bentwood furniture. Who would not recognize this chair that you see in cafés and bistros? As seen in La La Land and Cabaret, Michael Thonet’s inventiveness became a hit instantly. German descent, Michael Thonet was a skilled craftsman and designer. His perseverance resulted in being…
You will know it’s a William Morris design from the style of how the fruits were depicted in the wallpaper. The detail from the fruits and leaves to the stems with thorns are all emphasized. Another version of the William Morris Fruit wallpaper comes in wine & manilla color combination. As seen in Phantom Thread…
The Arco lamp’s appearance in popular films such as Diamonds Are Forever and Iron Man quickly captured the attention of viewers. Its unique shape and size allow it to seamlessly blend with other furniture without being overpowered. However, with the popularity of this iconic lamp came the creation of replicas. These replicas are made with…
A lot of women would agree that Don Draper (John Hamm) of Mad Men is sexy. What’s even sexier is him holding and drinking from one of the Roly-Poly whiskey glasses by Dorothy Thorpe, his signature look. The American artist, Dorothy Thorpe, is known for creating exceptional glassware and ceramic designs. Her Roly-poly glass design…
The Chicago lamp brings you back to “Old Hollywood”. As seen in Luke Cage, the warm glow from the inner part of the shade in copper captured the viewer’s attention. The Chicago lamp has a matt black shade and tripod base that accentuates the copper more. Somewhat looks like a gong from the front, even…
Marcel Bruer is a modernist architect and designer. His fascination for new technology and native materials led to the creation of the Cesca chair, seen in Someone Great. The use of cane rattan for the seat and beech wood for the frame, mixed with tubular steel gained recognition globally. The seat is made by hand,…
The striking red Valentine typewriter seen in A Clockwork Orange was designed by Ettore Sottsass and Perry A. King and manufactured by Olivetti. It could be that the color red symbolizes love. Perhaps why the Olivetti Valentine typewriter was in the same color.
Categorically named after the Navy, the Navy chair was meant to be used in submarines. The clean lines of the chair fit perfectly. When you see the Navy chair in movies like The Dark Knight or I, Robot, it is always in an interrogation room. Embodies the essence of the Navy chair.