the ‘smoker’ is a customized motorcycle by illinois-based bike workshop utopian customs. it began with a traditional yamaha ‘DT250, stripped it back to the essentials and created this minimalist motorcycle that pays hommage to classic american bike manufacturer, crocker. it looks worthy of a place in an art museum, just as much as it deserves to be ridden. inspired by the image and history of a ..
German designer Theresa Arns has created a set of steel-framed furniture that references classic art deco shapes. She describes the Spring 2017 collection of prototypes as "simple but sensual". It was made by Danish cabinetmakers and blacksmiths and pairs metal frameworks with wood and brass details. Comprising a bench, table and shelving system, the range is designed to work in both office or h..
Table, bookcase and dresser for a harmonious style that blends past and future, ancient and modern, tradition and innovation. Powered by the success of the first pieces of furniture with integrated light, Matteo Nunziati has designed Solida, his second collection for Natevo. The inspiration for the design of the table, bookcase and dresser is clearly the rationalist design of the Thirties with a..
product designer micaella pedros’ ‘joining bottles’ project uses shrunken plastic bottles as an experimental wood-joining technique. through the application of heat, the simple throw-away item is transformed into a wood bonding material offering a meaningful and accessible way to build functional structures. materials such as wood and plastic are widely abundant in towns and cities. they lie wai..
jeep shortcut concept multipurpose vehicle: a carefully crafted take on the classic jeep ‘CJ-5′, this wrangler-based concept vehicle invokes the spirit of 1950’s americana with a shortened body and functional simplicity. exterior styling cues include a unique grille, hood, tailgate, front and rear wheel flares and custom chrome front and rear bumpers. a modified exhaust, 17-inch red steel wheels..
No matter how much counter space you have, when it’s time to start preparing food, there never seems to be quite enough room. Pull-out counters are a great way to solve this problem as they give you more space just when you need it. Here are 10 examples of pull-out counters. from contemporist
A chubby meat thermometer made of silicon and a chopping board that aids in the disposal of food scraps are among the objects designed by Alain Gilles for new kitchenware brand Evolution. The French brand, founded by Vincent Le Guern, aims to add innovative functionality to classic kitchen products. Set to launch at this month's Maison&Objet trade fair in Paris, Evolution's first collection feat..
주방을 빛내줄 황동 주방가구 When paired with a minimal clean design, and used in moderation, copper in the kitchen is a great way to take a classic material and create a modern look. Today we’re sharing 12 ways you can use copper home decor to add functionality and style to your kitchen.
Heavy materials, dark colors, and exposed construction elements all contribute to the distinct look and feel of the industrial style. To show you just what we mean, we’ve compiled a few examples of extreme close ups of pieces and details that are right at home in an industrial interior. Let’s take a look. from contemporist
58th street and Lexington avenue cross in midtown Manhattan, at the core of the urban swirl with its traffic, cars, taxis, buses, bikes and, most of all, its construction workers who play their part in creating the New York vibe. Designer Jason Pocklington framed this piece of the everyday in a stool. The 58th Lexington Stool features a piece of the crosswalk from the north-eastern corner of the..
