Australian ceramicist Kristen Coelho makes porcelain speak the language of vintage enamelware. Her pieces are trompe l'oeil on another level. Absolutely beautiful in all their studied imperfection.
photos: Matin
photos via Kristen Coelho
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
First day
Spent the day setting up our spankin' new office. After we put the last shelf together, the view of Sutro Tower offered us this beautiful gift. It felt like a wonderful welcoming...
First day
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Handcrafted Modern
San Francisco based photographer, Leslie Williamson, recently launched her new book, Handcrafted Modern: At Home with Mid-Century Designers (Rizzoli). Find it on bookshelves now! Here are some images from the book, along with a few beautiful outtakes posted on her blog. Lovely.... (via Ready for the House)
All images Leslie Williamson
All images Leslie Williamson
Handcrafted Modern
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Travel light
The folks at Apolis did a motorcycle expedition through Vietnam. Here's what they took (below). See more of their travel journal here. (via 2 or 3 Things)
Travel light
Friday, October 22, 2010
Just for fun...
Monday, October 11, 2010
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Will Rogan
Visual artist Will Rogan.
images via Laurel Gitlen
If you're in San Francisco, check out his upcoming show at Altman Siegal Gallery.
Will Rogan: Stay Home
September 10 - November 6, 2010
Opening reception: September 10, 6-8 p.m.
Altman Siegel Gallery
49 Geary St., 4th floor
San Francisco, CA 94108
http://altmansiegel.com
images via Laurel Gitlen
If you're in San Francisco, check out his upcoming show at Altman Siegal Gallery.
Will Rogan: Stay Home
September 10 - November 6, 2010
Opening reception: September 10, 6-8 p.m.
Altman Siegel Gallery
49 Geary St., 4th floor
San Francisco, CA 94108
http://altmansiegel.com
Will Rogan
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Monday, August 23, 2010
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Studio Fludd
The wonderful calming palette and whimsy of Italian designers, Studio Fludd. (via grijs)
Studio Fludd
Labels:
accessories,
graphic design,
stationery,
toys,
wood
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Tuesday, August 10, 2010
Mondo Cane
NYC shop, Mondo Cane, has a discerning eye for organic, beautiful and unusual objects.(via HNTR GTHR)
Mondo Cane
Thursday, August 5, 2010
Playmountain and Heath Ceramics in SF tonight!
photo via Heath
Playmountain is an amazing Tokyo design studio. Heath is an iconic ceramic studio based in lovely Sausalito (across the Golden Gate from our proximity). This is the deliciousness that occurs when these forces combine.
In addition, Playmountain will be at the Heath Marketplace at the SF Ferry Building tonight! More deets:
- Heath & Commune at the SF Ferry Building
- Sneek peek of Playmountain @ Heath, SF Ferry Building
Playmountain @ the Heath Marketplace
SF Ferry Building
Thursday, August 5th 6-8pm
1 Ferry Building
San Francisco, CA 94111
Playmountain and Heath Ceramics in SF tonight!
Labels:
california,
ceramics,
event,
japanese,
product design,
table top,
tableware
Monday, August 2, 2010
Rokin Footwear on Cool Hunting
Rokin Footwear on Cool Hunting. American style footwear with a European touch.
Rokin Footwear on Cool Hunting
Monday, July 26, 2010
Required Reading: Super Normal
This book is a major inspiration point for me. The uber-curated collection of objects and tools is simply amazing. Photos from the London exhibit.
Required Reading: Super Normal
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Aloha Sammy..
As our good friend and cohort leaves us for Hawaii, we can't help but be a little jealous so we brought some aloha to our day. Bon voyage Sammy!
Aloha Sammy..
My Vintage Kay Bojesen Squirrel
photos: Antoinette Celes
What's not to love? He's so mini and cute I can't stand it.
My Vintage Kay Bojesen Squirrel
Labels:
articulated,
danish,
kay bojensen,
mid-century modern,
teak,
toys,
vintage
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
We *heart* Sara Paloma
We've been in love with Sara Paloma's incredible pottery for some time. Tall bottles, vases that seem to move and rustic drinking cups - all perfect in our eyes...
We *heart* Sara Paloma
Monday, July 19, 2010
From Russia with love..
photo: Antoinette Celes
This vintage decanter by LeGardo Tackett always brings a smile to my face. Bearded and shifty eyed goodness..
From Russia with love..
Labels:
70's,
ceramics,
decanter,
legardo tackett,
table top,
white russian
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Provincetown Daydream
Stumbled onto this image of beautiful yellow moss taken while walking to the beach in Provincetown. Oh how I want to be walking on that path again right now...
Provincetown Daydream
Bowls Within Bowls
photo: Antoinette Celes
Bowls are my weakness so when I see bowls within bowls I go crazy. These are particularly nice with their spout..
Bowls Within Bowls
Friday, July 16, 2010
Alma Allen: Genius
Alma Allen creates his incredible work in Joshua Tree, California. One look and we fell hard and fast. His bowls, stools, tables and sculpture have our hearts.. One of each please..
Alma Allen: Genius
My favorite candlestick
photos: Antoinette Celes
This vintage Danish candlestick is one of my favorite possessions. The architectural profile gets me every time..
My favorite candlestick
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Less and More: Dieter Rams
Labels:
20th century,
good design,
mcm,
mid-century modern,
objects,
vintage
Meet Oliver!
Labels:
ape,
articulated,
figurine,
japanese,
mcm,
mid-century modern,
monkey,
objects,
teak,
toys,
vintage,
wood
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