I would want to live in this chicken house by Frederik Roije. 

And if I were a magazine, I would want to be stored on this shelf. 

And if I were in the dark, I would want this lamp.

http://www.thecontemporist.com/2010/10/08/silk-road-by-karim-rashid

Admit it.  These Saarinen Tulip Chair-inspired shoes are pretty freaking fantastic.  Impractical, yes.  But there's a little part of you that loves the ridiculousness of it all, right?  Created by the very talented shoe designer Kobi Levi - be sure to check out the rest of his portfolio!

Also, a big thank you to Jeni for sending this my way!  [Jeni owns and operates Stitched Cards.  Check out her Chairs, Etc. series, a collection of greeting cards featuring iconic Mid-Century Modern furniture and accessories!]

So, what other furniture-inspired fashions have you seen?  Share in the comments!

An earlier post at 2Modern design blog covered Patricia Urquiola's tile work which was delightful! Her focus on creating industrial products with personality and her approach to integrate layers of history into the memoriable patterns surely trigger sensation and success.

Patricia Urquiola's advise for new designers is to find “a few cultural references and people who can give you guidance to develop your personality,  try to defend your ideas and projects, create your own formula.”

She created a great formula for herself; her interiors are sensible, orginal and moving. The colors are plenty but they are relative and pleasing within the context of its surrounding.

The dynamics of colors in Urquiola's interiors can be explained by intuition and observation.

The corners are created with a sense of comfort which drives its energy from colors, lighting and patterns.

The outdoor furniture fits well into the nature's color scheme and also constitutes a lively drop within the earthy tones of the outdoor structure.

The colors of the pillows intensify each other with hues that complement and contrast in design. The lightness of colors gets affected by neighboring tones. The light source brightens the overall affect.

The colors and patterns in the living room are not used in a limited manner.

The color design develops around the amount, shape and placement of each design element in an interactional manner: The relativity makes the design pleasant and harmonious. 

 Not only does the MMM design clothing, shoes and accessories for both men and women, there is also fragrance, a fine jewelry line and objects for the home.

Now you can even stay "Avante-Garde" in the L’Île aux Oiseaux by Maison Martin Margiela. A suite designed by the Belgium house in the 5-star retreat Les Sources de Caudalie in Bordeaux, France.

Loving the white palette (especially the pillows as a headboard) with a "punch in the face!" red lips sofa.

Check out the just launched e-boutique here.

I know, I know, another wonderful design out of Italy.  Mouth-blown Murano glass like a master craftsmen no less.  These wonderful lamps are from the Italian design firm Produzione Privata.   The Acquatinta lamp has several finishes to choose from.  I like the transparent green it looks almost retro.  This lamp’s wooden mold and two drawings by Michele De Lucchi, are kept at the Centre Pompidou, Paris.   Only part of a collection of suspension lamps from renowned architect Michele de Lucchi in collaboration with other designers they light up any room and create a modern ambiance.

Acquatinta lamp

Ipy Lamps

Bonne Nuit

Perseo

Is there any bad design out of Italy?  Inquiring minds want to know.   

Have an infinitely modern day!

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The orginal owner of the BMW R62 felt the need to attach a medallion of St. Christopher, the patron saint of travellers, to the front fender. Although I'm sure with further experience of his new purchase, like Occam, he would have found the medallion was an unneccessary addition, as the bike itself was a guardian Saint of travellers.

Modern Art moments...all kinds of art make me happy. I have a soft spot in my heart for people who can express their words in this type of medium. Funky, classic, off-beat, simple-I love it ALL!

Design Milk featured NY interior designer, Laura Day . This image reminded me of my fondness for art...read the whole story here. LOVE the skate decks above the bed. Back in the day, I had a few above my bed and always loved that look. 

Even the word 'ART' makes my heart tingle...if I ever have a son, his name just may be Art...

Social Networking sarcasm...spotted on MocoLoco. Art by Filippo Minelli.

Stunning Paper Artworks by a German artist, Simon Schubert. See the whole feature here on Wallpaper.

Installation art is one of my favorites. Pushing limits and boundaries is always the mark of an interesting artist.... Found this one on dornob. 1600 Stacked chairs...curious why she stopped at 1600...She IS the artist- it's all up to her!

The 94 year old Danish-American designer Jens Risom has entered a collaboration with Rocket Gallery in London.

Benchmark has secured the production rights to re-launch Jens Risoms classics from the 1950s and 60s. Risom was born in Denmark in 1916 and went to Design School with Hans J. Wegner and Børge Mogensen, but migrated to the US at the age of 23. He was based in New York where he founded Jens Risom Design in 1949. The first collection of nine furniture classics is exhibited at Rocket Gallery – www.rocketgallery.com

www.jensrisom.com

 
 
 
 
This modern 1958 house has a timeless appeal with contemporary angles rendered in stone and glass.