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May 5, 2017

Jupiter 10 Launches with its First Collection of Modernist Wallcoverings

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/jupiter-10-launches-with-its-first-collection-of-modernist-wallcoverings/jupiter10-wallpaper-1-detroit/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Jupiter10-wallpaper-1-DETROIT-810x692.jpg" alt="Jupiter 10 Launches with its First Collection of Modernist Wallcoverings" /></a>
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Design brand Jupiter 10 was recently founded by Bruno Basso and Christopher Brooke, who both spent over 10 years in the fashion industry laying the groundwork for the digital print revolution there. The duo transitions their innovative aesthetic to their brand new endeavor, which brings bold, graphic prints to the world of wallcoverings. Their first collection merges eye-catching color palettes with a modernist feel by putting a fresh spin on mid-century modern ideas.

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May 5, 2017

Experience Modern Architecture in Japan with the Contemporary Art + Architecture Tour

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/experience-modern-architecture-japan-contemporary-art-architecture-tour/9-teshima-museum-interior/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/9-Teshima-Museum-interior-810x608.jpg" alt="Experience Modern Architecture in Japan with the Contemporary Art + Architecture Tour" /></a>
                                Every year, <a href="https://artandarchitecturetour.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">CA+AT (Contemporary Art + Architecture Tour)</a> brings a select group of creative people on a curated journey to discover the best contemporary art and architecture sites in the world. This sort of “retreat for creative minds” (as they like to call it) is not merely a vacation—it’s an inspiring learning experience through an on-site exploration of what <em>open air museums: </em>places where architecture, art, landscape blend together in a unified project linked to a specific site, stimulating an exchange among tour guests on creative processes, social change, and environmental regeneration.

With this idea in mind, for the past two years CA+AT has been exploring the experimental projects in the Seto Inland Sea in the Kagawa Japanese Prefecture south of Osaka (the next journey is scheduled May 8th-13th). The place is home to both a project called Benesse Art Site Naoshima and an international Art Triennial called Setouchi, with

May 5, 2017

Ambassador Lighting Installation by Stickbulb and RUX

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/ambassador-by-stickbulb/ambassador_stickbulb_8/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/ambassador_stickbulb_8-810x566.jpg" alt="Ambassador Lighting Installation by Stickbulb and RUX" /></a>
                                <a href="http://stickbulb.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">Stickbulb</a>, a sleek, modular lighting brand committed to using sustainably sourced materials, have debuted the ambitious installation <a href="http://stickbulb.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external"><em>Ambassador</em></a>, designed in collaboration with creative agency <a href="http://ruxdesign.net/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">RUX</a> for <a href="http://collectivedesignfair.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">Collective Design Fair</a>. Both a large-scale sculpture and optical illusion, it re-adapts 300-year-old redwood reclaimed from New York City water towers into an 8-foot-tall, half-moon of ethereal light. The form and scale are intended to reflect the majesty of the world’s largest and most ancient trees.

Stickbulb was co-founded in 2012 by Yale School of Architecture graduates Russell Greenberg and Christopher Beardsley of RUX design as a way to combine their mutual love of architecture, modular systems, and sustainable manufacturing. Born from a pile of scrap wood, Stickbulb had the original objective to “build with light,” which has since been fulfilled in collaborations with brands like Google, Facebook and Wholefoods, as well as in private commissions for hotels, offices, and residences across the

May 5, 2017

Ambassador Lighting Installation by Stickbulb and RUX

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/ambassador-by-stickbulb/ambassador_stickbulb_8/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/ambassador_stickbulb_8-810x566.jpg" alt="Ambassador Lighting Installation by Stickbulb and RUX" /></a>
                                <a href="http://stickbulb.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">Stickbulb</a>, a sleek, modular lighting brand committed to using sustainably sourced materials, have debuted the ambitious installation <a href="http://stickbulb.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external"><em>Ambassador</em></a>, designed in collaboration with creative agency <a href="http://ruxdesign.net/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">RUX</a> for <a href="http://collectivedesignfair.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">Collective Design Fair</a>. Both a large-scale sculpture and optical illusion, it re-adapts 300-year-old redwood reclaimed from New York City water towers into an 8-foot-tall, half-moon of ethereal light. The form and scale are intended to reflect the majesty of the world’s largest and most ancient trees.

May 5, 2017

The Architects Behind Google Headquarters and Hyperloop One Designed This Smart Lock

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/friday-labs-smart-lock/friday_product/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Friday_Product-810x608.jpg" alt="The Architects Behind Google Headquarters and Hyperloop One Designed This Smart Lock" /></a>
                                How many door locks can claim they were designed by an architectural firm, let alone the one behind Google’s new headquarters and also Hyperloop One? That’s the design pedigree delivered with the <a href="http://www.fridaylabs.net/views/home-page.html" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Friday Lock</a>, “the world’s smallest retrofit lock”, the design work of the Danish architects of <a href="https://www.big.dk/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Bjarke Ingels Group</a>.

Smart door locks come in two flavors: complete replacement and retrofit. The Friday Lock goes the way of retrofit, installed using a Universal Baseplate mount that allows the Friday Lock to fit right over most previous lock’s footprint, eliminating the expertise (and costs) of hiring a locksmith for installation. Just as importantly, subjectively speaking, we consider the Friday Lock is the most attractive retrofit smart door lock design available.

Despite being designed by BIG, the acronym representing Danish architects Bjarke Ingels Group, the resulting work produced is refreshingly small – a 2.7″ diameter footprint with an elegantly tapered and ribbed turn handle that

May 5, 2017

The Architects Behind Google Headquarters and Hyperloop One Designed This Smart Lock

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/friday-labs-smart-lock/friday_product/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Friday_Product-810x608.jpg" alt="The Architects Behind Google Headquarters and Hyperloop One Designed This Smart Lock" /></a>
                                How many door locks can claim they were designed by an architectural firm, let alone the one behind Google’s new headquarters and also Hyperloop One? That’s the design pedigree delivered with the <a href="http://www.fridaylabs.net/views/home-page.html" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Friday Lock</a>, “the world’s smallest retrofit lock”, the design work of the Danish architects of <a href="https://www.big.dk/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Bjarke Ingels Group</a>.

May 5, 2017

The Egon Collection of Furniture for Lounge Spaces from Alki

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/the-egon-furniture-collection-for-lounge-spaces-from-alki/egon-iratzoki-lizaso-alki-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Egon-Iratzoki-Lizaso-Alki-1-810x664.jpg" alt="The Egon Collection of Furniture for Lounge Spaces from Alki" /></a>
                                Created by design duo <a href="http://iratzoki-lizaso.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Iratzoki Lizaso</a> for <a href="http://alki.fr/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Alki</a>, the <a href="http://alki.fr/en/new/7797/New-Collection-Egon/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Egon Collection</a> of furniture consists of a sofa system, coffee tables, and poufs perfect for any type of lounge space. While each has their own distinct look, the three different designs are made to work together seamlessly for ultimate relaxation. Each piece is stripped of extraneous adornment to keep their silhouettes simplified and fairly minimalist, while still remaining aesthetically pleasing for all the modern design lovers out there.

The sofa comes as a one- to three-seater and is available with or without backs. Curved wooden panels keep the upholstered cushions contained giving the design a slightly Scandinavian feel.

A trio of coffee tables at varying heights and diameters feature solid oak legs and tops with a band of wrought iron around the edges.

A series of three curvy poufs that combine wooden bases with comfy upholstered seats.

Photos by Mito.

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May 5, 2017

Friday Five with Alison Berger

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/friday-five-with-alison-berger/f5-alison-berger-0-portrait-monica-may/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/F5-Alison-Berger-0-Portrait-Monica-May-810x540.jpg" alt="Friday Five with Alison Berger" /></a>
                                <em>Los Angeles-based <a href="http://www.alisonbergerglassworks.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Alison Berger</a> is an artist that brings an extensive design and architectural background to her visionary lighting fixtures, objects, furnishings, sculptures, and commission projects through a perfect balance of glass and light. Using traditional glass blowing methods, her timeless works pay homage to scaled-back historic forms that seamlessly bring an old world feel to modern design. The Dallas born Berger stumbled upon glassblowing as a child, leading her to earn a BFA from the Rhode Island School of Design before studying architecture at Columbia University. After several years working as an architect at Bausman-Gill and Associates, she completed successful collaborations with Warner Bros. Records and Frank O. Gehry and Associates, which led to her return to glass design full time in 1995 though an apprenticeship with Dale Chihuly. Her ethereal glass objects have landed in films and music videos, including Practical Magic, Tank Girl, and Madonna’s Bedtime Stories, <div class="post-limited-image"><img class="size-large wp-image-304496" src="http://0.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/F5-Alison-Berger-1-New-York-City-Soho-810x556.jpg" alt="" width="810" height="556" srcset="http://0.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/F5-Alison-Berger-1-New-York-City-Soho-810x556.jpg 810w, http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/F5-Alison-Berger-1-New-York-City-Soho-800x549.jpg 800w, http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/F5-Alison-Berger-1-New-York-City-Soho-768x527.jpg 768w, http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/F5-Alison-Berger-1-New-York-City-Soho-500x343.jpg 500w, http://0.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/F5-Alison-Berger-1-New-York-City-Soho.jpg 1280w" sizes="(max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px" /></div>

May 4, 2017

LA’s New Museum of Ice Cream Is the Coolest

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/las-new-museum-ice-cream-coolest/museum_icecream_042017_166_md/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Museum_IceCream_042017_166_MD-810x541.jpg" alt="LA’s New Museum of Ice Cream Is the Coolest" /></a>
                                If you haven’t heard, Los Angeles is now home to the <a href="http://www.museumoficecream.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Museum of Ice Cream</a>! This confectionery exhibit founded by Maryellis Bunn and Manish Vora is a sweet homage to the popular dessert and <a href="http://design-milk.com/scenes-sold-exhibit/" data-wpel-link="internal">was sold out in New York</a> where it was previously based. The new downtown LA location is four times bigger but it’s selling out just as fast (Update: It’s currently <a href="https://www.showclix.com/event/museum-of-ice-cream2017"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">sold out</a> through July 10th). There are 12 different rooms, each with quirky installations that are seemingly right out the pages of Willy Wonka’s playbook and, of course, rotating sweet treats from local ice cream shops along the way.

Upon entering, you’ll be greeted with a donut and cupcake wall in a room where you’ll wait for your tour to begin.

The tour begins in a pink room full of phones where you’ll get a special call from none other than Seth Rogen who will instruct you

May 4, 2017

Chill Out and Cool Down With Society6 Tanks

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/chill-cool-society6s-tanks/society6-tank-5-17/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://0.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/society6-tank-5-17-810x405.jpg" alt="Chill Out and Cool Down With Society6 Tanks" /></a>
                                I live in Southern California, so we basically have summer weather all year long (it’s a curse and a blessing). Now that temperatures are getting warmer, I’ve been reaching for lightweight tees and <a href="https://society6.com/tank-tops?curator=designmilk" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">tanks</a> almost exclusively. I reach for more patterns while my husband reaches for more graphic prints, preferably one that gives a good chuckle when you “get” the design. At <a href="https://society6.com/?curator=designmilk" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Society6</a>, there’s more than enough <a href="https://society6.com/tank-tops?curator=designmilk" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">tanks</a> (and tees!) to keep both of us browsing for an hour, thanks to the incredible selection of designers and artists. They’re made with 100% fine jersey cotton (which means they’re ultra soft, ultra comfortable). Here’s a few I’m loving:

A Maori Carving tank by Alex Tonetti Photography

Stylish Geometry tank by Kamina22

Complex tank by Rui Faria

weapons of mass creation tank by Bianca Green

Mome raths tank by Matthew T. Wilson

k tank by Sylvie Demers

Cat Family tank

May 4, 2017

Yaroslav Galant Designs a Rooftop Structure Made From Shipping Containers

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/yaroslav-galant-designs-a-rooftop-structure-made-from-shipping-containers/portuguese-football-club-yaroslav-galant-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Portuguese-Football-Club-Yaroslav-Galant-1-810x540.jpg" alt="Yaroslav Galant Designs a Rooftop Structure Made From Shipping Containers" /></a>
                                The <a href="http://yaroslavgalant.com/portfolio/estoril-praia-clube-39-portugal/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Grupo Desportivo Estoril Praia</a> (Portuguese Football Club) hired <a href="http://yaroslavgalant.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Yaroslav Galant</a> to design Clube 39, a space that includes offices, a flexible space, a museum, a restaurant, and an open terrace facing the field. The new structure was designed atop of an existing building and incorporates shipping containers into the project.

The project consisted of many challenges to overcome, including the strong head winds, so the new parametrical roof structure was designed in a way so that it would cut 95% of the wind, while directing 5% into the building for natural ventilation. That meant no additional air conditioning would be required.

Depending on the sun, the new roof structure casts ever-changing shadows around the building.

The design includes graphic, geometric patterns outdoors, as well as inside in a colorful palette of blues and other pops of colors.

They utilized five shipping containers to conceive part the structure giving it a

May 4, 2017

Sculptural, Geometric Lighting by Child Studio

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/sculptural-geometric-lighting-by-child-studio/child-studio-in-the-shadow-of-a-man-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Child-Studio-In-the-Shadow-of-a-Man-1-810x540.jpg" alt="Sculptural, Geometric Lighting by Child Studio" /></a>
                                In the Shadow of a Man is a collection of lighting featuring glass globes atop sloped, geometric bases that give the appearance of movement. Designed by <a href="http://childstudio.co/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Child Studio</a>, the sculptural lights give the illusion that the glowing sphere is rolling down from the top of the slanted plinths and were stopped mid-action to create a sense of tension or suspense.

The colorful surfaces of the Olive Ash bases reflect light in various stages depending on where the viewer is standing and changes as they move around it. Each light encourages one to stop and take a moment to reflect on their own perception of time within the physical space.

Child Studio named the collection after a quote from Italian surrealist painter Giorgio De Chirico that goes, “There is much more mystery in the shadow of a man walking on a sunny day, than in all religions in the world.

May 4, 2017

Patterned, Avant-Garde Wooden Blocks Inspired by Russian Toys

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/patterned-avant-garde-wooden-blocks-inspired-by-russian-toys/52factory-red-dolls-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/52factory-red-dolls-1-810x540.jpg" alt="Patterned, Avant-Garde Wooden Blocks Inspired by Russian Toys" /></a>
                                Sasha Braulov and Nasya Kopteva are the designers behind <a href="http://52factory.ru/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">52 FACTORY</a>, who recently presented their new collection of wooden toys at SaloneSatellite. <a href="http://52factory.ru/red-dolls" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">RED DOLLS</a> came about after studying the shapes of traditional Russian toys along with the graphic works of Russian avant-garde artists. The result was nine wooden objects hand-painted with reimagined patterns based on the works of Varvara Stepanova, Lyubov Popova, Alexander Rodchenko, Ilya Chashnik and Kazimir Malevich.

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May 4, 2017

Arketipo Firenze Launches New Works by Renowned Designers

                                <a href="http://www.arketipo.com/en/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Arketipo Firenze</a> is an Italian brand that brings a sense of fashion with the help of renowned designers that incorporate high-end glamour into their designs. From materials, color selections, and unconventional silhouettes, the brand continues to explore innovative ideas through their collaborations with the likes of <a href="http://www.maurolipparini.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Mauro Lipparini</a>, <a href="https://www.ginocarollo.it/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Gino Carollo</a>, <a href="http://www.dainellistudio.it/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Leonardo Dainelli</a>, and <a href="http://giuseppevigano.it/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Giuseppe Viganò</a>. This latest round of designs was launched during Salone del Mobile 2017.
                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/arketipo-firenze-launches-new-works-by-renowned-designers/arketipo-firenze-1-manta-chaise-giuseppe-vigano/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Arketipo-Firenze-1-Manta-chaise-Giuseppe-Vigano-810x540.jpg" alt="Arketipo Firenze Launches New Works by Renowned Designers" /></a>
                                MANTA is a chaise lounge designed by Giuseppe Viganò with a bold personality that encourages the user to sit in various positions for maximum comfort.

Also by Giuseppe Viganò, the BARRACUDA is a modern chair with a slender silhouette and a strong presence. The back is made of neoprene giving the chair a comfortable, elastic spot to lean back on.

By Mauro Lipparini, NASH is an asymmetrical sofa with a dynamic, sculptural vibe. It features thin legs and feet that support its curvy,

May 4, 2017

John Hogan Solo Exhibition at Future Perfect

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/john-hogan-solo-exhibition-future-perfect/johnhogan_thefutureperfect_13/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://0.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/johnhogan_thefutureperfect_13-810x1038.jpg" alt="John Hogan Solo Exhibition at Future Perfect" /></a>
                                <a href="https://www.thefutureperfect.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">The Future Perfect</a> gallery program has collaborated with Seattle-based artist <a href="http://www.johnhogandesigns.com/"  rel="noopener noreferrer external" data-wpel-link="external">John Hogan</a> to produce a new series of exclusively commissioned glass furniture and sculptures. Launched in New York on May 1 to coincide with Frieze New York and NYCxDESIGN, the new designs will be presented as an experiential installation that will transport viewers to The Future Perfect’s new Los Angeles outpost – <a href="http://design-milk.com/casa-perfect-modern-retail-concept-perfected-david-alhadeff/" data-wpel-link="internal">Casa Perfect</a> – through virtual reality technology.

Hogan’s debut solo exhibition at The Future Perfect will feature one-of-a-kind glass sculptures and his first foray into furniture design, notably a limited edition series of tables that fuse hot glass sculpting and cold-working techniques, allowing Hogan to manipulate the material in both molten and solid states. Trained in traditional glassblowing methods at the acclaimed Toledo Art Museum, John Hogan pushes the boundaries of glassmaking techniques through his cutting-edge innovation and experimental use of light and color. Hogan’s extensive technical knowledge and

May 3, 2017

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for the Mom Who Loves Tech

                                <p class="p1">My dear mom ranks as the most difficult person to purchase gifts for by a wide margin. The silk scarf I brought back from Paris: relegated somewhere back into her closet to never be seen again. The multitude of shoes purchased according to her explicit preferences? “Not my style any more!” Instead, my 70-something mom professes love for two gifts I’ve given: her Apple iPhone and the Amazon Echo – each beloved probably because they answer her beck and call without hesitation. I’m sure this isn’t rare nor the exception these days, septuagenarian or otherwise.</p>

So in the spirit of my own mom, here’s a follow-up to our recent gift guide for Mother’s Day, one catering to the moms with an affinity for the latest devices, apps, streaming, and staying connected:

Mother’s Day Gift Ideas for the Mom Who Loves Tech

1. Baseus Aurora Gradient iPhone Case $20 2. MUJI Aroma Diffuser $70 3. Hay Pion LED Lamp $245 4. Plumen 003 LED Light Bulb $200 5.

May 3, 2017

A Hollywood Hills Hotel Perched on a Beach-Front Hillside in Koh Samui

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/hollywood-hills-hotel-perched-beach-front-hillside-koh-samui/samujana-villa-15-2/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/samujana-villa-15-2-810x608.jpg" alt="A Hollywood Hills Hotel Perched on a Beach-Front Hillside in Koh Samui" /></a>
                                I’m not a beach person myself, and maybe you aren’t either, but a vacation to the <a href="https://www.samujana.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Samujana</a> might change our minds. Designed by <a href="http://gfabarchitects.com/projects/samujana-koh-samui-thailand/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Gary Fell of GFAB Architects</a>, this lavish estate in Koh Samui, Thailand is made up of large, contemporary villas perched on a hillside overlooking a coral cove. Whether you’re looking to enjoy the beach from the estate’s private beach access or from above in its beautifully designed, architectural villas, the <a href="https://www.samujana.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Samujana’s</a> Hollywood Hills aesthetic paired with the scenic views of Koh Samui makes for the ultimate modern luxury vacation.

Villa 15

Villa 1

There are 25 villas available for booking at the Samujana, equipped with modern amenities like infinity pools, state-of-the-art cinemas, private spa treatment rooms, international satellite channels, and more. Whether your’e looking to book for a quiet family vacation, a corporate or wellness retreat, or a destination wedding, these villas are all equipped

May 3, 2017

Introducing Orphan Work: From the Founders of Material Lust

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/introducing-orphan-work-from-the-founders-of-material-lust/orphan-work-1-001-match-striker/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://0.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Orphan-Work-1-001-Match-Striker-810x666.jpg" alt="Introducing Orphan Work: From the Founders of Material Lust" /></a>
                                Designers <a href="http://design-milk.com/friday-five-material-lust/" data-wpel-link="internal">Lauren Larson and Christian Lopez Swafford</a>, the duo that makes up New York City-based <a href="http://www.material-lust.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Material Lust</a>, continually <a href="http://design-milk.com/tag/material-lust/" data-wpel-link="internal">push the envelope</a> with their forward-thinking vision solidifying their their place in both the art and design world. Their latest endeavor sees the launch of <a href="http://www.orphanwork.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Orphan Work</a>, an anonymous place where “orphaned” material can be reimagined into new design objects, like lighting, bookends, candle holders, bottle openers, etc. The clever venture becomes more about the designs and less about the brand behind them. Take a look.

001 INCENSE HOLDER

001 BOWL

001 BOOKEND / DOORSTOP

001 ASHTRAY / DISH

001 REST INCENSE / PEN

001 TRAY

001 CORKSCREW

001/001 BOTTLE OPENERS

001 CANDLE HOLDER

001 SCONCE

001 FLUSHMOUNT

001 PENDANT

001 SEMI-FLUSH

001 FLOOR LAMP

002 CANDLE HOLDER

002 FLUSH MOUNT

002 PENDANT

002 SCONCE

002 REST INCENSE / PEN

002 VASE

003 PENDANT

003 SCONCE

004 SCONCE

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May 3, 2017

Forgotten Collection by Anja Lapatsch and Annika Unger

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/forgotten-collection-by-anja-lapatsch-and-annika-unger/forgotten_collection_lapatsch_unger_final_highres_26/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Forgotten_Collection_Lapatsch_Unger_Final_HighRes_26-810x540.jpg" alt="Forgotten Collection by Anja Lapatsch and Annika Unger" /></a>
                                <a href="http://www.lapatschunger.com/First-Edition-The-Story" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Forgotten Collection</a> is not only a collection of design objects, but they’re objects designed to make you think deeply about time, value, production, and reproduction.

Using unusual materials such as birch-tar and pitch, they worked with archaeological experts to mimic the effects of nature on materials. Designed by Anja Lapatsch and Annika Unger, they aimed to use old world techniques to create a storied collection — to recreate something similar to the oldest archaeological objects found in 220,000 B.C. Using the ancient manufacturing processes of slow pyrolysis (dry distillation) of organic materials in a self-made kiln, it creates a unique look that isn’t too ‘shiny and new’.

The use of birch-pitch also has significance beyond just its look. Throughout time, birch-pitch has soaked up days past, providing a richer, deeper experience beyond just material usage. Using the forgotten method of dry distillation, the series of objects explore

May 3, 2017

Igneous: A Collection of Lighting Made From Bluestone

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/igneous-a-collection-of-lighting-made-from-bluestone/igneous-wall-light-james-walsh-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/Igneous-Wall-Light-James-Walsh-1-810x607.jpg" alt="Igneous: A Collection of Lighting Made From Bluestone" /></a>
                                Australian designer <a href="http://www.jameswalsh.studio/images/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">James Walsh</a> explored ways to use traditional materials, like Victorian Bluestone, in new, contemporary ways when designing the <a href="http://www.jameswalsh.studio/#/igneous/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Igneous Light</a>. The stone’s rich history finds it permeating the architecture and surroundings of Melbourne and beyond, as it’s long been a versatile material. While doing research, Walsh discovered that the natural stone called basalt, or locally known as Victorian Bluestone, covered the city’s roads and had been quarried for over 160 years from the area.

After his research, bluestone seemed like the logical option for creating a design that was quintessentially Melbourne. With that, he reached out to Melbourne quarries to find waste material, which has been a growing problem in recent years. Walsh reached out to fellow designer Ash Allen for help in developing the new project. He happened to have plenty of experience – and a kiln – so they utilized the waste basalt powder from a local bluestone