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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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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,
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A Modular Outdoor Furniture System Made by Stacking Components

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/a-modular-outdoor-furniture-system-made-by-stacking/schlickeysen-bovedilla-series-01-enorme-studio-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/05/SCHLICKEYSEN-BOVEDILLA-SERIES-01-ENORME-Studio-1-810x544.jpg" alt="A Modular Outdoor Furniture System Made by Stacking Components" /></a>
                                Madrid-based <a href="http://enormestudio.es/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">ENORME Studio</a> was inspired by the work of German machinery manufacturer Carl Schlickeysen, who developed the first machine made to produce bricks by extrusion. Using a similar idea, they developed the SCHLICKEYSEN modular furniture system that consists of modular metal supports and curved, brick-like ceramic forms that fit within them. The components can be configured to create picnic tables, benches, or even grandstands for elevated seating.
The system allows for stacking of the metal supports for the bases and for vertical height, while the ceramic “vaults” create the horizontal surfaces for the seats and tabletops. ENORME Studio began research for the BOVEDILLA SERIES with the goal of applying industrial ceramic pieces to various types of furniture. SCHLICKEYSEN is the first prototype in the BOVEDILLA SERIES, which aims to utilize local materials and produce handcrafted products. The ceramic pieces used for BOVEDILLA SERIES #1 were produced by Grupo Díaz Redondo,
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Good Thing Expands to Include Furniture, Lighting, and Rugs

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/good-thing-expands-include-furniture-lighting-rugs/good-thing-furniture-2017-0/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Good-Thing-Furniture-2017-0-810x578.jpg" alt="Good Thing Expands to Include Furniture, Lighting, and Rugs" /></a>
                                If you’re not aware of <a href="https://supergoodthing.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Good Thing</a>, take a look at <a href="http://design-milk.com/tag/good-thing/" data-wpel-link="internal">our archives</a> where we’ve featured the NY-based brand’s everyday objects since they launched back in 2014. They’ve been creating practical goods but with more thought put into each design and the brand continues that same idea with the unveiling of furniture, lighting, and rugs. Along with Good Thing’s founder, Jamie Wolfond, they’ve reached out to the likes of MSDS, Chen Chen & Kai Williams, Visibility, and Sam Anderson for this latest round of releases. Take a look.
The 6063 Stool, by Toronto-based design studio MDS, pays homage to the glory days of American manufacturing with the use of pure aluminum alloy, which is how it got its name. The stackable stool merges a modern design sensibility with traditional craftsmanship to result in something unique and new. Chen Chen & Kai Williams designed the Pearl Tables, which come in
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Milan Design Week 2017: Färg & Blanche’s Armour mon Armor

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/milan-design-week-2017-farg-blanches-armour-mon-armor/design_milk_fargblanche_mdw17_fi/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Design_Milk_FargBlanche_MDW17_FI-810x810.jpg" alt="Milan Design Week 2017: Färg & Blanche’s Armour mon Armor" /></a>
                                Stockholm-based Swedish-French design duo <a href="http://www.fargblanche.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Färg & Blanche</a> are known for their experimental upholstery, which in the past has seen them sew through wood and form objects from molded felt. Inspired by a three-month residency in Japan and in particular by the armor worn by Samurai warriors, for their latest furniture collection, they have been putting metal through their hardy sewing machines.
“We were fascinated by the mix of hard and soft material, and how they attach to each other,” says Blanche. “The different pieces create a shell when combined together, a protection in three-dimensional form. We were also intrigued by the fact that this armour conveyed a strong sense of the personality of these warriors.” For Salone del Mobile, Fredrick Färg and Emma Marga Blanche held a solo exhibition in the former church – now theatre, Teatro Arsenale. They showed a retrospective of their work together with 10 new furniture
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Fyrn: High Quality, Affordable Flat Packed Furniture

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                                Move over IKEA, there’s a new, flat packed furniture company in town. <a href="https://fyrn.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Fyrn</a> is a quickly growing, San Francisco-based company that offers high-quality, innovative, flat packed furniture at an affordable price.
They recently debuted their first product line, Stemn, which is a series of chairs that ranges from stools of varying heights to dining chairs. They are flat packed, and can be easily assembled without frustration. What makes Stemn stand out is that they combine traditional craftsmanship with a distinct, San Francisco-esque industrialism. They have their own patented Stemn bracket that ensures the furniture is easy to pack but also remains high-end and built to last. 
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Beyond Black by Monica Förster Design Studio

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/beyond-black-by-monica-forster-design-studio/mfds_zanat_jus13/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://3.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/MFDS_Zanat_JUS13-810x540.jpg" alt="Beyond Black by Monica Förster Design Studio" /></a>
                                <a href="http://www.monicaforster.se/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Monica Förster Design Studio</a> extended their collaboration with Bosnian furniture manufacturer <a href="http://www.zanat.org/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Zanat</a> with Beyond Black, a sleek, sultry exhibition that merges the art of Bosnian craft with Sami spiritualism. The wood carving gives nod to traditional Bosnian techniques, while Sami-inspired pewter thread embroidery wraps itself around the the wood. Combining the two is unexpected, but leads to an interesting pairing that adds a contemporary twist.
NUR, Standing mirror STOPME, Door stop / Book stand NERA STOOL, Stool NERA BOWL, bowls UNNA, chair UNNA LOUNGE, lounge chair 
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HUBB: Modular Furniture for Ever-Changing Learning Environments

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/hubb-modular-furniture-for-ever-changing-learning-environments/hubb-modular-mecanoo-gispen-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/HUBB-modular-Mecanoo-Gispen-1-810x540.jpg" alt="HUBB: Modular Furniture for Ever-Changing Learning Environments" /></a>
                                At schools, classes and curriculums are all completely different and evolve over time, but the school environment never seems to change. Learning happens in all different ways and with collaboration becoming more mainstream, it seems logical that furniture would be more conducive to that. Architecture firm <a href="http://www.mecanoo.nl/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Mecanoo</a> and furniture manufacturer <a href="https://www.gispen.com/en/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Gispen</a> joined forces to create an innovative line of modular furniture to help solve exactly that and it’s called <a href="http://www.mecanoo.nl/Projects/project/192/HUBB-Learning-Environments?t=6" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">HUBB</a>.
HUBB is designed for learning environments that see a variety of activities and types of learning. The modular system’s components can be reconfigured as needs change so that institutions won’t have to reinvest again in a few years when they’ve outgrown the previous incarnation. By using screws and snap connections, the pieces can continues to be reused instead of thrown out as typically done. Empty spaces can benefit from various HUBB configurations – stand-alone, against walls, or diner-style booths – and
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Milan Design Week 2017: Ventura Lambrate, Sunshine & Gelato

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/milan-design-week-17-ventura-lambrate-sunshine-gelato/design_milk_lambrate_01/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://0.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Design_Milk_Lambrate_01-810x810.jpg" alt="Milan Design Week 2017: Ventura Lambrate, Sunshine & Gelato" /></a>
                                Smaller than usual, but no less perfectly formed, the 8th edition of <a href="http://www.venturaprojects.com/ventura-lambrate-2017" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Ventura Lambrate</a> saw 128 exhibitors from all over the world flock to this undeveloped corner of Milan to showcase their wares. There was sunshine, there was gelato, and there were new designers – Ventura Lambrate is <a href="http://design-milk.com/tag/milan-design-week/" data-wpel-link="internal">Milan Design Week</a> at its best. (Above: concrete vases by <a href="http://amandalilholt.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Studio Amanda Lilholt</a>)
In Progress by Petter Fjellman-Lätt was part of the HDK – Academy of Design and Crafts exhibition entitled Almost Complete – it highlights every stage of the making process within the finished object. Function… Is In The Eye of the Beholder by Lydia Kumlien was part of the same exhibition, and shone a light on the interface between object and user, where the user defines the function of the piece. And the final collection from the same show was called Together Stools, in which Helen Johannesson has designed three stools
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Scenery Collection by Daisuke Kitagawa

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/scenery-collection-by-daisuke-kitagawa/daisuke-kitagawa-scenery-0/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Daisuke-Kitagawa-Scenery-0-810x540.jpg" alt="Scenery Collection by Daisuke Kitagawa" /></a>
                                Tokyo-based designer <a href="http://design-milk.com/city-suitcase-designer-daisuke-kitagawa-tokyo-culture/" data-wpel-link="internal">Daisuke Kitagawa</a>, of <a href="http://www.designforindustry.jp/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Design For Industry</a>, unveiled his latest collection at this year’s SaloneSatellite featuring furniture, furnishings, and accessories. With the theme being Scenery, Kitagawa took inspiration from travel and the surrounding cityscapes we encounter along the way. The scenes become memories ingrained in us and we attach feelings to them that we can recall at anytime. The collection aims to evoke those same joyful memories by scaling down some of those cityscapes and making them a part of everyday life.
The Floe coffee table offers plenty of storage space without the visual heaviness a solid table would have. Its stainless steel base reflects the light that filters through the two sheets of moveable glass surfaces. The glass can be arranged in various configurations based on the looks or your storage needs. The Lattice cabinet goes for a more minimalist look by doing away with handles and
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Riva Collection by Jasper Morrison for Kettal

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/riva-collection-by-jasper-morrison-for-kettal/riva-kettal-jasper-morrison-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Riva-Kettal-Jasper-Morrison-1-810x444.jpg" alt="Riva Collection by Jasper Morrison for Kettal" /></a>
                                Designer <a href="https://www.jaspermorrison.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Jasper Morrison</a> has created a collection of outdoor furniture for <a href="https://www.kettal.com/kettal/index.php?IdiomaWeb=ING" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Kettal</a> that utilizes traditional plank construction of the seat and back. The <a href="https://www.kettal.com/kettal/producto_index.php?COL_ID=142&IdiomaWeb=ING" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Riva</a> Collection is made of solid teak wood and consists of dining chairs, club armchair, 2-seater sofa, 3-seater sofa, dining tables, and small tables to complete the perfect atmosphere in your outdoor space.
By using plank construction, the comfort of the smooth seat and back are elevated, while at the same time giving the pieces a sleek modern look. The entire collection has an overall relaxed, comfortable yet sophisticated look that would even look great indoors in a living room or dining room. 
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Etta: Multifunctional Furniture for Indoor Plants

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/etta-multifunctional-furniture-for-indoor-plants/etta-plant-furniture-dossofiorito-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Etta-plant-furniture-Dossofiorito-1-810x810.jpg" alt="Etta: Multifunctional Furniture for Indoor Plants" /></a>
                                Italian furniture brand <a href="http://www.zilioaldo.it/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Zilio A&C</a> recently partnered with design duo Livia Rossi and Gianluca Giabardo of <a href="http://www.dossofiorito.com/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Dossofiorito</a> on a multifunctional piece of furniture called <a href="http://dossofiorito.com/portfolio/etta/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Etta</a>. The design acts as a place to display your plants and objects, it’s a space divider, and it also offers a place to sit, perfect for putting on your shoes.
The original discussion was to create a place for indoor plants, which led to the idea of letting the plants grow to become a natural divider for interior spaces. The playful, modular Etta answers that and then some with its finished design made up of four removable components. There’s a small round shelf, two different upright screens, and an upholstered backrest that you can reconfigure to a setup that works for you, your plants, and your storage situation. Etta launched at the 2017 Salone del Mobile and Collezione SaloneSatellite in Milan. All image © Zilio A&C / Matevž
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Milan Design Week 2017: The Highlights

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                                Another sunny April means another <a href="http://design-milk.com/tag/milan-design-week/" data-wpel-link="internal">Milan Design Week</a> – the annual Italian celebration of furniture and product design that draws crowds from across the globe. Before we get started with more in-depth posts on individual shows and installations, here is a flavor of some of the highlights from this year’s festival.
Definitely one of the most Instagrammed installations this year, was Jaime Hayon’s Stone Age Folk for Caesarstone. It was housed in the Palazzo Serbelloni and inspired by “flora, fauna and folklore” with references to the 1851 Great Exhibition’s Crystal Palace. “I hope, with this very graphic and folkloric installation, to put a smile on people’s faces,” says Hayon. He certainly did that. La Pelota is always a favorite destination during Milan Design Week and this year played host for the launch of Hermès’ latest homeware collection, including a cast bronze table by British designers Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby, and
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The Stammplatz Chair Designed By Alfredo Häberli

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/the-stammplatz-chair-designed-by-alfredo-haberli/quodes-stammplatz-alfredohaberli-armleuning-0049/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://1.design-milk.com/images/2017/03/Quodes-Stammplatz-AlfredoHaberli-Armleuning-0049-810x824.jpg" alt="The Stammplatz Chair Designed By Alfredo Häberli" /></a>
                                Inspired by history, this modern chair is a simple design that hides a detailed, well-thought out chair. Designed by <a href="http://www.alfredo-haeberli.com/home" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Alfredo Häberli</a> for <a href="http://quodes.com/wp/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Quodes</a>, the <a href="http://quodes.com/wp/project/stammplatz/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Stammplatz</a> chair was created to accompany the <a href="http://quodes.com/wp/project/stammtisch-oval-by-alfredo-haberli/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Stammtisch</a> table range. Both are inspired by the traditional handmade wooden chairs often seen in the Swiss Alps.
The Stammplatz chair has three distinct parts — its sharp legs, a sleek, laser-cut seat, and the backrest. The edge of the seat has a subtle slant inwards, creating a more comfortable sitting experience. The chair comes with our without padding, and is available is ash or oak wood. 
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Dune Offers a New Way of Sitting While Staying Connected

                                                <a href="http://design-milk.com/dune-offers-a-new-way-of-sitting-while-staying-connected/dune_front-offecct-1/" data-wpel-link="internal"><img src="http://2.design-milk.com/images/2017/04/Dune_Front-Offecct-1-810x580.jpg" alt="Dune Offers a New Way of Sitting While Staying Connected" /></a>
                                Swedish design studio <a href="http://www.frontdesign.se/" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Front</a> challenges the way we think of relaxed seating, whether it’s for an office, public space, or even a residence, in a unique design for <a href="http://www.offecct.se/en" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Offecct</a>, called <a href="http://www.frontdesign.se/dune-project" data-wpel-link="external"  rel="external noopener noreferrer">Dune</a>. Front recognizes the need for informal seating, especially in flexible office spaces and lobbies that are always changing things up. One thing that doesn’t change, is the need for collaboration and seating in those environments making Dune a great option.
Designed to float within a space, Dune provides seating for up to eight people who can easily work together or independently with the four attached tabletops that rise from the legs. Besides offering a flat surface to work, hidden underneath each table top is a USB outlet to let you charge your devices. Despite its large size, the asymmetrical Dune appears light, almost like it’s floating. 
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