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DESIGN INSPIRATION | AWARD WINNING VIPP SHELTER

5 February 2015

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The Vipp shelter recently won best brand extension in the Wallpaper Design Awards 2015 and you can easily see why. The Danish brand that started off with pedal bins has expanded and gone from strength to strength over the years. Embracing new technologies as well as reaching out to social media and hosting a styling competition last autumn for influential bloggers. My invite got lost in the post – apparently.

When I first saw the shelter I thought what a great concept, expecting the photos to turn out to be 3D computer visualisations. But the cynic in me was proven wrong when I found out that you can actually BUY this shelter including all fittings for a mere 485,000 Euros! Great value if you ask me as you’re not just buying the 55sqm space but the whole Vipp world – an experience you can’t put a price tag on. And no, they didn’t pay me to say that but here’s a quote that sums up the experience beautifully:

The starting point of the Vipp shelter is going back to basics; back to nature in a dense, compact space wrapped in the Vipp DNA. The landscape is purposely framed, turning it into the predominant element of the interior space. Each piece of interior and its dominant dark tones are carefully selected in order to keep focus on nature. The sliding window frames accentuate the sensation of living in nature by blurring the distinction of indoor outdoor space.

All you have to do is tell them where you want your humble shelter to be placed. Genius!

 

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vipp shelter, danish, design, form follows function, dna, brand experience, wallpaper magazine awards, indoor, outdoor, framing nature, vipp world, experience, style, trend, design inspiration, design, architecture, interior, decor

vipp shelter, danish, design, form follows function, dna, brand experience, wallpaper magazine awards, indoor, outdoor, framing nature, vipp world, experience, style, trend, design inspiration, design, architecture, interior, decor

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MORE INFORMATION & PHOTOGRAPHY | Vipp
 
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MOOD BOARD | IN LOVE WITH GREY

14 January 2015

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I’m going to continue the monochrome theme today with grey which has always been a bit of a favourite colour for me. It’s so flattering in clothing and interiors as it provides a great backdrop and base for pops of colour.

Last week I came across Cereal founder and editor Rosa Parks article of The Graham & Co and fell in love with the look of this small boutique hotel in the Catskills, a mere 100 miles north of New York City.

Perfectly located for hiking, fishing and skiing the hotel describes itself as a modern take on the classic weekend getaway. It is run by four friends who all have a background in design and fashion which accounts for the simple modern rustic styling of the rooms. Rosa’s shot of the branded grey blanket above gives you a flavour of the hotel’s laid back and comfortable style. Check out their website for more details.

And if you don’t already follow Rosa on Instagram make sure to check out her inspirational feed.

 
NOTE | All shots used on the mood board via my Pinterest boards
 
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RUUTU VASES FOR IITTALA

10 January 2015

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I’m not normally a fan of coloured glass but somehow I find myself fascianted by these diamond-shaped Ruutu vases designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Finnish design brand Iittala.

It’s a collection of 10 vases in five sizes and seven watercolour tones, which fit together in different arrangements to overlay the colours. As the photography demonstrated they can look stunning in a simple setting with light flooding through the delicate handblown glass. The designers explain their concept:

We were seeking to express the purity of glass blowing in this simple diamond shape. We wanted to show the sophisticated range of Iittala colours while at the same time handing the job over to the user who will feel tempted to have several modules to create his or her own individual assemblage.

I like the playful nature and the delicate tones of the different vases which look just as stunning with or without displaying flowers.
 
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PHOTOGRAPHY | Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec with thanks
MORE INFORMATION | Iittala
 
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INTERIORS CRUSH | SWISS SKI CHALET

11 December 2014

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Are you ready for another interiors crush!? I dunno but I’ve just got a thing at the moment for all things modern/rustic as you can tell from my newly created Pinterest board.

Maybe it’s the cold weather or the fact that I haven’t even seen a glimpse of a mountain in a gazillion years but I love what Dutch interior designer Marcel Wolterinck has done with this Swiss ski chalet. Would you have guessed that it’s a new-build!?

Marcel mixed old and new wood for the interior and kept the colour palette deliberately muted to emphasise the different textures and materials. I especially love the floorboards which have been painted in shades of grey to give them a more lived in look.

My favourite room has to be the kitchen diner with its’ wood paneled feature wall. The rough old woods contrasts beautifully with the glossy black kitchen units and industrial style stainless steel countertop and the extravagant chandelier adds a touch of glamour.

But the pièce de résistance has to be the large terrace that connects the interior with it’s stunning alpine surroundings and mountain views. I’d happily crash out on the daybed next to the fire pit. *bliss*
 

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INTERIOR DESIGN | Marcel Wolterinck
PHOTOGRAPHY | Davide Lovatti with thanks
 
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PEOPLE TO WATCH | THE FUTURE KEPT

8 December 2014

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Happy Monday y’all. It’s been a while since I’ve introduced some People To Watch but nestled in the south-east corner of England are husband and wife team Jeska and Dean Hearne who have created a collection of best in class products all with a story to tell under the name of The Future Kept.

Both come from a creative background and their eye for design and detail has led them to curate a selection of beautiful and useful items that are made with love by people with a passion for what they do, and a care for the future of the world we live in.

All items are designed and carefully sourced from independent designers, makers, artisans and entrepreneurs with timeless qualities inspiring a curiosity and desire within people to make more sustainable and ethical choices.

I fully endorse the fight against our throw-away society and especially during the lead up to Christmas – which often ends up in a shopping frenzy – a little thoughtfulness goes a long way. So to make your life easier I’ve selected some of my favourite goods from their site below. Frankly all their products are fantastic and for the time-poor amongst you Jeska and Dean have put together some clever gift choices for HIM and HER.

I especially love the Uashmama (pronounced wash mama) bags featured above. They look and feel like leather, but wash like a fabric and hold its form – the ultimate in promoting sustainability. The bags are designed and handcrafted in Tuscany by a company created by four sisters in homage to their Mother, who are passionate about designing nature friendly, stylish products that celebrate Tuscan tradition with innovation.

If you sign up to their mailing list you’ll even get a 10% discount – sign up and take a browse.
 

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01 // Uashmama Carry Bag
02 // Sail Deluxe Leather Key Ring
03 // Uashmama Alle Everyday Handbag
04 // Handmade Sycamore Wooden Ladle
05 // Vintage African Arrows
06 // Herbal Bath Oil
07 // Uashmama Washable Paper Bag Small
08 // Clay Pot Candle
09 // British Made 100% Wool Wafer Throw

 

 
MORE INFORMATION & PHOTOGRAPHY | The Future Kept with thanks

 
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