Have you ever wanted a one stop place where you can view iconic Design classics without having to individually trawl through each manufacturers websites? Well fear not, thanks to John Lewis you can now scroll through an interactive info graphic which covers iconic pieces of timeless Design over the past 70 years. Information regarding the pieces/Designers is available by clicking on the image and if you really like what you see and fancy purchasing a piece of Design History, then you can always purchase through John Lewis by clicking on the link above. Have a scroll below and enjoy! SCROLL ME, CLICK ME, READ ME...
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As I was sifting through this month's ICON magazine I came across a double page advert for Chorus Furniture. I was taken a back by the stunning Theo range by the designer legend Simon Pengelly. He has done a wide variety of furniture for an equally diverse range of manufacturers and his products never fail to please. Available in a variety of finishes including beech, natural oak, stains and solid colours (above) and also available in standard side chair, bench and stool configuration means it is a versatile choice for any Interior situation. Made from veneered Plywood it is strong, lightweight and durable. However what seals the deal for me, and potentially specifying this for use within a commercial environment, is that they can be stacked. This is a major advantage for space saving and allowing for rooms to have a multifunctional use. A useful addition to this is the option of having an upholstered version which adds a splash of accent colour to it. The mix of the beech finish and the lime green upholstery is a fantastic combo and adds a sense of freshness to a variety of spaces especially within an educational environment.
If you would like more information regarding the Theo chair by Simon Pengelly then please click here! Bang & Olufsen have released the Beolit 12, Denmark's answer to the boombox. When boomboxes are mentioned it conjures up images of 1980's Compton, somewhat more Run-DMC than run of the mill Danish Design. Boomboxes, or Ghetto Blasters as they were pinned, were a lot more abrupt, forthright and made an 'in your face' statement simply by the exaggeration of size and scale. This re-interpretation plays to the strengths of B&O. It's sleek, suave and very Scandinavian. The inconspicuous exterior shell hides the modesty of the space age gadgetry that lies within. Wireless I-Pod streaming, 2.1 stereo system and 120 watt class D amplifiers. What made the original boomboxes a success was their portability which automatically meant that R-Pain, T-Kelly and DJ Jazzy Jeff looked extremely cool blasting their tunes. The Beolit 12 is a bit more subtle, it boasts a full grain Italian leather strap and the whole unit weighs less than 2.8kg. It's the perfect statement for the preppy school kid with a bit of extra cash. The Beolit 12 is available from store.beoplay.com and RRP is £599.99 and is available in a modest range of colour finishes.
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