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Product Watch: Stardust by JAB

Colour explosions with the Stardust Collection Stardust is the dynamic collection of vivid and colourful viscose rugs. The playful use of colour and design makes for a truly unique and contemporary collection of eye-catching centre pieces. The hero piece and namesake of the collection, Stardust, is inspired by the Indian Holi Festival of Colour and depicts an explosion of expressive… Read More >

25 April 2016

5 Rules on Innovation

  Design Insider went out to BCFA members to find out what innovation meant to them, the feedback we received was really interesting and a real mix, from these answers we have created a set of rules that showcase what innovative design means 1st rule: Push the boundaries ‘Make what seems impossible , possible’ is the… Read More >

25 April 2016

6 WONDERFUL IDEAS

“Innovation: the action or process of innovating, this could be through a new method, idea or product.” To be successful in today’s fast moving world innovation is the key. Here we profile a selection of products that are truly breaking the boundaries. Camira Fabrics Camira’s experience in developing its acclaimed Sting fabric  has led to… Read More >

21 April 2016

Q&A with Libor Sostak, Lasvit

Libor Sošťák (born 1987) is a product designer born in the Czech Republic. While studying design at the Academy of Art, Architecture he also gained product design experience in Utrecht, Netherlands where he learned more about conceptual design. Libor has exhibited at many Czech and international exhibitions such as Designblok, Czech Grand Design awards, Maison-Objet,… Read More >

20 April 2016

Product Watch: Chad Lighting – Barcelona

Chad expands its leather range with the new table light, Barcelona. With a distinctive arch shape, Barcelona is suitable for public areas, living rooms or as a large bedside light. The central cleft, in contrasting leather colour adds flair to the design. Different leather combinations can be specified.   CONTACT CHAD  

19 April 2016

GRESHAM BRINGS NORTHERN SOUL TO CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK

Celebrating 40 years as one of the UK’s largest, most experienced and trusted independent designers and manufacturers of workspace furniture, Gresham will be showcasing a range of innovative office chairs and its bespoke business solutions, as well as unveiling a new striking corporate identity and website at this year’s Clerkenwell Design Week. The company’s London… Read More >

14 April 2016

Product Watch: Vertical Layers by Shaw Contract Group

Shaw Contract Group introduces Vertical Layers, a collection inspired by the beauty of surfaces exposed to the elements of time. The Collection features five new carpet tile styles; Expose, Relief, Uncover, Tinge and Undertone, which bring in design effects such as paint peeling off wooden surfaces, oxidisation, and weathered and worn look. The design-led collection… Read More >

13 April 2016