The Danish do it better. Fact. When it comes to furniture and product design, they have a distinct, unforgettable way of doing it, wouldn’t you agree? Now let’s take the charming duo of Sebastian Holmback and Ulrik Nordentoft, who met at the Danish Design school. They formed the company HolmbackNordentoft – cleverly and simply combining their surnames – 10 years after their graduation.

Well, some things take time, especially good things. Other than combining their names, the Danish duo mainly combine their fabulous sense of aesthetics, while working in a wide range of design areas like interior design, furniture and lighting. From their range of products, today the spotlight is shown on a source of light itself: the Fuego Bio Firelight, designed for and available via Shelton, a company we love to love here. Continue reading →

Famous fashion illustrations on your porcelain cup of tea? Well, why not? Rorstrand, a firm which always sought to find form of collaboration with the most interesting designers, has joined forces with the fabulous, world known illustrator, Lovisa Burfitt, whose fashion illustrations can be regularly seen in several of the most prestigious fashion magazines in the world.

Now thanks to this brilliant cooperation, the eccentric stories of Mademasoille Oiseau – I couldn’t adore the name more! – are decorating finest china in the form of mugs, espresso cups, side plates and trinket box with a lid, assuring to bring tones of elegance and fun in your daily coffee and / or tea ritual. Continue reading →

There’s nothing like a flickering fireplace to set the mood on Christmas eve. However, not all of us are lucky enough to have one or even a mantle to hang our family’s stockings from. In that case, we usually find ourselves looking for new and creative places to hang our Christmas stockings… and let me tell you, this is no easy task!

This year we have a wonderful solution, that will not only take care of this problem but also decorate your room and serve as a handy item for the rest of the year. Continue reading →

If you’re like me, you prefer to beat the crowd and do your holiday decor shopping a bit early. First, I like shopping for the holidays, and second, it takes a bit of time and determination to find that special something that just oozes of quality and finesse.

So this is where I continue with my search for the most beautiful holiday decorations out there… and nothing brings a touch of festivity than a timeless collection of shiny sparkly things, like the one I’d like to show you today. Check it out… Continue reading →

As winter is nearly at our doorstep and with it the cold wind blowing and icy roads, it doesn’t mean our holiday decor should only be kept indoors. Here’s a wonderful outdoor holiday decor collection to brighten up your front porch and add some glitter to your house for all to see. Continue reading →

Trying to keep a small bedroom clear of clutter can be difficult at the best of times, so you might be thinking that a minimalist look could never be achieved with such little space. Actually, it’s quite the opposite; there are plenty of solutions that will save floor space, and make your room look larger and airier! Continue reading →

Another yet sublime product designed by another impressive designer, Swiss Nicolas Thomkins. It seems that there is always just another unforgettable design to share here with you. There is so much happening in the field of design that keeping track requires devotion and a clear mind.

Some products though simply and effortlessly stand out. Such is the case of the Yin Yang chaise long, to which I felt immediate attraction for multiple reasons. It stands for so much I like, prefer and strive for. Excellence in quality, smooth design, inspired concept, to begin with. Continue reading →

As Christmas is nearly upon us, and everyone – friends, family, and even a few pets – are coming to our place, I went searching for a sparkling display. Let’s face it, there’s nothing like a dazzling centerpiece to make everyone stop and stare while making sounds of Ooh and Ahh… That’s why I was so happy when I stumbled upon this beautiful crystal ice tree – Isn’t is gorgeous? Continue reading →

However meditating is something that involves internal processes and complete concentration, supporting our body correctly only adds to a smoother and better experience. Practicing yoga and meditation since about 10 years now, I must admit that I’ve only being using a pillow to support my spine.

This chair made from soft and durable fibers woven from the renewable water hyacinth plant found throughout Southeast Asia, has caught my attention as an alternative. Its design seems to be well thought off, addressing the fact that when one meditates, there is a clear need in feeling grounded, something that cannot be accomplished when sat in “normal” chairs. Continue reading →

Playing around with design can sometimes bring out the most creative of combinations. For example, when I think about a glass of nice Bordeaux, I find myself daydreaming about soft lighting and a relaxing ambiance… and there you have it, all combined in one beautiful product by The Netherlands-based design studio called Oooms.

What started as an assignment at The Design Academy, became a unique pendant lamp shaped like a wineglass. First, it serves as a lamp, but when the lamp is burned out (after approx. 20.000 hours), the glass can start its second life as a wineglass. How lovely, and Eco-friendly too. Continue reading →