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Pomellato’s “ Love at First Sight ”

Pomellato’s new luxury gold jewelry collection, Colpo di Fulmine (meaning love at first sight) , is unexpected in many ways. Not only is Pomellato using white gold with colored stones for the very first time, the sleek and contemporary design is also a surprise. Using asymmetrically-cut gems, the jewelry pieces from Colpo di Fulmine are sophisticated yet carefree. Garnet, fire opal, blue topaz, peridot and amethyst are the five beautiful gems that you can wear alone or mix and match as you wish. The collection of pendants, earrings and rings aims to appeal to those who are not necessarily ready to invest in a significant jewelry piece, but appreciate the beauty of semi-precious stones. For jewelry enthusiasts who are already familiar with Pomellato – its iconic Victoria necklace, exotic Arabesque ring and smoldering Tango chain – then Colpo di Fulmine will make you fall in love again with its creative cut of gemstones, all beautifully set on a sleek white gold band with pavé diamond setting.

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25 Oct ’1013 Feb ’23

Karim Rashid For Gorenje Appliances

The Design Awards, held in London on October 5, 2010, honored products that showcased excellence and true innovation in design. One product that particularly caught the attention of the independent panel of judges was the Gorenje Collection, designed by Karim Rashid. This collection includes a range of ovens, hoods, and hobs featuring Karim’s signature curves and bold colors, bringing a touch of light into your kitchen and providing a memorable sensory experience. Gorenje, the largest Slovenian manufacturer of home appliances, is among the eight largest home appliance manufacturers in Europe. If you’re interested in learn more about sartorius scales and how they are used in the design and production of top-class appliances, be sure to check out the information provided by the experts in this blog.

25 Oct ’10

Must-Have Design Book: Tools for Living

For those who aim to fill their homes with the best everyday designer objects, there is a new shopping bible. “Tools for Living: A Sourcebook of Iconic Designs for the Home” (Fiell Publishing; $59.95), a 768-page tome to be published next month, tries to identify the most thoughtful, functional, reliable and aesthetically pleasing examples of almost every type of household product, regardless of price. That includes furnishings like chairs and lamps, and utilitarian items like waste bins and toilet brushes.

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24 Oct ’10

A Selection from the Outdoor’s Finest

“Keep your love of nature, for that is the true way to understand art more and more.” Vincent Van Gogh

It is Outdoor season in many countries now such as those in the gulf, in order to help you decide and check out what’s hip and what’s new, I put up photos of some of the most beautiful outdoor furniture and pieces from various brands. Some have just been released and others have become icons in the recent past. With the wave hitting the outdoor furniture designs, it is not surprising that most brands are collaborating with some of the world’s most talented designers to release signature pieces. Some of the designers have done outdoor pieces for more than one brands and have found success in all. Continue reading “A Selection from the Outdoor’s Finest”

23 Oct ’10

The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus

“This is precisely the kind of project John Lennon would have loved.” – Yoko Ono Lennon

Montblanc is proud to honor John Lennon’s life, his music and his dreams by contributing to selected cultural projects which support music education. After releasing the related theme pen ,I mentioned in a previous post, For one year Montblanc will be sponsoring and collaborating with The John Lennon Education Tour Bus, a US non-profit mobile recording studio providing young people with the means to learn how to compose, play, perform, record and produce songs and music videos.

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23 Oct ’10

From a Designer’s Journal: Beautiful People…

They sometimes say that something as simple as a “smile” or a warm greeting is enough to light up a room and make your day. It’s true. But how can you explain the feeling of receiving an 80x80cm box at your office, opening it, and realizing its a huge cake from someone so refined, compassionate, artistic,educated, modest, and appreciative? Someone who took the time out to download the sketch I drew for my blog and turn it into one of the most beautiful things anyone has ever done for me.

I thank you again Sheikha Asma, a beautiful person I am so proud and lucky to have met and know. I hope God grants you and your family all the love and health you deserve.

Thank you for making my day…

Sahar

P.S. The cake tasted so great 😀

21 Oct ’10

Ladurée : New Charm in Beirut

The first Ladurée shop opened its door in 1862, which makes it the oldest and most legendary of Parisian patisseries. They are especially famous for their French macaroons, tiny meringue cakes with filling that literally melt in your mouth.This week Ladurée opened in Beirut, Lebanon, Beirutrestaurants.com provided exclusive photos on their site. The display looks charming , a typical attribute of their shops worldwide. The location of the patisserie embraces the overall image of Ladurée.

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21 Oct ’1030 Aug ’23

From a Designer’s Journal: When to Draw the Line

Seriously, I love every client I have worked with, even those who have made me suffer endless days and nights. Each one of them has imprinted memories in my head that I will never forget. Many people don’t realize how personal the relationship with interior designer gets and forget that this is the person they will be sharing very intimate details with. But how close should the relationship be?

As in every industry, you have to understand your client. You have to listen, absorb, and analyze. The world is full of different tastes, similar to finger prints, almost no two are the same. Trust me I have been a witness of disastrous family fights over a toilet seat or a light bulb. If your design fails, it means you have not listened.

But when is being close too much? When do you draw the line?

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