COMMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGN VOLUME I

FULL MOON CRYSTAL CHANDELIER Chafik Gasmi 2010

ake our advice, step into the lobby of the Corinthia London and look up. Above you will be the Full Moon, a crystal chandelier designed by talented Parisian Chafik Gasmi and produced by Baccarat. At home in its custom-fitted domed glass atrium, 1,001 crystal baubles make the 4.15 metre-wide chandelier the largest of its kind ever created. Look carefully and you’ll spot Baccarat’s signature red crystal lying at the heart of the two-tonne piece. The creation was a collaborative effort, with Gasmi working closely with interior designers GA Design International. Baccarat partnered with MTS, a prototype company, to work on the structure and commissioned Le Deun Luminaires.

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BLOOM EASY ARMCHAIR Kenneth Cobonpue 2009

n what may be furnishing’s answer to the Venus fly trap, the Bloom armchair is a fantastical creation by Philippines-based designer Kenneth Cobonpue. The botanically inspired chair is handmade of microfibre, stitched over a resin top, mounted on a steel base. It comes in a variety of colours including moss green, lime green, yellow, muted red and black. Invisible supports form shapes reminiscent of soft and graceful musical tones. The playfulness and realism of its form is a testament to Cobonpue’s talent.

hat's the connection between the Romans, Antoni Gaudi and SICIS? Answer: a love of mosaics. SICIS’s collaboration with Christian Lacroix on a new premier furniture collection utilises intricate Italian mosaics. Theodora is the icon and symbol of Ravenna where she reigns in the basilica, laid out in mosaic splendour. Lacroix said with this furniture, the mosaic work is kept to a minimum otherwise it would look heavy handed.

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SICIS THEODORA MOSAIC Christian Lacroix 2011

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SPUN (CORIOLIS) Thomas Heatherwick 2011

f you’ve ever considered yourself a bit of a spinner then the new chair from Marzorati Ronchetti, which debuted at the 2011 Milan Furniture Fair, may be just the thing to test the theory. The chair, designed by Thomas Heatherwick, looks just like a spinning top. Each chair is handmade and horizontal grooves create an impression of spinning. The peripheral edge and foot of the chair feature a leather trim to prevent damage to the floor, should the sitter fancy a bit of a twirl.

YSENBERG TABLEWARE Ysenberg 2011

asily one of the most luxurious pieces that may ever line a wall or your table, Ysenberg tiles and tableware are for those with a deep wallet and an eye for gold. These objects have a 22-karat gold foil inlay, which lends opulence to an otherwise everyday product. Each unique tile is crafted in small factories in Austria, using traditional glass blowing techniques. The process is a complicated one, with layers of glass and 22-karat gold having to be melted into place, without disrupting the design.

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he thought of sitting on skin is not an attractive one but the leather chair of the same name is surprisingly comfortable and light. The seating acts as a suspended sculpture with decorative leather elements making it structural. The product is the result of a collaboration between architect Jean Nouvel and Molteni & C. The SKiN cover comes in leather or double-face felt, featuring geometric incisions which cannot be removed. This lounge seating has an elegant profile and is available as a sofa or chair.

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SKIN LEATHER CHAIR Jean Nouvel 2010

WILMA'S COMET LED PENDANT Bruce Munro 2010

ilma’s Comet is a new fibre optic pendant from Bruce Munro. Wilma’s Comet took shape whilst Munro was pondering the theory that a comet wiped out the dinosaurs. “I immediately went in search of dinosaurs and discovered a batch basking in a local toyshop window. My mind’s eye image of an exploding orb of light was very much in the style of vintage comic books from the 50s and 60s,” Munro explained.

eng shui with rock’s rhythm, this radiator can warm you and your interiors up in no time. Radiators definitely don’t have to be plain or ugly looking grills tucked away in a corner of your room. They can be modern, stylish and eye-catching as well. Karim Rashid designed the Rock and Roll radiator which brings a sense of contemporary design to an otherwise overlooked piece of interiors. The Rock and Roll radiator is made of Domovari, a combination of pure minerals and clear resins. Small, oval-shaped tiles have been placed on top of each other to form a stack.

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ROCK AND ROLL RADIATOR Karim Rashid 2010

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MARSTON CHANDELIERS Sharon Marston 1997-2011

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haron Marston creates dramatic lighting features with fibre optic filaments using material from a range of industries including fine bone china, hand-blown glass and woven polymers. Her London based studio has won international acclaim for its chandeliers and vibrant backdrops and works across a range of industries including art, fashion and product design. She combines traditional techniques with contemporary design with projects from private residences to international large-scale features in the commercial and hospitality sectors.

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VESSEL LIGHTS Samuel Wilkinson 2010

ooking like a tinted cross between a vase and a bulb, the Vessel series of lights, by industrial designer Samuel Wilkinson, emphasises the design power of hand-crafted, and mouth-blown objects. Each piece is unique, with the glass hand blown by London-based master glassmaker and designer Stewart Hearn. When illuminated the glass tint mutes the light, without hiding the form, producing an unexpected irregular reflection that appears holographic.

TWILIGHT FLOOR LAMP DK Home 2011

hat looks like a massive seashell is actually that. Handmade to sustainable perfection, Twilight would probably make you feel you’re under the sea with Ariel and Sebastian. The grey-and-white Twilight floor lamp is part of DK Home's Spring 2011 collection and can be placed outdoors to give your garden an ethereal feel at night. Get swimming under the sea with the Twilight lighting.

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ROBOX SHELVING Fabio Novembre 2011

obox by Fabio Novembre is a shelving unit in the shape of, you guessed it, a robot. It comprises several boxes mixmatched together with a red box placed where, anatomically, the heart would be. It is reminiscent of the Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz.

oo old to live out those dreams of success in the beautiful game? The Bonzini B90 Table Football, made from beech wood and clad in bull leather, designed by Bruno Domeau and Philippe Pérès may be the answer.

FAVN FRITZ HANSEN SOFA Jamie Hayón 2011

ver sat on a multicultural sofa? The Favn is made by Spanish designer, Jaime Hayón but it means ‘embrace’ in Danish because it was made for Fritz Hansen furniture company, which is based in Denmark, a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe. It comes in eight fabrics; Fame, Hot, Magic, Steelcut, Steelcut Trio, Hallingdal, Divina and Divina Melange and is split into two parts; a base and back shell. Hayón is renowned for his gritty edge designs thanks to an interest in the skateboard culture and graffiti art.

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rop a hole in your wallet with the ultimate in luxurious billiards tables: the steel and resin BlackLight billiards table. The sleek object costs near $35,000 and comes with internal lighting.

BONZINI B90 TABLE FOOTBALL Domeau and Pérès 2009

BLACKLIGHT BILLIARD TABLE Billard's Toulet 2010

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FIN ARMCHAIR Daria Boutle and Nora Voon 2010

ave a seat on a flight of fancy with this armchair designed by Daria Boutle and Nora Voon of London-based design team Noda Designs. Fin, is an oversized, curvaceous lounge chair upholstered in velvet and adorned with aqua and green feathers. It is made from a walnut frame and comes in six colours; Chocoholic brown, Bordeaux - burgundy, Black swan - charcoal grey, Scarlet Diva - red, Dijon - mustard, Azur - turquoise.

ooking like a large, artistic incarnation of a famous puzzle, the Cube designed and built for Modula-conceptio, by Mino Longo, blurs the line between art and design. Part sculpture, part fi xture, the Cube is made from a range of different colours in acrylic sheets penetrated with resin blocks of mixed thickness and translucence. The object’s surprising function as a light fi xture means these blocks are lit from within, changing the impact of their colour and pattern according to the natural light outside.

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CUBE SCULPTURE Mino Longo 2008

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LANTERN ECOSMART FIRES Marc P. Veenendaal 2009 arm up on a chilly desert night with the trendy outdoor lantern by EcoSmart Fires. The lantern stands 792mm high and each side is decorated with an interesting abstract cut-out pattern. When lit, the pattern is enhanced by the flame, creating a dramatic fireplace effect. The EcoSmart Fire Lantern is designed for indoor and outdoor use, and is suitable for residential and commercial settings. It can be turned on and off using the accompanying lid which extinguishes the flame once put into position. As with all EcoSmart fires, the lantern runs on Denatured Ethanol, renewable energy.

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THE CRYSTAL LIGHT QisDesign 2010

f the makers of the Rubik's Cube teamed up with FIFA to design a lighting fi xture, then they may have come up with something like this. Actually designed by QisDesign, the Crystal Light is an LED fi xture which allows you to assemble the ‘crystals’ into any form you want. Each crystal is connected by a magnet and the light can be changed via remote control. The interactive element is possible thanks to the low temperature of the LED.

hile most boardroom tables are as dull as the meetings they facilitate, Formtank's 2d3d offers a welcome break from the norm. A combination of complex maths and precision engineering, the table’s strength is derived from triangles.

2D3D TABLE Formtank 2008

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DIAMOND CHAIR Harry Bertoia 1952

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hrow your room back to the retro 1950s with the Marshmallow Sofa, which brings the Pop Art movement to furnishing. The sofa experienced a revival when Herman Miller brought it back in 1999.

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MARSHMALLOW SOFA I Harper and G Nelson 1956

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f your wife asks for a diamond and you get her this chair by Harry Bertoia, it's a fair chance that she won't be happy. But we think that she should be. Manufactured by Knoll, Bertoia's 1952 Diamond Chair is made with welded steel rods in polished or satin chrome. The Italian-born designer said: "If you look at these chairs, they are mainly made of air, like sculpture. Space passes right through them." As it's probably not too comfortable to sit on steel rods, cushions can be secured to the chair with lock-snaps. Full covers can be stretched over the wire seat basket and secured with hooks.

LAGOON DAYBED Klaus Nolting 2011

BIORB LIFE AQUARIUM Reef One 2008

f you have 4000-odd Euros to splurge, the cocoon-shaped Lagoon daybed might be something that would catch your eye. The Lagoon daybed comes with a sunsail for fascinating moments in summer nights, and is a dream to relax on. Designed by Klaus Nolting for Solpuri, this cosy item is totally weather-proof.

ife in a fish bowl just got better. Showing that aquariums are no longer just glass boxes, the biOrb Life aquariums come in three high-gloss varieties – Ice White, Piano Black and Chilli Red – and in three sizes. To keep your fish happy and healthy the aquariums have a built in filter to keep the water clear. The latest in LED lighting technology replicates a natural 24 hour light cycle, with sunrise, sunset and blue moonlight periods. The aquariums are suitable for fancy goldfish or small temperate fish. Heaters are available if you'd prefer your fish to be tropical.

WHALETONE PIANO Robert Majkut 2011

erfect for designconscious ivory ticklers, Robert Majkut's Whaletone was inspired by the designer's dream of a grand piano that possessed the "soft, flowing, frozen movement of a gigantic animal". Majkut explains the design process: "One day, while working on this concept already a bit obsessively, my mind unlocked and my hand drew the piano from my dream." The result is a sculptural digital piano that resembles a whale breaking the waves. Thankfully the Whaletone is not just style and no substance - the four-channel amplifier, dynamic sound and comfortable keyboard make it sophisticated enough for professional musicians.

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JIM RELAXES CHAIR Matali Crasset 2010

he first thing that hits you is the colour. But don’t worry, if orange leather isn’t your thing, there’s another 69 to choose from. Birch and plywood make the base and high-density foam keeps the cushions plump. The seat lies low and with no arms to get in the way sliding on and off this armchair is easy. Designed by Matali Crasset for Domeau & Pérès, it comes with a matching foot rest.

SAVOY VASE Alvar Aalto 1937

alto's inspiration for this iconic glass vase remains a bit of a mystery to date. Some believe it reflects the geography of the Finnish archipelago, while others say it resembles an indigenous dress. Either way it's a beautiful item that's still made by Iittala.

PH ARTICHOKE LIGHT Poul Henningsen 1958

rtichokes; they're a welcome addition to fancy pizzas and they can also look great hanging from your ceiling. Poul Henningsen's PH Artichoke was created in 1958 and is considered to be a classical masterpiece. It is made of 12 steel arches and weighs 55lbs. With 72 copper 'leaves' in 12 circular rows, the fi xture can be viewed from any angle without the light source being visible. Manufactured by Louis Poulsen, the pictured PH Artichoke is a 50th anniversary model with leaves gilded in 24-carat gold.

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LOOP CHAIR Sophie de Vocht 2011

all asleep in this colourful chair and you will experience the best dreams you've ever had. Loop was created by Sophie de Vocht, thanks to an interest in the technique of ‘tufting’, typically used to make rugs. It comprises tufts of yarn inserted though a needle onto a fabric base.

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CHECKERS KITCHEN Giorgio Armani 2010

iorgio Armani should be nicknamed Mr Diversity; he's a dab hand in fashion design, as well as hospitality and now, with his design of Checkers, he has made his mark in the world of kitchen design with clear-cut geometrical forms and effective use of light. Based on simple and sober lines, Checkers reflects the expressive elements of the designer’s work. The Checkers kitchen is the third addition to the Armani/Dada kitchen range, following the Bridge and Calyx kitchens and is created for spaces of large dimensions.

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BISHOP'S CAPE BLACK CARPET Diane Von Furstenburg 2009

he right carpet can make or break a room. Selecting it can be a knotty issue but one made easier by the release of Bishop’s Cape Black, one of eight in a collection. Much more than a mere rug, the carpet is the work of Diane Von Furstenburg, the Belgian-American fashion designer that is best known for her iconic wrap dress. The carpet’s intricate appearance is made from knots of wool and silk from the high altitudes of Tibet. Other rugs include Funky Zebra, Climbing Leopard and Tribal Diamond.

ou don't win a World Travel Award for 'World's Leading Suite' for no reason. We reckon the spectacular view of Dubai's skyline played a big part in The Monarch Suite holding this title for two consecutive years. Designed by Roya International, this whopping space is the largest suite in the Middle East, occupying 1130m2 on the 32nd and 33rd floors of The Monarch Dubai. The dual floor layout means guests can keep one area private for their family and one area public for business and entertaining. Quite surprisingly, the suite remains one of Dubai's best kept secrets.

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MONARCH DUBAI SUITE Roya International 2008

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it down and be seduced by the soft velvety feel of this limited edition rose petal chair. Only 200 chairs, called Seduction, have been made by SICIS, famous for its Italian made, highend mosaic designs, as part of its NEXT ART Chapter One collection. The chair is available in two colours: beige and dove grey. Seduction Two uses the artistic mosaic "Kaki" from SICIS Colibrì Collection, decorating the sofa's structure, which is made from plywood and lacquered Tulipwood. It is characterised by the artistic mosaic and silk velvet.

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FORTUNY MOON LAMP Marcel Wanders 1907

SEDUCTION CHAIR SICIS 2010

ne would never imagine that the Fortuny floor lamp is more than a 100 years old this year. Designed by Mariano Fortuny in 1907, the floor lamp was originally used in photography and stage lighting but, being too beautiful to remain behind the scenes, has been adapted by the now classic designs of Marcel Wanders. Equipped with a 500 watt bulb, the lamp illuminates an entire room with diff used and reflected light and the large round diff user rotates to create different lighting effects. The original version was produced in black fabric and a black base.

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ZERO-OTTO RADIATOR Francesco Lucchese 2010

osy up to the donut to get warm. Yes, you read correctly; the Zero-Otta Radiator from Francesco Lucchese of LuccheseDesigns resembles a delicious tea-time treat. The radiator, with it's organic curves, aluminium construction and high-gloss surface, makes an eye-catching addition to a contemporary interior. Apart from its heating function, Zero-Otto can also emit scents thanks to an integrated unit with perfume essences. We wonder if it's possible to make it smell like a donut too.

ou want a night out but can’t bring yourself to abandon those flip flops, take-away dinner in front of the TV and move from the couch? A winning solution might be to bring a retro disco to your home with the Lamp Disco XXL designed by DK Home and brought to the Middle East by Planters Interiors. With this lamp — made from fine iron anthracite and mirrors — you’ll always have the option to stay at home and bring out the best moves from Saturday Night Fever.

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BEOSOUND 8 SPEAKER DOCK Bang & Olufsen 2010

peakers that don’t really look like speakers but an alien spacecraft – the BeoSound 8 has landed. Speaker docking gets serious with Bang & Olufsen's extraterestrial design, and thankfully sound performance is not compromised in the slightest. The cone-shaped speakers give BeoSound 8 a hovering 2D appearance as it hides the actual depth of the item, and the feet lift it up giving a very light and slim-line aesthetic. Available in a range of colours, we reckon that BeoSound 8 will be perfect for blasting out The Prodigy's Out of Space, Babylon Zoo's Spaceman or the theme tune from Doctor Who?

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ANT CHAIR Arne Jacobsen 1952

canteen of a Danish pharmaceutical company may sound as sterile as a hospital syringe, but it was the home of one of the most influential objects of the 20th Century. Arne Jacobsen’s Ant Chair was named for its similarity to the outline of an ant with its head raised, and designed to be light, stable and easy to stack up. The original model had three plastic legs and a seat made from formmoulded laminated veneer. Manufactured by Fritz Hansen, the plastic legs were later replaced by tubular steel, and a version with four legs was also made.

ope Shelf does exactly what it says on the tin. It's a shelf made out of rope. The object, by Hungarian product designer Laszlo Rozsnoki, features no horizontal or vertical lines, aside from the frame.

eautiful but usable. Simple but effective. Isamu Noguchi’s iconic coffee table was launched in 1947. Reintroduced by Herman Miller in 1984, the design classic has been in continual production ever since.

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ROPE SHELF Laszlo Rozsnoki 2008

HERMAN MILLER COFFEE TABLE Isamu Noguchi 1947

THE SWAN CHAIR Arne Jacobsen 1958

o straight lines - only curves; that’s the design signature of Arne Jacobsen’s The Swan, originally designed in 1958 for the Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. Designed for furniture company Fritz Hansen, The Swan is a moulded shell of synthetic material on an aluminium swivel base, covered in fabric or leather. It’s familiar form can be spotted all over the world and has been a popular staple of offices and hotel lobbies and lounges for decades.

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DESTINATIONS WALLPAPER Mr Perswall 2010

f you're better travelled than Michael Palin (unlikely), or you enjoy watching the National Geographic Channel (more likely), then this escapist wallpaper may well appeal to you. The Destinations Wallpaper was launched last year by Mr Perswall, a Swedish manufacturer of photowalls, murals and designed feature walls.

IL FALSO KANDINSKY Giuseppe Canevese 2009

SUPERMAN WARDROBE CIA International 2011

his quirky cabinet will be right up your street if your favourite M-words are 'Marvel' and 'Manga'. Giuseppe Canevese's cabinet features Valentina, a character created by Italian comics artist, Guido Crepas, in 1965. The cabinet is available in a range of drawer, door and glass shelve combinations.

ver since revered US artist Roy Lichtenstein highlighted the art behind comic book imagery, the style of drawing familiar to fans of Superman and other costumed heroes has become part of the decorative arts. CIA International is now utilising these iconic images to personalise its wardrobe and storage products. DC Comics characters, including Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman can all be deployed to save the day.

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LC4 CHAISE-LOUNGE Le Corbusier 1931

ne of the more civilised activities championed by the Romans, the art of reclining was made stylish through this iconic chaise-lounge. Designed by Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand, the item is now made by Cassina.

hess fans can eternally feel like the king or queen of the board with the Pasha armchair. Designed by Marco Pocci and Claudio Dondoli for Pedrali, Pasha is made from a glossy finish of polycarbonate and comes in white, black, transparent or fume.

PASHA CHAIR Marco Pocci and Claudio Dondoli 2011

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ou’ll never look at rubber bands the same way again. Preston Moeller’s winning entry for the 6th Annual Chair Design Competition at the Appalachian State University is made from 65,000 bands and took 336 hours to make.

RUBBER BAND CHAIR Preston Moeller 2011

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THE SOLID OVAL FLOWER VASES DK Home 2008-2009

t reminds us of an impressionist painting by French artist Paul Cezanne. Made from shells, the Solid Oval vase collection, available from DK Home, exudes an earthy vintage feel. We think it would look even more like a painting by the French master if it contained some super-sized flowers.

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BRANCUSI CABINET Fermín Verdeguer 2010

ou think it’s a flat structure of differently sized wood panels but then you get closer to it and open up. Just like Hermione Granger’s undetectable extension charm on her beaded handbag, Brancusi by DARC opens out to make a much larger space. The multi-functional cabinet has hidden runners and five drawers for you to store more things in than you ever thought possible. Storage has never been so effortless.

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ISLAMIC CLOCK Smith of Derby 2011

dd a touch of luxury and timeless appeal to your daily prayers with the classic Islamic Clock. The product combines local time with daily prayer times, has geographic specific prayer time settings by city, displays the five prayer times and comes with a ‘call to prayer’ sound system. The clock is designed by Smith of Derby, a 154-year-old timepiece company, which has been involved in Middle East projects for 40 years. It works closely with Muslim advisors throughout the stages of research, development and production.

t’s not every day you to get to see the world’s largest and most elaborate chandelier in the world but German lighting manufacturer, Faustig, has done just that, with its design for the vast and intricate Grand Sheikh Zayed Mosque in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi. The chandelier measures 10m by 15m and has to be cleaned once every six months using scaffolding built inside the structure. It is made of stainless steel , covered with 24-carat gold–plated brass and Swarovski crystals in various colours. It cost AED 30m ($8.17m) to create and install.

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FAUSTIG CHANDELIER Faustig 2007

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HM93 SOFA Sir David Chipperfield 2007

t may sound like the name of an android, but hm93 is actually a range of clean-lined seating. Designed by Stirling Prize-winning architect Sir David Chipperfield, the range is manufactured by Hitch Mylius.

THE BIKE Pharrell Williams 2011

FLOT POUFS Simone Micheli 2011

IL TOVOLA TABLE Mino Longo 2008

ade from tinted resin and embedded with bamboo, this refreshingly unusual table would probably not last too long in a panda pen. Designed by Mino Longo for Modula-conceptio, the object is also filled with other materials such as leaves, dried flowers and gold leaf. The translucency of the surface means the table can be lit from underneath or on top, but we think it will have more than enough impact without lighting.

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apper Pharrell Williams has completed his third big name design collaboration. This time he’s worked with Domeau & Pérès to create the Brooklyn Bike. Apparently inspired by Williams’ passion for the bikes used by New York cycle couriers, only 12 will be made, to ensure absolute exclusivity. The functional lines of the bike are off set by the unusual use of water buffalo leather. The pictured example features a bold tourleader yellow, but each colour will only be utilised once.

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ounce around on these fun poufs designed by Simone Micheli for Casamania in Italy. The colourful leather seats offer comfortable and lively seating for any space and the bright colours create dynamic and creative spaces for children of all ages. Flots are lightweight and can be stacked together on a metal base.

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ARCHETTO SEAT Sybarite 2011

f a mobile chair is what you’re looking for, Sybarite may have the answer. Its Archetto seat is designed to make the most of a small space and curls around, like an inverted question mark. The back of the structure sweeps up from seating height to form a screen, giving a degree of privacy without creating a barrier. Thanks to its lightweight structure and construction it can be swiftly relocated to another site.

WOVIN WALL Wovin 2006

hen paint and paper just won’t do the job, an award-winning Wovin Wall might be the alternative as a decorative device with a difference. Whether it’s a striking interior effect, or a powerful brand statement, you're after the Wovin Wall can be back-lit to boost the dramatic effect. Made from tiles mounted on a lightweight grid, the wall can be used anywhere.

t first glance, the undulating fibreglass wall in Dubai's Switch restaurant doesn't really resemble a desert. To us, it looks like something from a science fiction movie. But the inspiration behind Karim Rashid's striking surface is the dune-filled landscape of Arabia. The restaurant is located in the unlikely venue of Dubai Mall. "Just because the mall has banal interiors, it does not mean that the public does not want interesting, inspiring shops and restaurants," said Rashid. The man may have a point.

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WALL, SWITCH RESTAURANT Karim Rashid 2009

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f you own a few valuables, as well as the boxed set of The Godfather, then the Colosimo may be for you. Named after legendary Chicago mobster boss 'Big Jim' Colosimo, who lived from 1878 – 1920, this safe by Döttling is the world’s smallest, weighing a mere 66lbs. The interiors can be customised and include an integrated Döttling watch winder (mains or battery-operated), as well as an integrated air humidifier. Markus Döttling, managing partner, Döttling, added: “Colosimo is the result of three years of development, which we at Döttling like to call ‘haute safeology’.”

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POWER PLAY ARMCHAIR AND OTTOMAN Frank Gehry 1992

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pple crates are great for carrying fruit...and providing inspiration for famous designers. The Powerplay armchair and ottoman was the brainchild of ‘starchitect’ Frank Gehry, the designer of the Guggenheim museums in Bilbao and Abu Dhabi. Manufactured by Knoll, the grains of the maple strips run in one direction for higher resistance and thermosetting glue provides structural rigidity without the need for metal connectors.

LOOPITA (LA MÁS BONITA) Victor Aleman 2011

THE FLOCK LIGHT Tom Raffield 2011

his made to order Flock Light chandelier is meant to remind people of exactly that, a flight of birds. It is made by Tom Raffield of Tom Raffield Designs using 90 individually steam bent and twisted strips of Sycamore suspended from a steel plate. Raffield has a background in product design and sustainability. He uses an age old tradition to steam, heat and plasticise the wood. The Flock Light is also energy efficient and uses no glues or toxins.

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his floor level chaise looks sleek and elegant with a little bit of posh. Designed by Mexican studio Victor Aleman, it provides a quirky seating area for two people who want to have an intimate place to sit down and relax. It is made from birch plywood and covered with foam. The shape reminds us of a looping rollercoaster at a fun fair.

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ABSOLUTE CLASSIC KITCHEN Gianni Pareschi 2009

cavolini wants to break away from the traditional designs of modern homes by creating the stylish Absolute Classic kitchen. Designed by Gianni Pareschi, he has come up with three different styles: Baccarat for the international jet set, Grand Relais, which reminds owners of a country estate, and Long Island, a rendition of a kitchen in a seaside villa. The collection is meant to set a new design benchmark for the international market for people who have busy lives and want to steer away from bland appliances.

CONCEPTA KITCHEN Antonio Citterio 2010

f you’re not satisfied with your current kitchen, then try out the hardware system of HAWA-Concepta 25/30/50, which combines the two movements of pivoting and sliding. Thankfully it gives you more space to putter about the kitchen and features glass and wooden doors that weigh up to 50kg. The picture shows a Spatia kitchen from the Arclinea Collection, designed by Antonio Citterio. It features a white Carrara marble worktop and Nordic Oak table on steel-finish aluminium leg and Olimpia chairs in Nordic Oak.

FIRE & ICE COLLECTION Miele 2010

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lowing hot or cold, Miele’s Fire and Ice collection is sure to raise the temperature. Both design series come with an embossed golden or silver logo on the appliance front giving a pleasant touch and feel to the surfaces. The characteristic trait of the Ice series is its cool appeal. With a material mix comprising aluminium, silver rear-printed glass and chrome. Fire appeals to lovers of exquisite design including a high-gloss, gold-plate finish.

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odus unveiled three new rug designs at the Interieur Fair in Kortrijk, Belgium last year. Among them was Circus, a design by Fernando and Humberto Campana, which is made from hemp and rag dolls. Only 10 limited edition rugs were made and they are irregularly shaped, with an approximate diametre of 200cm and 100 knots. While the rug is manufactured in Nepal, the ragdolls are made in Brazil.

DARK WATER CARPET Kirill Rozhkov 2010

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CIRCUS RUG Fernando and Humberto Campana 2010

ge has partnered with Russian artist and designer Kirill Rozhkov to create the mysterious and brooding Dark Water collection. Using no digital tools and with nothing but a black pen in his hand, Rozhkov has created a striking, mythological universe that is dramatically distinct from traditional carpet designs. The designer said he was inspired by the magical world and creatures found deep underwater. There are four designs in total.

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ANEMONE LIGHT Veronika Kopečná 2011

wirling pieces of glass float above your head in the lighting design that is Anemone, the elusive mystery. An admired design concept from the collection Beyond Belief – Sea of Light, it was introduced on Euroluce Fair in Milan, Italy. Mysterious shapes of the deep ocean penetrated by the strands of radiating light are symbolised in this lighting fi xture.

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ADJUSTABLE TABLE Eileen Gray 1927

o, it has nothing to do with birds, but the Nest coffee and dining table will make you feel at one with nature. Manufactured by MacMaster, the table is made from timber sticks placed in haphazard layers to form a base.

url up and relax in front of one of these unique fireplaces by Momo fires. Created by designers Christophe Pillet, Karim Rashid and Arik Levy the tailormade models come in stone, marble, stainless steel, leather and gold flakes.

NEST COFFEE/ DINING TABLE Limahl Asmall 2009

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esigned with a lazy breakfast in bed in mind, Eileen Gray's Adjustable Table first appeared way back in 1927. Just as the name suggests, the table top can be adjusted in height to suit the diner's needs. Reflecting Gray's quest to find functional perfection, the piece also makes a sleek side table once you've finished your scrambled eggs. Gray's iconic design is now manufactured by ClassiCon.

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RC is a design by architect Norman Foster + Partners and makes use of an unconventional material to create a table that will work inside, but is tough enough for outdoor use as well. Produced by Molteni & C in Italy the base is made out of a material that mixes cement and organic fibres.

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ARC TABLE Foster + Partners 2009

VERSACE GRID CONSOLE Versace 2011

epeated motifs are common in the fashion industry, but as a brand Versace has made more from the idea than any other. The latest process is the Greek key motif used to create Versace’s Grid console table. Layers of golden metal are fused together to make one self supporting structure.

lain white is off the agenda for the Audrey bathtub. Manufactured by SICIS and designed by Massimiliano Della Monaca, it takes its shape from a high-heeled shoe. The tub is coated with a glaze then decorated with a mosaic.

BATOU CS DECORATION FABRIC Nya Nordiska Textiles 2010

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AUDREY BATHTUB SICIS 2010

abrics have the power to inspire their users, firing up their imagination. The Batou CS decoration fabric by Diete Hansl-Röntgen, Sybilla Hansl, Alice Pieper looks ethereal when the sun shines through this light transparent weave with its clear graphic pattern, and creates the effect as if one was looking through a venetian blind. With its elementary aesthetics and architectural quality it reflects the need of our time for clearness and transparency.

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W+W WASHBASIN & WATER-CLOSET Gabriele and Oscar Buratti 2009

LUMINOSO TRANSLUCENT WOOD SCREEN Litwork 2008

hen techies combined a basic mobile phone and a laptop, the world moved into the era of smartphones. Now, combining the washbasin and water-closet has given the world the era of W+W. You don’t need to worry about flushing anymore with Roca’s W+W, which reuses and saves up to 25% of water. Its new sustainable water re-usage technology, reuses water from the washbasin to fill the water-closet cistern and features an automatic cleaning system.

uminoso’s designers wanted to create a harmonious symbiosis of wood and light. The result is a material that offers new options for creative design. The translucent wood seems to glow from inside out. Almost any artificial light sources can be used as well as natural light. The stronger the light source the more impressive the result. All current wood types are manufactured without any loss in strength. A variety of colours, shapes and partial or widespread effects present new options for creative architects and designers.

MEGAPHONE Isabella Lovero and Enrico Bosa 2011

ard of hearing? Or just want to hear who is talking to you from across the room? Then do yourself a favour and stick your iPhone (whether black or white) into the Megaphone. By En & Is design, the megaphone is a passive amplifier made of ceramic and supported by a thin wooden frame.

f it's a permanent addition of the MoMA's collection in New York then it's got to be pretty special. Designed in 1954, the metal structure with a black or chrome lacquered base has over 30 seating and reclining positions.

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P40 RELAXER LOUNGE CHAIR Osvaldo Borsani 1954

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BALLOON DOG Jeff Koons 1995

hat distinguishes Koons' balloon art from others is that he doesn't make balloon animals, no, this contemporary artist makes sculptures of balloon animals. The Balloon Dog is made from epoxy resin fiberglass and measures 126 x 149 x 47 inches. "It's about celebration and childhood and colour and simplicity - but it's a Trojan horse to the whole body of artwork," he said.

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BUBBLE CHANDELIER Charles Loomis 2010

KS BATHROOM COLLECTION Marc Sadler 2010

ake up in the morning and drown in a sea of blood red, sun yellow or vibrant blue with the vintage look that KS from Karol brings to your bathroom. The new collection KS by the Italian company Karol brings back the retro simplicity. Inspired by the classic Panton chair, Sadler produces an elegant design for the ultra-modern bathroom.

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n amazingly modular fi xture, the Bubble Chandelier by Charles of Paris also has a matching floor lamp and other endless possible adaptations. Composed of stainless steel or silver glass bubbles attached to each other in infinte permutations, it is glamorous and playful, futuristic and art deco. Dress it up or dress it down like another good staple of your wardrobe. The Bubble Chandelier by Charles of Paris is a shimmering lighting fi xture that adds a sense of Parisian chic to any room.

ou don’t need to be in Venice to bring Murano glass to your home. Murano House in London has launched a collection of handles to decorate cabinets, drawers and doors infusing the glass inside the design. There are four types of Murano Scolpisce La Maniglia in colours including amethyst, black silver, black gold, white gold and white silver. They are manufactured by interiors and product designer Simon House and Italian glass designer Simone Piccoli.

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MURANO HANDLES Simon House and Simone Piccoli 2011

SAYL OFFICE CHAIR Yves Béhar 2010

erhaps the most stylish office chair to be influenced by the penultimate letter of the alphabet, SAYL is the creation of designer Yves Béhar for manufacturer Herman Miller. Entirely frameless, the support is molded into the back material, with a greater amount in areas like the spine and less elsewhere for freer movement. The Y-structure connects the suspension back and is the foundation of an arc which mirrors the curvature of the spine.

ARESLINE XTEN CHAIR Pininfarina 2004

hen they say it's known as the 'Ferrari Chair' they really mean it. The Aresline Xten Chair was created by Pininfarina, an Italian car designer for Ferrari, Lamborghini and Maserati. The seat of this snazzy office chair contains Technogel which moulds to the contour of the body and is said to reduce seating pressure by over 60%. It's available in red, blue, black and silver from OFIS, a division of Easa Saleh Al Gurg.

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LEVEL T EXECUTIVE DESK Gabriel Teixidó 2010

he most recent product line to be launched by AGL and 14 is a range of executive desks and tables from Spain called Level T. These T-shaped tables combine a contemporary design with the traditional craftsmanship of cabinet-makers. Each piece of furniture in the Level T series has been made using detailed cabinet-making techniques, with natural wengue wood and hidden hardware. There are a variety of finishes available, in both wood and glossy lacquering.

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ounded corners and soft shapes aren’t the first thing you think of with shelving shelving, but the white Wallvoro isn’t a regular shelf. Wallvoro offers asymmetric cubby spaces for things in your life.

WALLVORO SHELVING gt2p 2011

CHAM CABINET Kim Jaekyoung 2010

CORAL LIGHT QisDesign 2010

hey say it's inspired by coral, we say it looks like a bit like a giant dandelion. Either way, this lamp by Qis Design is certainly unique and eye-catching. Thanks to a special light diff usion, the light emitted by the LED bulbs is evenly distributed on the edge of each diff user. There are six colours to choose from to suit different environments, and the light is available in table, ceiling and floor models.

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ounce on your bed, roll around and generally put this bed through a lot of movement and it won’t matter. The Frolexus has a foundation made of spring elements that adapt to the weight and shape of the body on it.

FROLEXUS VIADO BED SYSTEM FROLI Kunststoff werk 2008

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his little upholstered cabinet was named after the North Pole monster “Cham” – a character in a Korean novel. Cham is made with felt, sponge, and spruce. Mixing furnishing with clothing is one of the goals of the designer with this piece. Opening and closing (locking) cham offers users an unusual furniture experience. It can be fastened with straps or with inner magnets. The hinge side of the door features a zip that opens into a hidden storage area for flat items. cham was given a soft appearance and touch.

PERPETUAL CALENDAR Michelle Kruzell 2010

ore attractive than any calendar you've ever bought, this sleek little item has turned timekeeping into a work of art. Perpetual Calendar is the brainchild of architect and product designer Michelle Kruzell. It consists of two contrasting materials – a hand-selected, salvaged timber beam and colourful transparent acrylic tags – and constructed using a combination of digital production tools and handmade skills. Each tag is unique to the day of the year and can be pulled out by hand; you can mark the tags with notes or doodles in the hope you don't forget that special someone's birthday. Again.

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X-TECH SINK Ceramica Cielo 2009

eramica Cielo has unveiled X-Tech, an evolution of its Jungle range of bathroom fittings. It features a brand new finish which is highly resistant to corrosion and abrasion, is durable for commercial use, and is available in two sophisticated crocodile skin finishes.

EMPRESS BOUQUET Kohler Co. 2010

ohler's Empress Bouquet, for the bathroom is an expansion of its Artist Editions collection, offering a modern interpretation of 18th century Chinese print work including floral motifs and gold and metallic detailing.

WAVE PEDESTAL BASIN Stone Forest 2007

SIGMA50 ACTUATOR Geberit 2011

single block of rock is the starting point for every Stone Forest sink. Old-fashioned craftsmanship does much of the hard work, with a good portion of the carving done by hand. These calculated blows from a hammer and chisel help make each piece a little bit original.

ans of bling can now light up their bathroom fittings with the sparkling Sigma50 actuator from Geberit. Personalise your bathroom with the diecast zinc actuator, which comes in six colours along with a custom made inlay.

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BRITANNIA SOFA IDUK Patriot 2011

hy not treat yourself to jam and scones and tea for two in celebration of all things British on this Keats Britannia sofa with Union Jack flag seat. Designed and handmade in Nottingham, UK, the Chesterfield lounger uses Vintage Tudor antique leather and is available from Autentico Living, Dubai. The frames are made from kiln-dried hardwood, sourced from sustainable managed forests so you’ll be doing your bit for the environment too.

VW FLAG CUSHION Vivienne Westwood 2002-2003

UNION JACK FRIDGE Smeg 2005

f Vivienne Westwood’s early designs for The Rug Company, none packs a punch like the iconic, ineffably British “VW Flag”. While the original flag, a raggedy worn-out Union Jack, was provocatively modeled as a bridal stole in the Autumn/Winter 200203 ‘Anglophilia’ catwalk show, the resultant rug and cushion – with its Aubusson finish like faded old velvet and blurred, gently bleeding colour scheme perfectly captures the spirit of the original piece of textile. An iconic image made to look classical and chic for any home.

ringing a whole new meaning to the phrase 'Cool Britannia', this fridge wouldn't look out of place in Austin Power's bachelor pad. With its smooth finish and enviable 50s retro style, the Smegmanufactured fridge is also super energy efficient and has attained Energy Class A+. Standing at 151cms, with a gross capacity of 256 litres and an ice department, this baby is more than enough for domestic needs. It also makes a hip addition to a colourful office, as evident in Bluehaus' fit-out for Dubai creative agency North 55.

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SLEEPBOX MOBILE SPACE Arch Group 2009

o, it’s late at night in the airport and your plane has just been massively delayed. You’re left with two options – endure a caffeine marathon in a grim coffee shop, or contort your body into a cold seat like a gymnast that's fallen on hard times. That’s where Sleepbox comes in. Designed by Russia’s Arch Group, this tiny portable space is equipped with a change of bed linen and some sockets for electrical appliances. It’s not exactly the Burj Al Arab but at least you might be able to recharge your batteries (even if they’re just the ones on your laptop).

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KLAFS VITRIUM Klafs 2011

he sauna has plenty of tradition behind it, but that doesn’t mean that modern innovations are out of the question. Enter the KLAFS Vitrium, the first design study of a sauna made from glass. Invisibly installed lighting brightens the cube, creating sparkling lighting that is flush with the ceiling surface, while hints of the traditional remain in the levels of ergonomic timber seating.

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