Design Milk

OCTOBER 12, 2023

One of the highlights, not just of the London Design Fair but of the whole festival, was ‘You CAN Sit With Us’ curated by 2LG Studio , a London-based interior design and styling consultancy, founded by creative duo, Jordan Cluroe and Russell Whitehead (below left).

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Design Milk

MARCH 29, 2024

Sarah Jefferys leads her namesake design firm, Sarah Jefferys Architecture + Interiors , through a path of inspiration gathered from international design and cultures with respect for personal desires, constraints, environment, and budget. I adore everything about India and never tire of visiting. Photo: Matthieu Aubry 3.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

He 3D-printed 92 terracotta pots, each designed using a day’s worth of weather data – the further from average the temperature, humidity, and wind speed, the more distorted the form to remind us that nature is not submissive or static, but chaotic and unyielding. “Trash for you is treasure for me,” says Dario Erkelens.

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Design Milk

JUNE 5, 2023

Known for her use of geometric patterns and bold colors , the French artist partnered with Our Department to translate her aesthetic into a vibrant new studio that is 100% inspiring. At first, Walala was concerned about bringing in too much pattern and color, not wanting it to overtake the ongoing work rotating through the studio.

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Design Milk

JUNE 28, 2022

With irregular perimeters, the three rug designs feature unique curvy shapes and bold colorways in a layered pattern, much like something you’d see hanging on a wall. A Colorful + Dreamy, Space-Age Inspired Apartment in Ho Chi Minh City. Aimée Wilder’s New Art Line Gives You Bold, Wallpaper-Like Patterns.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Storms is a mathematically driven craftsman who straddles the lines between fiber, sculpture, and architecture. Once he discovered the loom and was introduced to the world of hand-weaving for the interior design trade, he was hooked. Photo: Hollis Johnson “ Bird Cage is your secret hideout in the middle of a workday.

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Design Milk

MARCH 8, 2022

Born and bred in New York City, multi-disciplinary designer, sculptor, and self-described mad scientist Erica Sellers is co-founder of Studio S II (ess-TOO), a product and interior design studio based in Brooklyn. in 2011), her award-winning designs stand out for their pattern, color, and functionality.

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Azure Magazine

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

There is a lot to take in at IDS Vancouver 2022 , which runs from September 22 — when it kicks off with a gala party presented by Inform Interiors — to September 25. The design fair boasts myriad installations, product launches and talks series that will once again unite the regional design scene in one place for one inspiring weekend.

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Azure Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Elsewhere in the Miami Design District , UK-based Bohinc Studio’s bubbly Utopia seating sculptures were another eco-conscious delight. Adding to Miami’s wealth of cool street furniture, 12 permanent steel benches by British designer Samuel Ross also made their debut in the Design District.

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Azure Magazine

JULY 12, 2021

Located within the Al-Mamoura Tower in Abu Dhabi, this 167 square-metre office space designed by local interior design firm Roar bucks this convention — and them some. Helmed by designer Pallavi Dean, Roar studio has infused the Early Childhood Authority’s workspace with more than a hint of childhood wonder.

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Design Milk

JUNE 16, 2022

Design Milk was the official media partner for the competition and assisted in the jurying process. Simple geometric shapes yield elegant building blocks, which combine to form sculptural objects. I went on to study at the Royal College of Art in London, where I got my MA in Design Products. Congrats Erica!

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Design Milk

MARCH 24, 2022

A Scotland-based creative studio led by founder and designer Kirsty Thomas, Tom Pigeon creates beautifully designed art prints, jewelry, and homewares that embody a modern and playful aesthetic. A San Francisco-based artist, designer, and builder, Yvonne Mouser’s modern home objects tell a story through their function.

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Azure Magazine

MAY 13, 2022

Nestled into the hilly landscape, the LAQUA Countryside resort is surrounded by green space, designed in collaboration with architect Stefano Olivari (who also lent his expertise to the interior design). The Annarella suite takes a daring design approach, inspired by her family’s love of travel and reading.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 8, 2023

. “La Folie” by Tarek Shamma I’m uncharacteristically satisfied, and mildly obsessed, with “ La Folie ,” a gathering structure designed by Tarek Shamma in Melides, Portugal, for his client Christian Louboutin. Studio Anand Sheth developed a deep and strategic palette of seaside-inspired elements.

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Design Milk

JANUARY 6, 2022

The Grain collection uses a unique, abstract pattern inspired by stone and architectural uses of natural materials – “I wanted to work with patterns and structures rather than a classic motif, and I found inspiration in an exposed aggregate finish consisting of small, uniquely shaped pebbles,” says Stine Aas.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Pair with furniture and decor in bold or subtle textures and patterns, depending on where you fall between minimalism and maximalism, and your metallic elements will make any space shine. Now, open your Spotify and listen to our ‘Let it Shine’ playlist while we revisit this month’s metallic-inspired design.

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Design Milk

JULY 20, 2021

of Chain10 Architecture + Interior Design Institute , an award-winning firm he founded in 1996 committed to nature- and wellness-focused, cutting-edge design. Nature and sustainability are integral to our design philosophy, and being able to easily interact with it from our office helps inspire that part of our work.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 7, 2022

To provide a bit of balance in this regard, we've chatted to some big names across the industry to uncover some unsung heroines who have inspired them during their careers. With a fondness for vintage furniture and classic designs, Maggie Holladay has transitioned from a career in fashion to becoming an interior design guru.

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Design Milk

AUGUST 8, 2022

Inspired by colored glass and the iconic color field paintings of Josef Albers, this new Happy Habitat throw blanket is a great way to introduce orange into your space. Shop Now >> Tall Sculptural Candle Holder by Extra&Ordinary Design. Shop Now >> Layers Blush + Citrine Throw by Happy Habitat.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Each one represents the best work happening within the global design industry – tough competition among 700+ entries received from 37 countries around the world. The Awards highlight the visions and innovative designs of diverse talent among architects and designers who are actively inspiring new ways of living, working, learning and healing.

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 21, 2024

Maximalism Maximalism is a significant trend across interior design, fashion, visual arts, and more. As a reaction to the pared-back minimalism of previous years, maximalism embraces rich layers, mix-and-match patterns, bold colours, and eclectic decor. Maximalism shows no signs of losing momentum this year.

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Design Milk

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

The Diamonds Rug from our 15th anniversary collaboration with Heymat , is another key choice for bringing modern, Scandi design to your rental’s entryway. Inspired by the sleek lines of modern architecture, the Diamonds Rug has a bold, graphic look that’s sure to spruce up your floors and add a minimalist edge to your space.

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Azure Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Gilles expresses his two main design approaches as “simplexity” – the creation of simple yet complex designs – and the “new simplicity,” whereby he creates designs that have a true identity but use a minimum amount of material. Interior Design magazine also bestowed Scarpa with its Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Azure Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The creative output is always impressive and inspiring, and choosing our favourites is no easy task. From Moooi’s eye-catching and exuberant Knitty Lounge chair to Richard Serra-inspired lighting from A-N-D, our top 10 product selects for 2023 made a lasting impression. This year was no different.

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Design Milk

MARCH 27, 2024

And for design in particular, there’s something intangible about the iterative process that imbues work with personal meaning. One such assemblage embodying this concept of making is the Echo Collection by multi-hyphenate interior designer Kelly Wearstler. I never begin designs from language. However they want!

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Design Milk

MARCH 29, 2022

Lumi means ‘snow’ or ‘light’ in Finnish, and the pouf’s inspiration was drawn from ice and snow formations. Those small pockets then come together to form the pattern that resembles a snowflake. Luxury clothing brand owner and fashion designer Maxjenny is fascinated by color and often uses motifs from nature in her work.

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Azure Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2019

The second decade of the 21st Century saw significant cultural shifts that informed interior design across the world. Co-working caused a major pivot in offices and adaptive re-use was at the heart of some of the most inspired interior spaces. Cloud Garden Daycare by Junya Ishigami, 2015.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 22, 2023

Fundamental artistic movements like the Swiss Style of the 1950s and punk rock-inspired grunge typography of the 1990s revealed graphic design's power to challenge creative norms and capture the prevailing zeitgeist. This style permeated decorative arts, architecture, and graphic design.

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Azure Magazine

JULY 1, 2020

In addition to these storied vessels, which range vastly in scale, he also relays more personal experiences in his sculptural works. One such project is Sooke 01 House, where the surrounding forest of Douglas fir, Sitka spruce and cedars inspired the tectonic form of the structure and its nature-hugging vistas.

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