1950s Inspired Vimini Outdoor Furniture Collection
The Vimini collection, named for the Italian word for wicker, blends outdoor wicker and wooden frames to evoke nostalgia and a sense of home.Read More →
January 31, 2025
Join me at Encyclopedia Design, where we delve into the rich tapestry of the decorative and applied arts. Each post spans over 250 years of innovation and unveils the history, craftsmanship, and aesthetic principles that shape our everyday environments. Explore fascinating stories about furniture, textiles, ceramics, and more. Discover how design not only decorates but also defines our world. Ready to uncover the beauty of design?
The Vimini collection, named for the Italian word for wicker, blends outdoor wicker and wooden frames to evoke nostalgia and a sense of home.Read More →
Hiroshi Yajima, a Japanese designer, creates minimalist furniture that blends tradition and modernity, emphasizing natural materials and craftsmanship, exemplified by his Forms Stackable Stool.Read More →
Tom Chung, a Canadian designer, founded his studio in 2016, focusing on context-driven industrial design, emphasizing mobility and durability in versatile objects for various environments.Read More →
The Gallery House exemplifies innovative brick architecture, blending tradition with modernity, serving as a vibrant community hub while reflecting cultural continuity and architectural excellence.Read More →
Michel Péclard, stool, 1955. Beech and birch. Made by Horgen-Glarus, Switzerland, from 1926 the firm produced wood furniture and they furnished the Swiss Pavillion, 1929-30.Read More →
I found this article from a 1938 edition of the The Courier Mail. Primer for painters Most homeowners like to have their house looking brandRead More →
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Rookwood Pottery, founded by Maria Longworth Nichols in 1880 in Cincinnati, became significant in American ceramic art, producing awarded ceramics until 1966.Read More →
Route 66’s signage, featuring vibrant typography, is an iconic symbol of a bygone Americana. Despite the fading of this historic pathway’s physical landmarks, its aesthetic and cultural impact continues to inspire contemporary design and evoke a sense of nostalgia and adventure.Read More →
Pâte de verre is a glass-making technique involving several steps, resulting in delicate structures with intricate patterns. It was reintroduced by Henri Cros in the late 19th century.Read More →