When New York-based designer Steffany Trần, founder of the studio Vy Voi, began ideating for a new series, she was curious about the theme of contradiction and decided to delve further. Although the word “contradiction” often carries a negative connotation, Trần discovered through her study that it can actually be a precursor to balance and […]
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While Vipp is best known for their impeccably designed kitchens and accessories, the confidence in their quality of products has expanded to a collection of 10 guesthouses, each outfitted with Vipp furniture, lighting, and kitchens. Vipp Guesthouses are thoughtfully positioned in unique locales across the globe, and Casa Vipp Andorra is no exception. Located in […]
Nothing tops the dedication and intensity poured into the crowning project of design school, wrapping up those four years with a bow. Everything you’ve absorbed and interpreted culminates in this one final thing, the one that will hopefully lead to your burgeoning, successful career in the design industry. 2024 graduates from the School of Constructed […]
Minimalist design dealer and publication, Leibal, founded by our very own Skim Milk contributor Leo Lei, launches its first ever product collaboration with HB-AS, a multidisciplinary object creation studio founded by San Francisco-based designers Hank Beyer and Alex Sizemore. This partnership marks Leibal’s debut activation of its curatorial arm which will offer exclusive collections created […]
Having your work on display at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) is something designers dream about. This year, d’Armes – known for its high-end lighting and working with up-and-comers – extended the covetable opportunity to product designer Florian Martin and furniture designer Will Choui. The resulting two product lines, Doppler and 1979 respectively, exalt the […]
The Me and You lighting collection is an extraordinary tale of creation from calamity. The story begins in Melbourne, Australia, where, during an installation, Flack Studio was faced with an irreparably broken vintage wall sconce. They quickly called on their neighbor, Volker Haug, to design a fitting for the back plate that was already in […]
Antechamber, foyer, or vestibule – semantics aside, architecture’s iconic liminal space is experiencing a bit of a renaissance as evidenced by the plethora of fresh objects debuting with every passing fair. Makers like Kiki Goti, whose showcase Selene debuted to great acclaim at Alcova for Milan Design Week 2024, demonstrate design’s potential to shift perceptions of […]
It’s become commonplace to add a rechargeable outdoor lantern or two to shed some light across an outdoor patio or balcony when al fresco dining is on the menu. But until recently, modern lamps sans the power cord designed for inside the home have been few and far between; those available would hardly warrant attention […]
Inspired by a chance encounter with vintage Spanish postcards, renowned designer Jaime Hayon pays homage to Spain’s rich cultural heritage and his own personal roots with Montera, a table lamp designed for Danish brand &Tradition that artfully blends old traditions with modern flair. “It’s a testament to the power of design to transcend eras and […]
Known as a progressive Italian brand that doesn’t shy away from experimentation and innovation, Kartell is becoming increasingly daring as their endeavors expand. At the moment, that means stepping into the world of artificial intelligence. In collaboration with Philippe Starck, they’ve released environmentally friendly furniture designs that merge human creativity with AI, bolstered by advancements […]
Milan Design Week 2024 visitors who stopped by the 100R exhibition had the chance to see how aluminum scrap can be turned into coveted design objects that are ready for mass production. Norwegian aluminum and renewable energy company Hydro is changing the game when it comes to the endlessly recyclable material with Hydro CIRCAL 100R, […]
