Posts Tagged ‘polyurethane’

Image: The Omnipresent BaObab desk by Philippe Starck for Vitra

The Omnipresent BaObab desk by Philippe Starck for Vitra

Back in 2007, the prolific Philippe Starck created a refreshing desk for Vitra that defied the standard right angles of office furniture. It was called the BaObab Desk, Read more…

Image: Zupanc’s Lolita for Moooi Will Keep You in Suspense

Zupanc’s Lolita for Moooi Will Keep You in Suspense

The Lolita Suspension Lamp is mysterious. At first, Lolita seems transparent—clearly feminine, thanks especially to its “dainty polka dot edge.” But, like Nabokov’s title character, the Lolita lamp shifts the longer you look. Read more…

Image: Mauro 3100 Bench by Figueras and Marta Vilallonga

Mauro 3100 Bench by Figueras and Marta Vilallonga

Just because NeoCon10 is in the history books doesn’t mean we should ignore the persistent push toward more functional public spaces. Read more…

Image: The FreeFlow by Gordon Guillaumier for Moroso

The FreeFlow by Gordon Guillaumier for Moroso

If you want the coolest still-life drawing subject that doubles for lounging, consider the FreeFlow seating system by Malta-born designer Gordon Guillaumier. Like a ribbon, it’s front and back bend and flip to your preference. Also, because it’s modular - and positioned on height-adjustable glides Read more…

Image: Soft, Swedish Seating: Lammhults’ Club Sofa

Soft, Swedish Seating: Lammhults’ Club Sofa

To get to “the heart of Sweden’s ‘kingdom of furniture,’” travel 450 kilometers south of Stockholm, where you’ll find the headquarters of Lammhults. Their factory, offices, and showroom are all located in the village of Lammhult, Read more…

Image: Icynene

Icynene

Icynene is an open-cell polyurethane spray foam insulation. Installed on-site, it can be used to insulate basement walls, above-grade walls, attics, floor cavities, and interior partitions for sound attenuation. Read more…