The architecture and design blog

If lack of space is your problem, the vertical kitchen designed by Massimo Facchinetti, might be the solution. Read more

The design for the base of this dining table is inspired by a cluster of tree stems. Whilst it creates a stylish impression, the metaphor does get a little mixed with its “lightly distressed driftwood finish”! Read more

Photos: Studio Toer

As a child I was fascinated with Barbara Hepworth’s Winged Figure and used to make 2d facsimiles by hammering nails into wood and winding thread around the nails to recreate a superficial resemblance to the masterpiece.

This stool, designed by Studio Toer seems to extend that simple idea into the third dimension. It uses a circular arrangement of that basic technique to create a wire dome that can be sat upon.

The natural circle formed by the tangents of each wire is very beautiful indeed. Read more

This delightful sofa is designed by Kyoko Inoda and Dane, Nils Sveje, who together founded their studio Indoa + Sveje. They have now moved from Copenhagen and operate out of Milan. Read more

If lounging around is your thing, then the Chill Out Bed by Fanstidio might make you sit-up and take notice.

It is a circular day bed, with a shell canopy that can be closed for a little extra privacy. It comes with a place to chill your wine and it even has its own light for when you are entertaining in the dark.

Think of it as a modern four-poster with drawable curtains. Read more