Wool House at Somerset House

March 22nd, 2013

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The functional and aesthetic versatility of wool is celebrated at Wool House, an exhibition curated by interior designer and stylist, Arabella McNie, at London’s Somerset House.

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Mundvoll Grocery Store and Café by Joint Perspectives

May 30th, 2011

Mundvoll grocery store and café; photo: Lena Reiner

María Meller and Mirja Sick of Joint Perspectives have designed the interior for a new grocery store and café in Friedrichshafen, on the edge of Lake Constance. The concept behind the store was to recreate the feel of a traditional local shop, with fresh ingredients and a friendly atmosphere. Situated within the campus of Zeppelin University, the café offers students a place to hang out and enjoy drinks, snacks and lunch.

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Ben Pentreath – Cabinet of Curiosities

October 14th, 2010

Ben Pentreath’s Bloomsbury store is full of fantastic vintage finds as well as new products, furniture, books, textiles and great gifts. On show now is the latest incarnation of the Cabinet of Curiosities, with an eclectic mix of objects beautifully arranged in the back room which also houses a grand display of plaster casts and mouldings by Peter Hone.

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Midcentury Modern at Dulwich College

March 29th, 2009

This annual collector’s fair in South London presents a vast array of design from the previous century alongside a selection of contemporary designers and crafters in an attractive space. Prices are fair but there aren’t too many genuine bargains to be found as the exhibitors know what they’ve got. As a one stop shop for some great furniture and homeware it’s well worth a visit. The date for this year’s fair is Sunday 21st March.

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