Category — Modern Accessories

I’m in need to update my silverware and if I ever get a chance, I’d love to start here with this steel cutlery. There are so many different designs, but if I had to choose I would probably go for one of these following designs. The picture above is designed by a Japanese product designer Sori Yanagi in 1974.

One of Denmark’s most successful Architect and Designer, Arne Jacobsen created a minimalist cutlery in 1957. It is simple in form and to this day remains striking and modern.

“This cutlery was designed by Henning Koppel, the sculptor, as a tribute to the World Exhibition in New York in 1963 and soon made history as a new departure in design. As early as 1966 the cutlery was awarded the ID prize, the highest accolade for Danish design, for its clear-cut lines where the form itself is the decoration.”

Via: George Jenson

Modernica is going to have a big Case Study Cylinder Planter sale on this Thursday, September 2 through Sunday. It will only be online for the people who either like them on Facebook or follow them on Twitter. Getting a great deal can be expected. If you are planning to buy a planter, don’t miss this chance!

One of the classic Mid-century icon, “Hang-It-All” is now introduced with a new limited edition color sporting a black frame and solid walnut balls. It is to be released by Herman Miller this August. The wall hanger will only be in production for only a few months, ending in early 2011.

For those people who think that the original model is too colorful and poppy, this one is definitely more universal for people who prefer a more limited color palette in their room.

Available: DWR, Stardust

The Lollipop Shoppe furniture store in east London has a great collection of mid-century inspired furniture. “The Lollipop Shoppe provides a carefully chosen range of outstandingly conceived and crafted furniture and accessories. Representing a select group of major international manufacturers, it offers a range of classic and contemporary pieces by established designers as well as exciting, up-and-coming design talent.”

I especially enjoyed browsing through their great selection pendant lamps. The one on the right corner and below is up-coming designer Fredrik Mattson‘s PXL Pendant lamp in 2007. It’s a very contemporary design but it goes well with other MCM furniture.

The Lollipop Shoppe
10 Lamb Street, Old Spitalfields Market  London  E1 6EA
Via: The Lollipop Shoppe, dezeen

I recently found out that one of my candle holders is possibly Rude Osolnik Candlesticks. I thought they were from Denmark but Rude Osolnik was actually a well-known American wood turner since the 50′s.

Rude Osolnik created robust forms from a variety of woods in Kentucky. He is famous for being able to use figures in the wood he makes, creating a unique style that only Rude Osolnik can turn.

His sleek lined neck candles are very iconic but he also created beautiful wood pieces. I’m very happy to discover that I own one of his pieces! Available on ebay!

Via: Modern 50, artnet, hopingforhappyaccidents