Top 10 Egg Shaped & Inspired Modern Furniture Pieces – Happy Easter!

Monday, April 5th, 2010

Spring is here and with it, so is Easter…and what would Easter be without its defining symbol – Easter eggs.  Because egg is the symbol of rebirth and new beginning, the world’s fascination with it dates back to ancient times, crossing cultures, religions and geographic locations.  The world of modern furniture, spearheaded by some of the most well known design masterminds, is no different and has been celebrating this holiday and its many symbolic connotations with its own unique interpretations of the Egg by incorporating its shape into everything from modern sofas and contemporary chairs to lighting and accessories.

Egg Chair by the world renowned Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark

Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark

Egg Chair by Arne Jacobsen in 1958 for Fritz Hansen, Denmark

Tato Collection by Denis Santachiara and Enrico Baleri / Tato Tattoo Collection by Maurizio Galante for Cerrutti Baleri, Italy

Tato Collection by Denis Santachiara and Enrico Baleri / Tato Tattoo Collection by Maurizio Galante for Cerrutti Baleri, Italy

Tato Collection by Denis Santachiara and Enrico Baleri / Tato Tattoo Collection by Maurizio Galante for Cerrutti Baleri, Italy

Ciottolo Washbasin by Michael and Christian Sieger for Duravit, Germany

Ciottolo Washbasin by Michael and Christian Sieger for Duravit, Germany

Ciottolo Washbasin by Michael and Christian Sieger for Duravit, Germany

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Oscar Worthy Modern Hammock – Wave at the 82nd Academy Awards

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

Since it was first introduced at the Maison&Object Designer Furniture Fair in September of 2008, Wave Hammock has been catching the world’s attention and making its mark through coveted design awards (like the 2009 Interior Design Magazine’s Best of Year Award), honorary industry recognitions in major publications (like Marie Claire Maison and Made in Design) and through a one-of-a-kind US tour aptly titled “Catch the WAVE”. Wave’s #2 stop (after a month-long sojourn at the International Polo Club in Palm Beach Florida) is at the none other than the 2010 Academy Awards Celebrity Gift Lounge. Yes, Wave will get to cozy up to the crème de la crème of show business and serve as a backdrop to the other perk of attending the Oscars (other than winning one of course).

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So why exactly did the Wave Hammock so quickly and so profoundly became an undeniable symbol of outdoor extravagance.  Simply and mainly because it is one of a kind, a hybrid between a lounger, a hammock and a parasol, a piece of functional art, and sculptural seating solution that serves its intended purpose while centering its surroundings with outmost design aesthetics, comfort, convenience and ergonomics.

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