Light bulb is a revolutionary product in it of itself, which makes it even more unique when it is used outside of its predictable functional realm. Check out these metamorphosed light bulb modern designs, formed like modern acoustic panels, contemporary lighting installations and modern accessories; and be the judge of how inventive these creative re-inventions really are.
(de)light Wine Glass by Cristina Ferraz Rigo
Sticky Lamp by Chris Kabel
Accustica by Altera Design Studio
It’s a new year and a new beginning both of which are symbolized by a brand new calendar, or a turn of a page on an existing one. Modern calendars have evolved tremendously from simply being cute and hobby-oriented to conversation pieces that look more like modern accessories that outlive their year-long functions as mere calendars. Check out our top 5 most unique calendars.
Number Calendar by Present & Correct
Cubes Perpetual Calendar by MoMA
Modern design, known for being frill-free, function-driven and highly creative is also known to easily transcend time, especially when its function is communicated in the most direct manner – as part of its structural composite. Check out these great gift ideas, ideal for just about anyone, in particularly those who appreciate the purity of modern design.
“I will Survive” Planter
“LikeDislike” Napkins
“NoteMe” Pillow
Inspired by the human body, designed by brilliant human minds, produced by talented human hands, made to be appreciated by the human sensorial system.
What happens when the inspiration comes from a Byzantine Empress, the craftsmanship, from Italy’s legendary mosaic manufacturer and the vision, from a French design virtuoso who’s been revolutionizing haute couture fashion for over three decades? The result is a mind-blowing experience to say the least, a collection full of poetic foresight that reverberates as a form of art fashioned with creativity, innovative praxis and a bona fide commitment to celebrating past and present with femininity, artistry, fashion and design as its indoctrinating principles.
Presented at the 2011 Milan Furniture Fair, the Theodora Collection by Christian Lacroix for Sicis is inspired by a beautiful courtesan who became Empress of the Byzantine Empire, co-ruling with her husband as equal, advocating women’s rights, religious freedoms, protecting the less fortunate and cementing many societal ideologies based on which modern-day cultures are governed. Theodora was considered the most powerful and influential woman in the history of the empire which she achieved with her intelligence, perseverance and lust for life.
