The Sanaa Architects group comprised of Kazuyo Sejima and Rye Nishizawa have released a new series of their “Rabbit Ear” chair. Complimenting the original online-only run in a raw wood style, the new capsule is seen in a series of colortones. The chairs were also a part of this year’s Serpentine Gallery Pavillon in London. The new collection of chairs is available now at the hhstyle store in Harajuku as well as nextmaruni online shop. Click here for more info about Sanaa "Rabbit Ear" Chair.
Thanks to Hypebeast for the info!
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Sanaa "Rabbit Ear" Chair
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Labels: Furniture Design, Trend
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Stüssy – Plaid Biz Card Holder



Freshly pressed suit, matching tie, and starched dress shirt, in the corporate world, conformity is the dress code. However occasionally, there is some room for individual expression, such as the new business card holders from Stüssy. Polished aluminum enameled with subtle plaid patterns and Stüssy’s “Double S” emblem, the case received another layer of clear coat for that glossy sheen.
Comes in 2 plaid designs with matching money clip (sold separately), the Stüssy Biz Card Holder is currently available at all Stüssy chapters worldwide, along with Stüssy web stores.
Such a nice B-card Holder! Thanks to Freshness for the info and photos!
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Lavazza Cookie Cup
Venezuelan designer Enrique Luis Sardi has teamed up with Italian coffee company Lavazza to create a master piece of green design – Cookie Cup!
First you drink the coffee, then you eat the cup! Brilliant! Cookie Cup is an example of the results achieved from research into food design: it's not just about coffee, but also the container – because once you have enjoyed the dark beverage you can also eat the cup. The cup is made of pastry covered with a special icing sugar, which works as an insulator, and makes the cup waterproof hence allowing you to use the cup and then appreciate its taste, so to eat and drink coffee along with a biscuit at the same time.
It looks so cool! I also want to try this Cookie Cup with coffee! Check out Lavazza for more info!
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Labels: Food, Packaging Design
Green Berry Tea – Origami Tea Packaging
Cool tea packaging concept designed by Natalia Ponmareva from Russia. Each creative tea bag looks like a beautiful origami bird. Thanks to Toxel for the info and photos!
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Labels: Graphic Design, Packaging Design
SOPH. x Tiffany & Co. 10th Anniversary Keychain
When I think of Tiffany & Co. I think of silver hearts, blue boxes and diamond rings. I don't necessarily think of street fashion. That's why I'm surprised when I discovered this collaboration – SOPH. x Tiffany & Co.
To further celebrate their 10th anniversary, SOPH. join up with another outstanding partner Tiffany & Co. to create a piece of jewelry that combines the two collaborators fine talents. The U-shaped metal piece is actually a keychain with ball-bearings that can twisted off to insert your keys with a further SOPH. ornament. No information pertaining a release date.
Thanks to Hypebeast for the info and photo!
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Sunday, November 1, 2009
Creative Review Incredible Dissolving Bag

Creative Review is the first magazine anywhere to trial a new packaging material called harmless-dissolve which was created in the UK by Cyberpac.
Take the magazine out of the bag.
Cut off the sealing strip – the glue of the strip is biodegradeable but will not dissolve in water.
Place the bag in a receptacle filled with hot water (60+ degrees recommended by manufacturer).
The clear plastic dissolves into the water almost immediately.
The printed area takes a little longer to break down.
After a couple of minutes, the printed area has broken down sufficiently for it to disintegrate when rubbed between finger and thumb – it's a bit gunky and sticky but washes off straightaway.

Pour the residue down the drain.
Any residue is perfectly harmless. Apparently you can even drink it, but it tastes horrible! Not recommend this!
A quick sluice around with water clears up any remaining residue both in the sink and in the receptacle.
Go to Creative Review for more info!
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Labels: Graphic Design, Packaging Design
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Michael Lau x MINDstyle – The Godfather Figurines



The Godfather series of films are one of the most prolific gangster films to date with intense plot and powerful acting by actors involved. To tickle the fancy of a broad audience from toy fanatics to The Godfather fans, Michael Lau and MINDstyle have gotten together to produce these limited edition figurines of the Don.
The Godfather Version 2.0 is the white marionette figurine that is the same as a black version released previously that sold out fairly quick. This version is planned to be release in 300 pieces worldwide. On the other hand The Godfather Classic is a figure of the Don sitting down wearing a black suit. This version is available in 500 pieces and available worldwide as well. Thanks to Freshness for the info and photos!
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