Artist Gabriel Dawe uses colorful threads to create site-specific installations that explore the connection between fashion and architecture. His work focuses on the exploration of textile as a medium of artistic expression, as he transforms ordinary threads to shimmering, vibrant, colorful sculptures.

Originally from Mexico City, Gabriel Dawe grew up with influences of the Mexican culture, in which colorful and vivid colors play a very important role. Initially, he worked several years as a graphic designer, but in 2000 he decided that he prefers to deal with the Visual Arts and moved to Montreal, Canada where he set up his atelier. In search of his own personal way of artistic expression, he decided to use a familiar product as raw material – cotton. Originally, he experimented with creations made of fabric, but questioning his artistic identity he decided to move to a more primary and simple material – thread.

His work has evolved rapidly over the last years and now he specializes in the manufacture of large-scale visual themes (installations) with threads. His works are characterized by intense of colors, boldness and the explosive temperament of his cultural heritage. His art installations are definitely something fresh, interesting and different.

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The Kyocera Kyotop Damascus SandGarden series of ceramic knives are created with the harmony of Japanese traditional beauty and the high technology of Kyocera.

Japanese Kyocera is one of the leading companies worldwide in the development of ceramic compounds and a pioneer in the manufacture of ceramic knives. Having already in their range of products some of the harder knives of the market, it pushes the standards even higher with the Kyotop Sandgarden Damascus series, which is made from powdered zircon, pressed under 300 tons of pressure. This high tech blade construction process creates ceramic blades with a Damascus look and hardness comparable to diamond. The ultra-sharp, long-life blade holds its edge much longer than steel, doesn’t impart metallic taste or smell and is stain and rust proof.

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Concrete is a material with “tough” industrial aesthetics which Most of the time we see in large outdoor constructions and not in design objects.

But the immense flexibility which offers for the creation of complex shapes combined with its extraordinary durability makes it suitable for a variety of decorative applications. German brand HighTech offers an extensive range of stunning and sophisticated washbasins made from patented concrete. The concrete used is special mixture of “glass fiber reinforced concrete”. The mixture also contains additives that make it resistant to scratches moisture and breakage, while its surface is sealed and treated with polish cream. Minor variations in pores or color, streaking and shrinkage cracks are an intrinsic part of the material.

HighTech concrete washbasins are clearly distinguished by minimalist design, ergonomic simplicity and strict modern line, in accordance with the philosophy of contemporary German design. Many of the brands’ designs have repeatedly excelled in important design competitions. The “Wedge Washbasin” for example (left one on the picture) won the much sought-after “red dot design award” in the “best of the best” category, where selection is made according to the strictest criteria.

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The Valenica Candle Holders were designed by Jaime Hayon for Turkish brand Gaia & Gino and they stand out due to their sleek geometric pattern that combines modernity, elegance and luxury.

“The optical projects explores, through shapes, incisions and sanding, variations of light effect on crystal. The different techniques are used to invite or challenge light’s entry and create playful effects that allow us to discover the magic of light inside crystal structures.” All the patterns on Valencia collection are sandblasted by hand.

The design combines pure geometric shapes such as cubes, cylinders and hexagons, positioned one on top of the other in an asymmetrical layout. The result is a modern candle holder characterized by a discreet luxury.

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The PLUMEN 001 by British brand Hulger is the world’s first designer low energy light bulb. Its dynamic, sculptured form contrasts to the dull regular shapes of existing low energy bulbs and constitutes PLUMEN 001 an integral decorating element, rather than an afterthought.

Low energy light bulbs have invaded our lives for good over the recent years. They use 80% less energy than the traditional incandescent light bulbs, keeps down electricity bills and are better for the environment. They also last around 8 times longer. However they don’t look particularly elegant, their spiral shape is bulky and overly complex, lacking sleekness and styling. Despite this, we have to buy them out of moral obligation. British brand Hulger figured that the problem can be solved.  Make the bulb attractive and people will spend a bit more and enjoy a better design that they will appreciate every day.

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The Déchirer is an exclusive floor and wall tile designed by celebrated designer Patricia Qrquiola for Italian brand Ceramiche Mutina. The Déchirer tiles combine the texture of cement with distinct, yet delicate décors evoking the history and layered memories of a time-worn material.

Patricia Urquiola, is renowned for her work with iconic brands such as Moroso, B&B Italia, Driade, Agape, Foscarini, Kartell, Knoll, Rosenthal, Floss, Alessi and many more. So it comes as no surprise that she made her debut in floor ceramics with a creation which is no less than extraordinary. Their name comes from the corresponding verb in French, which means “tear”. The semiology of the name refers to the fact that Déchirer tiles feature a blend of different patterns which look they came to light after the initial pattern was worn out and something underneath came to the surface.

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Catcher was designed by Graeme Davies for Joseph Joseph, the famous London based cookware firm, and is exactly the citrus reamer I always imagined using.

I have never used a citrus juicer before. Probably because it always seems faster to simply grab a fork and squeeze a lemon directly on my food. So every time I was squeezing a lemon, I accepted that there will be some pips in my food. Joseph Joseph Catcher Citrus Reamer clearly extracts the juice better than the fork, while it keeps the pips out of my food, simple and practical.

With its soft rubber cup underneath the reaming head, the Joseph Joseph Catcher effortlessly catches any debris, whist allowing juice to drain through. In addition it’s ergonomic handle is more comfortable and allows for faster squeezing than a horizontal hand juicer.

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Sometimes, the key in order to excel in a certain area lies in specialization. German company Schönbuch specializes in a particular type of furniture, entrance-area furniture.

As a result of the exclusive expertise in furniture of this type, Schönbuch has some interesting suggestions that differ from the ordinary in terms of appearance and ergonomics. One of the most recent and characteristic Schönbuch products is the Flip mirror/coatrack. Flip is a wall-mounted flat mirror with a built-in coat rail that can be conveniently folded behind the mirror when not in use. It looks like a modern flat mirror, but can be easily transformed into a very comfortable and elegant coatrack. At the same time, it offers storage space in its interior for the exceptional design hangers that accompany it.

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