Although Urban Barn is advertising their Belvedere recliner as the perfect Father’s Day gift, I’d say that more than just dads would like lounging in something like this.
Belvedere recliner, $1199, Urban Barn
If you’re interested in a chance to win a recliner (or an Urban Barn chair of your choice), go ahead and “like” Urban Barn’s Facebook page and share your story about why your dad is number one.
Things are getting a little wonky in the seating department. First, my friend CC sent me this seat designed by Lila Jang:
Lila Jang’s wall-climbing sofa
And then Kelly from Design Crush posted a link to these benches designed by Jeppe Hein:
modified social benches by Jeppe Hein, images via Beaufort 04
What do you think? Are these pieces functional or are they only for fun?
In case you haven’t heard, St. Patrick’s day is just around the corner – as in tomorrow – and while many people may opt for green beer this weekend, I’m more of a fan of the longer-lasting items below. A diamond ring – yes please! A cool clover chair – I see you! And a couple sweet clover-y tables – what an easy way to bring some good luck into your home.
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Ring
Comme des Garcons clover wallet, 145 euros
Ethan Allen clover table, $259
mirrored tray table, $480
Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
The art world descends on Miami this week for a variety of art fairs and events anchored by the mammoth and super-glam Art Basel: Miami Beach.
There are numerous additional art fairs and cultural events happening around the city simultaneously including Design Miami. Now in its sixth year, the fair has become one of the trendiest venues for selling (super) high-end contemporary and 20th century design.
This year David Adjaye was awarded the designer of the year and was commissioned to construct a site-specific work for the show grounds. Below is a selection of Adjaye’s creations, celebrity visitors…and, of course, great design being exhibited.
Genesis by David Adjaye at Design Miami
Chainsaw Lounge Chair by Charles de Lisle, Hostler Burrows
Craig Robins and Pharrell Williams
For more information, check out Design Miami’s great blog about the show, the exhibitors, designers, and more.
Dear Readers: Do not adjust your computer screens. Troy is taking over White Cabana this week and, as you can see, he’s really shaken things up around here! Enjoy. – Jordana
You’ve seen it 100,000 times. The Noguchi Coffee Table is one of the best-known icons of 20th century design. It has been copied, imitated and become so ubiquitous it approaches design cliche (like the Barcelona chair).
Nevertheless, Isamu Noguchi (1904-1988) is a fascinating and talented artist/furniture designer who deserves recognition beyond this single table. Like many great 20th century furniture designers, their biggest “hits” often overshadow their other accomplishments. So Caviar20’s first Friday Five is dedicated to Noguchi, both his design icons (like the Cyclone Table) and other lesser-known but highly sought after collector’s pieces like his radio and “Chess Table”. Noguchi’s work, mostly in metal, stone and occasionally wood, was realized with a very austere palette including lots of black. For more on Noguchi, we recommend visiting the Noguchi Museum in Long Island City (minutes from Manhattan) or exploring their handsome website. For today’s Friday Five we’ll introduce Noguchi with a selection of his most famous, fantastic and coveted design pieces.
1. Noguchi coffee table, designed in 1948. Manufactured by Herman Miller.
Image: Herman Miller
2. Cyclone Table, designed in 1953. Manufactured by Knoll.
Image: Knoll
3. Noguchi Radio Nurse, designed in 1937. Manufactured by Zenith.
Image: Live Auctioneers
4. Chess table, designed in 1947. Manufactured by Herman Miller.
Image: Noguchi Museum
5. Rudder Table, designed in 1945. Manufactured by Herman Miller.
Image: icollector
Dear Readers: Do not adjust your computer screens. Troy is taking over White Cabana this week and, as you can see, he’s really shaken things up around here! Enjoy. – Jordana