Tag Archives: Los Angeles Design
History Lesson: Eames Molded Plastic Chair
In the 1940s, Charles and Ray Eames were focusing on designing with plastic- molding it into organic shapes that conformed to the body. The bent, welded wire base was added to the shell and the first mass-produced one-piece plastic chair was born. The chair was introduced in 1948 at the Museum of Modern Art, and [...]
Weekly Wrap Up: The Acapulco Chair, and Black & White Bathrooms
Monday’s History Lesson: The Acapulco Chair Friday’s Destination: The Black & White Bathroom
Destination: The Black & White Bathroom
It’s the start of spring and I know I’m supposed to be in spring color mode, but black and white bathrooms have been jumping out at me lately. They can be completely neutral and full of life, and at the same time cozy and gorgeous. Black and white is an elegant and timeless combination, so [...]
History lesson: Acapulco Chair
The classic Acapulco Chair was designed in Mexico in the 1950s from steel and plastic. Rumor has is that the chair is based on Mayan hammock weaving techniques, but the design and designer continue to remain anonymous to this day. Whatever the actual story is, there is no denying their vibrant plastic splendor reminiscent of [...]
Weekly Wrap Up: Tivaevae & Marz Designs
Monday’s History Lesson: Tivaevae Friday’s Destination: Marz Designs, Sydney, Australia
Destination: Marz Designs, Sydney, Australia
Marz Designs was established by Coco Reynolds in 2010. Coco is a graduate of the University of Canberra, Australia, and since has been inspired to push the boundaries of different mediums and her own aesthetic. Marz’s goal is to promote craft practice in collaboration with industry, and has a very cool inventory of lighting and [...]
History Lesson: Tivaevae
The applique, embroidery and crochet skills introduced into the Cook Islands by members of the London Missionary Society are the origins of the hand-stitched Tivaevae- a form of applique and embroidery art specific to Polynesia. The name “Tivaevae” refers to the items produced, and literally means to stitch or sew. The Tivaevae are either made [...]
Weekly Wrap Up: Chambray, Tropical Colors, & Heath Ceramics Open Studios
Monday’s History Lesson: Chambray Wednesday’s Design Meets Fashion: Tropical Colors Friday’s Destination: Heath Ceramics Open Studios
Destination: Heath Ceramics Open Studios
Heath Ceramics, the iconic mid-century pottery design studio, is having their annual open studio event in the Sausalito, San Francisco & Los Angeles showrooms May 10-12. The schedule will include factory tours, flower bouquets, food trucks, tile glazing and more. While you’re there, check out the gorgeous new Camellia setting by Alabama Chanin. For more [...]
History Lesson: Chambray
Chambray always seems to hide out in the shadows of denim, except for the few months out of the year when we’re into beachy and nautical-inspired fashions. But we love it- for its softness, color, and high thread count. Legend has it that French weaver Jean-Baptiste Cambray first created chambray sometime in the early 14th [...]
