Interior Design Sense

Perfectly on trend for 2012, the Aurelia lamp by Qisdesign is hot! These neon-colored table lamps are inspired by the jellyfish, both in their alluring shape as well as their transparent double-acrylic body and shades, which are LED-illuminated from within to cast your whole room in a gentle glow. The three-way touch-sensitive dimmer lets you control the lighting level to set the mood in your space. Choose from pink, orange and aqua. Check out the Aurelia lamp by visiting Qisdesign.

This red freestanding bath by Italian company Zucchetti Kos blends old-school style with a modern appeal. The Morphing collection is one of those “statement pieces” that you’ll instantly love. Set on little legs that evoke the look of a traditional claw-foot, this bath features a rectangular shape with a subtle flare at one end, both for comfort and aesthetics. Also available in a classic white finish, dramatic black with a contrasting white interior, or go ahead and splash your bathroom with this vibrant, hot red hue – an instant centerpiece! Pair it with a freestanding faucet to complete the look. More information is available by visiting Zucchetti/ Kos.

Offering a creative combination of wood, glass, steel and even lighting, these modern wood stairs designed by Italian company Marretti are an instant showpiece that takes your interiors to new heights – pun intended. The Compon stairs is an illuminated addition to the home – literally. This wood design boasts a simple, clean composition that’s brought to life with an integrated contemporary lighting component visible from the side. Another cool design is the Wing-Shaped cantilevered stairs, with each step projecting from the wall with the illusion of floating up step by step. These wooden stairs come in a range of woods like Beech, Oak, Doussie, Wenge, Teak and Iroko, and several finishes including oiled, bleached, polyurethane varnished, and resin-coated in any color. More details are available by visiting Marretti.

A cross between a traditional Japanese soaker tub with hints of a Swedish spa, the Natural bathtub by Italian company Puntoacqua bring a little luxury to be enjoyed every day. Finished in Canadian cedar, the aptly named Natural bath boasts an organic round shape that can be made to your size specifications. This deep tub invites you to sit and soak away your cares, and you get to do it in style! With wood being such a hot finish and accessory option for the bathroom, this tub makes a great addition to any spa at home. More details are available by visiting Puntoacqua.

Industrial yet elegant, these mesh coffee tables by Spanish company Baltus have a modern “Euro” aesthetic that screams innovation and originality. Dubbed the Dais, Detroit and Phuket, these cool coffee tables are a contemporary combination of perforated metal and glossy lacquer tabletops, resulting in a futuristic yet very “now” aesthetic. These contemporary coffee tables are made to measure, and available in different finishes to suit any style preference, so long as “modern” and “chic” are among the criteria. For more information on these mesh coffee tables and to check out the company’s other contemporary collections, visit Baltus.

Help Wanted for a New Website!
We’re looking for a few freelance photographers / digital-camera savvy bloggers in the US, Canada and Europe to bring their unique skills to our new website www.bikingculture.com (currently under construction). The site is dedicated to casual biking / bike commuting with emphasis on biking in style, and we need photos of Stylish, Cool, Sexy people riding bikes, young or older, men or women, couples, front view or even from the back, or whatever attracts your imagination, as long as it’s cool. They can pose for photographs intentionally or you can just snap them on the streets. We require some brief description attached with the photos, like where the shoot was taken (street, city) and why you think it’s an interesting shoot, or maybe what they wear or some interesting details about their bikes.

This is a part-time, freelance position (1-2 photo submittals per day) and it’s great if your other gigs plug you into the photography work in some way. Get paid per photograph.

Maybe you’re passionate about bike commuting and want to share your inspirations with a biking-centric community? Maybe you just want a place to show off your photo skills? If this is you, then send us 3 of your sample shoots or provide a link to your photo gallery.

REQUIREMENTS

• excellent camera skills and a good eye for cool images
• a strong sense of style

For the 3 sample shoots, we would prefer photos of people biking.
We want to be wowed with your unique awesome pictures! Please remember, this is not about sports riding, but about casual European style biking on slow moving Dutch style bikes, fixies or road bikes, pretty bikes with baskets, pannier bags, and even utility bikes. So please do not send racing, BMX, mountain or similar photos.

Here’s a few specific examples to show you what we’re looking for:

http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/tiffanys/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-via-tortona-milan-3/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/young-ladies-shot-on-their-bike-from-my-bike-amsterdam-milan-copenhagen/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-e-2st-new-york/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-viale-piave-milano/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/this-is-why-biking-is-good-for-your-legs-nyc/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-heat-wave-new-york-city/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-short-cycle-paris/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-corso-magenta-milan/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/new-york-bikes-with-style/
http://www.thesartorialist.com/photos/on-the-street-brera-milano/

If this is something you’re interested in and for specific pay-rates, please email us at infogate@comcast.net. Don’t forget to attach your sample photos or links.

It’s not often that you get romantic and contemporary combined, but the Vases Lampara lighting by Spanish company Vondom is chic, edgy and soft, all in one. These modern lamps feature a white base and shade, which is multi-faceted with a subtle diamond pattern. When lit, the gentle glow lures you in – just try and resist it! These remote-controlled lamps illuminate your space with a white light, or choose from seven color options and even a dynamic setting of ever-changing hues. The Vases Lampara come in floor, table and pendant designs. Check them out by visiting Vondom.

Presenting its new glass sink line, Sweden’s Kosta Boda is making a splash in the bath with the new Lagoon sink with fish – a fab showpiece with function to boot. Artist and designer Kjell Engman used glass to echo the cool qualities of water with a modern flair. This unique sink is inspired by an aquarium, complete with a fish frozen inside for a pop of color and added interest. Not that this sink needs it! From its ice-block shape and look, to its curious stepped interior, there’s much to love about this modern washbasin. Pair it with a high-polished chrome faucet for added oomph. For more information, visit Kosta Boda.

The REWASHLAMP Project by Portuguese designer To Martins really turns us on! Made from salvaged washing-machine parts, this repurposed lighting design is modeled on a photographer’s tripod, boasting a slightly industrial, considerably cool aesthetic ideal for the living room, bedroom, home office or library. These floor lamps feature adjustable-height bases in a range of finishes, and are topped with a selection of tres chic lampshades decked out in a rainbow of colors, materials and textures to suit every style preference. For more info, check out the website at REWASHLAMP.

The Bitta stool by Riva showcases wood’s natural beauty in all its glory – its shape, its grain, and even its imperfections. Made of solid wood, available in Briccola and Cedar with metal base, we love the “workshop” style of this stool. The asymmetrical silhouettes complement the wood’s natural knots, cracks and hollows, offering a warm, well-used feel. Lend an industrial edge to any style interiors interiors, whether ultra-contemporary or country-chic. And like in nature, no two are alike! Italian company Riva knows how to bring out natural beauty, with collections of used, recycled and reclaimed materials transformed into stunning, contemporary furnishings. For more information on the Bitta stool, visit Riva.