Interior Design Sense

Delve into the archives of Yanko Design and you’ll notice that 6 out of 10 designs are by Korean Designers! It’s never been a calculated attempt on our part, but the truth is that their ideas and concepts are so innovative and in-sync with “good design”, that it is hard to ignore. Many of you write in to ask how we find out about these designers; I can’t give out our trade secret, but I can direct you to a place where you can meet them in person and maybe share your passion for design. The Korea Pavilion will be set up at the 100% Design London, this September. They are really eager to show you their ideas and introduce you to their team; maybe even hook-up some business propositions!

For those of who are attending the 100% Design London, earmark their stand L70 (23 – 26 Sept), and those at home, fret not, here’s a peek at what you’re missing…in a two-part series special! Let’s Look at Part I.

Ring For You And Earth by Birthday

Do you recollect the “Only 1°C Change Can Affect Us – Ceramic Cup”? The same design studio is showcasing the Only 1°C change can affect us: Tee shirt and these gorgeous recycle rings! When I visit the Korean Pavilion, I’m heading here first!

Undulating Salad Bowl by Design Now

The Undulating Salad Bowl is quite a quirky design intended for multiple diners. It has a sturdy base, and the Bowl does a complete 360 degree rotation, giving all diners equal access. With its ribbon-shaped base, the Salad Bowl is capable of transforming into various looks. It certainly is a conversational piece for any party!

Glass Tape by 601BISANG

Looking for design with a sense of humor? 601BISANG is the right place to look for it! Their Glass Tape is perfect for mix-and-match & co-ordination and is made with eleven sets and twenty-two different graphics. They will be showcasing many other products like the “Fantasticker”, a translucent, multi-colored pattern sticker in various shapes such as circles, triangles, and squares; you can layer them to create your own set of patterns. The Kraft Post-it: a multi-tasker with its vintage charm of wood-block stamp marks. Leaf Bookmark Note: charming leaves between pages.

The Sharing Teapot by i-CLUE DESIGN

The fascinating i-CLUE DESIGN will be showcasing the Hobi Tree ( a nursing bottle dryer), but I particularly fancy their Sharing Teapot! Based on Korea’s culture of sharing and caring, the teapot allows you to brew two kinds of tea in the same pot! Talk about dishing out a heady caffeinated cocktail!

Transform Tanagram Sofa by DESIGNSKIN

DESIGNSKIN specializes in Children’s toys and their Transform Tanagram Sofa bagged an iF 2010 Product Design Award. If you are taking your little tyke to the exhibition, be sure to let him play with their interactive and imaginative products like the Castle Mat and STAGO SOFA beanbag!

“TA-RAE” Lighting by Design Virus

This is one Korean Virus that you will want to catch, simply because of their astonishing creativity. Who would have thought that spools of threads can transform to such elegant lamps! That’s “TA-RAE” Lighting for you, composed of ten traditional “Seoul colors!”

Tree Bookshelf by designArtist Soh

designArtist Soh’s main objective is to make furniture and art expression as well. Essentially this means they want it to be functional and beautiful to look at. A perfect example for this is the Tree Bookself. I recommend that you also check out the Relation Sheep Stool that will be there at the stand, it will be interesting to see how two people sit face-to-face on a soft sheep-wool-stool and have a conversation!

For this and more fun products, stay tuned for Part II of the Korea Deign Pavilion at 100% London Design festival; right here on Yanko Design!

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For those of you in love with rustic decors, here is a fun idea from Live Farm. These original wooden hooks come in diverse shapes in order to serve various “hooking” needs. Whether they are used as clothes hangers or as support for other decorative objects (like in the first photo for example), these simple yet very creative timber elements could help build the personality of an interior. As you can see, the hooks look good no matter what room they are placed in, even if we are talking about the living-room, the bathroom or the barn. Moreover, they give away a friendly, warm and familiar feel when combined with other wooden decorating items. In case you are looking for similar ideas, be sure to check out our post called 25 Of The Most Creative Wall Hook Designs. -via Notcot.org

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So you like wood when it comes to furniture and interior design! There’s nothing wrong with that. In fact I share your passion for interiors filled with wood finishing. And I also happen to love wooden floors and that’s why I’m showing you today an out-of-the-box idea for your floor: the Boewer Wooden Carpet. In fact there are various Wooden Carpet concepts from Boewer you should check out before deciding on your favorite: the Wentwood, the Mortimer, the Sherwood and the Ashdown. Each version offers you various wood patterns that will help you create interesting shapes out of the carpets, especially in case you’d rather use them as décor elements. All four Wooden Carpets offer you various wood combinations and come in different sizes that will fit various rooms in your house. Are you ready to make a decision? Via Boewer

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The new Exzentro Umbrella S1 from StructureLab is an artful, architectural sunshade inspired by sails and air. This light, free-flowing umbrella boasts a unique shape that will command attention on the deck, in the garden or by the pool. The irregular frame is clad in a fresh, light fabric, creating a multitude of shapes. By day, these modern shades screen the sun, while at night they make stunning focal points when combined with some dramatic lighting. Available in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes, these contemporary sun umbrellas can be sophisticated or fun, but always cool. For more information visit StructureLab.

We’ve seen so many incredible displays of design and architecture from A-Cero that now our expectations (and probably your as well) are getting  higher and higher when it comes to a company with such an amazing portfolio. So far it seems that the architects at A-Cero live up to their prestige and their latest residential project stands as a solid proof. The Concrete House II is a family project located in Madrid and stretches over a surface of no less than 1.600 square meters. The first impression when seeing its unusual architecture with gray concrete and vegetation ramps is that you are looking at an bunker entrance. The facade reveals large windows and uncommon shapes. The roof ensures this home’s ecological features as it contains solar tubular collectors, making this residence a sustainable project.  The site also includes a beautiful garden and a picturesque lake which complete the “dreamy” image that this home inspires.

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Trained blacksmith Sebastian Summa incorporates his expertise in the striking Kalotte Lighting Collection. Designed for Hugo Bräuer Metallwaren, the collection captures the fortuitous imagination of Suma beautifully who isn’t afraid of experimenting with a bevy of finishes, textures and shapes.

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The wondrous world of Nature can inspire even the most jaded soul out there so how can the A&D continuum resist? Fluid Faucets designs explore the surrealistic world of natural and even man-made wonders and deeply rooted in nature, art and architecture. The Fan Series of faucet pay homage to the Exotic East and is characterized by sinuous shapes, fluid lines and elegant styling.

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On two occasions we have showcased how to keep our blind friends entertained. It’s been Rubiks all this while, but if they crave something different then here is something more challenging; The Huarong! It’s an ancient Chinese game of intellectual toys which includes judgment of textures and sense of shapes. I wouldn’t want to dilute the explanation to the game, so I have left it intact for you to read in the accompanying pictures. Have a look….

Designer: Xiang Pan

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As we see the influx of many retro gaming tables and furnishings, here is one perfect for those of you who got hooked to that popular brick game Tetris. Aside from the bright colors of the various brick shapes, the Tetris Table should be a great addition for indoor and outdoor use and works perfectly in a casual environment. Trendy and stylish, the Tetris Table is a brainchild of Jared Kohn which remains a concept for now. Via

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As we see the influx of many retro gaming tables and furnishings, here is one perfect for those of you who got hooked to that popular brick game Tetris. Aside from the bright colors of the various brick shapes, the Tetris Table should be a great addition for indoor and outdoor use and works perfectly in a casual environment. Trendy and stylish, the Tetris Table is a brainchild of Jared Kohn which remains a concept for now. Via

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