Jumat, 21 Desember 2012

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Theurel & Thomas Pâtisserie by Anagrama

Posted: 21 Dec 2012 07:23 AM PST



As a first pâtisserie in Mexico specialized in French macarons, Theurel & Thomas Pâtisserie has tasked brand development agency Anagrama to create an imposing brand that would emphasize the unique value, elegance and detail of this delicate dessert.

To make the colorful macarons as the focal point when one step into the pâtisserie, white color was used extensively throughout the interior, from fit-outs furniture to display sets. Details were an essential part in the design. Anagrama meticulously selected each porcelain piece creating a balance with sophisticated specks that made the value of the brand and the exclusivity of the product outshine.





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ARTREE for iPad

Posted: 21 Dec 2012 01:44 AM PST



Featured by Apple as "New & Noteworthy / Staff Favorites" iPad apps, Simply speaking, Artree created by Hansol Huh is a tree-generator.

With a tap of your finger, Artree's sophisticated generative algorithm begins growing an amazingly beautiful tree. Every tree has its own unique shape and life , so all you have to do is just letting it come through. Watching the tree grow is mesmerizing, because of the randomness you never know what you're going to get. "It's really one of the best zen-ish apps around.

ARTREE can be play in portrait or landscape mode. In portrait mode, a tree grow. In landscape mode, a number of trees will grow one after another so that they make a beautiful forest.




You can save Artree image as for iPad wallpapers or Make unique and novel images for wallpapers, web designs, page layouts, or illustrations.

If you like ARTREE, then growing flower in this Flowerium apps probably will interested you!


+ iTunes

Rabu, 19 Desember 2012

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Christmas Gift Idea #7: Magis Rocking Horse for Kids

Posted: 19 Dec 2012 05:20 AM PST



Rocky rocking horse designed by Marc Newson for Italian brand Magis' MeToo collection is a modern take on a traditional object, a pop version taking its character loosely from medieval jousting horses. a historic childhood icon. Made from rotationally moulded polyethylene for its durability and recyclability, Rocky marked the second of Marc Newson's designs for children.

This fun little horse will be a perfect Christmas gift for kids and parent who love design.




See also:
Christmas Gift Idea #1: Amelia Rope Chocolate Autumn/Winter Collection 2012.
Christmas Gift Idea #2: Architectmade BIRD Family.
Christmas Gift Idea #3: Absolut Tune Sparkling Vodka.
Christmas Gift Idea #4: New Vespa 946.
Christmas Gift Idea #5: Alessandro M.- Merry Boy Corkscrew
Christmas Gift Idea #6: Leica X2 Edition Paul Smith

+ Magis MeToo

Selasa, 18 Desember 2012

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Christmas Gift Idea #6: Leica X2 Edition Paul Smith

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:16 AM PST



The Leica X2 latest special edition combines British style with German design, what the red dot is to Leica, above all bright stripes are to Paul Smith designs and the most wonderful proof that they can live in perfect harmony.

The limited edition of the Leica X2 features bright orange on the top plate, the legendary British racing green of the leather trim and the fluorescent yellow of its base. Beside this, another Paul Smith highlight is the stylised light bulb engraved on the cover of the pop-up flash.

In addition to the camera, Paul Smith also designed a range of accessories include a camera protector and a camera strap, both in taupe-coloured calfskin, and a lens cleaning cloth inscribed with 'Paul Smith for Leica'.

The Leica X2 Edition Paul Smith will be an expression of sheer joy especially in this Christmas season.





+ Leica

Minggu, 16 Desember 2012

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Van Cleef & Arpels by Jouin Manku

Posted: 16 Dec 2012 07:45 AM PST



With the appeals of China massive wealth and crazyiness of luxury items, Van Cleef & Arpels' third flagship store was opened in September 2011 in Hong Kong following their Paris and New York expansion. Designed by Patrick Jouin & Sanjit Manku, the impressive illuminated facade catches the attention thanks to its poetic contrast with the rest of the street.

The interior decoration is the quintessence of refinement. The ornamental style, the engraved bas-relief panels, the chromatic harmony of soft hues, the subtle lighting effects, the use of leather and the floral theme are all inspired by the Place Vendome Maison.




As always, designer Patrick Jouin had his conceptual hand in the design on this store. Unlike conventional jewellery store where things are kept at arm length, modern touches such as bubble-style glass dome containers are placed around the store for customers viewing pleasure.

According to Patrick Jouin, jewellery is so small, you can just pass by and not be aware of it. The idea of the architecture of the space is to create this special emotion for people to be surprised, to look and notice. The hologram of the jewellery is a simple magical trick – you can almost touch it! Most visitors can't buy the pieces, so on top of there being the 'fun' element, it was also important that there wasn't any barrier between visitor and jewellery.




+ Jouin Manku

Kamis, 13 Desember 2012

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Christmas Gift Idea #5: Alessandro M.- Merry Boy Corkscrew

Posted: 13 Dec 2012 06:28 PM PST



Alessandro Mendini popular corkscrew- Alessandro M. corkscrew is getting a facelift for the Christmas season. A limited edition, the "Alessandro M.- Merry Boy" corkscrew is the product chosen as the 2011 symbol for "The Dream Factory": a partnership project between Alessi and the Association "Amici dei Bambini" set up in 2006 with the aim - just like Father Christmas - of making dreams come true for lots of children living in hardship all over the world. This year Father Christmas is dressed up in red, white and green to bring his round-the-world "Dream Factory" trip to Italy for the first time.

The project that Alessi and Amici dei Bambini have chosen to decorate in green, white and red to celebrate our country focuses this time on someone really special: tiny babies still too young to have real wishes of their own, apart from the unique and imperative one of wanting to stay with their mothers. For them, the first Mother-Child Community, managed by Amici dei Bambini, will be built in the Milan area. It'll be a protected, safe place where new mums with problems will be welcomed with their little ones in that time of need. A special home where they can learn to be mothers and children, enveloped in each other's warm arms.

See also:
Christmas Gift Idea #1: Amelia Rope Chocolate Autumn/Winter Collection 2012.
Christmas Gift Idea #2: Architectmade BIRD Family.
Christmas Gift Idea #3: Absolut Tune Sparkling Vodka.
Christmas Gift Idea #4: New Vespa 946.

+ Alessi

Christmas Gift Idea #4: New Vespa 946

Posted: 13 Dec 2012 02:45 AM PST



Piaggio new scooter, the Vespa 946 is a mix of new technology with classic retro style of Vespa. the Vespa 946 maintains many of Vespa's signature design of MP6, the original Vespa prototype back in 1946 designed by Corradino D'Ascanio.

The 946 main attraction is the aerodynamic cantilevered seat, which at first glance it look like a parrot head. Piaggio's engineers have taken a bolder step in fixing a larger aluminum seat for two people compared to the solo seat in the old model.

The 946 also features aluminum alloys, body with sleek curves and fuel-efficient technology. Another addition is the horizontally mounted rear shock absorber with four adjustable positions, LED lighting and LCD display.

So thinking of Vespa 946 as your Christmas gift? But don't go running to dealers just yet, the 946 will likely only arrive in late 2013. 




+ Piaggio