Wednesday, October 25, 2017

Maison Valentina’s Incredible New Designs

At the September Edition of Maison&Objet, Maison Valentina joined forces with their partner BRABBU in order to offer a sensorial and emotional experience of ‘the art of living’. 

Maison Valentina also showed top products and released some new ones.


Symphony Freestone Washbasin, Colosseum Floor Mirror & Eden Towel Rack

Maison&Objet is one of the biggest design festivals that serve as the barometer of interior style for the coming months in which is possible to see new products being launched, new collections and brands starting to position themselves in the world of design. (See the Visual Tour here)


The KOI Collection

The focus of Maison Valentina’s Maison&Objet show was the KOI Collection, in which they released other new products that complete this Japanese inspired collection.


Maison Valentina’s KOI Collection was inspired in the KOI carp, which is a recurring symbol of Japanese culture, highly appreciated by its decorative purposes, not only in water gardens but also in Irezumi practice or, most commonly, in tattoos.





The KOI scales that compose the panels of the washbasins shine and reflect – on its brass surface – the sun caught throughout the clear water. KOI and the Japanese word for love or affection are homophones, making the carp also a symbol of love and friend – ship.


At Maison&Objet, Maison Valentina also, released new side tables, mirrors, washbasins, tall storages and bathtubs.

SYMPHONY FREESTONE WASHBASIN
With a vision to understand the past and interpret it through cutting-edge technology and contemporary design, we have created this emotional freestand passionately inspired by music. Handcrafted with the finest materials, this breathtaking piece is of genuine style, ensuring mystery and elegance. The golden gives a luxury touch to every bathroom.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Carrara marble, gold plated brass.
DIMENSIONS
Diameter: 42 cm | 16,53″ 
Height: 87 cm | 34,25″




Colosseum Floor Mirror

Stiletto Bench, Crochet Washbasin & Galliano Wall Lamp


KOI WASHBASIN
Its natural colour mutations reveal their capacity to adapt, just like the KOI wash basin that you can use to create a better sense of space division in your ambiences. The KOI scales that compose the panels of the wash basin shine and reflect – on its brass surface – the sun caught throughout the clear water. KOI and the Japanese word for love or affection are homophones, making the carp also a symbol of love and friend – ship.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Base in aged brushed brass, basins in nero marquina marble.
DIMENSIONS
Width/Length: 195 cm | 76,77″ 
Depth: 60 cm | 23,62″ 
Height: 83 cm | 32,67″

KOI BATHTUB
Its natural colour mutations reveal their capacity to adapt, just like the KOI bathtub that you can use to create a better sense of space division in your ambiences. The KOI scales that compose the panels of the bathtub shine and reflect – on its brass surface – the sun caught throughout the clear water. KOI and the Japanese word for love or affection are homophones, making the carp also a symbol of love and friendship.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Base in aged brushed brass, bathtub in aged brushed iron.
DIMENSIONS
Width/Length: 180 cm | 70,86″
Depth: 75 cm | 29,53″
Height: 60 cm | 23,62″


MAISON VALENTINA is a new luxury bathroom brand that provides a collection capable of making your projects came true, with high-end solutions as bathtubs, washbasins and free standing washbasins, mirrors, lighting, case goods and other products made with the finest selection of materials as brass, marble, wood, glass, combined with rare handwork techniques and contemporary design.
Our main goal is to offer the same comfort and luxury that you are able feel in other division of the house, keeping at the same time the best exclusive design and bold pieces.
Get inspired with our luxury bathroom ideas for the modern home!


BRABBU is a design brand that reflects an intense way of living, bringing fierceness, strength and power into an urban lifestyle. With a diverse range of furniture, casegoods, upholstery, lighting and rugs, and through sensory design, we pass on a unique experience in every piece we design and produce. With BRABBU you will get more than a design piece: you will get a diversity of spaces filled with memories and unique sensations in perfect harmony with your spaces and your personality. That is why we are the first choice for the most remarkable high-end residential and hospitality projects around the world. BRABBU is present at the world’s most renowned design events with new versatile design products for eclectic environments that foresee the next trends.



All images courtesy of MAISON VALENTINA


Thursday, September 28, 2017

A Russian Apartment with Contemporary Touch

A Posh Creation by Ekaterina Lashmanova

Boca Do Lobo Design Inspiration Behind-the-Scenes


Posh, Sharp, Glamourous – this is how we could describe the stylish and fresh interior design creation by Ekaterina Lashmanova, a residential apartment for young family.

The refined work of Ekaterina Lashmanova, through an attentive dedication to details, reaches its apogee within this contemporary project, flowing into an inspiring bold apartment in the imposing city of Moscow, Russia.

Ekaterina had the free pass to open the doors of the place and spend some time bringing to life the most tasteful trends. She designed more than a house – she created an inspiring and iconic place to live in. From the high-ceiling to the details of the curtains, everything is custom made, conceived by artisans – a constant search of singularity and perfection.

Behind the inspiration of the talented Russian interior designer is a profound admiration for the Portuguese Design – and Boca do Lobo has a main role, leading as pioneer of a product design made to brake boundaries through the aesthetic and bring handcrafted artistic pieces into people’s day-to-day life.

Living Room

The living room shape has grand ceilings and large windows which the designers used to their advantage. The classical accents with fresh color palette are highlighted by the Wave center table due to its gold hammered finish and contemporary lines. Taking center stage, the creation by Boca do Lobo brings sophistication and an unexpected contemporary vibe to the room.

Blue hues and sensuous creams pair perfectly with the graphic flooring and the subtle gold accents in the lighting that extends throughout the apartment.




Wave Centre Table

True classics never fail to make an impression and this is certainly the case for the Wave Table from Boca do Lobo. Nowadays, the traditional coffee table is no longer the only way to decorate the living room; recently coffee tables are taking original shapes and designs that give the living room a whole unique look through unusual forms and new materials. Wave is an original and a stylish coffee table for a modern living room as it is also an unconventional center table for your sitting room. With great style and elegance it creates an exclusive ambiance to the modern interiors. Developed by a Portuguese jewelry artisan, this piece is made of hand hammered gold brass with a black mirror top.


Dining Room



Bedroom

The bedroom’s pale touches and rich nishes screams comfort and elegance to one of the most important rooms of the apartment. A glamorous bathroom portrays a funky style with its bold pink panels and the art nouveau gold mirror.

Black pronunciations like the big indoor frames gives a posh touch to keep the majestic apartment as modern as rich.


Bedroom Suit



Bathroom







Interview with Ekaterina Lashmanova

In the new project of Ekaterina Lashmanova we can see all current trends of interior design. The interiors of Ekaterina Lashmanova are thought through to the smallest details, whether they are door handles or sofa cushions. In all the rooms, from a large living room to a small dressing room, exist a special harmony: only the mood can change from room to room, but the overall atmosphere is always the same.

The new design of the designer - apartments for a young family - is made on the same principles. "Customers are different," says Ekaterina. - But the owner of this apartment is ideal! I remember how i come for meeting to discuss the future concept of the interior.

We were talking about design, about trends, and in one moment she asked me what I like. I opened my laptop and started showing my moodboards and what inspires me. "That's exactly what I want," immediately said the owner. - Let's do it! "If with the decorative design of the interior everything just turned out, then over the redevelopment had to break head.

"Being an architect by education, I pay a lot of attention to space planning. In an ill-conceived layout it's uncomfortable to live, and in this case the decor will not save it" - Ekaterina admits. - This apartment had its indisputable advantages: high ceilings and a large number of windows from floor to ceiling.

However, the apartment plan was a quarter of a circle. To create rooms of the right forms, they had to be levelled by walls, cabinets, radius cornices and curtains. "In addition to the living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two dressing rooms and a dining room, combined with a kitchen, the apartments were allocated a place for a small study.

"During the photo shooting of the interior, I went into this small room to rest, sat on the couch and suddenly felt for myself how comfortable it was," reminds the designer. - On the one hand, everything here is very chambery: a sofa, shelves and a coffee table.

But at the same time you are sitting opposite a huge window from floor to ceiling on the tenth floor, and you have a beautiful view of Moscow. An indescribable feeling of relaxation. As in most projects of Ekaterina Lashmanova, many objects and all carpentry work in this interior are made to order in private workshops.

"We have our own high-class cabinetmakers and textile specialists, with whom we have been cooperating for many years and whose quality of work we trust very much " says Ekaterina. But most of the furniture and lights came here from the US and Portugal.

"I'm impressed by the Portuguese designers," Ekaterina admits. - Everything they do is very fashionable and relevant. What this interior needs! "

BOCA DO LOBO furniture is an exclusive emotional experience, a sense of belonging and a state of mind. We strive to encourage sensational experiences by creating beautiful pieces which are passionately inspired and handcrafted in Portugal by a staff that loves what they do; experiences which pass on the feeling of exclusivity. BOCA DO LOBO's designers possess an undeniable talent for composing pieces which stir emotion in their admirers. BOCA DO LOBO's artisan’s wisdom, accumulated from years of experience, is instilled with love and dedication in the art that they perform. No detail or element is overlooked as we offer the best at the frontier between design and art. Each piece will bring you on a journey to sources of pleasure you may have forgotten, and take you to places you have never been before; a journey to BOCA DO LOBO world – a world of emotions.

BOCA DO LOBO

All images courtesy of BOCA DO LOBO

Friday, September 8, 2017

Introducing Ojai: A New Tableware Story

Enliven your kitchen and table features with Ojai - an irresistible celebration of earthy colors and organic patterns



Davis & Waddell Ojai Collection

Each season, Davis & Waddell designers and product developers create a fresh collection inspired by global trends. Ojai gives you access to these fashion forward looks - like enamelled wood and etching - at accessible price points. Use Davis & Waddell's Ojai serving platters, textiles, bottles, bowls and servers to bring vibrance and warmth to this season's spread.


Davis & Waddell Ojai Collection

Serving up the latest and greatest kitchenware for more than 20 years, Davis & Waddell has established itself as one of Australia’s leading brands.

Davis & Waddell Ojai Apron w/ Tassles

Davis & Waddell Ojai Mango Wood/Enamel Serving Bowl - 3 Asst Colors

Davis & Waddell Ojai Mango Wood/Enamel Serving Bowl

Davis & Waddell Ojai Mango Wood/Enamel Serving Bowl

Davis & Waddell Ojai Kitchen Accessories Set/3 - includes tea towel, oven glove and pot mitt

Davis & Waddell Ojai Mango Wood/Enamel Serving Bowl - D34.5x8cm

Davis & Waddell Mango Wood/Enamel Salad Server Set/2 - 30x7x1.5cm

Davis & Waddell Ojai Mango Wood/Enamel Salad Server Set/2 - 30x7x1.5cm

Davis & Waddell Ojai Mango Wood Etched Serving Tray - D37.5x2.5cm

Davis & Waddell Water Bottle - 2 Asst. Colors - 750mlb

Davis & Waddell Ojai Bamboo Spreader Set/4 - grey, pink, terraa, teal colours - 17x2cm

Davis & Waddell Ojai Bamboo Dip Spoon Set/4

Davis & Waddell Ojai Bamboo Cheese Knife Set/4


Davis & Waddell Ojai 3 piece Serving Set on Tray w/Leather Handles

Davis & Waddell Ojai Paddle w/Wooden Knife - 2 Asst. Colors, pink and terra

Davis & Waddell Ojai Paddle w/Wooden Knife, teal and green designs available

Davis & Waddell 2pce Serving Set 2/Wooden Paddle - green and teal bowls


All images courtesy of Davis & Waddell - www.davisandwaddell.com.au