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Time Machines: Daniel Weil and the Art of Design
Who? London Design Museum What? London Design Museum’s latest exhibition looks at the designs of architect and product designer Daniel Weil. The exhibition examines the thought processes behind many of his works, with designs spanning some thirty years. On display will be some of his earliest work, such as 1981’s influential Bag Radio, as well as commissions for Swatch, United Airlines, Krug, Mothercare and the Pet Shop Boys. When? Now until 31st August 2014 Where? Shad Thames, London SE1 2YD How? For more information, see designmuseum.org
Walnut is the new wood for Finlay & Co sunglasses
Who? Finlay & Co What? Purveyors of handmade wooden sunglasses Finlay & Co are adding to their collection of shades with a new wood – walnut. The warm walnut wood will be fashioned into Finlay & Co’s classic styles, Ledbury and Bosworth. The designs are also available in zebrano, rosewood and ebony. Finlay & Co sunglasses start from £105. When? Available now Where? Available online at www.finlayandco.com How? Visit website for more information
Mobiado – a marble mobile phone
Who? Mobiado What? Canadian mobile phone company Mobiado, creators of the first phone to use meteorite, has recently released the Grand Touch Executive. This is the first mobile phone to be created from a stone hybrid material with solid wood options also available. The Grand Touch Executive is available in 5 styles: Burl, Cocobolo, Ebony, Granite, and Marble and features 50 carats of sapphire crystal. When? Available now. Where? From various distributors around the world How? The list of distributors is available to view at www.mobiado.com/distributors.html
Refurbished The Georgian now open
Who? Harrods What? The historic restaurant at Harrods, The Georgian, has recently reopened following a refurbishment, completed in collaboration with bespoke interior designer Christopher Guy Harrison. The designer produced over 500 items for the refurbishment, which takes its inspiration from the 1920s and 30s. To coincide with the reopening, The Georgian has also revamped its Afternoon Tea menu, including a classic Champagne Afternoon Tea featuring Harrods Rosé Champagne. When? Open now Where? 87–135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London, SW1X 7XL How? For more information, see www.harrods.com
Critter, a moveable kitchen
Who? Elia Mangia What? Elia Mangia is an Italian designer who specialises in furniture design. His project, “Critter” (produced by Skitsch), is a free standing kitchen created from solid ash wood and stainless steel, with a stove, worktop and even a sink. It’s designed to be easily assembled and disassembled with only eight screws holding the structure together. When? Available now Where? Available through eliamangia.com How? See website for more information
Design pick: Karolin Schnoor fable red tree accent plate from Royal Doulton
What? Karolin Schnoor fable red tree accent plate. Priced at £6. Where? Available online from Royal Doulton
