Who? Mango Bikes
What? Purveyors of quirky bikes should look out for Mango Bikes. The company allows you to customise your own bike with bright neon colours and different components before being put together for you and delivered to your door. There are of course pre-built models available too. Prices start from £269.
When? Available now
Where? Exclusively at www.mangobikes.co.uk
How? Visit website for more information
Who? Monica Vinader What? If there was ever design that was destined to be customised, it would be these stacking rings from Monica Vinader. The rings come in varying widths and you can choose to stack as many or as few as you want. And because the design is fully customisable, the price also varies. The “Siren” pictured here for example, costs £450 and is made up of four rings. When? Available now Where? Available online from Monica Vinader How? Buy now from Monica Vinader
Who? Jihyun David What? Jihyun David is a design studio based in Amsterdam and Turin by Jihyun Ryou and David Artuffo. Their project, “save food from the refrigerator”, explores alternatives to technology for food preservation. Through a small book, exhibitions and prototypes, they hope that these alternatives can be shared with the public, triggering a return to grass roots approach to food. When? On going Where? www.savefoodfromthefridge.com How? See website for more information
Who? Liberty What? With spring in the air, we’re feeling very green fingered. Inspired by the new growing season, we found this rustic parrot tulip bulb set. With seed and compost included, all you need to do is plant and add water. We can’t think of anything easier to bring some of that spring indoors. Priced at £15.95. When? Available now Where? Available online from Liberty How? Buy now from Liberty
Who? Gordon’s Gin What? Following the success of the Gordon’s Gin and Conran Design partnership, the drinksmiths are back with another collaboration – this time with Temperley of London. The new set of “Ten Green Bottles” features designs inspired by the fashion and jewellery of Alice Temperley. When? Available now Where? From all major retailers How? For more information on the designs, see www.gordons-gin.co.uk
Who? Marks & Spencer What? Sometimes all that’s between food at home and food in a restaurant is great plates. That’s why we love this spring meadow platter from Marks & Spencer. Don’t think the floral design makes a too-delicate-to-use plate, though, as this earthenware plate is dishwasher and microwave safe. Now, who’s cooking dinner? Priced at £15. When? Available now Where? Available online from Marks & Spencer How? Buy now from Marks & Spencer
If you’ve been following the Hannibal TV series then you’re probably familiar with Danish actor Mads Mikkelsen, who’s also gained global acclaim as a Bond villain. Well, Danish design company BoConcept has recently enlisted the actor’s help in promoting their home furnishing. Taking on a more humourous role, Mikkelsen plays himself while serrendipidously promoting BoConcept’s Danish design. And without giving away any spoilers, the ending is a little unexpected. BoConcept says: “Of course the cool and classy furniture of BoConcept plays a big part in The Call. However, the film is not an ad, but a thrilling drama showing two passionate actors doing what they do best. In beautiful settings,…
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