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Home pick: London Calling plates from Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton
Who? Royal Doulton What? There’s something lovely about the fact that our spiritual home, London, is also the theme of this set of plates. Designed by Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton, they capture many of the city’s best features like the London eye or the Gherkin. But, while they’re mostly in black and white, you might be surprised to find splashes of colour here and there. Priced at £35 for a set of four. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Royal Doulton How? Buy now from Royal Doulton
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
London Design Festival is back
Who? London Design Festival What? The London Design Festival is returning to the capital this September with over 300 separate events, true to its theme of “Design is Everywhere”. This year’s landmark project is the Endless Stair, which will be exhibiting outside of the Tate Modern. There are also smaller partner projects showcasing a mix of product and conceptual designs. When? 14-22nd September Where? Various venues around London How? Visit www.londondesignfestival.com for more information
Design pick: Vincent Van Gogh Professional 3DC from Mobiado
Who? Mobiado What? Mobiado has recently released the latest addition to their Professional 3DC series – the Vincent Van Gogh edition. Inspired by the works of the great artist, the new design takes colours and themes from Van Gogh’s The Starry Night. The designs are hand painted on to the high end mobile devices, giving it an ultra luxurious finish. When? Available now Where? International stockist list on website How? For more information, see www.mobiado.com
Design pick: tour storage boxes from Made.com
Who? Made.com What? Need something retro to keep your stuff? This set of three “tour storage boxes” says throwback in just the right amount – a vintage idea with a modern twist. Handcrafted from steel, these boxes are made to last. Plus, they’re practical and space saving too – the smaller cases will fit into the larger ones. Priced at £109 for the set of three. When? Available now Where? Available online from Made.com How? Buy now from Made.com
Accessories pick: USB cufflinks from RT by Tateossian
Who? RT by Tateossian What? It’s always the way that when you’re looking for an USB stick, you can never find one. But help is at hand, or rather on the sleeve. These USB cufflinks are the perfect inconspicuous way to carry around your data. Each side gives you 2GB of data, adding up to a total of 4GB. Now that’s practical and functional. When? Available now Where? Available online from Tateossian How? Buy now from Tateossian
