Scholten & Baijings

I read about Scholten & Baijings, a design duo from Amsterdam in the November UK Elle Decoration. Carole Baijings and Stefan Scholten make up this fabulous partnership and are well known for their vibrantly coloured furniture, textiles and home accessories. I absolutely love their bold, bright merino wool cushions and throws. What I wouldn't give to have one of these throws draped over my bed! Their work is light, fun and very appealing and I love the fact that they cherish tradition and craftmanship. You can see more of their designs on their website or read more about the couple at Sight Unseen.

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Flux: the ultimate foldable chair

I came across another fantastic design this week, this time a modern, foldable chair. Taking it's cue from origami, the Flux Chair goes from a flat piece of polypropylene to an assembled chair in less than 10 seconds. It's ideal for homes with space limitations and can hold up to 160kg. Flux comes in eight fun colours with the option of a cushion and is weather proof too. Sounds perfect! You can read more about Douwe Jacobs and Tom Schouten, the designers who came up with this clever idea here.

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Plantable: nature meets urban life

I've just discovered this incredible table created by London-based JAILmake studio. What a clever way to incorporate nature into our urban world. Each leg becomes a trellis where one can grow whichever plant catches your fancy, imagine climbing sweet peas or baby tomatoes. The design is completed with a handmade English Oak top. Such a great idea, don't you agree?

 

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