Lighting Design: Hand-Blown glass pendants by John Pomp Studios (01)

While doing blog research I found these beautiful hand-blown glass pendants from the company John Pomp Studios. Striking a balance between classic and modern, John Pomp Studios lighting collection offers one of a kind pieces meticulously crafted by hand. This is a repost of my blogpost of 17-01-2016. Be Inspired ...... 

John Pomp, founder of John Pomp Studios, began his journey to master-craftsman in his early life while watching his father work as a carpenter. Soon after, he was introduced to glassblowing through his mentor, sculptor and good friend whom he studied with for many years. From there on, he was determined to dedicate his life to his passion of mastering the art of glass making. After studying the ancient art of venetian glassblowing by maestros from Murano Italy, Pomp spent 10 years of his early career in NYC where he gained notoriety with his artfully crafted collections created primarily from glass.

John’s philosophy to create his collection essentially melds his eastern heritage with his western background. Using nature as his inspiration, John utilizes its intrinsic organic, “Wabi-Sabi” principles and fuses it with his contemporary style, forming a unique approach to this old-world art of glass making. John Pomp’s work exemplifies the purity of natural materials while embracing their inherent historical and elemental qualities – yielding a simple, organic modern aesthetic. John Pomp’s 20 years of undying passion and devotion to his craft is reflected in each piece of his collection which is meticulously crafted by hand in his multi-disciplinary studios in Philadelphia.

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Source: John Pomp Studios
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Design: Interesting furniture design from the company Dutchbone

While surfing on internet tonight I found some beautiful products from the company Dutchbone, like this Arabica coffee table, the Kraton side table from Indonesia and the Bond Pendant Lamp from wood veneer. 

Dutchbone is a dynamic label focused on development, import and wholesale of global inspired products. They love furniture and global inspired interiors. Products with a soul, a signature. Their collection is a precise blend of handcraft and industry. An affordable collection that is always in motion. Whether you live in a loft in New York, a houseboat in Amsterdam or somewhere in the country: they are sure they have something in store for you. I hope you're inspired!

Brown sidetable Arabica from Dutchbone.

Brown sidetable Arabica from Dutchbone.

Brown sidetable Arabica from Dutchbone.

Sidetable Kraton from Dutchbone.

Sidetable Kraton from Dutchbone.

Sidetable Kraton from Dutchbone.

Pendant Lamp Bond from Dutchbone.

Pendant Lamp Bond from Dutchbone, detail.

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Sources: Dutchbone and Bol.com

Bathroom Design: Gorgeous wooden Bathtubs

In love with these beautiful bathtubs. Combining German hand-crafting expertise and curved ship hull construction methods, this patterned wooden tub shoots both to satisfy the eye and to soothe any aching back. The company Alegna specializes in exotic woods like wenge and mahogany that show off grain patterns with stark contrasts or work for lightweight-requiring (e.g. nautical) applications. Aren't they beautiful? Be Inspired .......

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Sources: Alegna and Dornob

Furniture Design: Orange Commode "Losange" by Aymeric Lefort

While surfing on internet this afternoon I found this colorful orange commode "Losange" by French designer Aymeric Lefort (France 2004). Isn't it a beauty? Be Inspired ........

More about the designer, Aymeric Lefort

Lefort's decision to become a designer was inspired by the furniture of Jean Royère in his family home in France. After finishing his studies in cabinet making at the renowned Institute de St Luc in Tournai, where he specialized in design, he went on to complete his training in the workshops of cabinet makers, interior decorators and upholsterers in Brussels where he was motivated by his desire to learn new techniques in the decorative arts.

These apprenticeships gave him a thorough grounding and an enviable technical knowledge in the art of cabinetmaking. This, combined with his commitment to the highest levels of craftsmanship which Lefort brings to his contemporary designs, continues a long tradition of French cabinetry.

Each collection Lefort produces contains his cultural heritage reinterpreted for the modern form to create a minimal, yet often sensual design. Inspired by architecture and with the rigorous techniques of the cabinet maker, Leforts pieces are characterized by the subtle blending of their elements, the quality of the finish and the combinations of materials.

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Source: 1stdibs

FASHION: Handcrafted leather goods by AgnesKovacs

A few pieces caught my eye this week, like this beautiful handcrafted leather goods collection from AGNESKOVACS. The LIÉ collection is a multicultural journey from Europe to Asia, where the Scandinavian minimalism, the French elegance, the Italian premium leather and the Japanese precision meet in harmonious unity. LIÉ was created based on a design idea of the unification of opposing forces. It combines the contemporary elegance with fine details, exciting geometric lines and functional twists. Aren't they beautiful to see?

Sources: Design Milk and AGNESKOVACS

Photos by György Károlyi.