Il Treno by Tjep : Dutch design studio Tjep will launch this cosy ash or oak wood and steel table for two. Reminiscent of the old steamtrain carriages of the Orient Express, the table suspended from the roof is “all about intimacy and romanticism”.|
Faro mini fireplace by Rui Pereira and Ryosuke Fukusada : The Faro can be used indoors or outdoors and was designed to incorporate the tradition of a fire into the modern home. It is produced in Italy, Portugal and Japan using different techniques and materials, such as red clay and hammered copper and aluminium|
Faro mini fireplace by Rui Pereira and Ryosuke Fukusada|
Booken bookshelf by Raw Edges for LEMA : This refreshing take on a traditional bookshelf forms part of Italian brand LEMA’s Atmospheres range, which will be debuting at the Milan Furniture Fair. The design explores how a book can transform its purpose with the spines now serving as a table.|
Booken bookshelf by Raw Edges for LEMA|
Mafalda chair by Patricia Urquiola for Moroso : Spanish design powerhouse Patricia Urquiola once again joined forces with Moroso for this stylish collection of beech-framed armchairs with deeply curved backs moulded from recycled polyester, and seats upholstered in rigid felt.|
Rough and Smooth collection by Tom Dixon : British designer Tom Dixon’s much anticipated latest collection, which forms part of the MOST exhibition in Milan, includes Gem, a group of angular lights, tables and mirrors inspired by gemstones and sand-cast from nickel-plated aluminium.|
Rough and Smooth collection by Tom Dixon|
Mercuric marble tables by Zaha Hadid for Citco : London architect Zaha Hadid continues her collaboration with Italian marble company Citco, launching Mercuric, a limited-edition of marble tables. The three sculptural designs are described as an “elevation of the material through an object”.|
Sesamo bathroom accessories range by Arkimera for Antonio Lupi Design : This innovative and fully customisable collection gives new meaning to the concept of bathroom accessories and storage. The design is described as “minimalism reaching its maximum” with the various accessories disappearing when not in use.|
Sesamo bathroom accessories range by Arkimera for Antonio Lupi Design|
WORDS Claire Jowell and Johan van Zyl
Design pilgrims from all corners of the globe are flocking to the world’s most prestigious design fair in Milan, from 9 to 14 April 2013, where veteran and novice creative wizards will show off their latest creations. We showcase eight of 2013’s hottest debutantes.
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