From a reimagined Woodbender chair design and a collaboration between Sealand and Shelflife to the Lindt Home of Chocolate in Switzerland, these are the VISI team’s top picks of the week.
1. Woodbender’s Henley Chair Reimagined
South African bentwood furniture brand Woodbender has reinvented its 2019 Henley Chair design, with a new bottom brace. The solid ash timber chair features a padded, upholstered seat and is available in a range of trendy colours.
Images courtesy of woodbender.co.za
2. Sealand x Shelflife Collaboration
Local sustainable brand Sealand has collaborated with sneaker and streetwear store Shelflife on a new capsule collection of functional and sustainable accessories, including a utility vest, a grab bag, pocket combos, woollen beanies and a cotton long-sleeve tee. The utility vest and grab bag each feature interchangeable pockets and badges.
Images courtesy of Sealand
3. Lindt Home Of Chocolate
Renowned global chocolate brand Lindt has opened a new Home of Chocolate in Kilchberg, near Zurich. The building, designed by Swiss architects Christ & Gantenbein houses the world’s tallest freestanding chocolate fountain and individually designed exhibition rooms aimed to heighten visitors’ senses. Planned and designed by ATELIER BRÜCKNER, the Chocolate Tour takes guests on an interactive tour describing the intricacies of this delectable treat.
Images courtesy of ATELIER BRÜCKNER / Michael Reiner
4. Mesh Online Shop
Mesh is a new local online store that aims to celebrate designers and makers and showcase a variety of carefully curated homeware, art and interior products.
Artwork by Klomp Ceramics
Side table by Mesh
Ceramic vases by Vorster & Braye
Images courtesy of meshliving.com
5. Opulent: Oudh of Africa Collection
Award-winning interior stylist Mali Langa of TASK Interior Styling has launched a brand new sensory homeware collection entitled Opulent: Oudh of Africa, referencing one of the most exclusive and desirable global fragrance ingredients. The products are all designed, made and packaged locally. “We are offering luxurious products that not only delight the senses but are practical in a time where washing your hands and keeping a hygienic environment is essential,” says Mali.
Images courtesy of taskinteriorstyling.com
