Sensually sculptural and instantly recognisable, these Tom Dixon designs reimagine the ways in which lighting can work to elevate an interior space.

1. MELT STAND CHANDELIER

The Melt range is a collaboration between Tom Dixon and the Swedish design collective, Front. The lamps’ appearance is reminiscent of molten glass or the interior of a glacier, and the design was born out of the quest to create an organic, naturalistic lighting object. The ultraluxe Melt Stand Chandelier is one of the latest additions to this gorgeous range; pendants, table, floor and surface lights are also available.

2. OPAL ARC

Working with its German engineering partners, the brand designed a sculptural overreach lamp. Featuring an ethereal orb that hovers at the end of a long metal “wand”, the lamp is supported by a satisfyingly chunky metal base. The designers removed the commonly used dangling light bulb and replaced it with the latest Tom Dixon LED disc, making the Opal Arc an extremely powerful illuminating device.

3. CUT

Futuristic and faceted, the Cut lights feature a mirror finish when off, then transform into translucent kaleidoscopic gems as soon as they are switched on. Eye-catching reflections repeat within the diamond-cut interior. Produced in both chrome and smoke finishes, and a variety of sizes and fixture types, these are some of the latest adventures in the brand’s ongoing fascination with reflections and transparency.

4. SPRING

This series of three pendant lamps is made up of pliant stainless-steel “ribbons” in white or brass finishes, woven around a custom-made, dimmable Tom Dixon LED disc. The semi-transparent shape can be adjusted to form a variety of silhouettes, from a flat arrangement reminiscent of a spirograph drawing, to a flying-saucer configuration.

Find the Tom Dixon range at Casarredo and Créma.

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Joburg-based importer of contemporary international furniture, Casarredo, has added a variety of designer additions to its extensive collection, including a wide range of curved glass pieces from luxury brand FIAM Italia. Here are a few of our favourites.

1. Caadre by Philippe Starck

This freestanding mirror in 6 mm-thick curved glass is available in three versions: neutral, engraved or titanium. You can also choose between a bronze frame or metal-stained grey option.

2. Hype by Studio Klaas

Available as either a fixed or extendable table with a metal base and Lava Grey finish. The black-lacquered table top is available with either 12 mm- or 15 mm-high-temperature melted glass.

3. Phantom Mirror by Helidon Xhixha, Dante O. Benini & Luca Gonzo

Available in oval and rectangular sizes, this irregular mirror has a silver frame made from high-temperature fused glass. Rectangular versions come with detachable feet for a freestanding alternative.

4. Rialto Night

This 8 mm-thick curved glass side table comes with a glass shelf or an internal wooden drawer. Finish options include tobacco Oak, Elm or a white lacquer.

5. Scribe by Daniel Libeskind

This sleek desk is composed of a 12 mm-thick curved glass base and top with transparent and silver backed sections.

6. Sigmy by Aquili – Alberg

Available in Black95, Opaline white or glass, these curved glass coffee tables will work in contemporary bedroom, office or living spaces.

To see more designs, visit casarredo.co.za.

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Reflections Copenhagen, a Danish collection of crystal pieces and decorative mirrors, is now available in South Africa, exclusive to Casarredo.

Reflections Copenhagen is a range of delicate pieces, including crystal bowls, vases and striking mirrors, designed by Danish duo Hugau/Larsson – jewellery designer Julie Hugau and interior designer Andrea Larsson. They are inspired by art and graphics, specifically the graphic expression of the Art Deco movement. Every piece is made by hand; irregularities add to the hand-crafted character and delicate beauty of the pieces.

Madison bowl, R14 200.

Casarredo, known for importing top international luxury brands, is the sole stockist in South Africa of the Reflections Copenhagen range.

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If purple is a little on the wild side – thanks, Pantone! – sage green offers an understated colour trend alternative. Here are 12 options in shades of sage for you to choose from.

1. Ambit Pendant R7 300, Muuto at Créma Design

2. Stig Tea Towel R165, Skinny laMinx

3. Shell Dining Chair R 2 499, @home

4. Sillon Club XL Chair R76 500, Kettal at Casarredo

5. Nara Cereal Bowl R45, Weylandts

6. Gem Candle Holder R199, Present Time at Superbalist

7. Dreamweaver Bowl R599, Knus

8. Single Hippo Plate R299, Knus

9. Smeg Electric Citrus Press R1 999, Yuppiechef

10. Large Sushi Plate R270, Le Creuset

11. Risoli Fry Pan R1 399, @home

12. Question Mark Table Lamp Green R1 795, Weylandts

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Colourful chairs are a thing and this selection of 10 bright and beautiful options is bound to liven up your living spaces.

1. Visu Chair R7 895, Crema Design

2. Sylvester Dining Chair in Yellow R899, @home

3. Oslo Chair R7 250, Skinny laMinx

4. Intrigo Armchair R4 232, Spazio

5. Sim-Ply Dining Chair R4 349, Haldane Martin

6. Globus Chair R3 930, Crema Design

7. Lisbon Chair in Coral R1 400, MRP Home

8. Snow Chair Jr R1 028, Spazio

9. Herman Miller Keyn Chair R6 411, All Office

10. Italia-T Chair R7 000, Casarredo

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From a striking athlete installation to celebrate the Olympic Games and Bentley and Pantone’s colour collaboration to a trendy swing chair and sophisticated Tom Dixon stationery, these are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 143.

1. JR’s Inside Out Project

“The pure scale and planning of this incredible installation by artist JR just takes my breath away,” says Features Editor Tracy Greenwood. “What a brilliant way to celebrate the start of the Rio 2016 Olympics.”

Image credit: boredpanda.com

2. Ross Symons in London

South African origami artist Ross Symons (who we featured here) travelled to London – and using 1 000 of his hand-folded creations – helped to promote a Raisin.com campaign to encourage people to start saving their hard-earned cash. “Clever!” says Online Editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Video credit: Raisin.com on YouTube

3. Bentley and Pantone Continental GTs

“I love a good collaboration and these Bentleys in 2016’s Pantone Colours of the Year are just exquisite,” says Editor-in-Chief Sumien Brink. “I’ll have one of each!”

Image credit: designboom.com

4. Casarredo Swing Chair

“This Swing Chair from Casarredo would fit perfectly with my decor scheme,” says Managing Editor Lise Avis. “The perfect reading spot.”

Image credit: casarredo.co.za

5. Tom Dixon Stationery

“These minimalist stationery sets by Tom Dixon bring sleek and sophisticated design into the office space,” says Content Producer Michaela Stehr.

Image credit: tomdixon.net

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French lighting manufacturer Dix Heures has released an innovative new lighting range entitled Iris, designed by Fabrice Berrux, and available exclusively in South Africa through Casarredo.

Lamps within the range are available in a variety of sizes and are not restricted to floor lamps. Wall lamps, vertical pendants and horizontal pendants also form part of the collection.

The body of each light is constructed from white polyester ribbon with high power LED lighting.

The idea behind the design was to mirror the human eye.

For more information, visit casarredo.com.

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Since opening his first boutique in Saint-Tropez back in 1972, Italian fashion designer Roberto Cavalli’s namesake brand grew into a fashion empire well-known for its exotic printed dresses, sand-blasted jeans and perfumes.

In 2012, he launched Roberto Cavalli Home. At the time of the launch, the designer wrote on his blog that had he not gone into fashion, his desire would have been to go into architecture or interior design.

Unique furniture pieces inspired by his personal style have always formed part of his homes, yachts, boutiques and clubs. Now, his latest home range for 2016, which takes inspiration from his current catwalk collection, is available from Casarredo, South Africa’s largest Italian design and decor showroom based in Kramerville, Johannesburg. Like his collection, animal prints are a key feature, but are offset against neutral colours to create bold interiors, without making them too loud.

For more information, visit casarredo.co.za.

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From 3D wallpaper and a gigantic maze made of cake to a transparent tent and a cleverly designed pen, these are the top VISI picks of the week series – week 120.

1. Front Design Wallpaper

“I can’t stop staring at these optical illusion wallpapers,” says content producer Michaela Stehr. “Each design was hand-drawn to create a 3D effect.”

Image credit: design-milk.com

2. Bubble Tent

“Even though it’s not exactly private, I’d definitely pick this cool bubble over being squashed in a tiny tent on my next camping adventure,” says online editor Lindi Brownell Meiring.

Image credit: Amazon.com

3. Break Bread Cake Maze

“This is just so ridiculous, I can’t help but love it,” says special projects manager Cecilia du Plessis about the 7 500 square foot cake maze by Scott Hove and Baker’s Son.

Image credit: breakbreadla.com

4. Casarredo Ella Chair

Features editor Tracy Greenwood loves how these Casarredo Ella chairs, designed by Jacopo Foggini, are all individual works of art.

Image credit: casarredo.co.za

5. Shigeru Ban’s Retractable Pen

“I love smart design,” says editor-in-chief Sumien Brink. “This pen, which doubles up as an architect’s scale, is a perfect example of a clever invention.”

Image credit: designboom.com

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From wire sculptures and shadow illusions to puzzle furniture and crotchet-covered earthenware animals… not to mention a devilishly designed Aston Martin and some quirky lighting solutions. Feast your eyes on the top VISI picks of the week series – week 60.

1. gavinworth.com
2. kumiyamashita.com
3. astonmartin.com, gran-turismo.com
4. casarredo.co.za
5. designboom.com
6. joanavasconcelos.com
7. studioswine.com
8. constanceguisset.com

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