The Boathouse

 

First (dodgy phone) photo of my latest project. More soon.

Sasaworks

Very Good things, coupled with very good vibes, coming from sasaworks. This is the architecture and furniture equivalent of the slow food movement. Emotional understanding, respect for materials, education, and a super nice aesthetic to boot.

todosomething

Very interesting new piece from todosomething via Specific Merchandise. Just think that the balance of materials is very nicely judged, with the concrete being treated as the cushion, and also the flash of colour with the painted board ends.

Pylon Design Winner

I guess this is what happens when you have an MP, the Energy secretary, Chris Hunhe on the judging panel of what should be a creative competition. The winning design for the recent brief is just plain dull, and its certainly not going to look any better in twenty years time. I am not saying my initial sketch is better in any way, (i did not even enter), but I think the idea of creating a hybrid pylon is much more future thinking. The middle of the pylon is a wind turbine, feeding directly back into the thing it is supporting, the grid. In built up or conservation areas, just leave out the turbine.
At least there is one saving grace with this competition, there was no obligation to use or develop the winning design, and they are looking at others.

Edward Taylor

Edward Taylor's Helios light ... "a task lamp composed entirely of high strength magnets, totally customisable, capable of being assembled or dismantled with ease. Aluminum, Steel, Walnut, Rubber."