"ballpoint stool"

philippemalouin: who would've imagined that one day it'd be possible to create art whilst gliding on a flat surface? surely, the answer is in the ballpoint stool. this chair tracks users movements by distributing ink as a pen would, whilst supporting human weight. the ink is revealed throughout the four cylindrical crystallized legs and exposes the tracking, writing, and drawings as a user glides in different directions. this trendy conversation starter is seemingly willing to give jackson pollock a run for his money.

clic furnitur3.

SIMPLE SOPHISTICATION: at the tokyo design fair, alexander pelikan showed his products for clic furniture. the chairs, done in bamboo, could be constructed in less then half a minute. pelikan addressed his interest in producing a similar product, however, instead of all wood, the arms would be in glass. fortunately, his promise has been delivered. the concept is simple, 'clic' the wood into the milled out material and relax. very easy, peddle pushing, and sustainable. pelikan's furniture is available at the strijp-x store.

r33bok.

8O's CALLING: reebok, a brand that conquered 80's footwear is rejuvenating its image. the 09' lineup of highly polished, sleek high tops will surely give competing companies a run for their money and hipsters something to drool over. moreover, for $90 no one's pocket is busted. very late last year the company created its first-ever pop-up shop in a 3000-square-foot art gallery. reebok had done this to commemorate 20 years of the "pump", and the neon infested interior (as shown) recalls stylish eighties in ny and vintage sneakers. now in the new year, reebok plans on releasing its new line in early february. keep an eye out.

raf simons.

HIS/HERS II: greetings earthlings! in every sense raf simons is a creative talent. first inspired by peddle pushing designers martin margiela and gaultier while still in school, the belgian has become a godfather to youth culture. it makes sense then his ss09 catwalk collection consisted of the 'astronaut boot'; a silver metallic high-top secured by velcro and lace. a stylish zip pocket hides goodies on the heel, while a leather cream interior morphs a classic sneaker into a raf simons delicacy. see you on the moon. 

giv3nchy boot.

HIS/HERS: givenchy flat boots! to me, the boot addresses riccardo tisci's conceptual leanings toward gothic touches. as the chief designer, he has pushed the french fashion house into a captivating dark space-age minimalism. tisci is very well the imaginative revitalization givenchy needs; as per the case with this black lace boot, intricately patterned to form floral motifs. the low wedge heel and open toe provide a perfect hint at warmer seasons ahead of us. 

prim3win3 bar.

hello friends, sorry for the delay in updates. with the holidays brought a vacation. so, new content was withheld a bit. we're right back on track with the new year! be sure to check routinely for your fix. 

STOCKHOLM SYNDROME: situated in the heart of ostermalmstorg square, sweden, primewine bar is an up and coming importer for wine around the world. the architects at sandellsandberg have given the bar an inviting and warm atmosphere in hopes of dragging people from the busy 24-7 metropolis outside its doors. this has been achieved using 120 brass plates that cover the walls and entire interior/exterior ceiling. the plates have a relief which create a large grapevine but also function as the buildings ventilation. inside the brass are dim bulbs that reflect off the glass and illuminate a high gloss racing green epoxy floor, and white marble tabletops. the subtle light provides a perfect sophistication for wine tasting and evidently has become a phenomenon amongst pundits and commoners. the wine cup chandelier is also brilliant.