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Tuesday 31 May 2011

De La Espada Orson Desk

Fancy a new writing desk? For use with a computer or laptop or purely for some good old fashioned letter writing the Orson Desk, designed by Matthew Hilton for De La Espada, gives a classic design a fresh new image. With dovetail jointed drawers and full cable management system Orson has cast iron legs and is available in black american walnut or oak with a danish oiled finish.

De La Espada McQueen Chests

Two beautifully crafted chests of drawers by Matthew Hilton for De La Espada are now available to order. The larger one (Large McQueen Chest) contains twelve drawers whilst the tall version (Tall MQueen Chest) has six drawers. They're made from American Black Walnut or American Oak - both of which are treated with danish oil - and are characterised by cast iron drawer handle and leg details. All drawers have beautifully dovetailed joints and soft closing pistons. For a sound investment and an heirloom of the future this is craftsmanship at its finest.

Wednesday 25 May 2011

B&B Italia Husk Chair

It's fantastic to see premium of all Italian furniture manufacturers B&B Italia has embraced ecological design with the new Husk Chair, designed by Patricia Urquiola. Launched in Milan this year it's now online. Prices are yet to be confirmed but this is a refreshingly original design which is green without looking like it!

Friday 20 May 2011

Gift Retailer of the Year

Last night was a huge success for team Utility. At the Gift Association Industry Awards we won 'Best Multiple Gift Retailer of the Year' and 'Best of the Best' - that's the best overall winner of all the winners in each of the 10 categories!

Thursday 19 May 2011

Vitra Limited Edition Panton Chair - Dark Lime

The Vitra Panton Chair has just been released in LIMITED EDITION dark lime. Available only during 2011 this will only be on sale whilst stocks last. See : Limited Edition Panton Chair

Tuesday 17 May 2011

Kartell Sundial Bookcase

Kartell's new Sundial Bookcase, launched in Milan, is now available. With a black or white frame it has four shelves which each have opaline dividers (available in clear, smoke or satin transparent). These are each set at angles like the shadows of a Sundial. A versatile bookcase which can be set against a wall or used as a feature wall divider the details in the separators gives originality to the Sundial design which never ceases to arouse curiosity.

Kartell Elliptical Bloom Light

For a spectacular floral light display see the new Kartell Bloom Light. Developed from the original Bloom Light (launched in 2010) by Ferruccio Laviani (master of the iconic Bourgie Lamp) this new elliptical version gives the same spectacular light display in fresh new colourways. In two pendant sizes and two ceiling/surface mounted sizes it's available in crystal clear, fresh mint, summery lavender or a matt white. Starting at just £159.00 it's an ideal light for a hallway, over a dining table, living room feature pendant or bedroom - it doesn't get much more versatile than that!

Vitra Jill Chair

The Jill Chair - now online - has been designed by Alfredo Haberli for Vitra. Clearly influenced by the bent plywood designs of Charles & Ray Eames each shell is available in black beech, natural oak or walnut. These are complemented with different leg designs - tube (a standard 4 leg) or wire - the same design used on Charles & Ray Eames DSR or 'Eiffel' chair. These both comes in various colours to complement the shell finishes. Cushion options also give an additional option for extra comfort. A fresh design with a retro twist we think it's a winner.

Monday 16 May 2011

Kartell Magic Hole Chair and Sofa

Give your outdoor room a new look this year with the Magic Hole Chair and Sofa from Kartell. Designed by Philippe Starck and Eugene Quitllet the Magic Hole range comes in a three base colours (white, black or grey) with a contrasting or self coloured 'pocket' - the hole which gives the range its name. Far more demure and space saving than the Bubble Club range (Starck's previous outdoor sofa range), this is one outdoor furniture set you won't feel guilty about leaving out...remember that teak trend?

Thursday 12 May 2011

Magis Proust Chair

The Magis Proust Chair is now ready to order for delivery in June. Manufactured on a commercial scale the design is based on the "Poltrona di Proust", designed by Alessandro Mendini in 1978. Made from rotational moulded polyethylene this new version of the Proust Chair is suitable for outdoor use and comes in various colours to complement your garden. Sure to be a big hit this summer we love it!

Thursday 5 May 2011

Vitra Tip Ton Chair


Details of this revolutionary new chair, designed by Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby for Vitra, have been released and it's now available to order online for delivery in October. See : Vitra Tip Ton Chair