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Issue 62 - Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62

Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62 is the first issue of the year and always a great time to put our best foot forward. With Adam Goodrum, the loveliest man in design, as Guest Editor, we draw on his insights as a furniture designer, artist and educator to look at the makers shaping our design world. Sustainability has never been more important, and increasingly this is a consideration from the start with projects designed to address their immediate environment as well as the longevity of the planet. From the coldest winters to the most tropical of summers, addressing how we live in the environment is crucial to creating the perfect home.

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Habitus Loves… Comebacks
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Habitus Loves… Comebacks

There are some designs that were just too good to let go. That’s why we’ve compiled 8 of our favourite design comebacks. 


 

Florence Broadhurst Rugs

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Designed by: Florence Broadhurst, Signature Printsand CadrysWhy we love it: Florence
Broadhurst prints have had a revival thanks to Signature Prints in
fabric and wallpapers, but this collaboration with Cadrys represents a
new and exciting adaptation.Where you can get it:Cadrys

The Fiat 500

titleDesigned by: FiatWhy we love it:An iconic design that deserved a modern interpretation, the Fiat Nuova 500 (brought back in 2007) is as much a cult item as the original.Where you can get it:Fiat

Navy 111 Chair

titleDesigned by:EmecoWhy we love it:The Navy chair had its greatest comeback when it fell from favour with the US Navy. Emeco decided to take the iconic design to the consumer. Now, this new collaboration with Coca Cola sees the classic shape re-imagined with recycled Coke bottles (at least 111 in each).Where you can get it:Corporate Culture

Marimekko for Converse

Designed by: Marimekko and ConverseWhy we love it: Although the classic converse shoe has never really gone out of style, Marimekko has brought back some of their classic prints for this collaboration.Where you can get it:Converse

Penguin Classics

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Designed by:
PenguinWhy we love it: Penguin released their range of classic titles a little while ago, but it has since spawned a range of products featuring the covers of their most famous titles. They’ve got everything from mugs to deck chairs and most recently, luggage tags.Where you can get it:Art Meets Matter

Smeg Retro Fridge

Designed by:SmegWhy we love it: We couldn’t talk about comebacks without mentioning Smeg’s retro fridges. We love the colours, we love the shape. It makes us feel cool.Where you can get it:Smeg

Moustaches

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Designed by:The men of this world (mug from Third Drawer Down)Why we love it:For some, the moustache was put away very reluctantly, but thanks to the Movember movement, there’s been a revival. If you’re still a little bit shy, why not get one of these mugs from Third Drawer Down.Where you can get them:Third Drawer Down

Arcade games

titleDesigned by: Various clever App developersWhy we love it: The Apple iPad has spawned a huge resurgence in classic arcade games. Our favourites include PAC-MAN, Tetris and Space Invaders.Where you can get them:The iTunes App store


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Issue 62 - Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62

Living in the Environment Issue

Issue 62 is the first issue of the year and always a great time to put our best foot forward. With Adam Goodrum, the loveliest man in design, as Guest Editor, we draw on his insights as a furniture designer, artist and educator to look at the makers shaping our design world. Sustainability has never been more important, and increasingly this is a consideration from the start with projects designed to address their immediate environment as well as the longevity of the planet. From the coldest winters to the most tropical of summers, addressing how we live in the environment is crucial to creating the perfect home.

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