Friday, August 22, 2008

The Firenze Clock by Alessi


















The Firenze Clock by Alessi, a 1996 design by Achille Castiglioni, was inspired by classic Italian art and typography. The symmetry of this bold, clean structure is indicative of Florence's renowned style of harmonious proportion. The Firenze Clock will add sophistication to your wall while reliably telling you the time. This clock is made of a tough thermo plastic and is available in blue, dark blue, orange, or grey.

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Thursday, August 21, 2008

The Pisellino Cotton Swab Holder by Alessi



















The Pisellino Cotton Swab Holder by Alessi, designed by Giovannoni Stefano in 2005, is an adorable little accessory for the bathroom counter top. Lift the head of this whimsical cotton swab holder and the swabs pop out. This ceramic piece is not only functional, but a darling addition to your home decor. Available in Orange, Blue, or Green.
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Wednesday, August 20, 2008

The Alessi Tic Watch

















The Alessi Tic Watch is a bold accessory perfect for any wardrobe. This watch can be worn casually or as a decorative piece of jewelry great for special occasions. The minimalist design by Piero Lissoni evokes a sense of clean symmetry. The Tic Watch is adorned with stainless steel and leather, giving this classic instrument a new and modern feel.

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Tuesday, August 19, 2008

The Gianni Jar Medium, by Alessi

















The Gianni Jar Medium, by Alessi, a 1994 Mattia Di Rosa design, features an adorable little man as an air seal indicator. When the air-tight lid is closed, he holds on; when the lid is off, he does a handstand. This is a great container for dry-goods storage. The Gianni Jar comes in several colorful colors and makes a great gift. Available in yellow, light blue, pink (shown) or dark blue.

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Monday, August 18, 2008

The Michael Graves Small Tray Sugar and Cream Caddy by Alessi

















The Michael Graves Small Tray Sugar and Cream Caddy by Alessi, is an extremely functional modern household accessory. This small oval, sugar and cream caddy, is made out of 18/10 polished stainless steel. The classic simplicity of this design will look beautiful on your dining table.


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Friday, August 15, 2008

The Blow Up Table by Alessi


















The Blow Up Table by Alessi is a favorite in the new and exciting realm of contemporary design.  The clash between disorder and harmony gives this table its striking and subversive qualities.  Paired with the Blow Up Mirror, this set will add a daring splash of flare to your interior decor by revealing the richness of a bold, adventurous spirit.

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Thursday, August 14, 2008

Blow up Mirror by Alessi


















The Blow Up Mirror, by Alessi, is a refreshing and innovative take on the contemporary sentiment of clashing chaos with order.  By fusing two seemingly different forms into one unified creation, the Campana Brothers have designed a successful and tasteful art piece.  A classic round orb combined with pandemoniac straight lines gives this mirror its modern edge. The Blow Up Mirror is crafted out of 18/80 mirror-polished stainless steel units.  Each piece is hand-welded, making it a unique original.

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Wednesday, August 13, 2008

The Lily Bird Soy Sauce Container by Alessi


















The Alessi Lily Bird Soy Sauce Container, designed by Stefano Giovannoni, is a unique and enchanting piece, made from fine bone china.  This darling soy sauce container, part of the OrienTales collection, is inspired by 18th century ceramic trinkets.  Functionality combined with a gorgeous design, make this container truly one-of-a-kind.  The Lily Bird will add so much warmth and character to your kitchen decor, that you might feel compelled to keep it on your table as a permanent fixture.  

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Tuesday, August 12, 2008

Alessandro M. Corkscrew by Alessi


















The Alessandro M. Corkscrew, by Alessi, a 2006 Alessandro Mendini design, adds pizzaz and functionality to your bar tool collection. This whimsical corkscrew entertains like a true gentleman by delighting and charming your guests.  He makes a fun and inventive party favor great for any special occasion - opening a wine bottle with the Alessandro is almost as fun as drinking its contents. This corkscrew is made out of PA (plastic) and Chrome-plated zamak (zinc alloy).

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Wednesday, August 6, 2008

Alessi's Kettle with Bird Whistle


















The Kettle with Bird Whistle, by Alessi, a 1985 Michael Graves design, is a mix between post-modern stringency and zany pop culture.  Although this tea kettle is a defining icon of the 1980s, it continues to inspire and compliment modern design. The steel body of this functional art piece, features a baked-on coating of silicon resin, while the handle and whistle are made of polyamide. 8.5" x 9".