Touring the International Contemporary Furniture Fair: Sculptural Seating, Abstract Wallpaper, and More Unbelievable Finds


Updated 05/22/12 4:14 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

International Contemporary Furniture Fair Pictures

This year, we're back at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York to scout out the best new products for our readers. We've found some amazing new finds from old favorites (think Jonathan Adler and Blu Dot) as well as some incredible new companies you might have never heard of before. Keep clicking to see our candid snaps of some of our favorite pieces, and be sure to let us know Read more

10 Instant Favorites From ICFF


Updated 05/16/11 12:27 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

10 Instant Favorites From ICFF

This weekend, I oohed and ahhed my way down aisle after aisle at gorgeous contemporary designs featured at ICFF, the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, which showcases over 500 exhibitors from over 30 countries. From gorgeous pendants from established designers such as Tom Dixon to up and coming designers who have just arrived on the scene, this fair offers a glance at some of the best Read more

Love It or Hate It? Antler Handlebars


Updated 06/01/10 10:52 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 7 comments

Sung Kug Kim's Bi-King Antler Bike Handlebars

UK-based designer Sung Kug Kim debuted his Bi-King antler bike handlebars at ICFF this year. Not only are they hilariously brilliant and take the antler trend to a whole new level, but they're also beautifully polished, made of wood and chrome. What do you think? Would you rock these antler handlebars on your two-wheeler?   Love It or Hate It? Antler Handlebars Love it! Hate Read more

Swarovski Brings on the Glitz at ICFF


Updated 05/17/10 5:00 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 0 comments

Swarovski Teams Up With Hellman-Chang and Bisazza at ICFF

Swarovski has partnered with two fabulous interiors companies, premiering its crave-worthy crystal at the International Contempoary Furniture Fair this past weekend. First, the glitzy brand has teamed up with furniture design duo Hellman-Chang to debut a limited-edition series of signature furniture pieces outfitted with crystal elements. The tabletop of the Crystal Z Side Table ($7,500) has an Read more

The Hottest Stuff at ICFF 2009


Updated 07/04/09 11:13 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 3 comments

The Hottest Stuff at ICFF 2009

As part of the 21st annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) in New York, 16 companies were honored with the 2009 ICFF Editors Awards. Misewell, a Wisconsin-based furniture company owned by these two cuties, was one of the winners. Find out about who they are and what they won, and what else caught the judges' eyes, including eco materials, American-made furniture, and stunning Read more

Grid Wall Pockets: A Chic Remote and Wii-Mote Organizer


Updated 05/31/09 9:29 AM · Posted by GeekSugar · 2 comments

Grid Wall Pockets: A Chic Remote and Wii-Mote Organizer

The brand spankin' new Grid Wall Pocket is currently on display at the ICFF '09 in NYC. To you, the Grid might just look like a wall-hanging with pockets, but I look at it and think: Ding! A remote organizer. Not only that, but any other small peripherals that go with my home tech, like Wiimotes, nunchucks, and the teeny tiny Apple TV remote. I'm always looking for chic ways to store remotes, so Read more

Cool Idea: Nick De Marco's Garbage Chair


Updated 10/01/08 7:58 AM · Posted by CasaSugar · 13 comments

Cool Idea: Nick De Marco's Garbage Chair

Artist Nick DeMarco from California College of the Arts designed this chair for a sustainable production furniture class. His XS chair is essentially a shell that can be filled with any excessive item you have around the house — from bottles and cans to old clothes or newspapers. He wanted to draw attention to the reality of trash, and how it can be reused. The chair was presented at the ICFF Read more

Visible Cord Lamp: Love It or Leave It?


Updated 05/27/08 1:39 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 34 comments

Nicolo Taliani's Lamp Displays Wound Cord Inside of Clear Glass Base

I spend so much time trying to hide my cords, and wind my cords, that sometimes I just want to be totally rid of cords. That's why I would have never considered something that's normally the general bane of my existence to be beautiful. I am totally speechless about this lamp — a design presented by Nicolo Taliani at this year's ICFF (International Contemporary Furniture Fair). The sheer Read more

Link Time: Rosie O'Donnell's Mansion and the Best New Lighting


Updated 05/24/12 4:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

California Eclectic House Tour Pictures

Tour an eclectic and beautiful home that's filled with treasures. — Houzz These paint colors may just change your life. — House Beautiful You won't believe what Rosie O'Donnell's mansion used to house! — Curbed Your old furniture will look brand new with these simple updates. — Real Simple Check out the best new lighting from ICFF. — Apartment Therapy Is this the perfect Read more

Tastemaker Tips: Modernism 101 With Vas Kiniris of Zinc Details


Updated 04/05/12 3:26 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Urban Decorating Tips From Zinc Details

Twenty years ago, $1,000 was all it took for Zinc Details owner Vas Kiniris to set up shop in San Francisco's Tenderloin hood. Determined to shake the town out of its postmodern slumber, Vas set out to bring the cool, avant-garde aesthetic from his European travels back to his 200-square-foot store. After winning honorable mentions during his first showing at ICFF, Vas knew he was onto something. Read more