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Nice and New: Tord Boontje Crystal Ice Furniture

CasaSugar — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:00:49 -0800

Renowned tech-meets-folk product designer Tord Boontje debuted his new Crystal Ice furniture collection for Swarovski at the Maison et Objet trade show in Paris last month. The range includes three designs (a bench, table, and stool) which use densely wrapped crystals to create an illusion of floating icicles. If the words "winter wonderland" could ever translate to interior furnishings, he's pulled it off. The collection is completely stunning - almost (almost) too precious to own.Boontje wasn't alone in creating the Swarovski Crystal Palace; among others, Tom Dixon created a suspended virtual sphere out of crystals and Belgian architect Vincent van Duysen took home an award for his opulent 10-foot chandelier made from cascading crystals. It's not even Valentine's Day yet, but I'm definitely in love.
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This Just In: Tom Dixon Makes Foray Into Fashion

CasaSugar — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 05:30:07 -0700

British industrial designer and head of design at Finnish company Artek Tom Dixon, who has been designing furniture for 30-some years, and whose lighting designs are all the rage, has decided to channel his design talents into the world of fashion. A new bimonthly fashion digest magazine, Distill, targeted towards creative professionals, launched on Monday, and Dixon is on the editorial board for the next issue, according to Design Week. The new glossy is published by Craft Publishing. Along with Dixon, the editorial board will be composed of fashion designer Giles Deacon, Design Museum director Dejan Sudjic, fashion designer Matthew Williamson, and Net-a-Porter founder Natalie Massenet. The first issue showcases the work of about 25 global fashion and style magazines.

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While this new read may be up Fab’s alley, I am certainly curious about it as well, as it seems to be a departure for furnishing-focused Dixon. Distill creative and publishing director Lockwood explains that the new publication “is about the way fashion is presented globally.” “Fashion is an important visual stimulus and inspiration to the creative sector as a whole, which is why we have recruited designers from a range of disciplines to sit on the editorial board,” he explains. There’s certainly an overlap in trends where fashion and interiors are concerned, especially in textiles, so it’ll be interesting to see what’s in store for this new pub.
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Nice and New: Tom Dixon's 2008 Collection

CasaSugar — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:30:03 -0700

British designer Tom Dixon, who brought you one of my August Must-Haves, has unveiled his 2008 collection, a range of new lighting and furniture, which was on show until yesterday at Superstudio Più in Milan during the Milan Design Week. Some of his new works include his Slab Bench and Chairs, as well as additions to his Copper and Mirrorball collections. The collection, called A Bit of Rough, derives from "a British colloquial saying that typifies down-to-earth characteristics and a straight talking, devoid of affectation attitude." I'm loving the Mirror Ball newly configured as "an array of various sized balls, tightly held in place with robust, industrial strength clamps creating an extraordinary sculptural interior lighting 'tree.'"

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Crave Worthy: Design Within Reach Airstream Trailer

CasaSugar — Tue, 02 Oct 2007 07:34:05 -0700

Although I don't suspect most of you are hunting for an Airstream trailer, I had to share this Design Within Reach model ($49,066) because there's no other way to describe it than Crave Worthy.

In 2000, architect-designer Chris Deam gutted a vintage trailer to create a booth for the International Contemporary Furniture Fair, and DWR contacted Deam about creating a special edition trailer for their customers. The result is a 100% outfitted vehicle, with a light and airy interior made of the most durable materials. DWR equipped the galley with top-notch amenities like an Elkay faucet, recessed halogen lights, eco-friendly flooring, glossy overhead lockers, custom aluminum window treatments, and a Sony sound system. It is also dressed with modern DWR décor accents like a Nelson ball clock ($300), Heller dinnerware ($60), a Tom Dixon Wire Coatrack ($300), and Tripolina chairs ($400).

Even the most steadfast indoorswoman can appreciate the beauty of this updated icon. It could be a perfect hideaway from a busy life, stationary or on the road—if you can afford it.

Steal of the Day: Eclipse Pendant Lamp

CasaSugar — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 08:28:44 -0700

Thanks to a suggestion from alltherage, we've decided to begin a new feature called Steal of the Day. While our Crave Worthy products do have us salivating at the mouth, we understand that they often inhabit a price range very distant from what we can afford to pay. So, we wanted to alert you to some products that you won't only covet, but can actually own without breaking the bank.

I'm super excited about our first Steal of the Day, and I think you will be too. I spotted these Eclipse Pendant Lamps from CB2 for only $19.95. They shine in both the glossy white and silver finishes, and resemble the Tom Dixon Copper Shade Pendants ($450) we posted about in August. Their spherical shape also parallels the pink one ($241) in our Midday Muse last week. Regardless of who or what they mimic, they're understated and versatile, and would look fabulous in any home. Plus—20 bucks for a lamp is practically unheard of!

This Just In: Tom Dixon's Great Light Giveaway

CasaSugar — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 05:15:04 -0700

I love the stunning mod light fixtures designed by Tom Dixon; his Copper Shade Pendant even made it onto my list of August Must Haves. And I especially love that the lighting designer is promoting the use of low-energy compact fluorescent bulbs.

I just read about this event called the Great Light Giveaway, where Dixon has created an art installation featuring 500 "Blow" lights equipped with CFLs in London's Trafalgar Square. As if the pure beauty of this installation weren't admirable enough, Dixon is also giving away 1,000 of the lamps today starting at 5 p.m. London time, on a first-come first-served basis.

Any Londoners planning on going to the event? If not, would you check it out if you lived nearby?

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Telstar - See It or Skip It?

PopSugarUK — Tue, 26 May 2009 23:00:00 -0700

Set in London the music scene of the early 1960s, Telstar tells the true story of record producer Joe Meek. It has a brilliantly eclectic cast, including James Corden, Pam Ferris, Kevin Spacey, Ralf Little, Nigel Harman, Callum Dixon, Tom Burke, JJ Feild, and Con O’Neill in the lead role, plus ex-Libertine Carl Barat and The Darkness's Justin Hawkins. Directed and co-written by Nick Moran, Telstar's soundtrack includes Duffy's cover of The Cryin' Shames' "Please Stay". It premiered at the London Film Festival back in October and is released in the UK on 19 June. Check out the trailer below and let me know: will you see it or skip it?

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Ruth and Rob Record For Comic Relief!

PopSugarUK — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 08:00:00 -0800

Comic Relief 2009 launched today, with Ruth Jones, Rob Brydon and Joanna Page taking centre stage at the event in Leicester Square. They were sporting the classic red noses, with a slightly new design for 2009, alongside other celebs like The Saturdays, Jo Brand, Claudia Winkleman, Steve Jones and Alesha Dixon. Rob and Ruth have recorded a special version of their classic Gavin and Stacey song moment "Islands In The Stream" to release as the single for this year's Comic Relief night of music and mayhem which will fall on 13 March this year.

They went to Las Vegas to record the video and Tom Jones and Bee Gees singer Robin Gibb guest star! Rob's pretty well-known for his hilarious Tom Jones impersonation, and this is what he said about recording with him:

"I was really looking forward to it because I think I can sing a bit. But, I got really nervous when we were there because a proper recording studio is very unforgiving of your voice. It's not like singing in the bathroom, you hear every little imperfection. Then they tart it up a bit for you."

I can't wait to hear it, can you?!

To see more photos from the Comic Relief 2009 launch, just read more.

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2008 Nickelodeon UK KCAs: The Show And The Winners!

PopSugarUK — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 01:14:58 -0700

We brought you all the orange carpet polls and pictures from the Nickelodeon UK Kids' Choice Awards yesterday, and now it's time to get on to the show and the award recipients! Big winners yesterday included Ant and Dec who won three awards, and TV series Drake and Josh which won two awards. The show's stars Josh Peck (who I loved in The Wackness) and Miranda Cosgrove picked up the Kids' TV Show award, and Josh also picked up the TV Actor gong. A hot topic with the American actors on the orange carpet was Russell Brand's hosting of the VMAs, of which Josh said:

"I think he's brilliant and his humour's on a different level. I think sometimes it's lost in translation... on some people... unfortunately. If I had hair like that, I'd grow it out, no question. And the tight jeans, that's just good-looking - you want something that hugs your privates."

One thing that doesn't get lost in translation is Simon Cowell, who must be feeling very popular this morning as he won Best Baddie in the UK, an award he also got earlier this year at the American KCAs! The kids also got plenty of trademark slime, as Dannii and Josh were among those good-humoured enough to be covered in the stuff, and there were performances from McFly, George Sampson, Signature and The Saturdays.

Nickelodeon will air the show in full on Saturday Sept 20 at 11am, but to see a full list of winners from yesterday's UK KCAs, as well as more photos including Evanna Lynch, Bonnie Wright, William Moseley, Alesha Dixon, Miranda Cosgrove, George Sampson and others, just read more.

Favourite Kids' TV Show - Drake and Josh
Favourite Kids' Cartoon - SpongeBob SquarePants
Favourite Family TV Show - Britain's Got Talent
Favourite Funny Person - Ant & Dec
Favourite Male Film Star - William Moseley
Favourite Female Film Star - Georgie Henley
Favourite Baddie - Simon Cowell
Favourite Winner - George Sampson
Favourite Band - McFly
Favourite Male TV Star - Josh Peck
MTV Hits Favourite Song - "Bleeding Love" Leona Lewis
Favourite TV Presenter - Ant & Dec
The Hero Award - Team GB (Olympics)
The Greenie Award - David De Rothschild
Favourite Female TV Star - Miley Cyrus
Favourite Sports Person - David Beckham
Favourite Film - Indiana Jones And The Kingdom Of The Crystal Skull
Favourite Singer - Chris Brown
Favourite Animated Film - Wall-E

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Images include: George Sampson, Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Josh Peck, Miranda Cosgrove, Evanna Lynch, William Moseley, Bonnie Wright, Dakota Blue Richards, David De Rothschild, The Saturdays, SpongeBob SquarePants, Dannii Minogue, Harry Judd, Dougie Poynter, McFly, Same Difference, John Cena, Alesha Dixon, Anna Popplewell, Georgie Henley, Signature.

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2008 Nickelodeon UK KCAs: Arrivals On The Orange Carpet

PopSugarUK — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 11:30:17 -0700

Today FabUK, BellaUK and I have all been focused on the 2008 Nickelodeon UK Kids' Choice Awards, so make sure you check out all of our love it or hate it polls! Dannii Minogue was hostess for the ceremony (which will be televised next weekend) and she turned up looking stunning in a beautifully glam silver and blue dress.

The Saturdays showed up in their trademark matching outfits, I wonder if they ever get bored of all dressing similarly?! Those gorgeous boys from McFly looked casual as they jovially posed for photos, while Heidi Range kept it smart but simple in a high waisted black skirt and shirt with absolutely towering heels!

Stay tuned tomorrow for photos from the ceremony and details of all the winners! To see more photos from the orange carpet, including Suzanne Shaw, Josh Peck, Miranda Cosgrove, William Moseley, Bonnie Wright, Evanna Lynch, Georgie Henley and more, just read more.

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Images include: Dannii Minogue, Georgie Henley, Brooke Vincent, Heidi Range, Bonnie Wright, Tony Blackburn, Signature, Suzanne Shaw, JK, Danielle Lloyd, Josh Peck, Miranda Cosgrove, Alesha Dixon, Sarah Smith, George Sampson, The Saturdays, Anna Popplewell, John Cena, Dakota Blue Richards, William Moseley, Spongebob Squarepants, Dougie Poynter, Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones, Harry Judd, McFly,

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