Freunde von Freunden: Leslie Williamson

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Freunde von Freunden's latest feature focuses on Leslie Williamson and her 1960s Joseph Eichler-designed house in San Francisco. The Californian photographer talks about her idea of home; the processes behind her two books, Handcrafted Modern and Modern Originals; and what interests her about capturing creative people through their surroundings.

—Freunde von Freunden: Leslie Williamson

Online Feature: Modern Design in Britain

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—01. The Ken Stadling Collection.

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To accompany a new exhibition of over 50 items from the Ken Stradling Collection curated by Margaret Howell, we are pleased to present a conversation between the collector and the designer. Shot on location in Bristol, the short film offers a glimpse into Stradling’s modern design archive, and sees the pair discuss not only the origins, but also the depth and breadth of his collection.

Made by regular Inventory contributor Rick Pushinsky, alongside Tim Bowditch, it captures the diversity of Stradling’s surroundings and touches upon the work of Marcel Breuer for Bristol furniture manufacturer Crofton Gane. A major component of the exhibition, these pieces will be complimented by a selection of studio pottery, glassware and everyday household objects. The show opens at Margaret Howell’s Wigmore Street store in London on Thursday October 15th, and runs until Saturday November 15th, 2015.

— Online Feature: Modern Design in Britain

Isamu Noguchi Cyclone Table

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—01. Produced by Knoll.

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While there are plenty of dining table options on the market, I find it an especially difficult item to commit to. It can really set the tone for a room, as well as your home overall. Glass, wood and marble all have their merits, but with a variety of bases and legs sometimes offered, the decision-making doesn't always end there. If you don't have any Eiffel chairs in the dining area, then there could be a spot for Noguchi's Cyclone Table. Originally produced in 1957 by Knoll, it has a slightly more casual appearance and serves a very utilitarian function.

—Available from Building and The Noguchi Museum

Phillip Low Prism Sculptures

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Phillip Low's small sculptures have a somewhat otherworldly feel, particularly in the way that they manipulate light and colour. The hand-milled geometric prisms are made from sheets of Perspex and acrylic, and come in a variety of slightly different shapes, each one with its own unique character.

—Available from Totokaelo

Aesop Tacit Eau de Parfum

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—01. "A crisp, elusive new fragrance."

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The skincare brand Aesop does an exceptional job of providing an outstanding product and a beautifully designed everyday item in one small package. Their latest fragrance, named Tacit, is created in conjunction with the perfumer Céline Barel, combining citrus and basil to reflect "the fresh notes found in traditional colognes; and the culture, topography, and fragile, perfumed vegetation of the Mediterranean coast."

—Aesop

Natalie Weinburger Small Black Sand Bowl

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—01. Unglazed exterior.

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Brooklyn-based retailer, The Primary Essentials, had several ceramic items by Natalie Weinburger which made striking use of black volcanic sand. Both of the bud vases are now sold out, but you can still get your hands on this useful and attractive narrow footed bowl, featuring the same uniquely textured exterior.

—The Primary Essentials

Beams at Home 2

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After a successful first edition, Beams at Home 2 was recently published by the Japanese company. Continuing where the previous book left off, it features the homes of over 100 staff members and creators, offering insight and inspiration with a particular focus on close quarters and how to make the most of them.

—Available from Beams

iittala Ruutu Vase

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Recently arrived at Inform Interiors, the Ruutu vase, designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, is a new addition to the iittala offering. It comes in a variety of colours and sizes, and while each one appears relatively simple, the elegant shape requires the most experienced glass blowers to produce.

—Available from Inform Interiors