Erased Classic

Erased Classic is a collection of carpets by Jan Kath. They are based on classical patterns from Italian wall coverings and Indian saris. The carpets are produced by weavers at manufacturing sites in Kathmandu. But their final look is caused by acid, which makes the patterns fade and disappear. The customer cannot only define the color, materials, size, knot density, and design, but also the degree of erosion.

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Vespa Scooter Office Chair

Office chairs made out of old vespa scooters. By Bel & Bel. They come in a variety of colors.
I've always wanted a Vespa!

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Cookie Cup

As if it was made just for me!!!! For those of you who don't know, they call me the cookie monster!!!

Designed by Venezuelan designer Enrique Luis Sardi in collaboration with Italian coffee company Lavazza.

First you drink the coffee, then you eat the cup! Brilliant. And perhaps many of us have thought of something like this at some point, but they did it!

“The cup is made of pastry covered with a special icing sugar, which works as an insulator, and makes the cup waterproof hence allowing you to use the cup and then appreciate its taste.”

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Illy Push-Button Coffee Shop

Adam Kalkin is an American artist-architect know for transforming the standard shipping containers into living quarter that expand by a push of a button. The Italian espresso company Illy, used his innovation at the 52nd Venice Biennale. The coffee shop provides visitors with a space to relax and enjoy their espresso at the same time.

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