BePositive Spring/Summer 2009 Ballistic Pack
Italian footwear brand BePositive showcase their Chukka and Era models in ballistic nylon, a tough synthetic nylon fabric usually incorporated into thick material, such as luggage and motorcycle jackets. Their latest models are presented after unveiling them in a variety of material such as leather, suede, mesh and silk. The shoes come in grey tones with minimal usage of black, and feature the ballistic fabric all over the upper. Now available at fashion retailer Gorilli.
Georgica Pond House by Bates Masi Architects
This thoroughly modern home in East Hampton, NY was built on the site of a previously existing home that did not adequately satisfy the new owners’ needs. Interestingly, it literally sits atop the very foundation the previous home occupied due to zoning restrictions. New York based Bates Masi Architects nonetheless tailored the new home exactly to the owners’ specifications. Upon approaching the house, the elemental cube shape and monochromatic color scheme are its most striking features, starkly contrasting the surrounding landscape. The exterior design employs a tiered approach, with each level of the house stepping back and creating exterior walkways and terraces. The monochromatic palette is carried into the interior where the architect used white limestone paired with broad, blank walls. The walls themselves were left blank to allow the owners to display their extensive art collection without the décor detracting from it. The end result is a sleek, minimalist home that exudes a gallery-like atmosphere.
See the rest of the house after the jump.
Kemang Icon Hotel in Jakarta
One of Jakarta’s first truly boutique hotels, Kemang Icon by Alila is a slinky shrine to city-style luxury. Its 12 unique suites share space with a boutique shopping mall, a renowned Thann Sanctuary spa, and a rooftop restaurant, all fashioned in onyx, granite and metal and encased in shimmering panels of glass. The 12 gadget-packed suites are all individually designed by gifted modernist architect Sardjono Sani, and, although some shy couples may baulk at the ‘open concept’ bathrooms (no doors or walls to separate them from the rest of the suite), still more will love the numerous art deco pieces, the snug Ploh bedspreads, and the chic modern interplay of granite, metal, onyx and glass. With such good looks and dedicated service, the prime location in Jarkarta’s hip Kemang district, the individually designed suites with minimalist art deco style and the sweeping city views from the rooftop infinity pool, Kemang Icon is the right hotel choice in Jakarta. Visit the Kemang Icon site for more info.
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Carrio Easy Chair
The Carrio Easy Chair comes from Arquimia Design. It’s a simple chair that features head and lower back padding for comfort, and is also supported by two cushioned type tubes at the bottom. It’s an excellent option for those just wanting to kick back for those lazy days. It also comes in various colors as well. More images after the jump.
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