Furniture

September 27, 2017

“Living” Chandelier Made with Algae-Filled Leaves Naturally Purifies the Air

Design engineer and biotechnologist Julian Melchiorri—who first gained attention by creating the first synthetic biological leaf—recently came up with an ingenious lighting design that is as beautiful as it is eco-friendly. His “living” chandelier Exhale, purifies air while lighting up your room and was on display at the V&A Museum during the London Design Festival. The green lighting piece is composed of 70 glass leaves filled with green algae, which absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen.

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August 7, 2017

Terrarium Lamps Designed with Fantastical Storybook Scenes Inside Glass Base

If you’re looking to easily add a bit of green to your indoor space, terrariums are a great solution. The self-sufficient setup lends itself to all sorts of vessels, from old jars to geometric glassware. But for really small homes, you might not have the luxury to fill your tables and counter tops with extra curios. That’s where the terrarium lamps of Rish Studio come in handy.

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March 16, 2017

20+ Pieces of Nature-Inspired Furniture That Creatively Capture Earth’s Beauty

What if you could explore the great outdoors and experience earth's natural wonders without leaving the comfort of your home? Thanks to many contemporary creatives, this is entirely possible! Today, some artists and designers have adopted nature as their muse and craft interior pieces rooted in the physical world. In this collection of earthly objects, we take a look at some of our favorite pieces of nature-inspired furniture.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.