introducing mr. josh jakus and his fabulous felt bags

so great! lots of fun pieces from this architect by training from berkeley, california.

"using materials in their simplest form so intrinsic qualities show through — and a rigorous design efficiency that strives to get the most impact out of the fewest moves. Josh founded his design practice in 2005 as a way of continuing his lifelong interest in the nature of structure, space, and materials. though his design practice is driven more by intellectual curiosity than pragmatism, Josh is still happiest making things that are meant to be used. Josh uses his understanding of the built environment and how it is inhabited to inform his designs, and he hopes his products will help foster a more intuitive understanding of all objects in the people who use them."

something special...

...is going up on our wall tomorrow evening...stay tuned.

IDS West

...so this show has evolved quite a bit since the 'decorate vancouver' days. we saw new faces and friendly old faces (old as in we go back, not that they themselves are old!).

good ol' brent comber is one of them. it does surprise me when vancouverites don't know who he is - he's like the reclaimed wood he works with; from vancouver, strong and steady, yet gentle and kind. what can i say? i'm a fan.

listening intently as nathan over at contexture design gave us the full story. great guys with great work!

another old friend mr. peter chen of casika modern was there showing his wares - good to see you peter!

famished and thirsty, we were done...until next year!

welcome lovegrove + repucci...

we're so glad you arrived safely.

"The design collaborative of Lovegrove & Repucci was formed by Nicholas Lovegrove and Demian Repucci in 2003. Their unique brand of design sensibility is a product of combined experience living and working in the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe.

Lovegrove & Repucci's work focuses on the emotional response and experiential relationships created through contact with the designed environment."

"The classic tradition of Dutch Delft craftsmanship hits the streets of New York City. Presenting the ‘New York Delft’ Porcelain dinnerware collection. Each place setting is made of fine porcelain and has five pieces"...loooovvvee.

this shopper may looked like a grenade once all tucked away, but they like to call it a 'greenaid' - clever.

this leather 'saint bag' has a "Saintly ring attached to a red cord to always keep things close by."

we think it's all pretty great and hope you do too...

walrus spotting....

thanks to mr. randy laybourne for spotting this. if you haven't seen his work...check it out, it's good good stuff and so is he. http://randylaybourne.com/

brought to you from far, far away....

come on! how cute! they are going fast...all handmade in japan.

love the shape of these bowls...

sweet sake set!

...so beautiful,

these are another HUGE favourite! place for a tea light inside and enjoy the show...

gorgeous bracelets from vietnam, made of water buffalo horn...we have necklaces too!

there's lots more and hope to see you here.

come and get it!

we have a table full lovely items at 25% off. see below and more in store!

local company deserving thyme - these at home 'spa' gift packages are an easy one for $21.

these beautiful glasses make any drink taste better...



kitchen tools made of olive wood - love these! beautiful to handle...for your kitchen, for a housewarming, wedding shower...

time for a new laptop case? ipod case? blackberry, cellphone?...redmaloo looks for an idea behind each product, be it functional or emotional. they want to introduce a human touch and warmth to the functional world of electonic devices. and why not?
we'll be sad to see these go, but are sure they will find a good home. the gourmet collection reintroduces the disposable tin food container in fine porcelain as a way of addressing our perceptions of quality, value and high-end design. the entire collection is handmade by ms. barrezueta from her studio in brooklyn, ny.