Utility Loves
- Sparrow Bird Hooks - Set of Two
- From £12.50
- Float Magazine Rack
- From £35.00
- Flos Snoopy Table Lamp
- From £544.00
- Alessi Ladies Record Watch - Black Leather Strap
- From £78.00
Editorial
Lotta Kühlhorn
We've introduced some bold new designs into our collection by Swedish designer Lotta Kühlhorn. With strong patterns and bold colours with a distinct 1970s/retro look this is one collection with nostalgic appeal. See : Lotta Kühlhorn Designs
Flock Superlambanana
Liverpool's beloved cultural icon the Superlambanana has been given a Flock makeover for 2010 and all the colours are now in stock : Chic Black, Classic Yellow, Liverpool Red and Everton Blue. See : Flock Superlambanana.
Cushion Crazy
Here at Utility HQ Kate is going cushion crazy! Our great new range of 100% hand made cotton cushions has just arrived. With a contemporary look these are a mix of David Hicks meets ethnic chic. See : Contemporary Cushions
Thursday, 11 February 2010
Stelton Vacuum Jug 2010
The Stelton Vacuum Jug is something of a design classic. Such is its influence that it has become something of a trend setter for interior colour schemes. This year Stelton have launched the vacuum jug in a rich purple and a cool lime green. These are available now : Stelton Jug Lime; Stelton Jug Purple.
Eco Friendly Bamboo Design
Launched this year in Paris Alessi have embraced the use of eco friendly materials with three pieces from their Blow Up range crafted in fast growing bamboo. These are the Blow Up Citrus Basket, Blow Up Fruit Bowl/Centrepiece and Blow Up Magazine Rack. Priced from £49.00 these are three pieces that won't break the bank - or your conscience!
LIMITED EDITION Crevasse Vase
This gorgeous vase designed by Zaha Hadid for Alessi Officina has been launched in two polished metal versions - grey and brown. Limited to only 999 pieces worldwide these are available on a first come first served basis! See Crevasse Vase Limited Edition.
Flos Kelvin LED Table/Desk Lamp
The fantastic new design from Flos is the new solution on the market offering a fantastic quality of LED light which is both soft and warm (as opposed to cold and blue - or white). With a body in black, white and anthracite it's available from March - goodbye light bulbs! Orders are now being taken. See Flos Kelvin LED Table Lamp.
Braun Alarm Clocks
Sadly these fantastic little designs went out of production some time ago but we have managed to track down some of the last worldwide stock. Each a design classic there are three Braun designs available - the AB1 Travel Alarm, AB5 Round Alarm and the AB7 Alarm. Get them whilst you can!
LSA Eco Green Glass
With trade show time well and truly upon us now is the time we scan all those fantastic world fairs for the very best in great new design. One range which has really caught our eye is Mia from LSA. Made from 100% Recycled Glass this selection fuses great design with fantastic eco credentials. The packaging is also recycled, enhancing its sustainability. Designs include a tumbler, highball, wine glass (all sold in sets of 4), a water and wine carafe, a storm lantern and two vases.
SALE NOW ON
Our Winter sale 2009/2010 is now on with 50% off ex display items,15% off our key brands of furniture and 10% off all lighting. What's more, with VAT reverting to 17.5% on 1st January there's never been a better time to buy that item you've had your eye on!
Great New Pen Designs for Christmas
Our extensive range of enamel pens has been added to with nine new designs with business and credit card cases also available in some of the styles. These gorgeous writing implements make perfect gifts for Christmas - go on, help re-instate the art of hand writing! Prices for £29.95. See : Enamel Pens & Business Card Cases
Go Penguins
New ceramic colours are now available in green, pink and yellow at £14.99.See : Go Penguins
Diesel Lighting from Foscarini
Italian lighting company Foscarini has created a collection of lights in conjunction with Diesel. The range includes suspension, table and floor lamps. With the raw, industrial style synonymous with Diesel it's a collection which lends itself to a wide range of interiors. It's now available to purchase on line. See : Foscarini Diesel Collection
Go Penguins are Go!!!
As the Go Penguins trail gets underway in our home city of Liverpool this weekend the ceramic model of this adorable Penguin are now available to purchase from us on line at £14.99. There are several colours available - see them at : Go Penguin!
Made in Scotland!
We love Donna Wilson's hand knitted designs. Made from 100% lambswool in Scotland this range of cushions, animals and scarves each has its own personality - and make perfect gifts to snuggle up with this Christmas. Donna Wilson Designs
Butterfly Clock
The ever popular Butterfly Clock comes in range of new colours. Check out the full palette at : Butterfly Clock.
Cuddly Superlambanana
Liverpool's favourite piece of public art has gone all soft! Cuddly Superlambanana is the new soft toy version. At £19.99 this is this years must have toy for all Liverpool kids - young and old
Friday, 06 November 2009
We're 10 Years Old Today
Today is our 10th Birthday! It's 10 years since we started our business on a shoestring budget and a shop we fitted out ourselves. Since then we've grown to three stores, a thriving webstore and our first catalogue launched in conjunction with our birthday. To celebrate we are offering all customers 10% off everything today! Simply enter the code : BIRTHDAY10 at the checkout - but hurray, it expires at midnight.
Tuesday, 03 November 2009
George Nelson Ceramic Clocks
This range of three Ceramic Clocks designed by George Nelson are now available to order. Finally in production, over half a century since they were originally designed, there are three colours available : red, white and grey.
Foscarini Le Soleil Light
This pendant light from Foscarini is a great new design crafted in polycarbonate. Available in red, white and aquamarine it's a fantastically sculptural light perfect for creating impact : Le Soleil Pendant Light.
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Diamantini & Domeniconi Cucu Clock
Since launching the highly successful Cucu Clock in 2005 Italian manufacturer Diamantini & Domeniconi have given the original version various reincarnations. This year Cucu has been given a 'rust' effect makeover in suitably autumnal hues. At £290.00 it's now available to order at : Give Me A Rusty Cuckoo
Tuesday, 13 October 2009
Ethnicraft Furniture
For an ethically produced range of furniture the Ethnicraft range is hard to beat. With oak and walnut sourced from well managed sources the Ethnicraft philosophy is one we share. We are adding to our on line catalogue all the time but check out the Ethnicraft range at : Ethical Furniture. It's a range which is simple in style and represents fantastic value for money for solid timber furniture.
Alessi Achromatics
This autumn Alessi has given some of their key A Di Alessi pieces a fresh new black & white look. For those who prefer a more monochorome look check out the Alessi Achromatics range.
Friday, 02 October 2009
Walnut Vitra Eames Lounge Chair
Vitra have just released this afternoon the Eames Lounge Chair in WALNUT. Now available to order.
Friday, 02 October 2009
Sees It In Black & White
The monochrome Alessi range in now in stock - all the favourite plastics in black and white/clear. We're in the process of uploading on line now! Come back next week to see the collection!
Friday, 25 September 2009
Bold Street Festival
Tomorrow (Saturday) is the Bold Street Festival. As our spiritual home, and where it all began for Utility 10 years ago, there will be a day of FUN FUN FUN for everyone. As the hub of independent retailing in Liverpool all stores are offering 10% of everything and with free food, activities, exhibitions, tuition and a 'small cinema' there's no reason not to liven up your Saturday and come and join us all. See you there !
Wednesday, 16 September 2009
String Shelving
We've introduced String Shelving to our on line catalogue. This versatile storage system comes in a basic kit (Strings Pocket) or as modular elements (String) for you to create a composition to suit whatever your requirements. Designed in 1949 String is a great and inexpensive storage solution to suit any room.
Friday, 11 September 2009
NEW LOOK WEBSITE!
Our new look website is now live. We've listened to feedback and taken all your points on board. With improved navigation, greater clarity and new features and pages like 'What's New' items, our weekly list of bestsellers and a career opportunities page we've been working hard to improve your on line shopping experience with us. Let us know what you think..good and bad! We can take it!
Thursday, 03 September 2009
Alessi Lula Dog Bowl
We've just released this new Alessi Dog Bowl loose on line and, until the end of December, we are giving £2.00 for each one we sell to the R.S.P.C.A. It's available in black, red and green to suit any dog's taste. Fido will be the envy of all his friends.
Tuesday, 01 September 2009
Acme Crayon Pen
Acme Studio have introduced three new colours into the range of this 'Crayola Crayon' lookalike rollerball pen for 2009. Unfortunately the black has been 'retired' this year but has been replaced with vibrant shades of Green, Pink and Orange. A nostalgic gift for any creative type!
Wednesday, 19 August 2009
Daytimer Digital Watch
We've just released the Daytimer digital watch designed by leading UK architect and designer Will Alsop for Alessi. Available in black, green, red/orange and violet this is a bold statement of a watch which won't fail to get you noticed.
Alessi Autumn 2009
See a sneak previous of Alessi Autumn 2009 collection - see it here : Alessi Autumn
Wednesday, 12 August 2009
Classic Trays
This range of trays by Vitra has just been released. Depicting six designs by George Nelson, Charles & Ray Eames and Alexander Girard with iconic and graphic vocabulary of the period when each was designed they are available to order now for delivery in September. See Classic Trays.
Friday, 07 August 2009
Retro Mondaine
Mondaine has gone all retro this summer with a new range of ladies and gents watch styles. With the same classic Mondaine styling the new ranges have larger cases with lugs which blend into the strap. A curved crystal magnifies the dial, completing the look. There are three styles available in both ladies and gents sizes. Available from £175.00
Tuesday, 21 July 2009
Alexander Girard Plyprints
We've just introduced the range of Alexander Girard Plyprints into our collection. Originally designed as silkscreen prints this range of six images are now printed on sustainably harvested maple plywood. Measuring 36cm square they're all available from stock.
Friday, 03 July 2009
Utility Facebook Page
Our Facebook page keep you up to date with events, gossip, offers and images and all things Utility which we don't have room for on the website. Check out the Utility Facebook page.
Tuesday, 30 June 2009
SUMMER SALE!!!
Our Summer sale runs until 31st July and includes 20% off all Vitra and Fritz Hansen furniture orders, Alessi Steel and Sussex Sideboard range, at least 10% off lighting and all Kartell designs as well some huge savings on ex display and discontinued lines. There's never been a better time to bag a design bargain.
Friday, 26 June 2009
6 for 5 on Fritz Hansen
Throughtout June and July we're offering a fantastic 6 for 5 offer on Fritz Hansen chairs. This covers the Series 7, Grand Prix and Ant Chair. You buy 5 and get the 6th absolutely FREE!
Read All About It
Here's a list of magazines and journals which have featured our products...
Lolita Lighting from Moooi
Lolita has now made her debut! This feminine range of lights (she comes as a floor lamp, table lamp and pendant light) from Moooi is highly reminiscent of a cloche hat (think House of Eliott, The Great Gatsby). Pretty and demure Lolita is available in black, grey pink and white. Tres chic!
Alessi Phone
Alessi Phone has arrived! This digital little marvel gives the home phone market a much needed style kick. With all the technology of a mobile phone the Alessi Phone has the added benefit of the sleek and refined styling you'd expect from Alessi. A beauty!
Thursday, 28 May 2009
Steel some cheap Alessi!
During the sunny month of June (here's hoping) we're offering 20% off the core Alessi stainless steel range. From the iconic Bird Kettle to the gorgeous range of baskets and bowls this is a great time to buy some of the most iconic designs at greatly reduced prices.
This is an unprecedented Alessi offer and ends 30th June so hurry!
Bestlite for the Best Lights!
Bestlite Lighting has long been a favourite of ours and is very 'Utility'! Designed in 1930 by Robert Dudley Best the Bestlite Range has been developed over the years to include desk lamps, table lamps, floor lamps, pendant lights and wall lights. As a Bestlite dealer these are all available here on line in matt black, matt ivory and glossy white with FREE UK mainland delivery. True classics!
Cindy - the shining star of Milan?
One of the big success stories at the Milan Furniture Fair this week was Cindy - the lustrous table lamp from Kartell. With a retro 70s look she comes in a rainbow of metallic colours.
Tall with a conical shade and teardrop base Cindy is a table lamp which lends herself to any room in the house - as a side lamp, bedside, hall or dining room light. We expect her to be a big success and she's available to order from Utility now at £123.00 with deliveries in May.
Patrick The Penguin
Patrick The Penguin - 'Go Penguins' A Winter's Trail is on its way to Liverpool. Watch this space for future exciting developments!
Thursday, 09 April 2009
FREE Vitra Miniature
For every full size of the Vegetel Chair, the indoor/outdoor chair created by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Vitra we are giving away a scale model of the chair in green. Only available whilst stocks last this is a limited edition Vitra Miniature.
Wednesday, 01 April 2009
When Barbie Met Louis...
In celebration of Barbie's 50th Birthday Kartell have teamed up with toy maker Mattell to create this limited edition piece. Available in two sizes - Barbie Louis Ghost and the smaller Barbie Lou Lou Ghost both are available to order. Perfect for all Barbie fans, little princesses and limited edition collectors!
Eames Plastic Chairs in New Colours!
The chairs in the Eames Plastics furniture range have all become design classics in their own right but this year their manufacturer Vitra has relaunched the range in a new palette of colours. Reflecting their 1950s heritage the new mid century colours include shades such as 'poppy red', 'ocean', 'mauve grey' and 'mustard' as well as the classic black and two shades of white. All Eames Chairs (the DAR, DAX, DSR, DSW, DSX and RAR Rocking Chair) have had the benefit of the makeover. All are now available.
Design for Charity
See our gorgeous Squirrel Coat Rack. Made in Sweden and available in orange and black we are giving £2.00 to the UKs Save Our Squirrels campaign for every one sold. Buy with a conscience!
True Grace Scented Candle anyone?
True Grace candles are a delicious range of scented candles hand made in England. With 10 gorgeous fragrances to choose from : Fig, Black Tea, Chamomile, English Lavender, Hyacinth, Green Tea & Citrus, Moroccan Rose, Wild Lime, Woodland and Soothing there's a scent for every mood. See the True Grace Range
Newgate Clocks
We've introduced Newgate Clocks to our catalogue. This range of excellent quality timepieces offers everything Utility is about - good, practical, quality design. With a range of wall clocks and mantel or alarm clocks Newgate offers a variety of designs from the retro to the contemporary.
Artemide Mercury Light
The Mercury suspension light by Ross Lovegrove is now available. Inspired by the elements and nature Mercury is a mesmerizing piece of contemporary lighting design from Artemide.
Vegetal Chair from Vitra
Vitra have just released the new Vegetal Chair - a piece of furniture inspired by the structure of vegetation (think leaf forms...cabbages...broccoli). Made from polyamide its natural credentials are boosted by the fact that this a chair designed to be used outside as well as in. It also comes in six 'natural' colours for that real earthy experience. Price: £278.00
Friday, 06 February 2009
Tom Dixon does retro glass
Tom Dixon Lighting has gone all retro glass with a trio of cast glass pendant lights. With three designs : Bowl, Lens and Tube this lighthouse inspired collection won't break the bank at just £145.00. Orders now being taken.
Thursday, 05 February 2009
Boys Toys...
Male gifts are always hard to find but we hope we can help! New this year is the Bunny Bottle Opener - the scary looking, wall mounted beer cap remover and the BBQ Sword - the BBQ stick which looks like an actual sword - ideal for swashbuckling your way to the perfect sausage!
The Ceramic Noodle Cup has also become a huge success and is ideal for today's eco-friendly male.
Whatever and whoever you are buying for this year our range of design led male gifts and boys toys is sure to win you grateful thanks. Check out our collection : Male Gifts
Thursday, 25 December 2008
SALE NOW ON!
Our Winter Sale is now on! As well as the chance to bag a bargain we are also offering special deals with 10% off lighting brands Tom Dixon, Lightyears and Foscarini, 15% off Vitra furniture and accessories, 10 % off Fritz Hansen, Kartell and Knoll. We'll also be introducing new deals throughout January so keep watching for more special offers!
Wednesday, 17 December 2008
Caboche Goes Gold....
Three years after Foscarini launched the hugely successful Caboche light and lamp range they have introduced this in a new amber gold colour for 2008.
The Caboche range includes pendant lights, ceiling lights, table and floor lamps and a wall light and represents a contemporary version of the crystal chandelier.
Monday, 15 December 2008
Vitra New Designs
This week sees the launch of the Basel Chair from Vitra. Designed by Jasper Morrison, Basel is a re-invention of the simple wooden chair. Made in a variety of contemporary colours with two wood finishes Basel combines a timber frame with a plastic seat and backrest.
Also new from Vitra is a special edition of the Ball Clock by George Nelson. Designed to celebrate the centenary of Nelson's birth this clock has a brass casing with black balls.
Both items are now available to order.
Thursday, 04 December 2008
Swan Chair Limited Edition By Fritz Hansen
The Swan Chair by Arne Jacobsen has been given a makeover. To celebrate it's 50th anniversary the manufacturer, Fritz Hansen, have launched a limited edition of the Swan Chair in a new palette of white leather with a pearl white base. Limited to only 1958 pieces worldwide these are sold on a first come first served basis and, as a Fritz Hansen dealer, we will shortly be receiving these in stock.
Friday, 14 November 2008
Tolomeo Lamps
The Tolomeo Lamp from Artemide has become something of a design classic since its launch in 1987. Winner of the coveted Compasso d'Oro (Golden Compass) this is a must have range of wall, desk and floor lights to suit every application. There are three versions of the Tolomeo Desk Lamp (Mini, Micro and Standard); three versions of the Tolomeo Wall Mounted with the pentagraph arm, the Tolomeo Faretto Wall Light, the Tolomeo Lettura task light and the Mega Tolomeo - perfect for over a dining table.
We tend to hold stock of the Tolomeo lamp range and shipping is free to UK mainland addresses.
Wednesday, 01 October 2008
Mirror Ball Floor Stand
Great news from Tom Dixon - the design guru has expanded his Mirror Ball Light collection to create the stunning Mirror Ball Floor Stand.
Featuring 6 Mirror Balls - two of each of the different sizes available - mounted on a floor stand this creates a stunning, tree like floor installation which gives huge impact and reflect everything around it.
An awesome addition to the Tom Dixon Lighting range.
Thursday, 18 September 2008
Alessi Launches New Autumn Collection.
Alessi have launched their new autumn/winter collection with exciting new products in all three ranges. A Di Alessi has additions to the Orientales range - the cute 'Forest Gump' condiment set and the 'Sweet Fish' Sugar Castor as well as a new edition 'Proust' Parrot Corkscrew.
The Alessi collection has two new limited edition Alessandro Corkscrews - 'Sun Dream' and 'Harlequin' as well as the 'La Rosa'Bowl, Bon Bon Coin Keyring and Serpentine Bottle Opener by Tom Kovac - all making original gifts this Christmas. Talking of Christmas the porcelain figures collection is joined with an array of new friend. Click here to see the: Alessi Christmas Figures.
We've also added the Alessi Watches collection to our range. As well as the ever popular Kaj Watch by Karim Rashid there's also the range of colourful Millennium watches for children as well as the Alessi classic Record Watch by Achille Castiglioni. With so many watch designs to choose from in the Alessi range from the contemporary to the classic there really is something for everyone!
The Alessi Officina range expands Wiel Arets collection with a new Coffee.it Electric Espresso Maker - could this be the new century answer to the teasmaid? Tom Kovac has also expanded the collection with the Super Star Bowl and excitingly Zaha Hadid has created a limited edition gold version of her Crevasse Vase.
All are now available to buy now in our Alessi Shop!
Monday, 08 September 2008
Lou Lou Ghost available now
Sizes and prices have now been confirmed and Kartell's new Lou Lou Ghost is now available to order - at a fantastic price of only £58.00! Delivery of Lou Lou Ghost will be towards the end of September. Click the attached link to be taken to the product's page. Lou Lou Ghost
Tuesday, 05 August 2008
Vitra Eames Elephant
Such was the success of the limited edition Eames Plywood Elephant last year that Vitra have launched a polypropylene version for 2008. Available in five colours from September we are currently taking orders for this lovable elephant. Click on this link for full details: Eames Elephant
Saturday, 02 August 2008
Utility Gift Certificates
Stuck for something to buy? Why not a buy a Utility Gift Certificate. Available in many denominations we'll add your own personalised message and send it to your chosen recipient - all for £2.95.
Friday, 01 August 2008
Flos Tab Light by Barber Osgerby
Created by design duo of the moment Edward Barber and Jay Osgerby the Tab Light from Flos brings a fantastically well priced light into the Flos lighting stable for 2008. Available in two sizes - Tab Lamp and Tab Floor Lamp - both comes in three colours - black, blue and white.
Saturday, 02 August 2008
Vita Audio R4
This sleek new music system from Vita Audio has arrived - with a multi format CD player, an iPod dock, USB playback port, DAB/FM radio and auxiliary inputs allied to a powerful amplifier and speaker system this really is hard to beat. All contained in a sleek walnut or glossy white case there's never been a better time to consolidate your audio equipment.
Tuesday, 29 July 2008
Welcome Tatty Devine Jewellery
We've just introduced Tatty Devine jewellery to our gift stores and website. These unique pieces elevate jewellery to art status - and it's all hand made in England! Click on the Tatty Devine Jewellery link to see the collection.
Saturday, 14 June 2008
Liverpool Goes SUPERLAMBANANAS
This weekend sees Liverpool 'Go Superlambananas' with the launch of the trail of 125 Superlambanana decorated by commisioned local artists in conjunction with local businesses and community groups. Spread all over Liverpool and Merseyside the trail will continue until the end of August.
In celebration of this we at Utility have our very own Superlambananas in our Bold Street furniture store. See them on the trail! What's more, to celebrate the trail we have exclusively launched 'Midi Superlambanana' - a scale model of the original made from fibreglass, slightly smaller than the ceramic Mini Superlambanana which is suitable for outdoor use - great for brightening up the garden!
Midi Superlambanana
Monday, 09 June 2008
Lou Lou Ghost is on her way.....
Launched at this year's Milan Furniture Fair was Lou Lou Ghost - the mini version of Philippe Starck's classic Louis Ghost chair from Kartell. Available in a new palette of clear colours and three solid colours Lou Lou Ghost is sure to become as popular for little ones as the iconic Louis Ghost Chair. Watch this space or register with us for further information. As soon as prices and specifications are confirmed we will be taking orders.
Lou Lou Ghost
Thursday, 08 May 2008
Vitra George Nelson Pretzel Chair - Limited Edition
The details of the George Nelson Pretzel Chair by Vitra - an anniversary edition chair have just been released. We are currently taking orders on a first come first served basis for the Pretzel Chair but only 75 have been allocated to the UK - so don't be disappointed!
Pretzel Chair
Monday, 21 April 2008
Utility Exclusive Limited Editions
This year sees the first Design Show Liverpool - a showcase for modern design and bright young talent - at Liverpool's Novas Contemporary Urban Centre from 19-22nd June. As sponsors of the event Utility is the exclusive seller of a limited edition range of plates and mugs from 'People Will Always Need Plates' featuring six of Liverpool's most iconic buildings and structures. These are limited to only 200 of each plate and 500 of each mug so don't be late - these are only available whilst stocks last!
Wednesday, 20 February 2008
ALESSI LOOKS EAST
The Spring/Summer 2008 collection explores further Alessi's links with the National Palace Museum in Taiwan. The monkey theme is developed with a range of accessories including the Banana Boys Bottle Caps, Banana Boys Salt & Pepper Set, a Banana Milk Jug and monkey or Banana Kid Sugar Bowl and Spoon. A range of sushi items includes a Sushi Set, a Lotus Flower Finger Bowl and a Lily Bird Soy Sauce Pot. Further developments include exciting new vibrant colours of the popular Kaj Watch (lime green, blue and red) and miniatures of all their classic designs. Orders are now being taken.
Tuesday, 15 January 2008
New 2008 Products now available!
2008 sees another launch of an exciting range of designs from the leading European manufacturers. From Moooi comes the cute Rabbit Table Lamp and Pig Table/Tray Holder to add to the Horse Floor Lamp of animal based furniture and lighting items. The gorgeous Random Light is now joined by its garlic shaped cousin, the Non Random Light (also available in black and white). Kartell's new Limited Edition Dolce & Gabanna Mademoiselle Chair by Philippe Starck is available at £463.00 but hurry - these are only available whilst stock lasts. Mr. Starck has also launched his Mr.Impossible chair - a fusion of two acrylic shells to create a light and soft egg shaped design perfect for dining rooms, bedrooms - wherever...and the Toobe Light by Ferruccio Laviani is Kartell's first floor light complete with eco credential. These and many more new designs are now available throughout our webstore. Have fun!
Saturday, 17 November 2007
Vitra Launches The Eames White Lounge Chair
There's long been a demand for a white leather version of the Eames classic lounge chair - and here it is. Vitra have introduced a white leather upholstery version of the chair for 2007. With a pigmented walnut veneer shell and an aluminium base this gives an iconic design a soft yet modern twist. As a leading UK Vitra Dealer this new edition to the Eames collection is available to view on line and in store.
Sunday, 04 November 2007
ALESSI AUTUMN COLLECTION NOW IN STOCK
The ALESSI Autumn collection is now in stock. From A DI ALESSI Miriam Mirri's Iglu cheeseboard is a new 'entry level' design at £36.00 and comes available in blue, pink and white. Also from A DI ALESSI is the new range of gorgeous ceramics for Christmas including the 'Presepe' nativity set from Massimo Giacon as well as a snowman, Pinnochio, angels, a santa 'cowboy' and Christmas tree candle holder. A DI ALESSI's 'Chin' family is also expanded with bottle top stoppers, phone charms and keyrings. ALESSI have also lunched a new range of Alessandro corkscrews for their 2007 limited edition collection. At £44.00 these include Angel, Devil, Rockstar, King and Ghost. The home appliance section has also been extended with Wiel Aret's Mix It Hand Blender and the Blow Up range is extended with the Blow Up Wall Clock. This is all now in stock!
Friday, 26 October 2007
WELCOME TO OUR NEWLY DESIGNED WEB STORE
Here at Utility HQ we've been very busy over the past 8 months redesigning our on line store. As well as giving ourselves a fresh new look we've created more user friendly features, introduced a huge range of new designs and supplied more information on each product, with relevent associated products. Over the coming months we'll also be introducing new ranges, especially in the furniture sections and features. We hope you like it - let us know!!!
Wednesday, 18 July 2007
BEST ON LINE SHOPPING EXPERIENCE
This is an email we received from a customer earlier this week. We at Utility HQ are delighted - it makes it all worthwhile!!! "I just wanted to thank you for the best online shopping experience I have ever had! When I placed my order online I had a query and when I called there was a very polite gentleman who said he would call me back, which he did inside three minutes. I had a parcel tracking number within the hour and the goods turned up when promised (today). All the goods in the parcel were exactly what I ordered - brilliant." ML - London NW10
Wednesday, 25 April 2007
LIGHTYEARS AHEAD
We have now introduced the range of lighting from exciting new Danish company Lightyears. This Danish company is only two years old but has already received worldwide acclaim for their inspirational range of lighting. The Caravaggio suspension light was recently featured in Elle Decoration and with its various sizes lends itself to a huge range of interior applications. Also, from Sydney Opera House designer Jorn Utzon, we have the exciting Opera and Concert suspension lights which introduces his classic design features into contemporary lighting. Keep watching for more exciting Lightyears additions.
Wednesday, 20 February 2008
ACME PEN RANGE IN FULL
The full collection of the gorgeous Acme Pens and card cases from ACME STUDIO are now available on line. There are over 80 designs in the ACME STUDIO range - some of which are limited editions. Acme Pens come available as either a rollerball or fountain pen. Each ACME STUDIO design is by or influenced by some of the world's leading architects and product designers (past and present) including Charles & Ray Eames, Frank Lloyd Wright, Eva Zeisel, Cesar Pelli, Antoni Gaudi, Marcel Wanders and Karim Rashid. These gorgeous Acme pens and card cases make great gifts as each comes and once you've had one you'll be hooked as a real collector. Available from £29.95.
Friday, 02 March 2007
NEW ALESSI SPRING 2007 NOW ONLINE
ALESSI have launched their Spring 2007 collection with new items for the A DI ALESSI, ALESSI and ALESSI OFFICINA collections. The 'MR.CHIN' family is a new range of plastic items (egg cups, salt & pepper pots, salt & pepper grinders and kitchen timers) for A DI ALESSI from £13.00 based on oriental figures, all of which are hand decorated. The Blow-Up range is expanded with a much anticipated magazine rack and the ALESSI OFFICINA collection sees the introduction of the Fruit Basket tea set range from Kazoyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa (from £28.00). Developing his 'DESKTOP ARCHITECTURE' Hani Rashid introduces a series of writing intruments - Pencil, Ball Point and Rollerball and the big news this year is the revolution in cooking - the Pasta Pot by Patrick Jouin in conjunction with Alain Ducasse. This is set to change the way we cook pasta forever to an all in one method. Get cooking!
Tuesday, 20 February 2007
VITRA MINIATURES NOW ON LINE
Every fancied a Vitra Miniature Chair? As one of the UK's leading VITRA furniture stockists and dealers we have now introduced the full collection of VITRA MINIATURE CHAIRS on line. These highly collectable miniature versions of classic chair designs pinpoint key departures in chair design history including new manufacturing techniques, experimental use of materials and those designs pushing the boundaries of the conventional chair form. For anyone interested in design and the development of furniture over the last 150 years these VITRA MINIATURE CHAIRS each come in their own gift box complete with a history of the design.
Tuesday, 06 February 2007
LOOKOUT - OUR ON LINE CATALOGUE IS EXPANDING DAILY!
As one of the UK's largest independent KARTELL stockists and dealers with an on line store as well as a bricks and mortar store we are constantly expanding our range to bring the very best of modern European design direct to your door. We now have the full KARTELL catalogue featured on line, including the perennial favourite LOUIS GHOST CHAIR,BOURGIE TABLE LAMPS as well as the new and exciting PANIER SIDE TABLES and SPOON CHAIRS and the classic Componibili Storage Unit. To compliment this you can now purchase the full range of FOSCARINI lighting on line including the excitingly elegant TWIGGY FLOOR LAMP as featured in the March edition of Living etc. As one of the UK's few MOOOI stockists we have also introduced their brave body of work to our on line store. MOOOI is the exciting Dutch company who have introduced us to the classic LIGHT SHADE SHADE Chandelier, as featured in UGLY BETTY, in addition to the enormous HORSE FLOOR LAMP which surely is a must for every racehorse owner! We have also introduced the entire VITRA Furniture range, from George Nelson Clocks and home accessories to EAMES DSR Chairs and the ever popular HANG IT ALL. We've also introduced the highly collectible VITRA DESIGN MUSEUM Vitra Miniatures collection of model chairs. The Tolomeo Lamp range from Artemide remains one of our continual best sellers. Choose from the Tolomeo Standard, Tolomeo Mini, Tolomeo Micro and Tolomeo Mega. Whether its a wall or floor lamp you're looking for there's something in the Tolomeo range for every application. Keep watching for more exciting additions from VITRA, KARTELL, VIPP, ALESSI, ARTEMIDE, FLOS Lighting, B&B Italia and all the major European manufacturers.
Friday, 02 February 2007
UGLY BETTY DOES KARTELL
With Channel 4's exciting new import - Ugly Betty - now on our screens every Friday what better place to see Kartell's exciting range of furniture brought to life? The Ugly Betty set is littered with some of their greatest designs including the Louis Ghost Armchair, the Ploof Sofa and Ploof Chair, La Boheme Stools, Ero(s) Chairs and FL/Y lights. Go on, watch and see...
Thursday, 01 February 2007
THE VITRA POLDER SOFA HAS JUST GOT SMALLER
Exciting news! The VITRA POLDER SOFA is now available in the slightly smaller XS size. This future classic by Hella Jongerius now comes in a 226cm length. A gorgeous and highly practical statement of a piece of furniture the POLDER SOFA is extremely comfortable to sit on - and even better to lie on. As a leading UK Vitra Dealer the Polder Sofa range is available to veiw in line.
Thursday, 09 November 2006
OUR PRESTON STORE IS NOW OPEN
As part of our expansion our new Utility Preston gift store is now open and trading at the beautiful Victorian Miller Arcade. You'll find a wonderful collection of greetings cards, jewellery, watches, A Di Alessi and hundreds of fun and cool gifts for all those hard to buy for people where a thoughtless and boring 3 for 2 chain store gift just won't do! Find us at 9/10 Miller Arcade on Church Street, Tel 01772 889953.
Wednesday, 01 November 2006
INVISIBLE PLAN
'Book lovers rejoice! If you're looking for a bargain way to display your tomes without losing the cool factor, the search is over. The CONCEAL Invisible Shelf, £10.00, by Canadian homeware company Umbra, has a hard back bookshelf that screws into the wall so that the bracket isn't seen. Five stacks on one wall would make a great feature. Literary impact that's functional and fab; buy it from www.utilitydesign.co.uk' Livingetc
Tuesday, 24 October 2006
BUY OF THE WEEK
'The LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN are two of the most famous pieces designed by CHARLES AND RAY EAMES. Created in 1956, the set is acknowledged as a classic in the history of modern furniture and to celebrate the design's 50th anniversary VITRA has teamed up with on line shop Utility to give a free Eames Occasional Table with every purchase of the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Prices start at £4124.00 for the set, which comes in three different coloured wooden backshells and armrests (cherry, black lacquered cherry or santos palisander) and four different coloured leathers (black, blackish brown, brown or white). The offer is on until Jan 15, 2007.www.utilitydesign.co.uk.' Metro
Monday, 09 October 2006
HANI RASHID - ALESSI DESKTOP ARCHITECTURE
The Autumn 2006 collection sees the launch of HANI RASHID'S 'DESKTOP ARCHITECTURE' for ALESSI - a range of uber cool desktop items challenging the more mundane designs of everyday office items we normally take for granted. The range includes the 'SCUP' Desk Organiser, the 'STILA' Paper Knife and the 'TRINA' Pen & Pencil Holder all in stainless steel. To complement the range the 'PARQ' Desk Tray comes in three subtle colours. What's more, with prices starting at just £15.00 for the paper knife this ALESSI range won't break the bank either. Hani Rashid was born in Cairo in 1958 and now lives in New York, where he founded Studio Asymptote in 1988. He is one of the most interesting exponents of the group of young international designers assiciated with 'digital architecture', and the designer of the new ALESSI showroom in New York.
Friday, 01 September 2006
BARKING MAD!
'Puppies are usually adorable, cute and...plastic? No, we haven't gone barking mad, this funky plastic puppy by MAGIS is now available in bright orange from Utility and is certainly setting tongues wagging! The puppy was originally designed as a child's seat but can also be used as a decorative item and given the popularity of the design, it was only a matter of time before this bold new colour option was introduced. The piece was designed by Eero Aarnio for MAGIS and is made from hard polyethylene. It is available in two size, medium prices at £49.00 and large at £63.00. Visit www.utilitydesign.co.uk' Concept For Living
Wednesday, 02 August 2006
I'M A LADY, I LIKE LADIES' THINGS
'Want to brighten up your kome this summer ? Well get a grip of these funky floral tools - perfect for DIY - the womans way! They come in a variety of colours and floral designs and made from high grade steel they ooze professional quality. This stunning range of tools, which includes a hammer at £10, screwdriver at £7.50 and pliers and tape measure at just £6.50, are definately sure to measure up to your expectations. www.utilitydesign.co.uk' Urban Life
Tuesday, 01 August 2006
SHOPPING TRIP TO LIVERPOOL
'Utility - here you'll find the city's best selection of contemporary furniture, lighting and interior accessories. The shop is also a great source of birthday presents. If your overnight bag is already bulging and you think you'll have trouble getting the treats back to your pad, don't sweat it . Just check your diary and arrange to have them delivered.' Happy Magazine
Saturday, 08 July 2006
PLASTIC FANTASTIC
"Continuing this season's craze for bright colours is this funky limited-edition PANTON CHAIR. This chair is perfect for summer days in the garden or for adding a splash of colour indoors. VERNER PANTON designed the chair in 1960, and it was the first fully plastic chair made from a single section. The chair's cantilever base was designed for maximum comfort and the futuristic Panton Chair shape makes it a stylish talking point. Prices at £162.00 and available from www.utilitydesign.co.uk" The Independent
Saturday, 01 July 2006
PUPPY LOVE
"How much is that little doggy on the website? This funky plastic puppy in bright orange is setting people's tongues wagging as a decorative garden item - although it was originally designed be Eero Aarnio for Magis as a child's seat. This abstract puppy is one that cannot be easily hurt and doesn't need feeding as it has been contructed from hard polyethylene. So the puppy works well as an outdoor or indoor object, toy or small stool. Also available in green or white, the puppy is stocked by www.utilitydesign.co.uk and is prices at £49.00 for a medium version and £63.00 for a lerge version" The Independent
Thursday, 01 June 2006
I LOVE THIS SHOP...
'If you're looking for modern furniture, accessories and lighting, you'll find lots of ideas here. The shop is always bright, the staff friendly, and it stocks a wide range of designs by well known names, such as ALESSI, CONRAN and DAVID MELLOR.' Readers Letter, Prima Magazine
Wednesday, 01 March 2000
ALESSI SPLITS INTO THREE
This month sees Italian design company ALESSI split into three and re-categorise its products into three sub sections. Firstly, the A DI ALESSI with its 'top design pop price' trademark includes their most "democratic" and accessible products including the majority of the ALESSI colourful and plastic items. Secondly the dream factory ALESSI collection expresses the best industrial mass productions of their collection both from the point of view of design and production quality. Finally the OFFICINA ALESSI collection includes their most sophisticated, experimental and innovative products, as well as small-scale and limited productions. As one of the UK's leading ALESSI stockists and ALESSI online stockists Utility has access to all A DI ALESSI, ALESSI and OFFICINA ALESSI ranges. We also now have one of the largest on line ALESSI ranges, showing many items not usually shown. What's more, if not available on our website all you have to do is ask and we'll order any item from any of the ALESSI collections if not currently stocked.
Saturday, 01 October 2005
CHARLES GHOST STOOL
"The CHARLES GHOST STOOL is the lastest edition to the Ghost family by designer PHILIPPE STARCK. He has teamed up with Italian manufacturer KARTELL to produce this extra special family of graceful furniture..available from Utility" Concept For Living
Wednesday, 31 August 2005
BIG BROTHER PUPPY
"You can get your very own Big Brother dog from www.utilitydesign.co.uk. It's called Puppy and costs £49.00. You can use it indoor or outdoors, either as a chair or for decoration" Now Magazine
Thursday, 28 July 2005
BIG BROTHER'S LITTLE POOCH
They're suffering from a serious case of puppy love in Liverpool, thanks to those cheeky BIG BROTHER housemates. Fans of the show have noticed a particularly cute feature in the garden. The plastic green puppy which lives near the outdoor pool in the BIG BROTHER house is one of the most sought after design items of the summer...and that's prompted a flood of calls to Utility and visits to the Utility website. Available from £49.00.
Wednesday, 27 July 2005
WHAT'S ON LINE?
OUR ON LINE RANGE INCLUDES ONE OF THE BIGGEST ON LINE ALESSI DESIGNS RANGES IN THE UK FROM THE THREE ALESSI BRANDS - ALESSI, A DI ALESSI AND ALESSI OFFICINA. YOU CAN BUY ONLINE A VAST RANGE OF ALESSI DESIGNS INCLUDING CORKSCREWS, BOTTLE OPENERS, ICE BUCKETS, WINE COOLERS, ESPRESSO MAKERS, CAFETIERES, COFFEE MACHINES, KETTLES, TEAPOTS, STORAGE JARS, KITCHEN ITEMS, COOKWARE, HOME STORAGE, VASES, DECORATIVE ITEMS, MIRRORS, TABLETOP ITEMS, BREAKFAST ITEMS, CHILDREN'S ITEMS, OFFICE ACCESSORIES, THE MICHAEL GRAVES RANGE, HANI RASHID DESKTOP ARCHITECTURE RANGE, THE CACTUS RANGE, ALESSI LIMITED EDITIONS,THE BLOW-UP RANGE,THE GIROTONDO RANGE, THE ANNA RANGE, BATHROOM ACCESSORIES, JUICERS, CAT & DOG BOWLS, ALESSI WATCHES, CLOCKS AND ELECTRICAL ITEMS. Check Our our Alessi UK Shop
With an eye on the contemporary and modern as well as the classic it's now a whole lot easier to shop on our site by category:
Hanging and Pendant Ceiling Lights
Corkscrews and Bar Accessories
Cooking Utensils and Accessories
Coat Racks, Hooks, Magazine Racks & Home Storage
Teapots, Cafetieres, Coffee Makers and Espresso Pots
Fountain, Rollerball & Ballpoint Pens
Scented Candles, Holders & Votives
We are a dealer and stockist of the following brands : ALESSI, ARTEMIDE lighting, ACME STUDIO, ARPER, B&B ITALIA, BESTLITE lighting, E15, DIAMANTINI & DOMENICONI,ETHNICRAFT, FLOS lighting, FRITZ HANSEN, KARTELL, KNOLL STUDIO, LSA GLASS, LA PALMA, LIGHTYEARS, LUCEPLAN, MAGIS, MONDAINE, MOOOI, NAVA, NEWGATE CLOCKS, SANTA & COLE, SPACEFORM, STRING SHELVING, SWEDESE, TATTY DIVINE, TOM DIXON, UMBRA, VITA AUDIO, VITRA furniture and accessories and many more.
