Inga sempé is a French designer who lives and works in Paris, she is a graduate of the Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Création Industrielle (ENSCI) in Paris, and she also took up a scholarship at the Villa Medici, Academie de...
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Featured PostsCharles and Ray Eames - The Chair of the Century
The real Questions are : Does is solve s problem? Is it serviceable? How will it look in ten years? Charles Eames The Eames Story Charles and Ray Eames are the couple that shaped the way we live today. The...
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Designer ProfilesDesigner of the Month – Lucian Randolph Ercolani
Lucian Ercolani (1888-1976) Lucian Randolph Ercolani, otherwise affectionately known as the "Old Man" by his successors, founded Ercol in 1920. An advocate for workmanship, Ercolani had an unrivalled passion for quality and designing furniture built on the ethos of “design...
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Featured PostsUtility Follows : Wouter Kaan
Wouter Kaan Occupation : Graphic DesignerLocation : Rotterdam, Netherlands Everyone has their own journey with design and we often come across people at different stages of theirs. When we started following Wouter Kaan on Instagram back in 2015 we did...
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Featured PostsIntroducing Ercol
Where the past is very present Serving Britain since 1920 Here at Utility, we are thrilled to introduce to you, Ercol. We are delighted to be the only stockist in the North of England, and one of only five stockists...
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InspirationThe Audo | Inside Audo's Latest Creative Destination
The Audo Copenhagen Danish design studio Audo's founding philosophy of collaborative spirit is perfectly reflected in their new project at The Audo, Copenhagen. AUDO : 'Ab Uno Disce Omnes', meaning 'From one, learn all'. The Audo is a neo-baroque residence...
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All StoriesDesigner of the Month - Bodil Kjær
Indoor Outdoor. Exploring the interplay of design and architecture "I’m not the kind of person who goes and sits by the side of the road, smelling the flowers and waiting for great ideas to come to me." Bodil Kjær prefers...
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The Best OfThe Top 10 Floor Lamps to Make a Statement
Make a statement on your home and let the lamp do all the talking Illuminate your life and create ambient lighting within your home or commercial space with Utility Design’s collection of contemporary floor lamps. Our lighting solutions include modern...
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The Best Of10 Coffee Table Books You Can't Live Without
Set your books free and allow them to become just as much of a staple piece as the coffee table they sit on. If you want to rejuvenate your book-scape in time for spring and discover some fresh inspiration then...
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InspirationA Bar Stool Story | The best stools for a modern home
Our favourite bar stools Whether it’s for the kitchen, lounge area or studio space, the bar stool brings a functional yet versatile touch to any room. Whatever colour, style, shape or size you desire, we have a glorious calibre of...
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Featured PostsAt home with Kinto | An introduction to pourover coffee
Brewing Coffee At Home If your experience with coffee to date consists of grabbing a quick on-the-go caffeine fix or guzzling 20 ounces (that's a Venti from your high street coffee shop) whilst rushing to your morning meeting then we're...
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Featured PostsUtility Follows : Davy Dooms
Davy Dooms Occupation : Graphic Designer Location : Antwerp, Belgium Falling in love with multiple interior spaces per week is just part of the job here at Utility. After all, our customers ,and those who share our love of design...
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TrendingGubi Bestlite | A British Bauhaus Legend
100 Years if Bauhaus with Bestlite (Original article by Gubi) 2019 marks the centenary of Bauhaus; a rebellion against tradition that shaped design history like no other modern institution. Bestlite stems from the revolutionary changes that took place in the...
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TrendingWhy rechargeable / portable lamps are the latest interior lifestyle trend
Is this the end of the cabled lamp? Probably not. However, it may well mark the start of a shift away from cables and towards more versatile portable lamps. In 2015 Philippe Starck who was discussing the launch of his...
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Buying GuidesString Shelving Buying Guide - All You Need To Know!
With its distinct Scandinavian appeal, the String Shelving system is loved by designers, architects, and consumers across the world for its simplicity, versatility, and practicality. Designed by Swedish architect Nils Strinning in 1949 the series is now considered a design...
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All StoriesAnglepoise 90 Mini Mini Desk Lamp | Work Where You Like
Anglepoise 90 Mini Mini Desk Lamp The Mini Mini is a USB powered desk lamp with bags of personality. With its petite form the incredibly versatile Anglepoise Mini Mini desk lamp is perfect for students, freelancers and anyone who works...
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Featured PostsEames Fiberglass Chair | Return Of The Original
Eames Fiberglass Chair From Vitra As huge fans of the work of Charles & Ray Eames, we're incredibly excited to announce that the original Eames Fiberglass Chair is being put into production by Vitra and will be available to purchase...
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Inspiration10 Of The Best Modern Designer Coffee Tables
Designer Coffee Tables Like many of our most used daily products, a coffee table is something that you never miss... until you don't have one. The right coffee table design should be perfectly sized to fit your space, offer storage...
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Inspiration15 Iconic Pieces Of Furniture For Design Lovers
Iconic Furniture Designs You Should Know When buying a new outfit you can get away with opting for something 'in vogue' that will be out of fashion next season (at least in terms of cost) but when it comes to...
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All StoriesMuuto Folded Shelf | Product Highlight
Muuto Folded Shelf designed by Johan Van Hengel For those who aren't yet aware, Muuto is a Scandinavian design company that works with leading contemporary designers to create original products with new perspectives. The result is an innovative, aesthetic and...
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Inspiration10 Pinterest Boards For Scandinavian Furniture / Interior Lovers
Fans of Scandinavian furniture & design will love these Pinterest boards If you find yourself inspired by Scandinavian design then trust us, you'll want to follow these Pinterest boards. They've been thoughtfully curated and are being continually updated by interior...
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TrendingWall Murals To Celebrate 100 Years Of Bauhaus
Murals Wallpaper Celebrates The Bauhaus Centenary Established in 1919 by Walter Gropius at Weimer in Germany, Bauhaus was a revolutionary school of art. Whilst it was only in operation for 14 years before being shut down by the National Socialist Party...