Posts Tagged ‘furniture’

salvaged redefined

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009

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Located in Berlin, Schubladen does some incredible things with old drawers from dressers, filing cabinets, etc.  The studio makes new pieces (big and small) designed with drawers salvaged from furniture that obviously would have ended up in the landfill.

The conspicuous disparity between the scarred and weathered wood, and the pristine cabinets is marvelous.  I’m tempted to hunt for a stock piece of furniture with open shelving that I could try to retrofit.

You can visit the SchubLaden site to view more of their work.  FYI, SchubLaden is the German word for “pigeonhole”.  An apt name, isn’t it? – Terri

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wall mounted cat bed

Tuesday, July 14th, 2009

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If we had a cat, we might have to consider these bentwood beds made by Akemi Tanaka in Brooklyn, NY.  Designed with a curving shape for comfort and security, they’re an attractive (albeit a little pricey) alternative that blends in with your decor while giving your feline a nice place to curl-up.

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Each holds up to 35 lbs., and is available in maple or walnut veneer with a selection of fabric options for the removable cushion covers.  Although it states that the beds are also appropriate for small dogs, our chihuahua Toby would loudly disagree.

Akemi is selling these online through the Supermarket, an online website that allows designers and craftsmen to market their products directly to the public. – Terri

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revision tables

Tuesday, July 14th, 2009

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Designed by teens in Boston’s Artists for Humanity mentor program, ReVision tables are made with reclaimed junk mail and magazines.  In accordance with their goal to create a green furniture line, the surfaces are finished with a no-voc eco-friendly resin.

Equally important is the AFH’s mission “to bridge economic, racial and social divisions by providing urban youth with the keys to self-sufficiency through paid employment in the arts.  Teen artists are mentored in visual arts, market their artistic products and creative services to the public, and are exposed to the benefits of sustainable living through their work in the AFH EpiCenter”.

The tables are available for sale online at the AFH.  I also believe they can create custom pieces with your personal stash.  Great idea.  Worthy cause.  You can check out more styles here. – Terri

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