If you know a thing or two about fish, or if you’ve seen Finding Nemo, this chair should remind you of those sea creatures that have a light on top of their heads. The chair is particularly ergonomic -illumination comes in really handy fro someone who would like to work or read- and not to mention creative. Here is the contact page in case you would like to order this product online.
I bet your first impression when seeing these was : “What about these bird cages…?” Well, unusual enough, these items are called “music cages” and act as speakers. It is quite a creative idea and we salute it. Visit Nendo for further information and for seeing a lot more cool products.
We would like to present another original item from Foscarini. Designed by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba, a couple of designers and architects currently working in Milano, Fly Fly is a “large but light” hanging lamp, “functional, but not high tech, approachable and original”. The technique used guarantees that the lighting provided by the lamp is homogeneous and the 360° illumination makes it so that every corner in the room gets an equal amount of light. Fly Fly is available in white and orange. For further information or inquiries, you can fill in a contact form here. – via Daily Icon
So you’ve decided you want to take your love of design and spend your time building an interior design career. But before you take on any project as an interior designer, there is some basic information you should know before you begin your exciting, creative and personally rewarding career.
What You’ll Need to Learn
Becoming an interior designer is more than just using your artistic flair to decorate a space with the right furniture and accessories. Yes it’s true that interior designers are experts in choosing the appropriate color palettes, fabrics, furniture and other decorative elements of a space, but they are also well-versed in architectural elements, like lighting and other built-in units, and must know how to read blueprints, be able to do manual and CAD drafting, and be aware of a building’s safety and fire codes, along with federal, state and local design codes. Interior designers often work very closely with electricians, carpenters, and other contractors on the worksite. If you choose to become an interior designer, you must learn how to capture the preferred style of your client, enhance the space’s functionality, and make it visually pleasing, no matter what kind of space it is. For instance, various projects may includes ones that are similar to a lobby of an office building in New York City, a large cottage-style house in the suburbs, or even one of the modern Bellevue apartments (URL: http://www.avaloncommunities.com/Pacific-NW/Avalon-Bellevue) in the growing city. Also, keep in mind that there are many creative and talented people attracted to this field so learn your specialties and work hard to develop your skills the best that you can.
Beginning an Education
Interior designers must have post secondary education. There are two- or three-year training programs that reward certificates or associate degrees in interior design which can help you become an assistant to an interior designer after graduation. You can also get a bachelors degree, which is recommended for most professionals, and go on to a formal design apprenticeship program. First, check with the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and The Council for Interior Design Accreditation for accredited institutions that award degrees in interior design. After completing formal training, you’ll have to enroll in a one- to three-year apprenticeship program and get some hands-on experience before taking a licensing exam administered by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification. Depending on your state, you’ll be a certified, registered or licensed interior designer. Make sure to pay attention and be aware of all state requirements regarding your education in interior design programs.
Get a Mentor
Starting a career at first can be overwhelming, especially when there is a lot of specific post secondary education involved like the field of interior design is. It may be very helpful to your future career and current well-being to find a knowledgeable mentor to guide you along the process. If you can, try to look for a professional who works on the kinds of spaces you are most interesting in, such as retail, hospitality, residential, or kitchens and baths, and so forth. Look into your school and some interior design associations, which may be able to link you with a participating professional. Are there any special design events or networking events in your area? Keep a lookout for those kinds of opportunities to meet people already in the field. You may make some very worth while connections.
These elegant and classy bookshelves come from Hülsta and can be ordered online here. Made out of walnut and with a white or black high-gloss laquer finish, these pieces of furniture will become the focal point in any room. They are also quite spacious (size: 115.2 x 36.6 x 35.3 cm) so this is a happy situation in design where fashion meets function.
These metal flower patterns come from Flora and could be the solution for your outdoor floral arrangements. With an interesting look, they are sure to bring an improvement and to help you with your garden decorating. Here is where you can check out more models and get in contact with the designer for ordering this product.
These Ceiling pendant lamps are manufactured in China and can be purchased online at Global Market. You will notice how the design and also the colors are an imprint of the Chinese culture. The lamps work on LEDS (1.15W High Power or 1.25W High Power respectively). For more information on this product, you can visit this web page.
These interesting sinks come from Amin Design, a “fresh and young team that strives for excellence in Design”. Suitable for the girls’ bathroom, the sinks bring a touch of femininity.Their unique shape could really bring an improvement to your bathroom. You can chose to buy a single vessel, but they truly look better when they are in pairs.
via Fresh Home
This is an interesting and really funny design idea from Dominic Wilcox.
It is a doorbell concept that seems to know everything about your visitors, even details such as their weight and age.
This naughty doorbell is only a concept and it was meant as a joke, but you never know when something like this will appear on the market.
via Unplggd
There’s really no telling on how the kids will react when seeing this chair. It is very possible that they will try to hide under it or turn it upside down in the most creative ways. However, his chair was especially designed to store books so perhaps if the children are being explained what the chair is for, their chances of learning something due to this chair will increase.
via The Design Blog
