CO9

Where is the line between Jenger & Architecture?

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Cumulus

Cloudy with sunny spells

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They come in various shapes and colours, fleet between rain and shine being swept along by the high altitude breaths of mother nature. The CO9 cloud is ready to be swept along again. It is great to be back just in time for the run up to Christmas and our apologies for depriving you of tasteful objects of desire and art for this long.

Must you know who your narrator is? Well, in Greek Mythology the gods of the sky and weather were named "Theoi Ouranioi" or "Theoi Ouranioi". This is too dramatic, although they were under the command of Zeus and Hera, which make fantastic names for pets; but not a blogger. The time taken to write this blog should be ample time to decide.

The cloud is about a passion for originality and the hope of imagination. The escapism to be absorbed from entertaining an idea in your mind then translating it into reality remains romantic. We are all different and so are our idea's.

Smart Cloud Light

Perhaps it is fitting then, to kick things off with this "smart cloud light" by Jeremy Crane spotted on www.Fancy.com. It is an interactive cloud light that responds to music, motion, light and flashing lightning. It mimics a thundercloud in both appearance and entertainment. Using motion sensors the cloud detects a user's presence and creates a unique lightning and thunder show controlled by their movement. The display is potentially far greater than this illustration gives credit for and unfortunately there is no you tube link. The system features a powerful speaker from which the user can stream music via any Bluetooth compatible device. The sound of thunder was always a favourite of mine.

Jeremy is a techstartup company owner based in Los Angeles specialising in voice recognition technology called "ivee". Check out his site! www.helloivee.com.

Cumulus

Sticks and Tones by Josh Griffin

2012-09-02T13:47:00.003+01:00

'Sticks and Tones' is a three piece storage range made from cast aluminium and birch ply, by recent graduate, Josh Griffin. Inspired by the Surrealist art movement of the 1900's they cross the boundaries between art and design, offering a playful approach to the question, 'Form or function?'. Josh Griffin graduated in Furniture & Product Design from the University of Sheffield this summer.

Josh will be exhibiting at this year's Great Northern Contemporary Craft Fair at Spinningfields between 4 - 7th October 2012.

'Parrots' series by Andy Ward

2012-09-01T17:41:00.001+01:00

"Major Mitchell's Cockatoo" (c) Andy Ward

We first spotted Andy's work whilst browsing the brilliant A Little Bit Of Art for some new prints.

Andy Ward is a British illustrator and animator whose work has ordained many weird and wonderful objects from aeroplanes to buses, record covers to handbags and bikinis.

"Scarlet Macaw" (c) Andy Ward

"Black Headed Caique" (c) Andy Ward

A number of his limited edition prints, including this brilliant series of Parrots as part of his Natural History Project, are available over on A Little Bit Of Art - Andy Ward

Twitter Tights

2012-08-31T18:29:00.000+01:00

Taking the Twitter addiction a bit far? Can't decide if I love or hate these !? Comments please x

Grobot Planters from Modern Artisans

2012-08-11T17:06:00.002+01:00

We just love this cute little chappy, he'd make a welcome edition to our garden patio any day! The Grobot Planter is available from Modern Artisans "Artful living for home, garden and soul"!

Images (c) Modern Artisans

The Ruby Rocking Chair

2012-08-11T15:56:00.002+01:00

Designed to resemble and comfort the human body, the Ruby Rocking Chair includes water-filled “smart pillows” to cushion the back and bottom.

The chair’s designer, Pouyan Mokhtarani, claims that sitting in it will make you feel like you can rule the world! Well he has certainly pushed the boundaries when it comes to designing a royal throne!

Spiderman Table by Metallic Creations

2012-08-11T15:46:00.000+01:00

Metallic Creations produce environmentally friendly works of art from 100% recycled automotive, domestic and industrial scrap metal components.

Whilst most pieces are ornamental they can also make furniture such as coffee and dining tables. We want a Spiderman Coffee Table for home!

Image (c) Metallic Creations

Different but very British takes on the Olympic Rings

2012-08-11T15:27:00.003+01:00

Image (c) Paul Capon / Society6

Spotted over on Society6 , this truly British take on the Olympic Rings is by artist Paul Capon. Mixture of digital collage and hand drawn / painted detail.

By complete contrast is an equally British piece, "100 meter dash" by Street Artist, Criminal Chalkist - Stokes Croft Bristol, 2011.

Cool Climbing Wall, Tokyo by Nendo

2012-07-15T15:39:00.001+01:00

Situated in ILLOIHA fitness club in Tokyo, Japan is this awesome climbing wall designed by Nendo

Wood and Glass Tables by John Houshmand

2012-07-15T13:25:00.001+01:00

We recently discovered these beautiful glass and wood tables by artist John Houshmand. His furniture is simply stunning, we'll let the examples shown here speak for themselves...

Images (c) John Houshman

Share a BBQ with the neighbours!

2012-07-09T19:05:00.000+01:00

The Buurbecue by Amsterdam Design company, Natwerk, is a novel way to share some time with your neighbours!

Big Bang Suspension by Foscarini

2012-07-08T20:00:00.003+01:00

Foscarini have been designing contemporary lighting from their headquarters in Venice for decades. These "Big Bang" suspension lights are a work of art.

Anish Kapoor at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park

2012-06-16T14:17:00.001+01:00

We are very excited about heading down to the Yorkshire Sculpture Park tomorrow to check out "Flashback" by British artist, Anish Kapoor. This exhibition runs from 16th June - 4th November 2012.

Kapoor has achieved international acclaim for his sensual and beguiling sculptures created using pigment, stone, stainless steel and wax, and his work is represented in major exhibitions, collections and public spaces across the globe.

We'll be sure to let you know what we think when we get back tomorrow night and will hopefully have a few photographs of our own to show you too.

Sexy Him and Her Chairs

2012-05-11T20:20:00.001+01:00

These gorgeous chairs are one of the items on the brilliant Fab.com today. The sexy Him and Her Chairs are by designer Fabio Novembre, who was inspired by the iconic Panton chair, and were created for Italian Furniture House Casamania.

Iron Legacy by N. C. Winters

2012-05-07T21:32:00.002+01:00

Iron legacy (c) N. C. Winters

Revealed to the world on May 3rd, check out the latest wonder by the legendary artist N. C. Winters. "Iron Legacy" was for a new exhibition at Gallery 1988 this weekend celebrating the release of brilliant new film (we saw it today) Avengers Assemble!

Odyssey Writing Desk

2012-05-06T18:20:00.000+01:00

Spied over on Graham and Green, we love this "Odyssey Writing Desk", based on a 1940's Italian Design.

There's also a console table and a chair available in the range - the writing desk is currently out of stock but we think its one worth waiting for!

Monkey Magic by Risk for Urban Art Gallery

2012-05-06T12:03:00.004+01:00

"Monkey Magic", by Midlands graffiti artist "Risk", is the fourth in a series of six, exclusively available over at The Urban Art Gallery

Image (c) The Urban Art Gallery

Protector of the woods by Jasmine Mercer

2012-05-05T20:41:00.000+01:00

Protector of the woods (c) Jasmine Mercer

Our find of the day!

To see more of Jasmine's work, please visit her site HERE

The coolest kid's pedal planes!

2012-05-05T17:07:00.001+01:00

Oh to be a child with rich parents!

Pencil Sharpener Desk Tidy

2012-05-05T14:50:00.000+01:00

We know a man who would love this Pencil Sharpener Desk Tidy by "All things Brighton Beautiful"

via Not on the High Street

Black + Blum Hot Pot Herb BBQ

2012-05-05T14:39:00.000+01:00

Black + Blum have created your bbq and herb-garden in one! "It looks like a terracotta pot, but conceals a bbq grill underneath. Grow your herbs on the top to season the food you cook on the grill. It is ideal for small terraces or balconies and even looks good when not in use."

Spray Paint Socialite by Tanina Jackson

2012-05-05T14:15:00.000+01:00

Spray Paint Socialite (c) Tanina Jackson

Whilst browsing for a new painting, we came across the work of the fabulous American artist, Tanina Jackson.

Tanina's work is inspired by strong women and the blurred lines between fashion and art.

To visit Tanina's site, please click HERE

MyMimi Cushions - Floppy Disc, Cassette Tape and BoomBox!

2012-05-04T20:38:00.000+01:00

Floppy Disc Cushion

We discovered MyMimi over on Etsy and had to share this cool range of handmade geekery cushions with you!

Cassette Tape Cushion

Please check more of MyMimi's cushions HERE

BoomBox Cushion

Images (c) MyMimi

Ugly Fruit Carvings

2012-05-04T19:54:00.003+01:00

Nothing more entertaining than the odd bit of fruit carving!