DesignBreak

Studio Armadillo | Folding Ceramics

designbreak — Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:37:48 +0000

I really do love supporting kickstarter campaigns by Israeli designer. I mean, duh!
That’s why when Studio Armadillo shared with me it’s Time Fold project I knew I had to spread the world. Not too many Israeli designers care to design Judaica and yet, Hadas Kruk and Anat Stein, the two behind the Armadillo are excited about their new contemporary Judaica journey and as you probably figured out, a kickstarter campaign is involved. And so, if you are into origami turned to ceramic candlesticks, vases, Hanukah Menorahs and mezuzas, follow the link and show your love.
www.studioarmadillo.com

A Typographer in The Making | Take Fourteen

designbreak — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 20:19:43 +0000

While Liron took some time off from her regular A Typographer in The Making postings, she was away on a vacation in her homeland aka Israel.
After reading it all I’m not sure if it was much of a vacation or a marathon, but either way it looks like she enjoyed some of my very own favorite parts of Israel which are: the sun, the beach, summer fruits and the FOOD!
It almost feels like I miss Israel but it’s only been five months so far… Oh well.
Back to reality, Liron has a Typeface to finish and the clock is ticking. I’m super anxious but will have to wait for the big reveal.
{Photos by Liron Lavi Turkenich}

It’s all about timing. That’s what everyone says. It couldn’t have been further away from my life in the past two weeks. Three important weddings were the official reason for flying to Israel for a visit. The days filling up quickly with visiting five new babies, birthday and bachelorette parties, endless eating, family and friends. And heat. Being shocked with the need to turn on the AC after the past 10 month in cold UK. The beach. Summer dresses after storing my coat in the closet- to be left alone in the dark during the visit. No use for it now. Looking at my work participating in a great book cover exhibition while eating a Popsicle and grapes. Just missing out on another exhibition that I took part in. Staying at my parents house like a guest, something I’ve never done before. Who have imagined that at some point I could not even imagine me eating anymore???. Completely food overdosed. Enormous quantities of Vaniglia ice cream. So many feelings. A strong one is guilt. While being with friends and family- guilty for not Typefacing. When Typefacing- it’s the other way around. Israeli cottage cheese with tomatoes once again proves as the best food in the world when coming from across the sea.
Back to the UK in a super bumpy flight. My half is still in Israel for two more weddings and I am back for full power Typefacing before the approaching submission date. Moments that sitting on the sofa staring at the walls seems like a better alternative to Typefaceing. Other times when eyes are closing late at night, fixing just one more glyph before going to bed is similar to taking just one more piece of chocolate- uncontrolled action. It’s an on & off switch that should now be more on ON and stay like that for the next week.
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{Don’t miss Liron’s Reading Calling and A Typographer in The Making}

Sharon Sides | STUMPS. The Next Generation

designbreak — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:22:09 +0000

There were three: the Flor Chair, the Doo Chair and the Echo Chair. And now, almost a year later, you can see the extended family. Last year I had a One on One Break with Sharon Sides, where she shared with me the story behind her graduate project aka STUMPS (which deals with the transference of images from nature to design projects using technology). I still remember how blown away I was by her mad talent and so… I’m super excited to share with you the next developments aka stools, coffee tables and of course chairs. I do wonder what will be Sharon’s next step but I’m pretty sure it’s going to be massive. Yep, I trust her that much.
www.sharonsides.com

My San Francisco Break | The Foodie in Me and I

designbreak — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 22:27:03 +0000

I’ve been super busy with the re-design of DesignBreak that the weeks just flew by, but I sure managed to treat myself! I guess you can say that I re-discovered hot chocolate all over again thanks to the people at Chocolate Lab and Craftsman & Wolves. Talking about being a foodie, I also ate the most amazing Vietnamese chicken salad sandwich at Bar Tartine. It was soooo good! Other than eat I managed to explore the Academy Of Art 2013 Spring Show (I loved their Ceramic exhibition the most!) and just after that ate one brilliant veggie burger atUmami Burger oh and I saw the Fela! Musical, which was so much fun!
{Photos by Me}

Liza Arjuan | Into an Insect Structure

designbreak — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 17:43:26 +0000

Insects aren’t the most lovable creatures alive, I’m sure we all feel that way. So, when Liza Arjuan told me that her brand new collection was inspired by the physical structure of insects (aka arthropods), I wasn’t too sure what to expect. But being familiar with Liza’s bold aesthetics, I was sure I wouldn’t be disappointed. In her Art-Ropoda collection, Liza was guided by three characteristics: a segmented body, an exoskeleton and jointed appendages. Would you wear insect like jewelry? I know my answer to this one ;)
{Phots by Michael Topyol}
You can get in touch with Liza at:
liza {at} queenlizabeth {dot} com

Shopping Break | Is It a Bottle Opener Or Maybe a Pretty Brooch?

designbreak — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:20:05 +0000

I’m not really familiar with bottle openers, since I’m not much of a drinker BUT I can change my ways in a split of a second for this oh-so-beautiful Crest Bottle Opener.
The honest truth is that I would buy it myself only to turn it into the radest brooch.
If you are one of those who loves their evening beer (I know quite a few of those), you definitely add this or this or even this to your home beverage cart.
And on that note… cheers, my breakers!