Designitalia - Design and lifestyle

Master of times

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 07:03:38 PST

THE EVERGREENS...

The evergreens....objects, personal accessories, colors, foods ..things that lasts through the years and keep accompanying our days through the future. Things that people like us invented, things that were born from an idea, a dream, a passion or just a simple bright ray of light in our mind. Things that are reinvented, revisited, reimagined but still keep their old fascinating style and core purpose.

We got one of these precious things: Forest.

Forest represents the past and the future in a sole combination of modern design and classic style. It is a precious cuckoo clock, part of our cuckoo collection which still impress and enchant with its design, reminding the classic old style cuckoo of our grand parents homes. When customers look at Forest they immediately smile and tell us about their grand grand parents old houses and storytellings. They remember these old big loud wooden cuckoos hanging on the walls that almost scared these little kids.

Forest keeps these memories alive and put a thin connection line between traditions and modernity, past and present, carefree days of youth and busy working days of our adult life.

So give back a piece of that past throught this wonderful gift, to your parents, or grand parents, relatives or just friends.

Events: Living, the Italian house in Soho

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 07:17:44 PST

Momentoitalia is glad to invite all our friends, family and collegues to this nice cheerful event called "LIVING The Italian House in Soho" . From October 27th to December 20th New York will become the center of attention of the Italian design and lifestyle through this amazing exposition of Italian furniture products.

Organized by the Lombardy Region and Milan Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Italian Consulate and the Institute of Culture in New York, the goal is to promote the furniture design and quality of the Lombardy Region of Italy. Lombardy, which hold Milan as its Capital is the place for design, style and fashion. Here all the best Italian furniture companies, fashion designers and luxury brands escalate the fame and success which let them become symbols of luxury worldwide.

The exhibition will take place at 172 Mercer Street at Houston Street in New York City, from October 27th to December 20th , 2008. This location is also known as Soho, the artistic and trendy location for shop addiction, cultural inspiration and social life.

This event aim to recreate 5 living spaces of a typical Italian modern design house including bedroom, kitchen, dining room, office and entertainment room, spa and bathroom. Through this exhibition 40 Italian companies, new and well established in USA, will have the chance to meet directly with New Yorkers and interact with them through a series of events related to business and pleasures. There will beseminars every Tuesdays at 6pm where you can get real into Italian design and discuss about it, there will movies showing on wednesdays and opening cocktails.

Designitalia has taken a strong part at this event by exhibiting some of its most successfull products. You can learn more about them by contact CGS GROUP Designitalia at 212 366 1777 or logging into http://www.momentoitalia.com/ . If you are an architectural firm, contractor, designer or developers please contact to schedule an appointment at the Living location or at our studio-showroom in Chelsea, New York, where you will have the chance to review more products, all catalogs, fabrics and leather selections , wood finishes.

AND REMEMBER, ALTHOUGH LIVING MAY BE A TEMPORARY EXHIBITION, WE ARE NOTHING MORE THAN PERMANENT !!!!

CGS Group Designitalia is a leading distributor company for some of the most successfull Italian furniture companies. We operate since 1988 and we plan to go nowhere.

Print our invitation and download the event catalog . To get more info log into http://www.momentoitalia.com/ and learn about our exciting furniture products ! Only made in Italy.

Check back soon to get pictures of the event!

You will meet the the Albero cuckoo clock at Living! Most successfull gift idea of 2008 this made in Italy cuckoo clock features a German cuckoo system, it stays quiet at night and will completely surprise when given as a gift! See it at Living event 172 Mercer Street New York.

Web code: SB 58 See this wonderful armchair at Living event. Perfect for residential homes, hotels or waiting areas, this armchair express its retro look in a modern new concept. Superior quality leather.

Web code SB 55. See this amazing swivel armchair at Living event. For your hotel projects, your living room or bedroom seating area this armchair features a swivel base and a curved wood back finished walnut cherry or wenge. Also available in high tech aluminum. Gorgeous Design.

Web code BB 74 . Certainly the most requested bed of 2008 it has a light minimalistic design with luxury details such as the high gloss lacquer finish, the reclinable leather upholstered cushions and the nice practical side shelves and side tables. See this bed and its matching chest of drawers at Living event, 172 Mercer Street from Oct 27th to December 20th 2008

It all comes back to nature

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 11:48:59 PDT

Relaxation comes from peace of mind. We achieve relaxation through traditional and modern techniques and behaviour. To get rid of stress, tension and pressure we surround orselves with beautiful things which help us ease....we found comfort in essential oils, new age cds, incense,cruelty free body balms, green home cleaning products,organic clothings, eco furniture and wholesome foods. We go back to natural, we go back to simplicity.

Now you are going to add another tool to this bliss world of yours, a new companion, somebody who can make you smile, a simple object with simple function and design .

Albero is going to be your new companion....he will spell the time with its etereal singing, he will lower its voice if you feel tired or sing it out loud when you need to be cheered up, he will stay quiet at night when you need your deep sleep, and he will welcome and entertain your guests whenever they will step into your home.

Albero is elegant and fun, Albero can become the perfect gift for your lover or for your friends. He can adapt in every angle of your home, he can find a corner on a wall or sits on your desk, in your bedroom or in your kitchen.

Albero is the perfect clock, albero is your friend.

Design by Paolino & Fusi and made exclusively in Italy, the Albero cuckoo clock represents the most exclusive gift idea for the upcoming holidays, for a birthday gift, for your friends or collegues. Albero is famous, it has been published on several design magazines, and wherever it goes it is always remembered. Albero is your new modern cuckoo clock.

Sizes: 16" width - 12" height - 4 " depth

ebonized wood with orange tree design or wenge wood with white tree design

quartz movement

Your can get more info about this modern cuckoo clock at http://www.momentoitalia.com/ the website for modern Italian furniture and accessories.

Modern italian furniture..what's behind?

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:00:24 PDT

When you think about Italian furniture you think about quality, design and elegance. And you definitely know that's gonna cost you a high amount of money to furnish your flat. Is this really worth it? Well, we all have to agree it is. Italy has an ancient history and long tradition in the furniture industry and some Italian companies have become an icon and almost a lifestyle guru for some designaholic people throughout the world. . But where does the best craftmanship and design exactly come from ?

Northern Italy, Milan and its sorroundings are well known to be the heart of furniture and design. The International furniture show held in Milan every year attracts millions of retailers,designers and private customers from all over the world. From this small area leaves thousands of furniture pieces every year.

Like fashion, its all about materials, experiences and taste. Let's take a modern Italian sofa as example.

The working procedures applied to the production of an upholstery product still respect handicraftsman rules; this guarantees care in the choice of the materials and during the manufacturing process, and these materials are always carefully checked by skilled employees. Even the selection of wood is made by expert artisans who know perfectly the material and its characteristics. The result can be admired in the quality of the details and it can be tested in the lasting life of the structures.

Nowadays, to maintain unchanged the natural characteristics of leather, the tanneries use advanced technology, however cutting and seaming still require a highly specialised manual labour. In the past decades, the manufacturing of a sofa was guaranteed by the experience and skill of upholsterers, and this is still going on today; the fabrics used are seamed following a handwork procedure, essential to protect the product from any kind of imperfection.Only a careful check during the production guarantees the highest possible quality level.

The frame is the fundamental structure of any upholstered furniture and as such needs to be of excellent quality. Most of the frames are constructed from solid wood (pine and beech being most typical), however for some models, the strength is increased further by the use of a metal frame. Using such materials ensures the structure is solid, functional and durable.
The wooden frames are covered in moulded polyurethane foam and then a textile called ‘adhesive velveteen’ – a double thickness velvet, particularly suitable for attaching to the Velcro sewn on the inside edge of the covers, which are entirely removable.

The metal structure is also enclosed in cold, formed polyurethane. To ensure the best quality, it is essential that the right technical planning principle is employed. A perfect system of joints and connections incorporated within the component elements of the frame stops the furniture distorting or coming apart; a problem that is associated with a long period of usage. The different elements are later glued and reinforced with metal joints.

The inclusion of plastic straps early in the design stage is vital to ensure the best performance when it comes to comfort and general use of upholstered furniture. The correct ‘give’ in the elastic straps, coupled with the padding is necessary in order to achieve the correct support and elasticity in the seat area. The straps are fixed directly to the frame. The correct tension for each model is determined using special machinery; a process which avoids the occurrence of sagging or collapsing of the padding at a later date.

While springs are no longer used in the bases of the upholstered furniture, some items have a system in the back, which is realised using cross springs and elastic strips. Each model is assessed independently according to its technical needs and the back then structured accordingly.

Wooden based structures are covered in a high-density polyurethane foam, which is applied in carefully shaped pieces. This is then covered with polyester fibre with adhesive velveteen and is in turn covered finally in fabric or leather.In case of a metal structure this is padded with cold moulded polyurethane foam and then covered in the same way as the wooden structures – ie with polyester fibre and adhesive velveteen before being finally covered in fabric or leather

Seat and backrest cushions are available in polyurethane or feather and are designed to withstand frequent use without losing their structure, and also importantly for comfort.
Polyurethane cushions: These are constructed in different densities depending on where the cushion is to be placed (eg on the back or seat) and covered in a fibre cover (again which can be made in different densities). Importantly, the most inner parts of the cushion are shaped, rather than being given a specific form only once they have been covered in fibre. This ensures that the cushions will keep their support and not lose their shape over time.

The feather cushions have the same polyurethane middle, but the fibre wrap is replaced with a feather layer. It should be noted, that the very nature of using feathers will mean that the furniture will change/evolve with use. The first phase will see a slight reduction in thickness as the item changes status to unused to used. The second phase manifests itself after a long period of use and the user can expect to see a maximum of 10 – 15% reduction in thickness compared to the polyurethanes.

The fibre covers on the polyurethane are made from plastic materials produced through polycondensation. In turn, this fibre is covered with cotton cloth. The feather cushions are covered specifically with a tight-weave cloth to ensure that feathers do not ‘leak’ through the final fabric cover.

Feet are either metal or wood. Each foot has a rubber underfoot to soften the contact with the floor.

And what about the cover? That represents the final look and you may choose among beautiful modern design fabrics or soft exclusive quality leathers. Leather is generally coming from European calves which live an optimum free life style. The fences surrounding their fields are made of low-tension cables and not barbed wire, thus reducing the likelihood of cuts and abrasions which can reduce the quality and value of the leather.

Before the leather is tanned it is ‘broken’ ie cut horizontally into two layers. The top layer (nearest the coat) is premium quality. The layer below, known as the crust is less valuable and may be subjected to further treatments, depending on the quality. The top layer does not require further treatment and is supplied in its original structural form.

The leathers are usually tanned using chrome salts – a system that gives the leather better elasticity and waterproofing - and then dye is applied. This involves immersing the leathers in drums containing a very low percentage solution of aniline. In this way, the dye seeps into the fibres of the leather, turning it to the desired colour, but not damaging the appearance of the natural grain. This system also means that the natural ‘weathering’ of the leather remains apparent – eg little wrinkles and marks that appeared on the animals skin during its lifetime can still be seen - further testimony to the genuine and natural quality of the product.

Fabrics follow the latest trends in terms of colors and textures. This can transform any couch appearance and give it a whole new identity. Choosing a fabric for a sofa is as important as choosing clothes! The collections continually evolves in order to meet changing tastes and fashions. The range may be varied but the quality is always extremely high. Each fabric is supplied with technical information clearly describing the composition, washing instructions and performance features – eg pilling, resistance, etc. The breadth of the fabric collection combined with the range of furniture items available ensures that there are always suitable fabric choices for every model.

informations and pictures courtesy of Seven.

New York International gift fair

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:18:31 PDT

From August 16th to the 21st the New York International gift fair is taking place at the Jacob Javitz center. An explosion of colors and different materials used to create classic and eclectic gadgeds, gifts, note cards, jewelry and home accessories.

Well the fair is quiet changed since the golden years where busy crowd marched into the small hallways and you would struggle pushing back people just to get your way. The economy warned us on the low, and now we see the results. A pretty quiet fair i would say. Our friends and collegues acknowledge the situation with the hope that good times will be back soon.

In the meantime, enjoy the nice funny things we have seen during our visit.

Paper display screens and separation panels. Different colors and sizes if you need an inexpensive way to get back your privacy this may help!

"Terrorist teapot" for a killing tea time adventure!

How could a girl stick with such a lamp?

Rubber radio, a shock free experience...

Plastic waterproofing outfit, made of 25% recycling material and completely recyclable...well not the latest fashion design jacket but...aren't we all worried about our environment?

I would leave the first hand aside....not a very warm welcome!

I love bird houses! oh wait...is it a bird house?

TO BE CONTINUED........................

Revive your wall with a splash of design!

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:20:36 PDT

Decorating may be a tough job. Yet it is soooo easy for some people to find the perfect wall art, the right frame or a gorgeous wall paper. Sometimes, we found objects we love but unfortunately they are just not right for our decor projects.

The Rnd time wall clock is a gorgeous object of design who's been published on the best design magazine worldwide, featured in the Moma collection and sold by the best design accessories stores in the USA.

Manufactured by an Italian company and designed by an Italian architect, the Rnd time wall clock has centered the idea of creativity,functionality, beauty and fun. Somebody have tried to copy it, but the original is this one and this only. A wall clock you can arrange on your wall following your own imagination, your own design layout. It is made by 13 square plastic cubes, available in a white or black color with contrasting colors numbers, lightweight and easy to hang.

Each cube measures 2.5 inches and has numbers on a contrasting color stamped-like and easy to read. You can fit it in small wall spaces or arrange them to create dramatic layouts. You can use it in the kitchen, living room, any area of your house and it will just look right.

This beautiful clock represents also a nice gift idea. Buy it for your holidays gifts and birthdays gifts . Find it at

modern italian furniture and accessories http://www.momentoitalia.com/

or http://www.italiandesigngifts.com/ modern design gifts ideas and accessories.

Sometimes it may seems just vase....

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:22:09 PDT

How many of you use to forget the importance of home decorating accessories? A single piece can do the difference. You do think they are all the same. Are they? While you can have several good looking pieces that look ohh sooo cheap, you can hit the pint with a single decor piece which is rich, elegant and precious.

Therefore it may not be just a bowl or a vase, something deeper can be hidden behind that sparkling key holder, ashtray or flower vase.

If crystalline and enamel are applied, precious metal or lacquer applications are used, and colouring and wax finishes define the beauty of a piece you are certainly facing the crude reality that you get what you pay for.

All these rich and complicating processes are used for this collection of modern home decor accessories. Created by one of the bravest Italian designer, Ms Tiziana Menozzi who own a famous design accessories store in the heart of Bologna, Italy. Artistic bowls, vases and lighting created by using a special casting technique and exclusively hand finished.

But let's goo deeper into production techniques. After casting, each piece is left to dry for around 7 hours and then fired for 10-12 hours at a temperature of 1015 celsius. Once this process is completed the piece is ready for more work. Any small imperfection is removed in order to make the object ready for the colouring phase. This phase may involve a process called "cold coloring" or hot coloring. The hot coloring technique is used for objects which requires to be fired into the kiln extra time and especially used for vases who need to be inside waterproof or objects with glaze and metal finishes that required a third firing process: gold copper or silver.
The metal application is just an art. During firing, the molten metal is carefully applied with a brush, and then ready to go in the kiln for another 10 hours at 650 celsious degrees. After firing the object is polished and coated to highlight the color differences that represent a characteristic of the object itself.

The secret in being nice....and smart!

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Sun, 22 Jun 2008 16:04:38 PDT

The right way to interpret your living room.

It's just a sofa, but it's great in every way. Conceived to satisfy the demand of a wide range of clientele, from a city studio apartment to a single professional worker loft, or a big entertainment room in a family house. Because it can satisfy the request for compact space, comfort, design and functionality.

YOU DESPERATELY WANT A MODERN SOFA BUT YOU ALSO DESPERATELY NEED A SOFA BED? YOU GOT IT.

Its main feature: it may become a sofa bed. You have the chance to get your modern Italian sofa for a great modern living room and get a whole queen size sofa bed version . The sofa unfolds by simply pulling the back seat and with an easy light movement it unfolds into bed. Forget the old style sofa beds. The bedspring is strong and electrowelded with no wood slats at all! The mattress is included and hidden inside. You can choose a foam mattress or spring mattress. You will never use the sofa seat cushions as the sleep part. Your couch will stay intact and preserve its modernity and keep a great shape.

SIZES....SIZES..AND MORE SIZES!

But let's have a closer look to this clever designed modern sofa. 21 pieces to create hundreds of possibilities. Starting from a single sofa version with armrests, available in three standard sizes: 73" - 81" - 89" . The wide arms give it a modern look, but if you need a lighter version or need to fit it in a tight space you can choose the narrower arms option. What if you don't like arms at all? get rid of them! this sofa looks great also without arms and it is completely refined on each side.

SMALL SECTIONALS, BIG SECTIONALS...

If you need a sectional sofa, you can compose L shape layouts or U shapes compositions by using two different corners, a square or a shaped one, adding up terminal elements with open back, chaise lounges and ottomans all in different sizes.

EMBELLISH THE COUCH..

Each composition can be remodeled and enriched by different optionals such as two sizes ottomans, side tables in painted iron, a books storage element which is built into the back of the sofa. The feet are in chrome metal with wood inserts available in different wood finishes.

EASY TO MOVE...WHEN YOU ARE MOVING!

This incredible modern sofa is also easy to transport. It can be completely disassembled!

A CLOOSER LOOK AT THE MANUFACTURING...

Incredible availability of fabrics textures and colors and leather colors. The cover is completely removable. The structure is in wood covered with polyurethane expanded at different densities. Seat foam is polyurethane expanded D35 covered with dacron fiber and cotton layers. The back cushions are in polyurethane expanded D30 worked in the same way.

The feeling is of a firm couch which soften up with the use but keep its shape without sagging.

IT'S CUCKOO TIME! modern cuckoo clocks

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 09:30:28 PDT

Old time fashionista? now you can buy an old time classic revisited into an extraordinary explosion of modernity and happiness: Our modern cuckoo clocks are made in Italy and imported from Italy. They are fun, they are colorful and they are clever! Featuring a german clock mechansim and entirely made in Italy our cuckoo clocks are able to become the most trendy gift of the moment!

The bird comes out each hour and sing, but you can shut him up by turning it off or lower the volume. At night he is quiet thanks to a light sensor which shut it down with peach black. And when he sings...you can hear the black forest background...imagine what a gift this would be.

Sensational modern cuckoo clocks with style.

But let us introduce our friends:

Mr. Kalimero!

The first design, the first idea, still the most successfull of all! Design by Barbero Design, made of wood and PVC, orange color, quartz movement.

Mr. Silos!

Nice looking design and colors. Design by Giulio Iacchetti. Made of wood and PVC in silver, red and yellow color. Quartz movement.

Mr. Q01!

Shaped like a little bird house this clock comes in red, black or wenge painted wood. Design by A. Sala for rndlab this modern cuckoo clock is so special that is easily used in any room of the house.

Ugly sofa beds? No way!

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 15:59:58 PDT

All right..how many times you were in need of a modern sofa bed and you gave up just the thought of it because you haven't had the chance to find a good looking one that will perfectly fit into your condo?
Or try one of it on sitting in good faith and sag into a potato sack?
Now its time to think straight. We have the most innovative good looking modern sofa beds ever.

Modern looking design - will let you forget it is actually a sofa bed!

Firm seating and back cushions for a better seat and long lasting use!

Do not need to remove any pillow, just pull and unfold it!

Electro-welded strong bedspring NO WOOD SLATS!

Soft spring mattress included!

Hidden storage pockets for sheets or pillow storage!

Different sizes available!

Available also in sectional versions!

Cover completely removable!

Big selection of fabric covers and leather colors!

Ottoman or other optionals available!

Different styles available!

Watch a video of one of our modern sofa beds and log into our website at http://www.momentoitalia.com/ to get more information

Designitalia modern Italian furniture

noreply@blogger.com (Designitalia) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:17:01 PST

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