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The Highgate Hill Residence by Richard Kirk Architects

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 06:35:00 +0000

Oh my. This is what I called fabulous.ness. By Richard Kirk Architects. More pictures here.

(via Contemporist)

Agus Suwage's Solo Exhibition

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 06:54:00 +0000

An invitation to Agus Suwage's "Still Crazy After All These Years" (Selected Works: 1985 - 2009), curated by Enin Supriyanto, will be officiated by Biantoro Santoso on opening night Saturday, July 4, 2009 at 7.30pm, and held at Jogja National Museum. The exhibition is organized by iCAN, and will run until July 31, 2009. You could click on the image above, or here to read the details. I was told this major exhibit will occupy the whole 3-level of Jogja National Museum. It's surely an exhibit you wouldn't want to miss. So be there! ;-)

Suwage's Abode

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 05:04:00 +0000

Agus Suwage is one of top Indonesian contemporary artists, based in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Friends and I visited him last month and had a home studio tour. * yay!* I took some pictures while we were there without any intention to post them here at first. But hey... good things are meant to be shared, aren't they? So I asked Suwage yesterday, if it's alright to post some pictures on the net. And he agreed. :) Here are some of them, you could find more here.

Stepping into his light and airy 2-level home, you would know that Suwage obviously appreciates space and modern living. While the main level catered to family living and his music studio, the upper one is mostly for his working area, enviously spoiled with high ceiling, a real wide open space and plenty (!) of natural light.

Too bad, I don't have a link to Agus Suwage's website yet, since it's still under construction. But I'll link this post to it once I get it. Meanwhile, if you'd like to know more about Agus Suwage, you might want to visit his solo exhibit opening tomorrow, July 4, 2009. See the details on a later post.

Koons in London

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 14:11:00 +0000

Cristian Zuzunaga

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:48:00 +0000

I've just received a newsletter from Alexandra of J’ai flâné pour vous (a great French blog, btw), and noticed the work of Cristian Zuzunaga, a Spanish-born designer based in London.

Among his numerous projects and exhibitions, his Pixellated fabric designed for Moroso in 2007 (top) is definitely one of my favorites. Other faves would be his PIXEL wrapping paper collection for Lagom, done recently in 2009 (middle), and the Shanghai fabric that he designed for Ligne Roset in 2008 (bottom). Never thought I'd say something like this on pixels, but hey, pixels + colors + good design is a gorgeous combination.

(via J’ai flâné pour vous)

Boca do Lobo, Portugal

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 14:05:00 +0000

Here's one company out of Portugal that offers some drool-worthy furniture, Boca do Lobo. Their furniture are all handmade in Portugal by the best artisans, aiming to satisfy even the most demanding admirers. *oooh yes..., I looove what I see. :)*

From all my years in blogland, I honestly have to say, Boca do Lobo has the most fashion-forward furniture collection I've seen so far. Their designs, their chosen colors, details and finishings are all high(!) on style. Wouldn't you agree? :)

For those of you in Milan, you could visit Boca do Lobo at the collective exhibition of Portuguese brands, to be held at Zona Tortona, Via Tortona 32, Milan, during Salone Internazionale del Mobile, until April 27, 2009. And for all of you in US, they'll be at ICFF, New York, from May 16 till 19, 2009. Enjoy!

Thanks, Rute!

Happy Easter!

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:02:00 +0000

Here's a picture of Easter cupcakes baked by a friend. Hope everybody is having a great long weekend, and a Happy Easter day! :)

Back to the Old House by C86

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 01:12:00 +0000

I'm loving this graphic art by C86 (Matt Lyon), a UK-based digital and mixed-media artist. Drop. dead. Psychedelic.

Available at L'Affiche Moderne.

Zeng Fanzhi's new studio

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 06:18:00 +0000

Have you seen it? It was published on The New York Times early this month. I thought I should make a comment on it. :)

This could be the grandest artist studio I've ever seen. Well, just by looking at this picture, you can tell that he has a great taste in home furnishings. Why can't NYTimes give us some studio tour, or at least, publish more than just one picture.. puh-leaseee? This is killing me, I need to see more. Can Vogue Living or Interior Design ppl pay a visit to Mr. Zeng Fanzhi's lush studio? I beg you.

(image is copyrighted The New York Times Company)

I heart Small

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 01:54:00 +0000

Matt Small is a UK-based urban artist who paints on found objects, like metal, wood, or even a VCR. His portrait paintings have kept me mesmerized ever since I stumbled upon his works in www last year. The splash of paints, the texture, the energy, the passion, the boldness. And yet, you could still sense the loneliness of his subjects, young kids on the street.

Matt will be having his solo exhibition "Youngstarrs" at The Black Rat Press, London, UK, from March 27 till April 17, 2009. Preview will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2009, 6.30pm to 9.30pm. Lucky Londoners. I wish I could fly to the Youngstarrs.

Click here to see more pics on Matt Small artworks.

Christian Faur

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 02:09:00 +0000

Crayons in a way that I've never seen before. Simply breathtaking. Images taken from Christian Faur's website and Sherrie Gallerie, where he's currently exhibiting till Feb 28, 2009.

(via DRAWN!)

PawPaws Urban Retreat, Australia

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 16:33:00 +0000

This would be my second post on hospitality industry, with this being the first. Well, as the name suggested, this time is about an accommodation. for. dogs. A fabulous one to be exact.

PawPaws is the premium dog boarding and dog daycare in inner Sydney, just opened last December. It's founded by Mandy Richards, assisted by her lovely Siberian Husky, Kishka. Above are some images taken from their photo gallery. Seriously, with great pictures like those, even a non pet-owner like myself would loooove to visit and see them in person. Plus(!)... they have other services, such as Puppy Preschool, and guess what... Puppy Parties. Right on. fabulous.ness.

Orla Kiely™ for Target

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 07:42:00 +0000

A friend of mine told me about the good news this morning. Yes, I know... I've been away from the blogland waaaay too long. ;-) Target® introduces Orla Kiely™ for Target, an exclusive home décor collection.The assortment will be available February 1st for a limited time at Target stores with select items available on Target.com. Please read its press releases here.

A recent check on Target.com however, mentioned the collection is coming on February 15th. So I guess, you just have to try your luck and set your eyes on this page or the Target store near you, if you don't want to miss them. Happy hunting!

Thanks, Venina!

kaarsKoker by aPa company

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 14:49:00 +0000

Last week, April of aPa company introduced me to kaarsKoker, a product line of aPa company. With gorgeous patterns and beautiful pictures like these, everybody knows kaarsKoker is the thing that we must talk about and own some. Now, it's my turn talking. :)

kaarsKoker, a decorative replacement candle sleeve, allows you to jazz up your chandelier or sconce in an easy, affordable, and most importantly.. stylish(!) way. Above are my top picks among kaarsKoker collection. It won't be hard to find your own kaarsKoker faves. They are seriously pretty, and oh, have I mentioned.. full. of. style.?

Thanks, April!

Blogland exclusive offer from Pieces, USA

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:44:00 +0000

I've just received an email from Lee Kleinhelter of Pieces, announcing an exclusive offer for ppl in the blogland, 30% off on all items starting today, Jan 12, while the general public sale will only start on Jan 15. Isn't blogland... a wonderful land? :)

So if you are reading this and would love to get the 30% discount, you need to mention "imedagoze" on your purchase. Please note that you won't see any details about this exclusive offer on their site, as they will only display the public announcement on Jan 15, when it's open to all. But I have to warn you, you could get carried away with the choices at Pieces. I loooove their chairs and sofas, chandeliers, pillows, floor & table accessories, and anything with mirror. So very greedy.

Now, go hunt some great pieces.

Thanks, Lee!

Gone Antiques?

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:51:00 +0000

Well, okay, this may not be the best first new year post, but hey..., these pieces caught my eyes when I got them in my inbox. So the next reasonable thing to do is to share them here. :)

I've never been to an antiques shop, let alone a whole antiques show. But, I guess sometimes you could find great pieces at your least favorite place. So keep your mind and eyes wide open. :) The Winter Antiques Show will be held from January 23rd to February 1st in New York City. Read more details here.

(top) "Sandhamn" Daybed from Antik
(bottom) Embroidered Tree of Life bed curtain from Cora Ginsburg LLC

Thanks, Peter!

Happy New Year!

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 06:47:00 +0000

It's getting harder for me to blog nowadays. I've been away from blogland for too long, I guess. Not sure if I will ever get back on the same blogging days like I used to. Uhuh. I have way too many excuses. :)

Anyways..., happy new year, folks!

Merry Christmas!

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Thu, 25 Dec 2008 01:01:00 +0000

Just a quick note before husband and kids wake up. :) This is our first Christmas together with all our families in Jakarta, Indonesia. It sure is one memorable moment for us. Hope you are having a great time with your family too.

Have the merriest day, everybody.

12 Days of Xmas

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 00:49:00 +0000

Have you ever wished to be in 2 different places at one given moment? This is one of those moments I wish I could.

12 Days of Xmas is an urban art showcase hosted by Steal From Work featuring over 70 local and international street artists. Strictly no preview before the opening night, which is today Dec 12, 2008, 7pm at 15 -19 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3PY, UK. Plus all the work will be available firstly to all those who make it down to the show. No online sale until after the opening weekend.

Click here for its list of artists, and here for more details on the event.

Have a blast tonight!

L'AFFICHE MODERNE, France

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 00:33:00 +0000

L’Affiche Moderne is an art posters online shop based in France, featuring works of young photographers, graphic designers and children’s illustrators. Below are their new arrivals, Nod Young's Puti Tree series, which I adore.

And as I browsed around the shop, I found my other faves, like this, and this, and this, and this, and uhm... maybe this one too. But this one by Pierre Wetzel stole the thunder, with shadows as his subjects, it gives a whole different visual experience. Happy Browsing. :)

Qatar's Museum of Islamic Art

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 14:45:00 +0000

Breathtakingly designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect I.M. Pei. Unveiled Nov 22. Read more here and watch more here.

(image: WSJ.com)

Playing Princess for a Day in Japan

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 13:03:00 +0000

It sure sounds like a smart(!) business to me. Banking on fun. Please read the complete story here.

Design by the Book

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:21:00 +0000

I might be the last one in the blogland to learn about this. But I've just read a friendly email from Grace, informing me about her latest project, a collaboration between design*sponge and The New York Public Library.

They are following 5 artists (Julia Rothman, John Pomp, Mike Perry, Moontree Press and Lorena Barrezueta) as they create collections inspired by the library's collections. And they've just launched the first video. And yes, you must. must. must. watch the video above. I surely hope more and more creators, designers, artists, or students would get inspired to visit local libraries. There are exciting things waiting to be found. No kidding, go see yourself.

Get the full story of Design by the Book here.

Thanks, Grace!

Christmas Sale: 50% off

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 12:15:00 +0000

Celebrate this Christmas with these gorgeous melamine tableware. Sale until Jan 5, 2009.

Available at these participating stores:

Molecule Living
Great World City
1 Kim Seng Promenade #02-33A
Singapore 237994
Tel. (65) 6733 2732

Egg3
33 Erskine Road
#01-10 The Scarlet Hotel
Singapore 069333
Tel. (65) 6536 6977

Tango Mango Gift Shop
Basement 1 Paragon Shopping Centre
290 Orchard Road
Singapore 238859
Tel. (65) 6836 1240

Rose Citron
23 Keong Saik Road
(off neil road)
Singapore 089130
Tel. (65) 6323 1368

OR, visit us:

November 11, 2008, 10am - 7pm
November 12, 2008, 9.30am - 5 pm
FANCY FAIRE, booth 101
Orchard Hotel, 3rd floor, Orchard Ballroom
442 Orchard Road
Singapore 238879

For enquiries, please visit http://www.stambrosefloral.com OR email stambrose_sg@yahoo.com.

Thanks, folks! :)

3D Wallpapers by Studio Pirsc, Czech Republic

noreply@blogger.com (IMEDAGOZE) — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:03:00 +0000

Studio Pirsc Porcelain was founded by Daniel Pirsc in 2005. Their 3D Wallpapers are currently being featured on DesignMagazine.cz (another great design magazine, btw), as they were exhibited at designblok 08 recently.

Don't you just love them? :) I adore their lively combination of raindrops and airplanes. What a perfect wall of art. More pictures here and here. Enjoy!

(via DesignMagazine.cz)