Best of January 2019

10 headboards that withstand any argument

Cologne 2019 preview: for a new conviviality

A forest on the hills, the canals in Venice, the bewitching appeal of the Italian tradition and modernity too. The Art of Living by Molteni&C illustrates the way in which lifestyle blends with the beauty of Italy, combining different periods and stories.

Bedroom

A bedroom with the same air of a vintage boutique

An oversized wooden wardrobe, in a retro-inspired style, takes centre stage in our new bedroom that subtly references times gone by.

Stores

Happy Days and Rock ‘n’ Roll: vintage furniture from the 50s and the 60s at Bliss in Zurich

For an extraordinary journey back in time, to a period in which design was sought-after and extremely refined, the lines were elegant and sinuous, the pieces were incredibly sexy, a vintage interior design store not to be missed in Zurich.

Events

Firenze Home TexStyle: the home and nautical textile fair debuts

Set up by Firenze Fiera in partnership with Acropoli srl, the first edition of Firenze Home TexStyle, the new home and nautical textile fair, is held in the suggestive setting of Fortezza da Basso, from the 2nd to the 4th February 2019.

Objects

Iron Maiden by Diesel Living with Moroso, an indoor and outdoor armchair

Precision and comfort with a pinch of practicality. This is the most versatile armchair of 2019: designed for a living room as well as a terrace, it has a simple aesthetic that enhances personal relaxation.

World of accessories

Hybrid Collection by Tal Batit Studio, vases that combine the past with the future

Combine ancient Greek or Roman pottery with colourful vases in a distinctive contemporary style. Does this idea seem too risky?

Trend

Bauhaus: 100 years of iconic simplicity

This year the Bauhaus, the design school established by Walter Gropius in 1919 and that became one of the most representative movements in modern design, celebrates its centenary.

Ambiente 2019 Special

Ambiente: home-décor in the spotlight

For the people who might be unaware, Ambiente is considered one of the most important fairs in the world for consumer products. From the 8th to the 12th February, Messe Frankfurt is expected with great anticipation by professionals from a variety of different backgrounds...

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