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Basket design by Mike Perry Studio. Picnic by Design event sponsors Included Starbucks, Lenovo, Robert Allen, Maya Romanoff and Dwell. Dwell's favorite caterer Canard Inc. donated all the food and service staff for the event. Patrón sponsored the cocktails, La Crema provided the wine and the beer was provided by Stone Brewing Co.
Basket design by Mike Perry Studio. Picnic by Design event sponsors Included Starbucks, Lenovo, Robert Allen, Maya Romanoff and Dwell. Dwell's favorite caterer Canard Inc. donated all the food and service staff for the event. Patrón sponsored the cocktails, La Crema provided the wine and the beer was provided by Stone Brewing Co.
Basket design by MADS. The Picnic By Design committee—who pulled together this amazing event—included Input Creative Studio, Clark Gaynor Interiors, Corse Design Factory and Becky Yee, Photographer. According to Dawn Roberson, Director of Special Events for DIFFA, “Because of the generosity of our sponsors, almost all proceeds went to DIFFA to support our work!”
Basket design by MADS. The Picnic By Design committee—who pulled together this amazing event—included Input Creative Studio, Clark Gaynor Interiors, Corse Design Factory and Becky Yee, Photographer. According to Dawn Roberson, Director of Special Events for DIFFA, “Because of the generosity of our sponsors, almost all proceeds went to DIFFA to support our work!”
About DIFFA In 2014, DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS celebrates its 30th year as one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the United States. Since its founding, DIFFA has emerged from a grassroots organization into a national foundation with chapters in New York, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, and Kansas City and community partners such as the Michigan AIDS Coalition in Detroit that, working together, have provided over $40 million to hundreds of HIV/AIDS organizations nationwide. Mobilizing the vast resources of the design industries, DIFFA has supported a broad spectrum of programs over the years, from HIV/AIDS care and treatment to education and prevention.
About DIFFA In 2014, DIFFA: Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS celebrates its 30th year as one of the largest funders of HIV/AIDS service and education programs in the United States. Since its founding, DIFFA has emerged from a grassroots organization into a national foundation with chapters in New York, Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco, and Kansas City and community partners such as the Michigan AIDS Coalition in Detroit that, working together, have provided over $40 million to hundreds of HIV/AIDS organizations nationwide. Mobilizing the vast resources of the design industries, DIFFA has supported a broad spectrum of programs over the years, from HIV/AIDS care and treatment to education and prevention.
“Our vision was to create a fun summer event that exudes a casual elegance and celebrates design,” said committee member Yiannos Vrousgos of Input Creative Studio, (basket above) who helped design the vignettes. “We were aiming to target a younger demographic and it was important for us to keep ticket costs low and bring in new designers to DIFFA. In past events only interior designers and architects have participated—for the picnic, we invited fashion designers, graphic designers, costume designers, product designer, set designers, stylists and photographers to participate, bringing a whole new audience to the event!”
“Our vision was to create a fun summer event that exudes a casual elegance and celebrates design,” said committee member Yiannos Vrousgos of Input Creative Studio, (basket above) who helped design the vignettes. “We were aiming to target a younger demographic and it was important for us to keep ticket costs low and bring in new designers to DIFFA. In past events only interior designers and architects have participated—for the picnic, we invited fashion designers, graphic designers, costume designers, product designer, set designers, stylists and photographers to participate, bringing a whole new audience to the event!”
Cindy Allen, DIFFA Board Chair, and Johanna Osburn, DIFFA Executive Director, spoke to the crowd about HIV/AIDS and what DIFFA is doing to make a difference by funding organizations who provide prevention and education as well as direct care for those living with HIV/AIDS. Also attending were Dwell's Senior Editor Kelsey Keith, and DIFFA Trustees Marc Blackwell, Ilene Shaw, and Ed Wood.
Cindy Allen, DIFFA Board Chair, and Johanna Osburn, DIFFA Executive Director, spoke to the crowd about HIV/AIDS and what DIFFA is doing to make a difference by funding organizations who provide prevention and education as well as direct care for those living with HIV/AIDS. Also attending were Dwell's Senior Editor Kelsey Keith, and DIFFA Trustees Marc Blackwell, Ilene Shaw, and Ed Wood.
Picnic basket by Geppetto Studios.
Picnic basket by Geppetto Studios.
The new ICON kitchen, designed by Giuseppe Bavuso for Ernestomeda, is the ultimate in sustainable design; from Ernestomeda’s patented ICONcrete to its zero-chemical finishes to Bavuso’s new Air Door system which creates a seal keeping out dust and dirt. The new modular-based cabinet system is designed to allow circulation between the kitchen and living room. The design also includes a heat-treated dark oak veneer that protects the kitchen’s surface, while the EVOLUTION pullout peninsula table slides in and out to create extra tabletop space for dinner.
The new ICON kitchen, designed by Giuseppe Bavuso for Ernestomeda, is the ultimate in sustainable design; from Ernestomeda’s patented ICONcrete to its zero-chemical finishes to Bavuso’s new Air Door system which creates a seal keeping out dust and dirt. The new modular-based cabinet system is designed to allow circulation between the kitchen and living room. The design also includes a heat-treated dark oak veneer that protects the kitchen’s surface, while the EVOLUTION pullout peninsula table slides in and out to create extra tabletop space for dinner.
This year’s fair introduced a new interpretation of the Floating Spaces kitchen, meant for a large open plan. Siematic’s intention was a complete integration of the kitchen into the interior architecture. The newly developed panel system combined with the asymmetrical cabinets and shelves pull the kitchen and living room into one, in a stylish and modern way.
This year’s fair introduced a new interpretation of the Floating Spaces kitchen, meant for a large open plan. Siematic’s intention was a complete integration of the kitchen into the interior architecture. The newly developed panel system combined with the asymmetrical cabinets and shelves pull the kitchen and living room into one, in a stylish and modern way.
Remember when Diesel jeans were all the rage? Well now our generation has a new "must have" Diesel item, the Diesel Social Kitchen. The new design collaboration between the Scavolini and the Italian fashion brand has created a surprisingly attractive and homey urban kitchen. It was Diesel’s intention to consider the trend of shrinking urban spaces, and blend the kitchen and living room into a single room. Together the two brands have created an ambiance that is modern and comfortable, the new ‘it’ destination for the dinner party crowd.
Remember when Diesel jeans were all the rage? Well now our generation has a new "must have" Diesel item, the Diesel Social Kitchen. The new design collaboration between the Scavolini and the Italian fashion brand has created a surprisingly attractive and homey urban kitchen. It was Diesel’s intention to consider the trend of shrinking urban spaces, and blend the kitchen and living room into a single room. Together the two brands have created an ambiance that is modern and comfortable, the new ‘it’ destination for the dinner party crowd.
There were a few bursts of color at Eurocucine this year, including Sebastian Desch’s VAO kitchen in turmeric yellow for Team7. Although best known for their use of natural wood, it is the yellow glass, with its vintage feel that grabbed our eye.
There were a few bursts of color at Eurocucine this year, including Sebastian Desch’s VAO kitchen in turmeric yellow for Team7. Although best known for their use of natural wood, it is the yellow glass, with its vintage feel that grabbed our eye.
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Dica the Spanish company, known for its kitchens, baths and wardrobes, introduced their new vintage style SoHo kitchen (another popular trend at Milan), and series 45, an update on their more practical and versatile line (pictured). The style is hallmarked by its while laminate and elm wood, and the island is meant to act as a centerpiece to the room. This year’s version is slightly more compact, but the ergonomic cabinets with stainless steel handles are still as robust as ever, with maximum storage capacity.
Dica the Spanish company, known for its kitchens, baths and wardrobes, introduced their new vintage style SoHo kitchen (another popular trend at Milan), and series 45, an update on their more practical and versatile line (pictured). The style is hallmarked by its while laminate and elm wood, and the island is meant to act as a centerpiece to the room. This year’s version is slightly more compact, but the ergonomic cabinets with stainless steel handles are still as robust as ever, with maximum storage capacity.
This new contemporary kitchen for Euromobil designed by Edoardo Gherardi focuses on craft and tradition, bringing the best in design sensibility to create a flawless and friendly environment. Different areas of the kitchen are designated for food preparation, eating and entertaining to promote cleanliness and hygiene. Glass covers the doors on the top and sides, and are finished at the back with lacquered aluminum with color coordinated to the glass. The shelving units and dark wood, when integrated, created a warm and cozy feeling despite the clean minimalist design.
This new contemporary kitchen for Euromobil designed by Edoardo Gherardi focuses on craft and tradition, bringing the best in design sensibility to create a flawless and friendly environment. Different areas of the kitchen are designated for food preparation, eating and entertaining to promote cleanliness and hygiene. Glass covers the doors on the top and sides, and are finished at the back with lacquered aluminum with color coordinated to the glass. The shelving units and dark wood, when integrated, created a warm and cozy feeling despite the clean minimalist design.
The Ethos represents Lando’s first foray into kitchens. The Italian furniture company collaborated with famed designer Enzo Berti, and the result is sculptural as well as flexible, with many different arrangements possible depending on the layout of your space. The centerpiece is carved from one block of solid marble, with accents of brushed stainless steel and wood cabinets in walnut or larch. Still a prototype, this looks like the beginning of a beautiful new addition to the company’s portfolio.
The Ethos represents Lando’s first foray into kitchens. The Italian furniture company collaborated with famed designer Enzo Berti, and the result is sculptural as well as flexible, with many different arrangements possible depending on the layout of your space. The centerpiece is carved from one block of solid marble, with accents of brushed stainless steel and wood cabinets in walnut or larch. Still a prototype, this looks like the beginning of a beautiful new addition to the company’s portfolio.
The Cross Island, the new kitchen design by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba for Elmar is an elegant version of a trestle table, unusual for the kitchen, but the slim and light design creates an airy atmosphere in which to work. “For us the kitchen is always a room to work in,” said the designers. “We have given this island an innovative trestle shape to emphasize the idea of the cook working like an artisan." The Cross Island has a steel top with an integrated hob and sink, and is supported by three sets of steel legs. The casual design invites guests into the kitchen, making this work space a hub for entertaining and blending function and fun.
The Cross Island, the new kitchen design by Ludovica+Roberto Palomba for Elmar is an elegant version of a trestle table, unusual for the kitchen, but the slim and light design creates an airy atmosphere in which to work. “For us the kitchen is always a room to work in,” said the designers. “We have given this island an innovative trestle shape to emphasize the idea of the cook working like an artisan." The Cross Island has a steel top with an integrated hob and sink, and is supported by three sets of steel legs. The casual design invites guests into the kitchen, making this work space a hub for entertaining and blending function and fun.
Elam unveiled its new Opera Kitchen System, which is all about form and function. The modular system is completely customizable, leaving it to the individual to determine and design its function. (The materials, from laminates, lacquered colors, glass and marble are all for the choosing). A stylish groove runs through the system, adding a bold design element based on its geometry.
Elam unveiled its new Opera Kitchen System, which is all about form and function. The modular system is completely customizable, leaving it to the individual to determine and design its function. (The materials, from laminates, lacquered colors, glass and marble are all for the choosing). A stylish groove runs through the system, adding a bold design element based on its geometry.