This Pen Nib Ornament from House Industries has a decidedly retro feel. The artful curvature of the symbol also inspires forward thinking and creative expression.
“We don’t use the package as advertising; we use it to help people understand what’s inside—to feel and enjoy the design, integrity, and quality of the product before opening the box.” —Megan Sanguinetti, designer at Heath Ceramics
House Industries kitchen towels, $30 for a set of three, available from Heath Ceramics. These 100% flour sack kitchen towels depicting ampersands, koi, and kokeshi will brighten any chef's day.
Eames Three print from House Industries, $50. Charles and Ray Eames’s infatuation with circus imagery was the impetus for the font used on the poster.
Alexander Girard nativity set by House Industries, $800. The nativity is based on one of Alexander Girard’s illustrations and is made from maple and Michigan-grown basswood.
4-inch by 4-inch clay tiles from Heath Ceramics pay homage to the legendary Charles and Ray Eames. The new font was designed by House Industries; the tiles are available in three colors (black, yellow, and poppy red) and are displayed by running them on a teak track. $38 per tile; $45 for the track.
The Wire Drop Silver Ornament by CB2 shows that negative space, when carved out by a wire frame, can be a beautiful thing.
Boxes Gold Ornament This 3D geometric ornament creates a sense of modern movement with a gleaming brass or silver finish. We think they would be extra eye-catching in multiples on the tree or mantel.
Crafted from anodized aluminum, each House Industries ornament in this limited edition series celebrates a treasured typographic symbol, including ampersands, arrows, and the letter X. Available in three colors—gold, red, and white—these ornaments are the perfect decoration for any design lover’s Christmas tree. Each ornament is available at the Dwell Store for $38.
The holiday ornaments from font foundry House Industries are defined by their graphic composition. Crafted from anodized aluminum, each ornament in this limited edition series celebrates a treasured typographic symbol, including ampersands, arrows, and the letter X. These ornaments make treasured keepsakes that can be used year after year. Available in Arrow, Koi Fish, Double-Dagger, Pen Nib, and X models.
Photo by Patrick Barta
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