I Saloni
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Ecart Celebrates The Creative Genius of Andrée Putman at Salone Internazionale del Mobile
Andrée Putman 1925 – 2013Photo via www.le66.frThe High Priestess of Style
Created in 1978 by Mrs Andrée Putman, godmother of French design, Ecart International keeps alive the tradition of eclecticism and timeless design, produced with the highest quality standards. With its unfailing affection for beauty and creation, the company obtained the rights of distribution of famous designers that have now become classics: Eileen Gray, Jean-Michel Frank and Adolphe Chanaux, Pierre Chareau, Mariano Fortuny, Michel Dufet, … Felix Aublet. More than ever, the brand asserts itself as the historical and legal editor of furniture, lightings, rugs and objects among the heritage of early XXth century.ECART INTERNATIONAL: www.ecart-international.frEcart International is representated in New York City by Ralph Pucci InternationalJean-Michel FrankJean-Michel FrankJean-Michel FrankEric JourdanJean-Michel FrankEileen GrayJean-Michel FrankPierre ChareauJean-Michel FrankEcart DesignPhotos courtesy Ralph Pucci International -
Hermès Furniture Collection
How on earth did I forget to mention this on my last post?! French luxury brand, Hermès, has unveil their first ever furniture line at the show this week. Who are the designers behind this grand coup?Enzo Mari, an influential figure in Italian design, has designed a line of living room furniture, the dining room furniture line comes from Anthonio Citterio, and Denis Montel, who has been working with Hermès since 1978, teamed up with with Eric Benque to co-designed a chair that Hermes called its signature object. The collection will be available in select Hermès stores, starting September 2011. In addition, Hermès partnered with Debar to present an absolutely stunning range of fabrics, wallpaper and carpets.Note: A short video of the fair can be found here - Decorative Arts, Design, Editor's Top Picks, Features, Furniture, I Saloni, Interior Design, Italy, Lighting
Top Design Trends from Milan
I Saloni is 50 years young this year, but you wouldn’t know it by looking at the design trends that keep trickling down each year at this iconic luxury design trade show. Planning to attend? You’re in for a treat since you’ll be able to touch, marvel, and experience the world’s best furniture design.I Saloni is where you’ll find a variety of furniture and accessories – from classical to modern. With an increasing audience each year, no wonder this is the quaintessial place where you’ll find firsthand, the trendsetters of tomorrow.