• COMPASSO D'ORO 1979: FLOS PARENTESI

    Inspired by a sketch by Pio Manzù and designed in tandem with Achille Castiglioni in 1970, the Parentesi seems like the complete culmination of the modernist manifesto: form as necessary function, the expulsion of ornament and the symphonic composure of a product that draws its beauty from its simplicity.

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  • THE MAKING OF MODERN ICONS: A SHORT HISTORY OF THE COMPASSO D'ORO

    The Compasso D’oro is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of design. It was the first of its kind in 1954 and is still recognized today as one of the most influential and celebrated awards given out in the industry.  The idea of architect Gio Ponti, its goal was to promote the quality...

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    JOB WELL DONE: PATRICIA GRAY DESIGN

    In the Photo Above: Harco Loor Tiara Oval Pendant Western Living Condo Magazine featured yet another beautiful Vancouver Condo in their Spring/Summer 2011 edition, this time designed by Patricia Gray of Patricia Gray Design. The condo is situated in The Erickson, a  luxury condominium building designed...

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  • EVENTS: UNICITA D'ITALIA / MADE IN ITALY

    Unicità d’Italia- TV commercial from MadeOn on Vimeo. Inspired by the recent Unicita D’Italia exhibition celebrating Italy’s Unification and cultural uniqueness, Italy’s Ministry of Economic Development has teamed up with Fondazione Valore Italy and the ADI Foundation to showcase the archival...

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  • 10 Tips for Choosing your Lighting

    No single design component has as much power to elevate or devalue your design as lighting. Whether you’re building new or renovating, these simple tips will help you through this important design phase.

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    Job Well Done: SunLife Building Toronto

    Toronto’s Sun Life Financial building recently enjoyed an update from international architecture firm B+H Architects. We especially loved their choice of fixtures for the lobby.

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    Job Well Done: False Creek Penthouse

    Featured: Roll & Hill Excel Floor Lamp by Rich Brilliant Willing Dining Room Pendant: Bocci Custom Installation Adam Becker from aBecker Design was recently featured in Western Living Magazine’s CONDO, with a seven page spread and cover story for his exceptional work on a full renovation...

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