The Living Kitchen show at IMM Cologne, held in Germany less than less than 2 weeks ago was kitchen heaven, purely and absolutely. The exhibits “told” many visual stories – whole stories, as the displays were large, some, enormous. I was a guest of Blanco (a bigger player in the global sink and faucet scene in terms of design and product presence than I realized) and was invited as a member of the Blanco Design Council. Here are some of the most compelling chapters in the book of today’s kitchen!
Chapter I Overview – The Living Kitchen was a very appropriate name for this show. Lowered “p
I dont think Ive ever seen quite a cup like the Kami mug cup. Made entirely out of wood, it is stunningly minimalist due to its natural roots.
The hand-carved Kami mug cup was made at Hidetoshi Takahashis woodworking factory in Asahikawa, Japan. He has been creating contemporary tableware using traditional techniques for years. Only 50 pieces of this particular cup were made, each priced at $48. This limited-edition piece has been branded with a Wallpaper* asterisk.
La Grande, this collection is a series of long lampshade lights that come in a variety of colors. The lamps are supported by a metal base and a wood stem mechanism. Reinhard Dienes will be launching La Grande for Anthologie Quartett at MasonObjet 2011.
I am writing this on the plane on my way back from IMM Cologne, the Living Kitchen trade fair in Cologne, Germany. I was a guest of Blanco, as were four other bloggers (Paul_Anater, Jamie Goldberg, Cheryl Clenendon and Leslie Clagett) who are also part of the Blanco Design Council. It was an AMAZING trip. Germany is rich, culturally, and visually beautiful, not to mention on top of its game, showcasing innovative kitchen design and that includes Blanco’s line of products which were exactly on the mark for today’s (interestingly, US) consumer.
So, I think the best approach might be to present my discoveries, impressions, and information in an organized way.
La Grande, this collection is a series of long lampshade lights that come in a variety of colors. The lamps are supported by a metal base and a wood stem mechanism. 
Reinhard Dienes will be launching La Grande for Anthologie Quartett at MasonObjet 2011.
So, I think the best approach might be to present my discoveries, impressions, and information in an organized way.