Things are always a little quirky here at Inform and especially so on Halloween. We try not to take ourselves too seriously and have fun engaging our clients.
From left: Cowgirl Stephanie, Me (Kaito) as Arthur Dent, Nancy looking slick as Eileen Gray and Noah keeping us laughing as Niels 2009
As a bit of a precursor to the next post, I visited the New York showroom of Moroso which were artfully decorated by sculptor/designer Ron Arad. Many original works were on display including the first pieces that he brought to his meeting with Patrizia Moroso. Glossy metallic creations mixed in with the production upholstery pieces in Moroso’s collection made for a rich and colorful showroom.
MOROSO New York
www.moroso.it
146 Greene St
New York, NY 10012
P: (212) 334-7222
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The works of Ron Arad are truly amazing and there are many production models available in all sorts of price ranges from hats, cans, sofas, and lighting. Next post will be some great images of his MoMA exhibit.
-Kaito
Misfits Sofa System – Ron Arad
Above CASSIOPEIA Sectional by Lievore – Altherr – Molina
POLTRONA FRAU
141 Wooster St.
New York, NY
www.poltronafrau.it
The updates were a little light last week due to a lot of changes going on in our showrooms (which means new products so come on in for a visit).
As promised I will continue to upload my photo’s from New York so everyone can enjoy the different ways that all the lines we represent are shown in their stores.
The Poltrona Frau showroom is located on Wooster St. near a lot of other brands (most within the Charme Group). A beautiful two level space showcasing the latest products and their contract products as well. The showroom was mainly done in subtle creams and browns with lots of accenting pieces.
The representations of color in their showroom, really shows how classic furniture models can be updated to work with any space.
If you would like to see more of their products visit us in store. Remember almost all of our products are available in different sizes, compositions, and materials.
*Stay tuned for more images from New York and next week a special posting on RON ARAD and MOROSO.
-Kaito
ELEONORA in Purple Mohair from the POLTRONA FRAU Archives (with a mini blue Vanity Fair)
Designed in 1976 by the renowned Canadian Architect Arthur Erickson the Museum of Anthropology houses over 500,000 ethnographic and archeological products. Renewing the facilities of the museum, the design team took many options into consideration for the theater project.
The first Canadian installation of the Poltrona Frau Group this theater seating showcases the exceptional quality of their products in the amazing Museum of Anthropology. Clients in other parts of the world have experienced their work in projects such as the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain and the Paul Getty Center in Los Angeles.
Museum of Anthropology at UBC (website)
Contract Inquiries – Contact Paul Sjaarda here
Soft curves and padding for extended comfort
Continue reading “UBC Museum of Anthropology – Poltrona Frau Theater Seating Contract Installation”
With the work of Paul Sjaarda and the Contract sales of Inform Interiors we get to hear about exciting projects some time before they open. Recently we were able to provide the seating for the new cooking class room at The Dirty Apron Cooking School located south of Inform at 540 Beatty St (map).
A wide selection of classes are available from French cuisine to dessert and even knife skills. The Dirty Apron offers a hands on cooking experience with top class chefs in which the clients produce the the delicious meals they eat at the end of the evening. Satisfying and educational visit their site to see which class is right for you.
540 Beatty St.
Crosstown – Vancouver, BC
P: 604-879-8588
E: info@dirtyapron.com
There have been some great talks the past few days and a few more lined up for today. Head down to the Vancouver Convention Center for a gathering of the cities best design companies.
Open until 5pm we hope to see some of you there.
If you miss out visit our showrooms in Gastown Monday – Saturday.
50 and 97 Water St.
www.informinteriors.com
Vannessa has been keeping busy showing everyone the ins and outs of the Bulthaup B2 Cabinet
For the last two days the crew worked hard to get our store away from store ready for IDS West. 125 floor panels and 27 wall panels make up a modular showroom of some of our top lines. Lots of great exhibitors from all around Vancouver are here showcasing their goods and Inform was happy to bring some of our favorite pieces.
Come visit our booth 706 and see all that we have to offer.
The opening night was a great hit with a huge turn out and some stimulating conversations. Niels and Nancy presented their Pecha Kucha topics on Machines and Cars but unfortunately we weren’t able to capture the whole moment for you all. Maybe next time.
A big thanks to Jason Heard and all the staff of IDS West for putting together a great opportunity for all of us.
And a huge round of applause for all the Inform and Bensen staff that shuttled, lifted, drilled, swept, scrubbed, and polished our great exhibit.
-Kaito
More images on the jump and more coverage to continue from IDS West 2009.
Recently Inform Interiors provided pieces for elemente magazines photo shoot in Vancouver’s new Shangri-La tower by James KM Cheng Architects.
Photography by Philip Jarmain (site)
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Long awaited, CASSINA has finally arrived at Inform Interiors.
Striving to offer the best in contemporary furniture, we work to present collections with true design merit. Few companies come close to showcasing such a strong product collection and design history as Cassina.
First established in Meda (Milano) 1927, they are the authorized producers of timeless Masters such as Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright, and Gerrit Rietveld; Cassina continues to add beautiful new pieces to their already impressive selection by renewing their line with edgy works by provocateur Philippe Starck and the clean minimal lines of Piero Lissoni. The factories of Cassina are hard at work creating immaculate products for commercial and residential projects.
See in store for stock and pricing
Cassina Sofa’s and Armchairs Catalogue – here
Cassina Tables and Chairs Catalogue – here
Continue reading “CASSINA products in store now – Masters and Contemporary collection”
FLOS is having a promotional sale for task lighting. Some great pieces.
Our new favorite is the TAB Floor lamp by Barber Ogersby. Simply perfect; great size, great angles, and great price. Made even better by the fall discount.
Come in and get one today, plenty to order but limited stock.
-Kaito
