Valentine's Chair

Heart Cone Chair. Designed by Verner Panton.




Designed in 1959 by Denmark’s Verner Panton, the Heart Cone Chair began as a variant of the slightly more demure Cone Chair of 1958. The metamorphosis went from the fantastical to the fanciful: Cone Chair looks like an ice cream delicacy and Heart Cone Chair like a box of chocolates. Whoever would have thought I’d grow so fond of sweets and hearts?



Panton once worked as an assistant for Arne Jacobsen—note Heart Cone’s nod to the sensuous Egg Chair. Although it has lovely contours, don’t oversimplify Panton’s Heart Cone Chair. It’s meant to play with lots of iconic shapes, not just the bloody organ: “Heart Cone Chair has large, projecting wings reminiscent of Mickey Mouse ears that could also, however, be interpreted as a contemporary take on the classic wing chair.” Constructed of durable materials—laminated body, stainless base, polyurethane foam upholstery—Heart Cone Chair doesn’t compromise durability for style. And given the delicious color choices, this Panton gem is easy to swallow. Of course, there’s the red, but also golden yellow, rust, and chocolate in warm tones; and blue, green, and steel in the cool range.

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Floral Compliments

Michele Eddins, of Floral Compliments, has sent me these stunning photographs of her latest creations to share with everyone. I introduced you to Michele's creativity in 2008. I asked her to share a little information about the styles and she quoted,  "The flowers are custom made following the look of fashion of the Victorian era. Using a single large flower or arranging a carefully picked grouping to compliment your dress and hair style for that special day, these flowers will accomplish the look of femininity and elegance that is also everlasting. These creations are a must-have for the bride who wishes to pass on her memories to the next generation either to be worn again or to showcase".

If you get that special wedding proposal during Valentine's Day,or any time of the year, you need to go immediately to Michele's site and view all of the possibilites for your wedding floral designs...they are simply stunning keepsakes!!!!!!!! Don't forget Michele will totally design your custom colors and style and make special items upon requests. A sneak peak below, gives you a variety of Michele's work, check out the custom made flip flop wedding shoes one customer requested, this was a smart lady!

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Sleigh Bed or Tub

Somewhere between a throne and a bathtub is Carlo Colombo’s Cuna, designed for Italian bathroom manufacturer Antonio Lupi. “Created to stand in the middle of the bathroom as its absolute protagonist,” Cuna is simple, modern, and stately - a freestanding form that brings together form and function, dignity and relaxation. Toss the awkward bath-pillow and opt for Cuna’s functional backrest instead. It is the defining feature of Colombo’s creation, providing distinction, comfort and enclosure.




While lying down may feel luxurious at first, for me - and for many, baths include a glass of wine and a good book. And so, this new bathtub is bound to be appreciated by avid readers and drinkers alike. The height and incline of Cuna’s backrest are designed with comfort and total relaxation in mind, helping to eliminate the fidgeting, twisting and turning we endure in an attempt to achieve a comfortable semi-seated position in standard bathtubs. Furthermore, “the base shape is rectangular, but sides are rounded, another singularity making the tub really comfortable,” explains the company.

Despite the lack of information, I’d assume that the material is cristalplant - a fairly new composite that is super-hard, ultra-durable and smooth as silk - commonly used by Antonio Lupi and a modern-day favorite for high-end bathtubs. The material is fully capable of creating Cuna’s thin-sided, sleigh-like form - and the boldly colored exterior.

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