Benjamin Hubert - 100% Futures

Benjamin Hubert sent over his new product lines, set to debut at 100% Futures in London in a few weeks. My favorite is his Labware lamp series which are inspired by laboratory beakers, and showcase the purity of glass blowing through the range of large, geometric glass lamps. Furthering the laboratory idea, each lamp comes with a Portuguese bark topped cork.



The Diamond Chair seems inspired by the Eames' fiberglass shell chairs, but has the surprising detail of an upholstered fabric seat.



Benjamin used thin walled concrete to make his Heavy Lights. I like the playful practicality of the ceramic Yumbrella bowl and banana tree

Daniel Michalik

Daniel Michalik's furniture exhibits the fruits of his experiments with cork. Much of his work shows how the natural flexibility of cork allows for complex and comfortable shapes.

Bleach Design

A cork vase from Portuguese design firm Bleach Design. I like the contrast between the glossy porcelain on top and textured cork on the bottom. The cork base keeps your tabletops safe. I think the cork stool is pretty cute, too.