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1. SAYL Chair by Herman Miller
This extremely comfortable chair is described by
HMI as “inventive, eco-dematerialized, and affordable.” It is a very handsome
chair (think suspension bridge), with less material, that allows for more
flexibility and movement of our bodies, which often sit too long in front of
computers. I particularly love the focus that allows the forward rotation
for your pelvis/hip area. (Designer: Yves Behar)
www.hermanmiller.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_03 |
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2. 18 x 36 by Shaw
Shaw’s 18 x 36 brings a whole new geometry to carpet tile.
The rectangular proportions bring a range of flexibility we have not seen
before, allowing the designer to weave, stagger, and lay tiles end to end (the
options are too numerous to define here). The scale and movement of light
across the tiles bring an interesting visual and, with Shaw’s stringent
environmental certifications, designers have a truly green, well-designed new
tile to choose from. (Designer: Reese Duncan, Marcy Ewing, Ashley Olson)
www.shawcontractgroup.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_04 |
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3. Ecolibrium by Johnsonite
This product has a well-rounded approach to sustainability.
The raw materials—walnut and oyster shells, pine rosin, and vegetable oil—not only
provide renewable resource content but also reduce the overall weight by 25
percent. This enables more product to be shipped and it is easier for the
contractors to handle. It is also healthier for us, with no added halogenated
flame retardants or plasticizers.
www.johnsonite.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_05 |
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4. Vermont Natural Coatings
by Vermont
Natural Coatings
Vermont Natural Coatings puts out some great new wood
finishing products that use whey protein as a key ingredient, which is a great
green alternative to oil-based finishes. The inspiration for using whey came
from Vermont's
long heritage in dairy farming and cheese-making.
www.vermontnaturalcoatings.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_07 |
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1. Crossing the Line Collection by HBF Textiles
Whether it’s one of her bold patterns or the subtle contrasting
stitching in Crossing the Line, I love Laura Guido-Clark’s finesse with fabric.
She develops fabrics that give designers so many options—in terms of color,
pattern intensity, application, and ability to withstand the demands of an
institutional or corporate environment—all with a price point within most client budgets. And the Nano-Tex, stain-resistant
finish is an added bonus. (Designer: Laura Guido-Clark)
www.hbftextiles.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_08 |
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2. dna Collection by Teknion
Sasaki designs a lot of spaces for students, and dna is a
perfect modular seating solution because of its versatility and durability. The
integrated tables provide access to power and data while the component simplicity
maximizes planning options and minimizes the number of individual pieces
required. I also love the 60’s retro minimalist look. (Designer: Acer Design)
www.teknion.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_09 |
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3. Enclose (2010 enhancement) by Haworth
Although Enclose has been around for a while, when I was in
the Haworth showroom at NeoCon®, I was
impressed by how they had improved upon it by introducing a frameless
capability. Now you can create a seamless glass partition that’s as beautiful
as it is functional. A smart solution. (Designer: Nathan Shedd, Haworth)
www.haworth.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_10 |
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4. Stride (2010 product breadth expansion) by Allsteel
Already a fan of Stride, I appreciated how Allsteel thoughtfully
brought the benching version to market this year. It marries the clean
aesthetic and signature elements of the panel product with a benching solution that
provides unique multi-functional storage components and maximum flexibility for
end-users, with features like height-adjustable worksurfaces. The MBDC Cradle-to-Cradle certification underscores
their commitment to looking at product holistically. (Designer: Mitch Bakker, Ida Design)
www.allsteeloffice.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_12 |
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1. Steplight by Greypants
We love the fact that this pendant fixture is made in our local
Seattle area.
The designers engineered this fixture so the interlocking rings collapse within
themselves, which reduce the packaging requirement to ship it. When installed,
the illumination between the natural aluminum, concentric rings cast
interesting shadows on surrounding ceilings and walls. (Check out their Scrap
Lights too!)
www.graypants.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_13 |
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2. Chroma Quartz by Pental Granite & Marble
This product has great properties for a Commercial
countertop application, and surely its beauty is why our clients have called us
wanting to know if they can obtain it for their own homes! Chroma is a
non-porous composite, consisting of 90 to 93 percent natural quartz, which
contributes to its heat-, stain-, and scratch-resistant properties. And since
it is non-porous, you know that nothing will be “growing” in it. (Designer: Pental)
www.pentalonline.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_14 |
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3. Cylindro by Delray Lighting
This chameleon of a pendant fixture has so many options that
it truly can transform into a variety of environments. The scale and proportion
are well balanced, and the unique design is void of a bottom diffuser yet still
allows for illumination above and below the fixture. This fixture is a designers
dream, with a variety of lamping configurations, type options, and finish
options.
www.delraylighting.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_15 |
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4. Sound Silencer Acoustic Panels by Acoustical Surfaces
Inc.
We specify the 2-ft. by 4-ft. panels as wall
mounted tack surfaces. There is no need to frame the panels out, they can be
direct glued, and there are no visible pin holes from tacking into it. And they
also provide acoustic properties, as well. Hail to multi-use products!
www.acousticalsurfaces.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_16 |
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5. Genius Wall and Unite System by KI
KI embraced our ideas and further developed their existing
product line to facilitate the client’s needs. The results from this
collaboration yielded a kit-of-parts for optimal flexibility, a manageable
inventory, innovative, and sustainable design solutions and client-specific
personalization.
www.ki.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_19 |
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2. Pocket™ by Nurture® by Steelcase
Zero Noise casters redefine how we think about carts. No
longer are they clunky, badly designed pieces that sit in the corner of the
room. Rather, they have been redesigned with improved ergonomics and
simple functionality to help reduce patient disruptions, address the needs of
healthcare professionals and provide a better overall healthcare environment. (Designer: Nurture® Design Team and Modo)
www.nurture.com
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| Top Interior Design Product Picks of 2010_22 |
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5. SW_1 by Coalesse
This chair invites collaboration and asks for others to join
in. I love the smooth lines of the structure of the chair and the webbed back
that allows a translucent and light response. It creates a hybrid
conference/lounge seat that addresses the impromptu meeting. (Designer: Scott Wilson and MINIMAL)
www.coalesse.com
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