Gifts for Architects

Anglepoise Type 75 giant floor lamp - Paul Smith

£3,200.00

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Featuring Paul Smith Edition One colours, this version of the Type 75 giant floor lamp is a striking, modernist alternative to the Original 1227 Giant Precision machined components and a rotating shade, this is a statement piece that is as functional as it is beautiful Combines the unmistakable form and function of an Anglepoise lamp with the unique handprint of one of Britain’s foremost designers Created for Anglepoise by leading British industrial product designer, Sir Kenneth Grange, the timeless Type 75 design provides the perfect canvas for Paul Smith's mastery of colour Materials:Satin powder coated finishAluminium shade, fork and spacersAluminium and steel base with cast iron base weightsStainless steel fasteners and adjusters Anglepoise constant tension spring technology   Dimensions:Shade diameter: 42cmShade height: 47cmMax reach: 270cm (from base to shade)Base Diameter: 60cmCable length: 450cm Pre-order only Delivery from 14 August 2017

Minimal Geometric necklace

£55.00

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Striking statement necklace composed of a bright red resin ball, black corian half circle segment and white stepped concrete-effect triangle on blue cord Ball and shape segment can be separated and repositioned along the cord Cord can be lengthened or shortened using moveable wooden ball at the back of the neck allowing the necklace to be worn high or low depending on the neckline of your top Cord drop: 45cm Handmade in our London studio. Comes packaged in a branded kraft tube

ISO pendant by Whitebeam Studio

£95.00

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From the Vertex collection inspired by Russian Constructivism A sculptural pendant of geometric curves and angles reflecting light and shadow. Handmade in brushed stainless steel using origami principles Dimensions: 3.5 x 2cm, also complements ISO earrings Flexible stainless steel neckwire 43cm

FOLD LINE by Whitebeam Studio

£96.00

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Architectural minimalism, from the Vertex collection inspired by Russian Constructivism A deceptively simple, minimalist design Handmade in brushed stainless steel Dimensions: 2 x 5.5cm on a sterling silver chain 42.5cm

Traffic Light Necklace

£35.00

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Brighton based illustrator and designer, Lou Taylor has created an exclusive range of acrylic jewellery for the Design Museum Shop. Imaginative colourful illustrations take life as jewellery. A talented print and accessories designer, Lou takes a playful and graphic approach to iconic subjects. 

Anglepoise Type 75 Desk Lamp - Paul Smith Third Edition

£160.00

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The latest edition of this collaboration between two classic names in design: Paul Smith and Anglepoise.  Paul Smith's design for the third edition exhibits a bold primary colour palette, inspired by the visual vocabulary of Dutch painter Mondrian’s De Stijl. Originally created for Anglepoise by leading British industrial product designer, Sir Kenneth Grange, the timeless Type 75 design provides the perfect canvas for a designer known for his mastery of colour. Its streamlined, modernist form has become the designer’s palette and its no-frills, mechanical functionality is highlighted by his playful colour-by-component approach.

On and by Frank Lloyd Wright

£19.95

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This volume brings together the most important essays on and by Lloyd Wright, providing both an illuminating study of one of the key figures of the 20th century, as well as an overview of the very principles that are at the foundation of great architecture. Each essay is illustrated with archival material. Contains fourteen analytical essays that use Wright's buildings as a means to understanding his complex creative process. Paperback, 372 pages 1.1 kg, 17.2 x 24.5 x 4.1 cm

The High Line

£49.95

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The first-hand, behind-the-scenes account of the creative inspiration behind the High Line, the transformative public 'park in the sky' that has reshaped global perceptions of urban space. The first full documentation that visually charts the journey of this global landmark from the designer's point of view. Hundreds of illustrations showcase every aspect of the project and its unforeseen influence in its entirety. Includes previously unpublished archival materials such as the drawings behind the original proposal and exclusive images of construction. Hardback, 452 pages 500 g, 23.2 x 34 x 4.4 cm

Mies

£100.00

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The most definitive monograph ever published on the modern master of architecture, Mies van der Rohe, by Detlef Mertins. Unprecedented in scope and illustrated with more than 700 original drawings, plans, diagrams, and contemporary and archival photographs. Mertins' rich and highly readable text traces the aesthetic and intellectual context for all Mies' work, with in-depth discussions of his most important projects. Mies paints a fascinating portrait of the famed architect whose contribution to the modern urban landscape cannot be overlooked. Hardback, 544 pages 3 kg, 24.6 x 31.2 x 4.6 cm  

MAD works MAD architects

£49.95

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A complete overview of the most important contemporary architecture practice ever to have emerged from China It documents the buildings of the MAD architects and traces the development of their ideas through associated practice including art, research, and exhibition projects MAD works is illustrated with photographs, architectural drawings, and 3D visualisations to explore their works, unbuilt projects, and future ideas Dimensions: 25 x 29cm 240 pages

Ola Studio pocket notebooks A6

£7.50

diamond print / Phthalo green curve print / Smoke grey

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diamond print

curve print

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Phthalo green

Smoke grey

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Pocket size layflat notebook featuring Layflat binding allowing the user to work across two pages simultaneously, and the book to rest open at a chosen page Each features a traditionally printed cover that’s flexible, so will fit comfortably into any pocket or bag, and 80 soft white pages that are sewn at the spine for durability Printed on FSC certified stocks using vegetable based inks Made in the UK 105 x 148 mm (A6) 300 gsm embossed paper cover 80 plain pages Sent carefully packed in a padded sleeve Available design: Diamond print in Phthalo green; Curve print in Smoke grey

Achille Castiglioni

£35.00

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A detailed study of one of the most important and prolific designers of the twentieth century This comprehensive monograph is the only detailed study of his remarkable career and includes a catalogue of his complete works of architecture and exhibition, interior and product design This book discusses Castiglioni's wide range of diverse projects including the spatial design work that dominated his early career as well as late The book contains more than 800 photographs and drawings which does full justice to his designs that won eight prestigious Compasso d'Oro prizes Paperback, 480 pages 2.7 kg Dimensions: 25.4 x 27.9 x 4.4cm  

Design Museum in a Box

£14.99

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One hundred iconic works of art and design, published to mark the museum's relaunch in Kensington The Design Museum is home to the visionaries that shape our lives and create our futures The museum spotlights era - defining designs in fashion, interiors, architecture, transport and technology This is a 'museum in a box' containing 100 world - famous designs, including the first apple computer, chairs by Eames and the iconic mini cooper Deyan Sudjic is the Director of The Design Museum, born in London and studied Architecture in Edinburgh. He has also worked as a critic, editor, curator and author Paperback 100 pages

Future Systems

£45.00

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Future Systems is an architectural and design practice who have rocked the architectural world with their daring forms and inventive design philosophy that merges modern ideas with natural shapes and technological innovations from other fields This book by Deyan Sudjic presents a sophisticated selection of work from the past twenty-five years - some of it previously unpublished It celebrates the perfected accomplishments for which Future Systems are recognised today, as well as looking at the more recent proposals and concepts that continue their forward-looking philosophy Organised according to theme, this innovative format furthermore presents well-known works in a new light, permitting a fresh appreciation of Future Systems' oeuvre today - at their highest point of public acclaim yet Hardback 240 pages 1.2 kg Dimensions: 25.2 x 29.2 x 3cm  

Jutaku: Japanese Houses

£14.95

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Frenetic. Pulsating. Disorienting. Japan’s contemporary culture is constantly in flux, with a host of new architectural practices ushering in an era of continuous experimentation Featuring more than 400 houses - one per page, one image per house - Jutaku: Japanese Houses is a fast-paced, shock to the system that shines a Harajuku–bright neon light on the sheer volume, variety and novelty of contemporary Japanese residential architecture Hardback 512 pages 1kg 13.3 x 19.4 x 4.8cm

City Clips Page Markers - Paris

£7.00

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CityClips are little architectural page markers produced to a scale of 1:5000 Mark your favourite pages and create you own miniature Paris skyline The Paris set includes four iconic buildings: Tour Eiffel, La Grande Arche, Cathédrale Notre Dame de Paris and Sacré Coeur Materials: Stainless steel, paper  Packaging Dimensions: 15 x 11cm