In conjuction with the 400th anniversary of the founding of New Amsterdam by the Dutch East India Company- 400 Years Later-Cite Goes Dutch presented objects from 23 emerging Dutch designers, 1 Photographer, and 6 manufacturers. With products ranging from handbag to carpets, it was a tactile feast. The mood was casual and everyone was having a good time. Designers mingled with designtypes answering questions, offering demonstrations, and giving their thoughts on ICFF. After grabbing a quick drink at the bar the DesignBoston team got to work.
A few designers that stood out at the event:
Gradon Tripp speaking with Laurens Van Wieringen of Studio Laurens Van Wieringen about his Softy Lamp
The Softy has the texture of cast iron and yet is soft to the touch. The product itself is created with the use of moulded vinyl with an oversized shade that bends and flexes but can withstand great heat. This is a piece that makes one question materials and how they “must be used” and shows us the fun alternative. The resulting product is a lamp that one never needs to worry about knocking over.
Gun Bags designed by Mirjam van der Lubbe
If anything, these are daring although you may wish to exercise caution as to where you carry them. Traveling through airport security is difficult enough as it is.
O’Clock by Anthony Duffeleer
Part of the Perfect Entrance Collection from van Esch. This oversized time piece was particularly striking in that it goes against convention in a way that is fun. The floor is the last place one would expect to find a clock and yet it’s just as effective on the floor as on the wall.
Wall of Flame by Frederick Roije
Photographer Lisa Klappe, Designs by Iris Van Dalen.
