Showing posts with label top 10. Show all posts
Showing posts with label top 10. Show all posts
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
leah petriccione - design autobiography
1. etsy is a website to sell all things handmade. this pair of earrings is one that reminds me of the craft and hard work that goes into making things by hand, which i love to do, and always think about in design.
2. womb chair is my all time favorite chair. it's simplicity in form and clean contours are something i always strive for. i hope to own one someday.
3. church of the light is all about capturing and making light the centerpiece. light represents a lot things in this design, and it amazes me how simple this church is, while still speaking a powerful language.
4. the water cube is so technologically intricate and structurally detailed, but is still so simple. i love this building for it's innovation and overall calming ambience of the modules of "water."
5. the star by alexander calder is fascinating to me. i love kinetic sculptures, and the science and precision that goes into creating a mobile. calder's work also reminds me of the sky and space, which has also held my interest for as long as i can remember.
6. ikea brings modern and innovative design to the everyday person, at reasonable prices. it doesn't get much better in my opinion.
7. italy is my all-time favorite on the list of places i've been. everything about it amazes me- from its incredible history to its delicious food, and beautiful islands. italian culture is very dear to me as well, as my family is italian.
8. the guggenheim museum in new york city is a constant reminder that art and design surrounds us everywhere we look. i love the architecture for it's simple form that speaks a powerful message.
9. long island, ny is where half of my family lives, and another one of my all time favorite places to be.
10. apple computers is another company that has the right idea. simple, powerful, innovative machines (and advertising, and packaging, and retail stores.. should i go on?) that are easy to use. why does anyone still like windows?!
top ten design inspirations
Jefferson National Expansion Memorial: The grace of the arch and the connection of east and west is what makes this piece on my top ten.Klismos Chair: This object is simple yet graceful, the curved legs and rounded back makes this chair ergonomic.
Sydney Opera House: The reptition of the shells on the roof makes this building admirable and inspiring.
Beachcomber Island, Fiji: This place is the most relaxing and scenic place in the world.
Trevi Fountain, Rome: The grace of the water fountains and the location of the building links me to my heritage.
Glasgow School of Art: The innovative design and and eclectic feel makes this space on my top ten.
Amiens Cathedral: The massive scale this building creates, the details and the vaulted ceilings makes this space an inspiration.
Reliance Building: This building has an intricate facade which establishes hierarchy and makes this skyscraper unlike any other.
Union Terminal: The art deco style and history of this building makes this an influential design.
Statue of Liberty: This object makes my top ten to represent my country and my appreciation of my freedom.
design history Laura Snoderly
sources:
Cannelle Cake Shop: www.johnpawson.com
Egg Vase: www.moooi.com
Moriyama House: www.gravestmor.com & www.japan-architect.co.jp
Glo-Ball: www.flos.com
Rangements/Containers: www.ingasempe.fr
Wolfgang Laib: www.sculpture.org
Kokuyo Pencil Case: www.jetpens.com
Bento Box: www.jlist.com & www.takaramilwaukee.com
Cannelle Cake Shop: www.johnpawson.com
Egg Vase: www.moooi.com
Moriyama House: www.gravestmor.com & www.japan-architect.co.jp
Glo-Ball: www.flos.com
Rangements/Containers: www.ingasempe.fr
Wolfgang Laib: www.sculpture.org
Kokuyo Pencil Case: www.jetpens.com
Bento Box: www.jlist.com & www.takaramilwaukee.com
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