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October 2007

The Post Family
DesignBOT — October 31, 2007 Posted by Adriean
Promoting Good Values


Take the time today and get to know Chad, Rod, Alex, Scott, David and Sam. Otherwise known as Chicago's favorite brothers from different mothers, The Post Family.

Apart from having strong individual portfolios, the group has quietly put together a solid blog with posts consisting of quirky designs as well as some brilliant examples of contemporary art.
Everything is for the growth of our family members and community by supplying them with the resources and inspiration to accomplish their individual goals.

Words from Alex Post on Values: Essentially, I value value. Currency, measurable amounts of wealth and gold. Value is tangible. Value allows me to purchase cars and gain respect from peers and even distinguished individuals above me on the food chain. I will never underestimate the power of value and it’s ability to buy small countries and even portable underarm hygenic products.
I wonder if they'd be willing to adopt a Post cousin from Canada?

Link: The Post Family
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Frederic Gaunet
Furniture, Outdoor — October 23, 2007 Posted by Anne
Bringing an edge to outdoor furniture


After having worked as a designer for some of the most amazing brands (Dior, Guerlain, Jean Paul Gaultier, Issey Miyake, Yves Saint Laurent, Lauder and Clarins) Frederic's attention turned to industrial design.He was behind a very successful modernisation of the Tolix chair.

He is bringing fresh and edgy designs to the outdoor market. I love these three pieces fresh from this year.

His site just opened over the weekend and is worth a visit.

Link: Frederic Gaunet
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Michael Pfleghaar
Art — October 2, 2007 Posted by James
Paintings inspired by modern design


Michigan based painter Michael Pfleghaar is well known for his interior subjects depicting animated mid-century furniture and accessories, bringing such things as an Eames lounge chair to life. Pfleghaar's new body of work depicts modern landmarks in Palm Springs, California. Pfleghaar skillfully captures the optimistic spirit of his architectural subjects as well as the magical quality of the light and landscape of their environment.

These paintings will be exhibited in a group show at Dezart One Gallery in Palm Springs, October 11-November 11, 2007.

Link: Michael Pfleghaar
Link: Dezart One Gallery.com

Also: Michael Pfleghaar's Online Sketchblog

(ABOVE: "Neutra House" 2007, oil on canvas, 24" x 30"

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Outdoor wallpaper by award winning designer Susan Bradley
Floor - Wall, Outdoor — October 2, 2007 Posted by Anne
Cut steel garden wall decor
Award winning designer Susan Bradley confirms her strong sense of design with this new version of her lovely laser cut outdoor 'wallpapers'.

For those new to the name, Susan Bradley is a fresh British design talent. After an established career in the multi-media design industry, she has successfully turned her attention to 3-dimensional design. Since her design studio was established in 2004 Susan's designs have won international acclaim being exhibited in London, Milan, Cologne, Rotterdam and Tokyo, and featuring in leading design, style and interiors media worldwide.

Link: Susan Bradley
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