+ loving: Urban Vintage KORT Cards

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You might already have seen these new KORT art cards if you've recently been to IKEA, or is an avid fan of the store and keeps yourself up to date with their new items. Ally told me about them, saying they were 'my kind of thing', these new art cards with Lomo-Instagram-ish style; I got myself a set within the next couple of days. I would have gotten more; when it comes to beautiful things, like graphic and prints, I have a thing about wanting to keep a set unopened, and have another set for display - yea, the quirky side of me.

{KORT art cards, Urban Vinatage, from IKEA}

Anyways, these art cards are gorgeous, and I love each one of them; they all bring out different moods, and the dreamy, light and retro feel to them are just perfect! I currently displaying the super adorable yellow scooter on my bookcase!

{These images by ME on iPhone with Instagram}

In case you're wondering, these amazing photos are by Gabrielle Kai Photography, and I'll be doing a feature on more of her works very soon!

+ 13 Collections: {Geometrics} / 7

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Geometrics in fashion - from sweet to sporty, from nudes to brights; fun, sharp, contemporary with a punch of attitude - are you wearing them?

{#1 Art Class Collection, by Secret Squirrel | #2 Eliza J Crêpe de Chine Cap Sleeve Dress #3 Tory Burch 'Turman' Printed Silk Dress #4 Eliza J Tie Neck Maxi Dress #5 Valette Geometric Placement Print Silk Top all from Nordtrom | #6 Shirley Mallman by Zee Nunes for Harper's Brazil | #7 Marique Schimmel: Bon S/S '12, Photographed by Benny Horne, via Fashionising | #8 Zimmerman, via Fashionising | #9 Fred Butler, via Trendland | #10 Back Zipper Dress #11 Ethnic Motifs T-Shirt both by Bershka}

+ colored: 28.02

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{Bruna Tenorio, Photographed by Chris Nicholls, via Fashionising.}

+ 13 Collections: {Geometrics} / 6

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Good morning dear friends! Sorry for missing yesterday. I had a pretty full-on but happy weekend, not to mention a super-duper hot one (we hit 40c again, 3 days in a row!), which resulted in me feeling a little exhausted and unwell on Monday. Like most people, I do get affected by the state of the weather sometimes, and today it's turned a gloomy and cool. I had to force myself to be at the desk today, and it was admittedly a slow start, but I'm glad I did! There's nothing like blogging to chase away the gloom!

Today, I'm sharing with you my discovery of objects, sculptures and installations in geometric style! Bet you didn't realise a small geometry trend could spread out so widely and influence so many different aspects and realms? This has been an interesting journey of exploration for me too, and I hope you're enjoying it too (and not getting bored of angles and facets just yet)!

{#1 Geometric Brass Sculptures by Kelly Wearstler, via Elle Decor | #2 Steel interior sculpture from Wild Heads series by Bongo Design | #3 Dom Lamp by Domo | #4 DIY Project 99cent Store Mug by Oh, Hello Friend | #5 Jewels by MQuan, discovered via Design Sponge | #6 Paper Polygons by Happy Mundane, discovered via Apartment Therapy | #7 Tivolivat Wooden Decorations from Swiden | #8 This Time Things Will Be Different by Sandra Fettingis, discovered via Design Milk | #9 Work of geometric abstractionist Pard Morrison, discovered via Design Milk}

Coming up, more exciting geometrics in fashion clothings and paper goods. If you've missed the previous 13 Collections posts on Geometrics, you can catch up here: {Geometrics} 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5.

Have a fabulous day! 

+ colored: 24.02

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{Bruno Tenorio,  photography by Chris Nicholls, via fashionising.com}

Spotted @ NYFW A/W 2012

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I harbour mixed feelings with the changing of seasons; on one hand, I look forward to putting on the layers and trying out the season's latest trends, while also shivering at the thought of plummeting temperatures and wet gloomy days. But! We are not there yet. We'll still be enjoying high 30s (Celsius) this weekend, and I want summer to continue for a bit longer. I'm not done with it just yet! 

However, when the shops are already showcasing jackets and sweaters, and with Autumn/Winter 2012 being unveiled on the catwalks of New York Fashion Week, it is pretty hard to ignore the arrival of a new season. So it's probably a good idea to embrace it with some enthusiasm?

I had a quick peek through the latest from NYFW, and while I had a hard time relating to some of the billowy and bulky designs, I did spot some I like and thought I'd share them with you. Hopefully I'll get to try them out too!

It's always fun to see how runway translates to everyday wears. Which trend will you be spotting?

{All images by Imaxtree, via fashionising.com New York Fashion Week 2012.}

+ 13 Collections: {Geometrics} / 5

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The art of geometry in geometric arts: Part 2 - Color-filled facets.

{#1 Geometric Strawberry by Whimsy Milieu | #2 Watercolour Geometric Shapes by Vasare Nar | #3 Pentaganol Dipyramid by Natalie Nicklin | #4 Geo Flux Turqoise by Cyrstal Walen | #5 Triangles Composition #T014 by K19 Studio | #6 Prague Cubism Bright Green No.3, Salmon Orange No. 1, Red No.1 & Aqua No.3 by Amor Design Passion | #7 Purple Abstract Geometric by Hena Tayeb Photography}

+ colored: 23.02

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Sparkling. Happy.

{Kimbra by Liz Ham}

+ places-spaces: The Waterhouse

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I have a thing for new spaces created out of old ones with stories and memories engraved into the walls. There is something really beautiful about preserving history and re-expressing the past through volumes, materials and spaces. Every time I come across one of these awesomely inspiring projects, I can't help but have this feeling of unexplained awe and bliss, and in my head a continuous repetition of the line 'yes! this is exactly what design and architecture is all about!'

Which is why I am so mesmerised by The Waterhouse.



Located on the South Bund district of Shanghai, The Waterhouse is a 19 room boutique hotel build into an existing 3 story Japanese Army headquarters from the 1930s, fronting the Huangpu river and the glamorous Pudong skyline across.

The architectural concept and design philosophy is based on the distinction of the old and new, and the blurring of internal and external spaces. The original concrete building is restored while the new additions panelled in Corten steel echoes the industrial past of the dock by the Huangpu river and the ships which pass through the river, rendering an analogous contextual link to both history and local culture surrounding the building. Inside, a disorienting yet refreshing spatial experience is created where public places allow glimpses into private rooms, while private spaces invite guests to peek into public areas.





Shanghai based Neri and Hu Design and Research Office (NHDRO) was responsible in the transformation of this ordinary building into a bold statement of Shanghai, where old and new so obviously and nonchalantly sit side by side. Inside, the hotel features selected furniture collections of leading designers such as Arne Jacobson, Finn Juhl, Hans Wegner, Antonio Citterio and Kana Ishikawa.







From the raw concrete walls to the exposed beams; from the unfinished wood of the communal-style dining tables in the restaurant (Table No.1 by Jason Atherton) to the brick walls in the rooms; the white chandelier hanging in contrast against the organic texture of the lobby - they speak of the debilitated alongside the contemporary, urban decay with a refreshing coat of trendiness. It is original, radical, stimulating and very very inspiring!

I love the concept and its resulting spaces. Hopefully I'll be able to visit it and experience it for myself one day!

{Images by Pedro Pegenaute. Discovered via Trendland.}