That being said, there were a few bright spots and we've gone ahead and shared them below.
Pandemic Design Studio - Started in 2015 by a Design and Architecture graduate, Pandemic creates industrial lighting, sculpture, furniture as well as ceramics. As wonderfully creative as all his products are, it was the Node collection that really stood out. Available in multiple sizes and colors they can be hung as individual art pieces or, more dramatically, to cover an entire wall. Suited for indoor and outdoor use.
www.pandemicdesignstudio.com
Living Vehicle - Tiny homes have become widely popular in the last few years and with that weekend campers, vans and getaway vehicles. Living Vehicle is a customizable mobile living space designed and built in Santa Barbara, CA. The style is clean and streamlined, bright and minimal with high end features such as, washer/dryer combo, full height closet, spa-style shower with wall to wall skylight, and radiant towel warmer. In the kitchen there is a full height pantry, convection microwave and oven with a trash and recycling chute, along with a central-vac system.
There are numerous other features including an exterior outdoor shower, and solar panels. The company is highly innovative and it will be fascinating to follow them into the future.
Ximena Rozo Design - This is a sustainably-sourced company whose products are made in "an ethical, efficient and responsible manner by artisan communities in Colombia."
The line encompasses rugs, pillows, throws, lamps and baskets made with wonderful colors and textures. The woman behind the magic, Ximena Rozo, is an industrial and textile designer whose work in aeronautical design includes 15 U.S. patents in aircraft design for her work on the Boeing 787. Look for her pillows on Anthropologie.
www.ximenarozo.com
Made Out Of What - This is a very exciting non-profit that focuses on artisans who make functional art out of trash. Artists from around the world take part in this sustainable innovation. Better yet, the pieces are available for purchase! They are making a difference and showing the world that everything can be useful and beautiful. You can check out their website below but their Instagram feed is where the magic is. @madeoutofwhat
www.madeoutofwhat.com
