Archive for June 7, 2010

Ammonite Washbasin

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Concrete washbasin shaped as a fossil from HighTech. “Ammonites are an extinct species of cephalopods which lived in the sea about 400 million years ago. Their shells are found all over the world and they are very much sought-after by fossil-hunters, their collector’s value depending on size and the state of preservation. The fascinating shape of ammonite fossils – which resembles a rolled up helix – is the basic design element in the new HighTech washbasin. The association of water and fossil design is a clear allusion to the prehistoric inspiration for the Ammonite washbasin.”

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Leather like wood flooring design ideas by QuadroLegno

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When searching for unique ideas, don’t discount what’s underfoot as a potentially dramatic design feature in your home – why not make a bold statement with this wood flooring by QuatroLegno? The leather-like, “crocodile skin” floor will quickly become the room’s main focal point, whether you lay it in your library, bedrooms, living room or dining area. It’s a perfect match to leather-upholstered furniture, book-lined shelves, fine art and an eclectic style. The luxurious, rich finish gleams on these 800-by-800mm Wenge wood panels, shaped into scales that conjure up an exotic croc-skin aesthetic. Visit Italian flooring design company QuatroLegno for more ideas.

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