Wednesday, July 6, 2011

A House for Books

There is nothing better that a competition to bring the creatives out to play. This time the IFDA Competition brought some great designers together and some of my favorite pieces are these bookcases.


Yukihiro Yamaguchi's "Hako"

The competition which is hel in Japan every three years serves as an indicator of the future of wooden furniture designs. The idea behind it is to introduce the public about the importance of furniture in everyday life and how the represent each of our personalities.

 Ju Hyeon Oh & Eun-Jee Kim's "Horizontal Bookcase"

Additionally, this furniture is intended to remind people of the delicate balance or nature and how our economic models have deteriorated our environment.

Yu Kawashima & Kazuya Washio's "Branch"

Have a great day and enjoy your surroundings!
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25 comments:

  1. the late afternoonJuly 6, 2011 at 12:53 AM

    what gorgeous twists to the traditional bookcase! the second one is great!

    http://www.thelateafternoon.com

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  2. RonnieJuly 6, 2011 at 1:16 AM

    Yamaguchi's 'Hako' is my favourite. Something about its simplicity and even lines really speak to me. Thanks for sharing these!
    Ronnie

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  3. Ana DegenaarJuly 6, 2011 at 2:41 AM

    The first one needs to grow feet and come to my house.

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  4. GracieJuly 6, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Oh I love looking at great bookcases. The designs are awesome. x

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  5. The Dainty Dolls HouseJuly 6, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Amazing..love the designs :) x

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  6. JillianJuly 6, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    I love these unique bookshelves. I am in desperate need of another bookshelf. Right now I'm at that point where books are being doubled up and thrown anywhere!

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  7. StephanieJuly 6, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    neat stuff!!

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  8. Krysten @ Why Girls Are WeirdJuly 6, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    Oh wow I think I'm in love!

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  9. little luxury listJuly 6, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    So modern and clean - love the shape!

    xoxo,
    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  10. paisleaJuly 6, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    wow - these are gorgeous! i love the third one!!!

    ♥ allister bee blog

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  11. love jenny xoxoJuly 6, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    these are awesome! I think the 2nd one is my fav! I would love to see how they look in a room!

    XOXO

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  12. A Crimson KissJuly 6, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Wow-these are absolutely incredible!

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  13. Leeann @ Join the GossipJuly 6, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Those are so fun! I think the second one is my fav :)

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  14. kimbirdyJuly 6, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    wow i love that first one!

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  15. Tamra {ever swoon}July 6, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Thanks for stopping by darlin!! Those bookcases are incredible! Love the design!

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  16. AnonymousJuly 6, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    They're all so beautiful! I wish I had them all in my apartment!

    ♥
    Camila Faria

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  17. UnknownJuly 6, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    I think I like all of them!

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  18. Dumbwit TellherJuly 6, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    What a competition to bring out the best in those with creative minds. The horizontal one is crazy fun. Really great to see them all.

    Hope your short-week has been a good one?

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  19. Caitlin C.July 6, 2011 at 8:21 PM

    These are crazy! LOVE it! :)

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  20. Kimia KlineJuly 7, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    these are so freaking awesome.

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  21. AngelinaJuly 7, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    I love these bookcases too. They are perfect!

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  22. AnonymousJuly 7, 2011 at 4:10 PM

    these are incredible! I felt fancy just for rainbow ordering my books, but this is another level

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  23. Thelma FrayneJuly 9, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    These designs are fantastic. I love when books are used as a focal point or design feature!

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  24. shopgirlJuly 11, 2011 at 3:36 PM

    wow! I want that horizontal bookcase! It's a piece of art in itself!

    Thanks for sharing this sweetie!

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  25. BonnibellaJuly 12, 2011 at 3:49 AM

    The first bookcase looks like it is customizable with the interior shelfs. The second is definitely an art piece by itself.

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