Author: modculture

Don’t mess with a classic? Well, I think I can forgive Vitra when the end result of its revamped Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman looks this good.

The white Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman is more makeover than re-design, with nothing physically changed from the original 1956 seat. The new version, which has been developed in collaboration with the Eames Office and Hella Jongerius, just makes things a whole lot lighter. That means off-white leather upholstery, an aluminium base, plywood shells with a pigmented walnut veneer and all the minor details, down to the zips on the cushions, changed to fit in with the new colour scheme.

One thing does remain unchanged – the hefty price tag. You can pick up the white Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman for £4,879.

Find out more at the Nest website

Use UK offers good design and an eco-friendly approach to manufacturing, as well as a rather nice selection of 70s-style lampshades.

All of the company’s shades are handmade from 100 per cent recycled cardboard and in limited edition designs – only 30 of each are available. There’s also a choice of size, which means you can use them for ceiling lights or smaller table lights.

We like the Taj (pictured here), which might be a bit much for some rooms, but if you want to add a splash of colour, it’s a cheap way of doing it. Alternatively, you can choose a more subdued colour range for the patterm from the 27 on offer.

Prices start at £32.

Find out more at the Use UK website