Category: Design and Interiors

We all need a bin in the kitchen, but I’m guessing few of us really spend too much time choosing one. If you did, you’ll probably get round to considering the Vipp Bin.

It was originally designed in 1939 by Holger Nielsen, for his wife’s hairdressing salon and it’s been in production in varying shapes and sizes ever since – the size being the main difference between the range items. Each one is made of rubber and powder-coated stainless steel – the colour usually being cream, white or black (unless a limited edition colour has been made available).

The one pictured here is the Vipp 14 pedal bin, which has an 8-litre capacity and retails for around £145. More than your average Brabantia, but likely to be the only bin you’ll ever buy.

Find out more at the Utility Design website

Jieldé lamps are fully deserving of their iconic status as they excel in both form and function. It can be rotated by 360 degrees without damaging the cable but it still looks pretty good.

Designed by the French engineer Jean-Louis Domecq in 1958 when he became frustrated with the inflexible light on his desk, it has been acclaimed ever since. It is available as a floor-standing or desk lamp and is available in chrome, brushed steel or a choice of 16 vibrant colours.

Luna currently has a few in stock, starting at £165. Alternatively Espacio has a good selection of colours and finishes to choose from, starting at £205.

This may seem expensive for a lamp, but not when it’s a near enough indestructible lamp.