Category: Design and Interiors

Looking to kit your home out like Moonbase Alpha from Space 1999? You need to invest in this Inhabit Braille Wall Flat.

Yes, I said Braille. However, it’s not clear what the wall panels exactly says in Braille. Regardless of that, they are certain to make a big impression on your home. They’re effectively easy-to-install tiles – just peel off the adhesive backing and stick them on your wall. You can change their direction or paint them to make the design more unique – and if you have a not-so-smooth wall, they’re great for hiding all your blemishes too.

The 18-inch x 18-inch tiles are made from 100% bamboo pulp (which is very eco-friendly) and retail for $84 (around £42) for a 10-panel box.

Find out more at the 2modern website

Airside has a range of items under the It’s Pop It’s Art banner – mainly art prints, but also t-shirts and mugs, including this Last Night A DJ Saved My Life mug.

All the items are based around the lyrics of a "classic" song, in this case the Indeep dancefloor filler from 1982 (recycling numerous times later for songs and at least one book title).

Dishwasher-proof and with the lyrics on both the side and the bottom, you can pick one up for £8.99.

Find out more at the Airside website

Art isn’t restricted to your walls, you can get some floor for your floor and sofa with these Modern Art rugs and cushion covers from Natural Collection.

Inspired by the work of artists like Picasso and Kandinsky, they’re traditionally made in Kashmir, hand-stitched by craftsmen and women who work from home – and paid a fair price. Each Circles Rug (pictured) just over three weeks to complete, so you might have to wait – but it will be worth it if you want an item of quality in your home.

Prices range from £24.95 for a cushion cover to £250 for a large rug.

Find out more at the Natural Collection website

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In the James Bond films the bad guys always had the best lairs, and the most stylish furniture. We have featured Blofeld’s lair here on Retro to Go, but how about re-creating some of that style in your own home. Well if you buy this Blofeld chaise longue from Contempouk you can relax in super villain style.

The chaise longue comes in red, black or white, and is a fully adjustable single relaxer. Hand made in the finest Italian leather with built-in height, and angle adjustable headrest to ensure you can relax in comfort, while you plan your world domination.

The great thing about this is the price, at the moment it is on offer for only £487, reduced from £778. Which means you won’t need to hold the world to ransom to afford one.

Find out more on the Contempouk website

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For the pharmaceutical user that has everything, the perfect gift is this great range of drug jars from Jonathan Adler.

And they cover a wide spectrum of drug user – as well as the Uppers jar featured, there’s also Downers, Prozac, Quaaludes and Dolls. All (except for Dolls) have a standard shape, standing 6.75 inches high, fired stoneware with hand-painted retro-styled decoration (including a nice 60s-style label).

If there’s any money left in the bank account after the heavy drug use, you can pick each jar up for $85 (around £43).

Find out more at the Jonathan Adler website

Yes, you can pick up a cheap cushion just about anywhere, but if you want something with impact (and a price tag to match), check out this Battersea Power Station suede cushion by Snowden Flood.

They’re pitched as art as opposed to everyday items, with the idea that they’re "modern heirlooms" that should retain their value in years to come. Crafted from soft leather and suede, the design is laser cut and then bonded by hand to the backing. And if you’re looking for iconic design, Battersea Power Station is certainly that.

Sold with a feather pad and made to order, they retail for £164.95.

Find out more at the Hidden Art Shop

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