Louise Almon

Louise Almon

‘Present in Absence’ (works on paper by Louise Almon) was exhibited in September 2017 and evolved from the many years she has lived in Johannesburg working from a studio in Fordsburg, a historically significant suburb in this old part of the City of Gold. Says the...
Flexform: Este Sofa

Flexform: Este Sofa

The Este sofa, designed by architect Antonio Citterio, is a linear component sofa raised off the floor on a metal base covered with cowhide. The original structure adds character to the product; a light shell of metal sheets covered in cowhide that flares from the...
Berlin: Das Stue Hotel

Berlin: Das Stue Hotel

A demographic, economic, and aesthetic shift has quietly taken place in Berlin and the capital has a hotel that transcends the über-hipness of the city’s eastern districts. Das Stue (living room in Danish) is bringing back the concept of the drawing room with a sense...
Heino Schmitt Design: The (he)X Table

Heino Schmitt Design: The (he)X Table

Heino Schmitt has become renowned in the world of bespoke furniture design and manufacturing. His brand includes a celebration of collectible furniture and lighting pieces –  all unique, handcrafted, functional and aesthetically profound. Habitat was invited to...