Founded in 1956, Italian mosaic company Bissaza is a relatively young venture that has grown into a venerable business largely responsible for re-introducing lavish tile creations to interior design. In just over 50 years Bisazza has helped transform the traditional material into modern, stunning looks for today's spaces. The recent book Bisazza: Contemporary Mosaics is an overview that tells the story and presents the examples—from …
This 1958 short film, sponsored at the time by Chevrolet, was a tribute to men and women who design in America. It offers an extensive glimpse of architecture, interiors, furniture, product and technology that is iconic 1950s. Watch here and see how much has changed and how much has stayed the same. Thanks, Greg.
A couple years ago we talked about the architectural sculptor Erwin Hauer and his amazing biomorphic, continuous surface screens (here). We're now very excited to report that three selections from his 50s era work are being reissued and one new form has also been created. The screens, pictured and described here, are made to order. Contact Erwin Hauer Studios for more information.
