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Dezeen promotion: designer David Oxley has launched a slender, adjustable LED task lamp on crowd-funding website Kickstarter.

The Harvey LED task lamp has adjustable joints that are held together with magnets rather than springs or cantilevers, allowing a wider variety of movements than a typical desk lamp. LEDs mounted in the head direct light towards a metal reflector, giving an even quality of light.

Named after English physician William Harvey, the design is inspired by the classic form of traditional surgeons’ lamps and it is available in either black or white. A smaller version with only two joints, the Harvey Jnr, is also available in both colours.

Pledging to buy a lamp will ensure the design goes into production. Harvey is priced at £99 and the Harvey Jnr is £79, both with free shipping in the UK. A universal plug is included for international buyers. Visit the Harvey LED task lamp Kickstarter page here for more information and to back the project.

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Here is some text from David Oxley:

Project description

The Harvey LED task lamp combines state of the art LED lighting with a unique new fully adjustable joint.

Innovative new joint: Harvey is fully adjustable

What makes Harvey unique are the magnetic joints consisting of precision die cast aluminium with neodymium magnets housed inside. This allows for a massive range of movement and positions, whilst requiring the lightest of touches to adjust. The user can simply twist, push or pull the head to where they need more light. The strength of the magnets (four for each joint), combined with the super light body, results in a firm hold with no need for springs or cantilevers.

Cutting edge LEDs: Harvey is super bright and energy efficient

I named the lamp after William Harvey, the English physician who described completely the circulation of blood in the body. That’s because the light in Harvey is inspired by surgeons lamps, and consists of super bright Philips Luxeon LEDs which are fixed on an aluminium heat sink in the centre of the head. In my design, this light is diffused through a frosted glass disc and bounces off the curved metal reflector giving a well-directed even light source (avoiding the harshness often associated with LED lighting). The lamp produces 370 lumens of brightness whilst using only 3 Watts so is energy ‘A’ rated. However, in some situations super bright is not always best, and a dimmer is included so Harvey is at home in the home.

Harvey Junior

Harvey Junior is a smaller version of the Harvey lamp, with one less joint. It is ideal as a bedside lamp. All other aspects of Harvey Junior are the same as the original.

Price

Harvey is priced at £99 and Harvey Junior is £79, with free delivery in the UK. These prices are a major discount from the future retail price, and are exclusive for the Kickstarter campaign which is ending on December 14th.

Technical specification

» 370 lumens brightness
» 3 Watts
» 3000K colour temperature (warm white)
» 50,000 hour minimum LED life
» Three pivot points of articulation
» 360° lower arm rotation
» Maintenance free joints
» Dimmer included
» Convection airflow head for heat dissipation
» 1 metre horizontal and vertical reach
» Base weight 2.5KG
» Arm weight 0.3KG
» Burgundy or black power cord
» Energy efficiency ‘A’ rating
» Universal plug supplied

Quotes about the Harvey project:

» “brilliant idea, beautifully executed”, Tim Ball – Coventry University
» “beautiful desk lamp… an awesome project”, tech.mikeshouts.com
» “both technically remarkable and quite beautiful”, Johnny Magee – Manchester School of Art
» “cool new project out of Manchester”, frachelli.com
» “the Harvey lamp is what I need”, geardiary.com

About me

I’m a product designer based in Manchester. I work for TouchStar Technologies producing intrinsically safe handheld computers for industry. I have over ten years experience designing, developing and bringing products to market. I was also a guest lecturer at Salford University on the Product Design course. I have a passion for design, and so have produced Harvey in my spare time.

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Dezeen promotion: these space-saving stoves by fireplace manufacturers MCZ are designed to fit into tight spaces.

Ventilation systems can be installed in the walls to allow flues and ducts to be hidden from view, so the stoves can sit right up against the partitions.

The shallow Flat, Flair and Philo stoves are all are designed for narrow spaces such as hallways.

The cylindrical Tube stove is more suitable for corner installation – see our previous story about it here.

Each stove is available with Comfort Air technology, which distributes the air heated by the stove to other rooms up to eight metres away through the ventilation system – more information here.

The MCZ group has been manufacturing fireplaces since the 1980s, and has previously released a combined TV and fireplace and an eco-stove that won the IF Product Design Award 2011 (Toba stove below).

www.mcz.it/en

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Dezeen promotion: four design trade shows will take place as part of The May Design Series at exhibition centre ExCel London in May 2013 and the organisers are now accepting applications from exhibitors.

Above: Altdeutsche Cabinet by Studio Job for Moooi
Top: Bibliochaise by Nobody & co.

The four events called DX, Interiors LDN, kbb LDN and The Arc Show will all specialise in different areas of design for interiors.

Above: Big Ben by Marcel Wanders for Moooi

DX will feature design and technology for interiors, Interiors LDN will focus on furniture and interior design, kbb LDN will include designs for kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms and The Arc Show is all about lighting.

Above: light by Inspired by Design

To apply for a stand or for more information on exhibiting contact Joel Butler at UBM by emailing joel.butler@ubm.com or calling +44 (0) 207 921 8712.

Above: bathroom by TOTO

Confirmed exhibitors include design companies Moooi, Hitch Mylius, Deadgood and TOTO, and the exhibition spaces will be designed by Ab Rogers Design.

Above: Bibliochaise by Nobody & co.

The May Design Series will take place from 19 to 21 May 2012 at ExCel London.

Here is some information from the organisers:

The May Design Series – One Great City, Four Great Shows: Excel London, 19-21 May 2013

The May Design Series is a major new date in the trade event calendar, completing the international design circuit to bring the best and most exciting new products and ideas to London for solid, commercial business in 2013.

Organised by UBM BE (United Business Media Built Environment), four co-located design events will serve the London-based interior design, property, architectural and retail communities who buy and specify for projects around the globe.

DX explores how the pioneers of design and technology are shaping the interiors in which we live, work, and play. DX will host interactive exhibition space alongside new commissions, installations and an events programme, exploring beauty and intelligence at the forefront of design.

INTERIORS LDN features the best of contemporary British and international design for furniture and interiors, for the mid to high-end market.

kbb LDN showcases design innovation in the kitchen, bedroom and bathroom industry and is the nucleus for the mid to high-end business community.

The ARC Show brings together the full spectrum of architectural, retail and commercial lighting disciplines to source the very best intelligent and creative lighting.

Uniquely, the May Design Series will be designed by Ab Rogers Design, commissioned to create a forward-thinking and reinvigorated exhibition environment – proof that design events can be designed! The London based design studio has previously applied lyrical imagination to a diverse range of projects, including spaces in the Tate Modern and the Science Museum.

The May Design Series will be the first time that London-based buyers will have the opportunity to make fully-informed buying decisions at the end of the European show season, and see new designs as soon as they are launched.

Exhibitors already confirmed for the 2013 event include some of the most important and influential brands of the design industry today including; Moooi, Hitch Mylius, TOTO, PP Mobler, ERCO, Philips Color Kinetics, Ecosense, Poggenpohl, Baumatic, Aran Kitchens, Salice, Abode, Caple, Trend, Ted Todd, Vorwerk, Viaduct, Deadgood, Timorous Beasties, Harlequin and Scavolini.

UBM BE have a proven track record of delivering high-quality events, products and services. Leading UK brands include Barbour ABI, Building, BD, Property Week, Ecobuild, Sleep, Decorex International, INTERIORS UK and kbb Birmingham.

On the launch of the May Design Series, UBM Brand Director Andrew Vaughan commented: “We are thrilled to be offering the industry a full spectrum of design shows, each one tailored to fit an industry niche. With London stepping up its game to compete with other European shows, the May Design Series will provide a truly customised offering to potential exhibitors around the UK and Europe. We have been working very hard to bring this portfolio to fruition and are very excited to move into an exciting 2013.”

Limited space applies to The May Design Series. To apply for a stand or for more information on exhibiting contact Joel Butler at UBM on joel.butler@ubm.com or 0207 921 8712.

To keep up to date with the latest news and exhibitors, visit:

www.maydesignseries.com

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Dezeen promotion: Folding geometric lampshades by Italian furniture brand Artemide and Japanese designers Miyake Design Studio are among the products to be showcased at office furniture trade fair Orgatec 2012, taking place from 23 to 27 October in Cologne, Germany.

Each lampshade is folded from a single piece of fabric made of recycled plastic bottles, and doesn’t need a separate frame as the fibres in the material make it self-supporting.

Other exhibiting brands include Vitra, who will be showing the High Work range of standing tables and high office chairs (above), and MOX who will display the steel Cobra coat rack (below).

Furniture company Bene will be launching their Docklands collection designed by PearsonLloyd (above) at the event.

The trade fair open daily from 9am to 6pm on 23 to 27 October and will be held at the Koelnmesse GmbH exhibition hall in Cologne, Germany.

Visit the Orgatec website for more information and tickets.

The information below is from Orgatec:

Orgatec 2012 global sector meeting point

Worldwide office furnishings and Contract Business sector represented in October in Cologne.

The focal points: international dialogue on the future of office work and practical examples from all over the world.

From 23rd to 27th October 2012, Orgatec, leading International Trade Fair for Office and Facility, is once again set to make Cologne the global sector meeting point in all things modern working spaces.

At the leading international business platform for office and facility around 600 suppliers from approximately 40 countries are expected, including in particular, market leaders and innovation drivers from the participating sectors like, for example Actiu, ANKER-Teppichboden, Artemide, atelier schneeweiss, Belux, Bene, Bert Plantagie, brühl & sippold, Brunner, Burkhardt Leitner, CARPET CONCEPT, Casala, Castelli, CITTERIO, COR / interlübke, Dansk Wilton, Dauphin, Dieffebi, Engelbrechts, Gabriel, Haworth, Heradesign, InterfaceFLOR, interstuhl, König + Neurath, Object Carpet, Palmberg, Ruckstuhl, Secto Design, Sedus Stoll, Senator, serien Raumleuchten, SINETICA, Thonet, Tobias Grau, Toucan-T, tretford, TRILUX, UNIFOR, USM, van Esch, Vitra, Waldmann, Walter Knoll, Wästberg, Wilkhahn, WINI Büromöbel orr XAL.

“The extremely high quality and international range in the segments furnishings, lighting, flooring, acoustics and media technology is unique worldwide and enables the trade visitors to obtain a comprehensive overview of innovative solutions for the holistic design of professionally used rooms”, said Katharina C. Hamma, Chief Operating Officer Koelnmesse. In terms of contents, the event is concerning itself with the requirements of the modern working world. The solutions presented by the exhibitors show how well-planned workplaces promote the well-being and the creativity of the employees and, in the process, also increase companies’ efficiency and productivity.

The supporting programme at the event is placing the focus on current trends and developments along with practical examples from all over the world – this year with an even stronger international focus. “As the theme fair for the sector, Orgatec is presenting future-relevant themes and solutions, identifying trends and offering a great deal of scope for business and communication”, says Hamma. “We regard the clear commitment by renowned exhibitors from all over the world as confirmation of this concept.”

www.orgatec.com

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Dezeen promotion: Italian firm Refin are launching a collection of patterned ceramic tiles with graphic design studio FM Milan at the Cersaie 2012 design event in Bologna this week.

Four ranges named Carpet, Geometric, Majolica and Weave each include a set of graphic patterns that can be used on their own or laid in a patchwork.

The tiles are on display in Hall 36, Stand B32-C37/B33 during Cersaie 2012 at the Bologna Exhibition Centre from 25 to 29 September.

Here is some more information from Refin:

Ceramiche Refin launch new collection with studio FM Milano

Cersaie 2012 – Bologna, 25-29 September
Hall 36 Stand B32-C37/B33

The merger of culture, innovation and creativity has always been a characteristic of DesignTaleStudio, Refin’s ceramic experimentation laboratory. Working for the first time with studio FM Milano, a Milan-based graphic design agency, has led to the creation of Frame – a unique, bold and graphic collection of ceramic tiles.

Frame is a collection where graphic language uses the most modern ceramic technology to create highly decorative surfaces. Frame takes inspiration from materials, objects and traditional designs evolving and transforming them into a new aesthetic.

Comprised of four designs – Carpet, Geometric, Majolica, and Weave – the entire Frame collection uses graphic design in an inventive and contemporary way, re-interpreting traditional decorated ceramics. The design also becomes fragmented and the scale changes perception of the how the decorative element is seen. The result is an exciting new surface pattern that can easily be used by architects and interior designers to create innovative residential and commercial spaces.

“In planning the FRAME collection we took inspiration from traditional decorations that didn’t have much in common with each other, looking for new interpretations and introducing some new elements. In the case of Majolica, for example, we took a classic example apart and reinterpreted it in a contemporary way, introducing colour and size variations (from big to small). Moreover, Refin’s innovative technology allowed us to print different versions of the same subject and combine them together to create an original and sophisticated “patchwork” effect with a strong decorative and commercial impact.”
Barbara Forni, studio FM Milano.

www.refin-ceramic-tiles.com

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