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Discover Germany | Design | Dedicated to Design
Dedicated to Design... Right now there is an abundance of exciting quality design coming out of Germany. As true pioneers of unique design trends and lifestyle tendencies, here are some of the noteworthy frontrunners, shaping both the German and the international design landscape.
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BY JULIE GULDBRANDSEN
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Knife block in luxurious Carrara marble by Cap. Makes a beautiful statement on the kitchen counter and provides a safe and stable place for your sharp blades. £492. www.cap-direct.de
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Qlocktwo is an original wall clock that displays the time in words in a letter grid consisting of 110 letters. Turning the moment into a statement - “it is half past seven” - it makes you stop and look at time in a different way. Available in two different sizes, seven colours and 12 languages. From £820. store.biegertfunk.com
The MY table lamp designed by Tobias Grau sophisticatedly blends bone china, oak and polished aluminium. It gives off that lovely type of deep light that creates a tender warmness in a room. £387. www.tobias-grau.com
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This cool stool designed by Raumfieber gives the rubber band a new function. While only decorative the rubber band is a central visual feature of this quirky design. Four different colours (red, yellow, green and purple) are included. £142. www.ambientedirect.com The sculptural table Xenia by Belfakto makes an elegant dining space or a distinguished conference table. With no inconvenient table legs at the corners and a variety of table tops, including asymmetrical versions, it is ideal for lengthy dinner conversations. From £4,000. www.belfakto.com
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