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2. AudioOrb by PJADAD in collaboration with Studio Total : “I need this in my life,” managing editor Lise Avis sighs. “It’s the first loudspeaker that you can actually sit in! Surround yourself with tempu pillows and your favourite tune and you've got the ultimate relaxation experience." PHOTO Henrik Petersson. -
1. Glasscape by Aruliden for Gaia & Gino : “I think this is one fishbowl your pet goldfish is sure to remember. Each bowl is a unique and individually handblown,” art director Anton Pietersen says impressed. -
4. Knoffel by Dave Meinert : “Knoffel is the name of the long-suffering chihuahua in SA filmmaker Dave Meinert's series of short films. Look and feel for this brave old dog as he alone seems to get the gravitas of life on Earth. Classic!” features writer Debbie Loots emotes. -
3. Minotaures by Sacha Walckhoff : “Perfectly made, whimsical and French! These moo-cow ceramics just confirm my What-City-Should-You-Actually-Live-In quiz results: I’m Parisian at heart,” features and online editor Nadine Botha states emphatically. -
5. 250th Anniversary Chess Set by Nendo for Baccarat : Deputy editor Annemarie Meintjes is enthralled by this exquisite piece of craftsmanship that required 200 hours for cutting alone! -
6. The Fossil Project by Shahar Kagan : Ed-and-online assistant Chantel Hans is captivated by the creations of this Israeli designer. Various layers of waste polyurethane paint, and the unpredictable levels of humidity, heat and light, result in the most beautiful designs. PHOTOS Aviram Eitiel -
7. YolkFish Egg Yolk Separator by Peleg Design : "This simple fishy device makes the process of separating eggs so much easier, and so much more fun (watch the video to see the process better). As an avid pavlova-maker, I need it in my kitchen, stat!" brand manager Cecilia du Plessis is emphatic. -
8. Red Omega VERT VRT350HD Juicer : "Like a lot of people around this time, I’m on a health trip. I’m juicing to atone for the sins of yesteryear and I dream of the Omega, the holy grail of juicers," ed-at-large Malibongwe Tyilo admits. "I feel healthier just looking at it."
From elegant France to our very own sunny South Africa, the VISI team has prepared a visual feast of quirky minotaur crockery, the saddest dog in the world, hand-blown fishbowls, rad speakers you can sit in, recycled paint, a luxurious chess set and more! Our propensity for domestic bliss is also still strong with the ultimate juicer of all juicers and a surprising egg separating utensil.
1. aruliden.com/shop, gaiagino.com
2. pjadad.com/audioorb
3. galeriegosserez.com
4. macduff.tv/knoffel-15. baccarat.com, nendo.jp
6. kagan-design.com
7. peleg-design.comBrowse more of our Picks of the Week here.
