We love a good collaboration. It’s the word of the moment and for good reason. Two creative heads are better than one, but it’s actually seven are better on this occasion. A couple of years ago, Backhouse Interiors and Designworks had a conversation with five prominent New Zealand lighting and furniture designers, which resulted in the launch of “Dialog” last Friday.
The Ballet Chair & Ballerina Table by Goldsworthy Studio for Dialog
The Edge Stool & Contour Sofa by Tim Webber for Dialog
According to Gary Backhouse, each of the pieces in the collection was critiqued in a dynamic workshop environment with the younger designers experiencing mentorship from the more experienced, who in turn were challenged and gained from the new ideas the younger designers brought in.
This very cool project saw each of the furniture and lighting products designed and manufactured in New Zealand for residential and commercial use.
The Acorn pendant lamp & Zax Stool by Tim Wigmore for Dialog
The Batten Sofa, The Batten Chair & The Pin Table by Jamie McLellan for Dialog
I like how most of the materials used in this collaboration are natural and while they are made specifically for Dialog and work well together, each of them carry the stamp of the individual designers.
The Dialog collaboration is another achievement in excellent New Zealand furniture and lighting design and I really hope to see it recognised in the international market.
Do you have any favourites here?
Mel xx
Fantail Light by David Trubridge for Dialog
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hi mel! i am totally in love with the acorn pendant! gorgeous!
I agree! Have a great day Ananda xx
Oooh, this range is fantastic! Hard to pick a favourite but the Ballerina table is pretty special…. xx
Pretty impressive. Yes the ballerina table is just beautiful! I’m coveting the acorn lamp also… ahhh with this job I need an endless source of income (and space to put it in!) xx