Burg Giebichenstein Kunsthochschule Halle, which was part of the exhibition at Ventura Lambrate 2012 in Milan. One of the exhibiting students, Judith Jacobi, showed her Kreuzband stool. Kreuzband uses the human “locomotor system” as a model for its construction. The human body’s bones and tendons are replaced by wood and rope, so the stool doesn’t need nails or screws. Because of the flexible design, Kreuzband can also be folded. This skeletal construction is covered with a leather-surface, allowing to sit comfortable and relaxed (isn’t that all we ask from seating, anyway?).

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There are a number of churches around the globe that have been converted into truly impressive homes. The decor ranges from modern and minimal to rustic and cozy. Here is a peek inside these holy homes…

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Gravity Stool by Amsterdam-based designer Jólan van der Wiel is a project that if nothing else, it’s quite magical. Using a combination of gravity and magnetic fields, he’s able to sculpt these organically shaped stools that are unique and one-of-a-kind. So, how does he do it? Well, to begin with he’s concocted a mixture of liquid plastic and iron. He’s also designed a “magnet machine” that houses super strong magnets that basically lift the material up forming the unusual shapes that the stool becomes.
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Hold It Contemporary Home is proud to be featuring the Tumbling Blocks from Global Views. Made with stainless steel and measuring 13 x 11 x 13, each block is sure to capture your guests eyes no matter what room they are displayed in.

Come by the showroom and see them for yourself!

How can these pieces not make you happy? The chair, pouf, and rugs by MYK are made of fun and colorful pom-poms, otherwise known as the “bommel” in German, that are bound to make anyone feel like a kid again. Each pom-pom is made entirely by hand and with each object containing up to 1300 of them, they are definitely a labor of love.

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Not Tom was approached by British bone china maker Buttercup China to create a stand at the Spring Fair 2012. Lining the wall with over 800 plates to create a giant scalloped pattern, Not Tom was able to demonstrate how simple, quality products can create a dramatic impact. The display won the best stand in show prize, too.

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Furniture taste is a variable thing, but there’s no denying that these pieces are weird. Avant-garde, modern, and just downright painful, this furniture is not for the faint of couch. These pieces seem to belong more in a museum than a living room. Defying expectations of what furniture should look like, and still managing to be aesthetically interesting is an admirable feat.

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Hold It Contemporary Home is proud to be called home to 16 one-of-a-kind Thai Air Roots from Liana Vines! Each piece is collected from the forests of Thailand and then sanded and bleached to give it a distinct, unique look! Come by the store and see them up close for yourself!

Who said walking on rocks had to be painful? This rug by Neora Zigler, not only resembles a pebble design, but is actually made with real pebbles! Each pebble is individually sewn inside of the fabric to form the carpet, creating an appearance of being light weight and soft, but is surprisingly heavy and firm because of the stones inside. Inspired by the clean, minimalist aesthetic of Eastern cultures, Zigler created a calm, soothing and soft underfoot experience that actually seems to massage you while you walk.
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Hold It Contemporary Home is proud to introduce the Clark Bed from Four Hand’s Bina Collection. The line is a unique set of influences- from mid – century design to old world craftsmanship – where they come together to form an eclectic and versatile collection. The Clark Bed is made from reclaimed demolition material (South American exotic hardwoods), American Black Walnut, and White Oak and is available as a Queen or King size.

Pricing: Queen- $1995, King- $2395

“We’re creating something that will stand the test of time, something that will have lasting value.”

– Thomas Bina