Aug 22, 2013

Bloggers’ Choice Awards Presented to Four Accent on Design Exhibitors

Four “Bloggers’ Choice Awards” for exemplary product design were presented to Accent on Design® exhibitors at the summer 2013 debut of NY NOW®, the Market for Home & Lifestyle (formerly NYIGF®), August 17-21, in New York City. Accent on Design is presented semi-annually at New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center as part of NY NOW’s HOME Collection.

Four bloggers from noted design and trend-watching sites each were invited to select one product, representing “urgent, odd and delightful design,” from among Accent on Design’s 150+ exhibitors.

“Design bloggers are on the front line, discovering promising talent and fresh ideas daily,” said Christian Falkenberg, NY NOW director and GLM senior vice president. “We’ve tapped into their up-to-the-minute perspective by inviting them to share their favorites from Accent on Design.”

The four bloggers, and the products each identified as the “next big thing,” are:

Joanne Domeniconi, The Grommet:

Guyot Designs (dba Spruce) (Deer Isle, ME) for its unbreakable, stemless, silicone wine glass. “Though their design is familiar, their modern materials make them distinctive. Unbreakable, dishwashable and ready for any activity – congratulations to Spruce on a fantastic and beautifully-designed innovation in housewares.”

Glenn Jackson Taylor, Core77:

MATERIOUS (Chicago, IL) for its Cut Once™ Heirloom wooden ruler and pen-tray, designed by Stephanie and Bruce Tharp. “At first glance it appears to be a minimal pen-tray but when turned upside down, the discreet laser engraved ruler markings are revealed, transforming this simple desktop object into a functional item. Made in the USA, the maple wood ruler is available in five colors and the machine-like retro typography on the ruler side is beautifully executed. It is immediately appealing, whimsical and a clever reinterpretation.”

Marisa Marcantonio, Stylebeat:

Seletti (Brooklyn, NY) for its Multidish platter designed by Maxime Ansjau. “Part surrealist, part functional, this artistic re-interpretation takes a classic porcelain motif to a new place. Themes typically associated with classic Netherland landscapes are turned upside down using the piece to serve its original intended purpose or as a display piece, it amuses while being innovative.”

Danielle McWilliams, Design-Calendar:

Areaware (Brooklyn, NY) for Little Big Trivet. “I just love its simple and smart design. Its dowels are easily adjusted to accommodate everything from a teapot to a large casserole dish. When not in use, it can be hung on a wall as colorful art!”

For more than 25 years, Accent on Design has been the industry’s leading resource for design-led merchandise, presenting a dynamic, juried collection of contemporary and innovative product lines from 150+ exhibitors across all categories. Accent on Design is presented semi-annually as part of NY NOW’s HOME Collection.

NY NOW’s four comprehensive collections – HOME, LIFESTYLE, HANDMADE and NEW! – will encompass 100,000 products in 400+ product categories. Some 35,000 attendees from all 50 states and more than 80 countries worldwide are expected. Information and registration is available online at www.nynow.com.