Ruutu Vase from iittala

Simplicity in shape. Complexity in skill and craftsmanship. Ruutu,  “diamond” in Finnish, 

is the award winning creation of Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec. 

Available in five sizes and seven colors. They are striking individually but, 

when clustered together, create an ethereal sculpture of color, light and form. $95-$295 

Holiday Gift Idea: Alvar Aalto vase from Iittala

The Aalto vase dates back to 1936 - first presented at the Paris World Fair the following year.  Its fluid, organic form is still mouth blown today at the Iittala factory.  It takes a team of seven skilled craftsmen working as one to creat one Aalto vase - an icon of modern design.  Alvar Aalto is undoubtedly one of the greatest names in modern architecture and Scandinavian design.  
$175 for the clear 6.25" version

AIA Portland Homes Tour 2012

The American Institute of Architects Portland will host its annual Homes Tour as a part of the 2012 Portland Architecture and Design Festival. Two of the projects will showcase lighting from Inform.

The CYRK Building by Hunter Williams/DECA Architecture has two beautiful Bocci custom installations.

The Twigg House by Seed Architecture/Bright Designlab will have fixtures from Tom Dixon and Foscarini.