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Arne Jacobsen Exhibition at Sphere Living Design

Andrew Pinnell — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 15:45:08 +0000

Sphere Living Design recently held and in-store exhibition in conjunction with Fritz Hansen to celebrate the life and work’s of architect and furniture designer Arne Jacobsen. Over 100 guests attended a VIP evening at the Clifton showroom on Thursday 27th October 2011.

Photographs courtesy of Jon Craig – http://freelancinguk.co.uk/

Sphere Living Design to host Arne Jacobsen Exhibition

Andrew Pinnell — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 09:31:42 +0000

The life and works of one of the foremost Danish designers, Arne Jacobsen (1902 – 1971), is to be acknowledged in an exhibition at the Sphere Living Design furniture store in Clifton, Bristol.

Running from Tuesday 25th October until Wednesday 2nd November, the exhibition will feature examples of Jacobsen’s instantly recognisable furniture designs, plus a collection of installations documenting his career.

In addition to being renowned for creating timeless furniture pieces including the Egg & Swan lounge chairs, plus the ever-popular Series 7 dining chair, Jacobsen created the very concept of “total design” which was reflected in all of his work.

However, Jacobsen was much more than just a furniture designer. He is widely regarded as one of the most influential architects of his time which is gloriously manifest in Copenhagen’s Royal Hotel, completed in 1960. Now often known as the Radisson Blu, the hotel stands as a vibrant, living celebration of his contribution to both architecture and interior design where visitors can indulge in his penchant for detail and perfection.

Designed by the New York-based architect Michael Sheridan, the exhibition is presented by Fritz Hansen which remains one of the world’s leading designer furniture manufacturers. Indeed, Jacobsen’s relationship with Fritz Hansen himself dates back to 1934 when the two men forged a highly successful commercial partnership.

The collaboration was based on a mutual desire to push the boundaries of both furniture and manufacturing techniques which in no small part contributed to Denmark’s reputation as a tour de force in modern interior design.The very essence of the Sphere Living Design brand is rooted in the inspiration of designers such as Jacobsen and other luminaries which include Charles & Ray Eames, Verner Panton and George Nelson to name but a few.

Markit Group Case Study

Andrew Pinnell — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 09:53:54 +0000

Markit Group Limited is one of the fastest growing brands in the financial information services sector with over 2,000 employees.

Prestigious architects tp bennett LLP were awarded the contract to design the interiors of Markit’s new London offices on Ropemaker Street and duly appointed 3Sphere to source workstations, furniture and loose package.

3Sphere presented a contemporary scheme for the reception, board room, breakout areas and café using a variety of proven suppliers. Haworth workstations and Humanscale task chairs predominate with storage from Bisley, executive desking from W.J. White and Eames’ DAR chairs in the meeting rooms.

The fabulous reception features elegant Flow chairs from Walter Knoll whilst the magnificent board room is dominated by Fritz Hansen Oxford chairs in distinctive brown leather, plus a table from Howe that simply screams ‘corporate power’.

The dining area is adorned with orange and white Catifa 46 chairs from Arper with circular white and steel Hitch Mylius tables throughout. The loose package includes additional products from Fritz Hansen and B&B Italia.

The Markit project highlights the respective talents of tp bennett and 3Sphere which has combined to produce another wonderful London office interior.

www.markit.com

3Sphere Croquet Challenge at Babington House

Andrew Pinnell — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 09:26:46 +0000

3Sphere held their annual croquet challenge tournament on a glorious June afternoon at Babington House, near Frome.

Kindly sponsored by Humanscale, the event has become a highly anticipated occasion in the office interiors calendar and attracted teams from Savills (three times winners of the competition) Noyes-Lewis, Nick Bevan Consulting Limited, Humanscale, Tuffin Ferraby Taylor LLP, Burston Cook Associates and of course, Team 3Sphere

A great day was had by all and 3Sphere would like to thank Humanscale for their support, plus all the teams for taking part.

From left to right: Matthew Ellis (3Sphere), Paul Williams (Savills), Pakize Nasuh (Humanscale), Chris Meredith (Savills), Brian Winward (3Sphere)

From left to right: Steve Lewis & Nick Sheepy (Humanscale), Fred & Dan (Burston Cook Associates)

From left to right: Simon Noyes-Lewis, Richard Crabb (Nick Bevan Consultancy), Ben Sercombe & Jack Holland (Tuffin Ferraby Taylor LLP)

From left to right: Chris Meredith & Paul Williams (Savills), Jack Holland & Ben Sercombe (Tuffin Ferraby Taylor LLP)

Sphere Living Design in the Media

Andrew Pinnell — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 10:18:20 +0000

The following adverts and articles are to be published in the regional media throughout May & June. Click the links below to view PDF’s of the designs.

To view a PDF version of specially commissioned advert for the Summer issue of the RWA magazine, please click here

To view a PDF version of The Bristol Magazine PR feature, please click here

To view a PDF version of the Eames Lounge Chair advert appearing in various magazines, please click here

To view a PDF version of the Summer Offers advert appearing in various magazines, please click here

To view a PDF version of the Clifton Times and The Bristol Man PR feature, please click here

To view a PDF version of the Clifton Life Editorial feature ‘On the Up: Bristol’s New Businesses’, please click here

To view a PDF version of the Fritz Hansen Free Footstool advert appearing in various magazines, please click here

Sphere Living Design – May Bank Holiday Sale

Andrew Pinnell — Wed, 25 May 2011 09:32:37 +0000

Interior shots of Sphere Living Design

Andrew Pinnell — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 12:54:39 +0000

Sphere Store Launch – Thursday 7th April

Andrew Pinnell — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 11:48:22 +0000

Sphere launched their first retail store with a champagne reception in their Bristol showroom on a balmy spring evening in early April.

The event was attended by over one hundred guests plus many luminaries from the designer furniture world including Tony & Helen Ash from Vitra, Jan Vejsholt from Fritz Hansen and Kim Monrad representing Muuto & Randers.

Surrounded by pieces from the likes of Charles & Ray Eames, Arne Jacobsen and George Nelson, the showroom provides a fitting backdrop to celebrate both the launch of the Sphere Living Design brand and the very best of classic and contemporary designer furniture.

Photographs courtesy of Jon Craig from Clifton Life magazine published by Media Clash.

Sphere Living Design launch advertisements

Andrew Pinnell — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 11:58:20 +0000

With the imminent launch of the Sphere Living Design store in Clifton, Bristol on Saturday 9th April, please view the first of a series of full pages adverts that we are running in Bath & Clifton Life magazines.

The theme of the ads mirror that of the Sphere brand by combining beautiful pieces of designer furniture with the provenance of the actual designers.

We can’t wait to open our doors to you all on the 9th April.

Sphere – Designer Furniture Store arrives in Clifton Triangle.

Andrew Pinnell — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 10:25:55 +0000

Sphere – Living Design
Opening Saturday 9th April

Sphere is delighted to invite you to the launch of their new designer furniture store on Saturday 9th April in Queens Avenue, between the bustle of Park Street and Whiteladies Road.

The event will provide the perfect opportunity for you to view a stunning range of furniture produced by some of the world’s leading designers and meet the team behind the new inspirational Sphere brand.

Embracing the strap-line ‘Living Design’, Sphere will appeal to all those with an interest in the golden age of furniture design, from the Bauhaus era which spanned the fifties and sixties right up to today’s cutting edge design influences.

In the words of Sphere’s Director, Matt Ellis:
“There has been a sharp increase in the popularity of genuine designer furniture over the last few years and Sphere will serve to be a retail hub for those interested in the products and culture personified by Charles & Ray Eames, Verner Panton, Arne Jacobsen, The Bouroullec Brothers, Alvar Aalto and many others across the furniture, product and accessory market.

Supported by renowned manufacturers such as Vitra, Fritz Hansen and Iittala, Sphere will represent the values and aspirations of these and many other furniture brands which have achieved iconic status the world over.

Bristol’s renaissance as both a commercial and retail destination was a central facet in our decision to launch our flagship Sphere store and we are looking forward to a long and happy relationship with the city”.

It has been virtually impossible not to have noticed the increasing influence of the aforementioned designers upon modern popular culture. From Mad Men to the pages of Elle Decoration, classic pieces such as the Eames lounge chair, Jacobsen’s Egg design and Nelson clock’s have achieved cult status among interior designers, celebrated architects and the so-called bright young things.

Sphere brings this world to life in the heart of Bristol and we look forward to the pleasure of your company on the 9th April.