M+D+F in New York.

The Modern + Design + Function is an annual design contest that DWR has rolled out across the country. The winning entries were celebrated at Studios at the end of April and we thought we’d share some of the results with you. At the Flatiron Studio in Manhattan, more than 50 entries were received. The winning design was the grandly scaled Excel Floor Lamp by Rich, Brilliant, Willing – three young designers who create with the end user in mind. Winner for best sustainable design was Karl Zahn, whose Vladimir Mirror was made using two partially destroyed shipping pallets. The scars on the lumber tell a story of its travels. While the form is reminiscent of old Victorian mirrors, its origin is far from gold leaf. 

Pictured below, top to bottom: John Fondrisi, Proprietor of Flatiron, with Rich, Brilliant, Willing. Karl Zahn in front of Vladimir. M+D+F juror Ondine Karady with Cue Bench designer Matthew Bradshaw.

Posted by Kimberly Oliver

Comments

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That Excel floor lamp looks like something off a stage or movie set. I like the sheer size of it, it makes quite the statement.

Then I just have to add that John Fonridsi really looks like a gentleman that can handle himself in the kitchen. I bet you he is an awesome cook!