Nest and Pod : The perfect addition to a modern home

It's nice to see an increase in modern pet furniture and accessories. Modernist pet owners no longer have to live with tacky items that clash with the rest of their home. They can now apply similar design aesthetics when selecting items for their pets. Gregory Kenny from Kilowatt Studio, a woodworker and designer from Vancouver (BC), created two beautiful modern cat beds that will look great in any modern space: Pod (shown above) and Nest (below), inspired by birds.

The beds are individually hand crafted in Canada, using wool, bamboo and organic cotton. So not only are they beautiful but they are eco-friendly as well. Another good reason to buy them is that a portion of the sales goes to the Vancouver Orphan Kitten Rescue Association.

Of course, these cute beds can also be used by small modernist dogs.

photo : Kilowatt Studio

modern candle holders

Ever seen these ultra modern candle holders by Morin Choinière? Made out of marble art glass and brushed aluminum, they come in various colors. Each are unique, just like a piece of art. I saw them for the first time at a design show in Montreal a while back and think it's a great way to incorporate a modern "fireplace" in your space without the need of a chimney. They are very easy to install as well. All you need are two frame hooks and a couple of tealight candles. I think they would look really nice in any room in your home and even a restaurant!

Morin Choinière was founded in 1989 by Richard Morin and Claude Choinière. They are based in Montreal, QC and carry other beautiful contemporary pieces, like their Wall Single Flower Vases and their Wall Bulletin Board . Check out their website for more.



photos : Morin Choinière

Beautiful solid wood furniture by IZM

I recently discovered izm, a really neat modern and minimalist furniture making company from Alberta,Canada. The line consists of a solid wood line designed and built to be collected and passed down. Designers Jerad Mack and Shane Pawluk created a collection of contemporary hardwood furniture inspired by the landscape of the Canadian Prairies, where they are from.

Izm has a beautiful collection of solid wood pieces including a low profile audio-visual unit, low and hi dressers that come in various configurations, original coffee and side tables, a bench (all shown below) and more.