Le Buisson, A New Collection Of Whimsical Fine Jewelry Launches At Colette.

Le Buisson is a new jewelry brand founded by Stéphane Arriubergé and Massimiliano Iorio (both of whom run Domestic), Matali Crasset, Francis Fichot and Michele Monory that has launched with a series of whimsical yellow and white gold pendents embellished with diamonds and colored gemstones.


above and below: Yellow and white gold (18K), white diamonds (0,03K) Transporteur pendant by Geneviève Gauckler. Signed and numbered:



The first three series of jewelry are designed by Matali Crasset, Genevieve Gauckler, Petra Mrzyk & Jean-François Moriceau.



The collection, which launched at Colette, includes Genevieve Guckler's adorable little creatures turned into 3D pendants as well as colored gemstone pendants in a variety of designs.



Gold and Diamond Creature pendants by Genevieve Gauckler:

Yellow gold (18K) and white diamonds (0,22K) Signed and numbered:

Yellow gold (18K) and white diamonds (0,01K) Patate pendant by Geneviève Gauckler. Signed and numbered:


Black gold (18K) Une Patate pendant, white diamonds (0,01K) and a White gold (18K) Thermokukus pendant, white diamonds (0,22K) by Geneviève Gauckler. Signed and numbered jewels:

White and yellow gold (18K) Trois Patates pendant, white diamonds (0,03K) by Geneviève Gauckler. Signed and numbered:

Yellow gold and white gold (18K) "Coeur" pendant, white diamonds (0,01K) and pink ruby (0,56ct) by Geneviève Gauckler. Signed and numbered:



See the available Genevieve Gauckler pieces here


Gold peanut with pearls:
Yellow gold (18K) and cultured pearls Peanut pendant by Mrzyk and Moriceau. Signed and numbered jewel:


Gold and Gemstone Torche pendants:

Yellow gold (18K) and pink rubellite stone (5,26K) and a yellow gold (18K) and blue topaz stone (28K) Torche pendant by Matali Crasset. Signed and numbered jewels:


Gold and Gemstone Mobility pendants:
White gold (18K) and green citrine stone (7,60K) yellow enamel Mobilité pendant and White gold (18cts) and citrine stone (6,30K), by Matali Crasset. Signed and numbered.

White gold (18cts) and blue topaz stone (6,50K) Mobilité pendant by Matali Crasset. Signed and numbered:


White gold and Gemstone creatures:

White gold (18K) and pink ruby stone (5,85K) Mr Bijou pendant by Mrzyk and Moriceau. Signed and numbered jewel:

White gold and blue topaz Mr Bijou pendant by Mrzyk and Moriceau. Signed and numbered jewel:


Yellow gold and colored gemstone baguettes pendant:
Yellow gold (18K), quartz, peridot, citrine and garnet (16,66K) Equaliseur pendant by Matali Crasset. Signed and numbered jewel:


White and yellow gold (18K) Sextime pendant by Mrzyk and Moriceau:



Le Buisson

Or shop for them here at Colette.

special thanks to Matali Crasset and Colette for the images.

Pentagram's Daniel Weil Designs A Clock For An Architect

Privately commissioned to create a gift for an architect, Daniel Weil created a one-of-a-kind clock that is both simple and complex. Reducing objects to their component parts has long fascinated Weil. The Radio in a Bag* he created for his degree show at the Royal College of Art three decades ago is an icon of 20th century industrial design. This clock is the latest demonstration of his interest in investigating not just how objects look, but how they work.




Constructed in ash and nickel-plated brass and silver, the clock is built of five separate elements. The numbers, both hours and minutes, are inscribed on the face and interior of a 9 3/4-inches diameter ring.




The mechanism for setting the time connects with the central mechanism with visible rubber belts.



A single AA battery provides power to the clock through visible power strips that are recessed in the assembly’s base. (Note the different screws that support the battery stand, keyed to the positive and negative poles of the power source.)



And, befitting the object’s recipient, the housing for the central mechanism takes the form of, literally, a house.




Daniel's sketches for the clock:






“Objects like clocks are both prosaic and profound,” says Weil. “Prosiac because of their ubiquity in everyday life, profound because of the mysterious nature of time itself. Time can be reduced to hours, minutes and seconds, just as a clock can be reduced to its component parts. This doesn’t explain time, but in a way simply exposes its mysterious essence.”

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above: Daniel Weil. 'Radio in a bag', 1983. 28.5 x 20.6 c


above article and images via Pentagram

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BeoSound 8. A Colorful & Cool Docking Station For iPhone, iPod and iPad.

BeoSound 8 is a new product from high-end audio favorite Bang & Olufsen. A powerful, essential speaker dock that unfolds your digital music collection taking the experience to a completely new level, conveniently and seamlessly. The BeoSound 8 defies industry standards as it features a distinct two dimensional design, bold form, and a superior sound quality due to its custom-made conical speakers and high-performance amplifiers.




It is also one of the few docking stations on the market that is directly compatible with the iPad, without having to utilize any extra wires or adapters, ensuring a clean, minimalist design.





BeoSound 8 (text from B&O):


Think of a room, any room. A bedroom, guest room, or open-plan kitchen? In a summerhouse, chic apartment, or family home? Now just add BeoSound 8 to fill up your room with Bang & Olufsen sound and style. If you keep your music on an iPad, iPhone, iPod or computer, you are all set to discover the iconic style and breathtaking sound quality that has made Bang & Olufsen one of the most sought-after names in home audio.



Move BeoSound 8 from room to room or hang it on a wall. All you need is a power outlet, your music player of choice, and a desire for real sound quality. Secure your iPad, iPhone, or iPod firmly in the adjustable holder and prepare for a surprise. The sleek speaker design gives little clue about the fidelity and depth of the sound that is about to come your way.



The conical shape of the speakers on BeoSound 8 has two functions. Design-wise, the shapes ‘disappear’ to create an unobtrusive impression from most viewing angles and make placement easier. In terms of audio quality, they eliminate standing waves by avoiding parallel surfaces. It may sound very technical, but you’ll find that the proof is in the experience.

Playing music from your own phone, computer, or media player gives you the advantage of a familiar navigation environment. In addition, you can now download an app version of the sleek and stylish BeoPlayer for your docked iPad, iPhone, or iPod. You can also adjust sound levels and skip tracks quickly and conveniently on BeoSound 8 itself. Music on a docked or USB linked device can be controlled via the dedicated round remote control or of course your existing Beo4 or Beo5 remote controls if you already own other Bang & Olufsen equipment.

To match your personal taste and the room you place it in, BeoSound 8 comes in either black or white with aluminium details and matching power cord. When you feel the need to add a splash of colour to the room, the list of options includes six fabric speaker covers in lavender blue, purple, green, yellow, black and white.

BeoSound 8
Price: $999
Dimensions: 26" x 9.4" x 6.5"
Weight: 9.35 lbs

Buy it here