Curvy design

Even though a size 6 is still the norm in showbusiness, it’s been noticeable for quite some time now that women are allowed to be somewhat curvy again. Most people see that as a positive evolution, but we’re not here to talk about the image of women in the media :) It was just an introduction to come to the following point: curviness exists in design too. Moreover, it’s one of the trends this year.

Apartment Therapy shows us that especially in European bathrooms rounded edges and circular forms are very popular this year.

The Boston Design Center sees it a bit broader and predicts a very feminine style with soft and curvy lines as one of the new trends for 2013.

And as for Smart Living Objects? Curviness and rounded edges have been in our collection for a while with the Slice and the Ball Chair, but the Bubble Frame and Smooth Frame are new products and now available in our store:

We care about your opinion, so let us know if you think they match the upcoming trend. And if you don't, you may write it in a comment as well :) 

Even though curvy lines and rounded edges are about to rock 2013 design, it’s a timeless style. The famous designer Joe Colombo used it in his designs back in the ‘60s:

  

If you want to learn more about his designs, you should visit the DesignMarkt in Ghent, Belgium this weekend. You can find everything there that Joe Colombo created. A must see for interested fans and big collectors.

If you decide to go, let us know how it was.

See you next time!