Bill Amberg is mostly known for his handmade leather bags since has 1984 and recently made some headways with his Selvage Collection for this season. Some may be surprised to discover Amberg’s architectural projects division which offers bespoke service for interior design using leather, whether it be a private residence, commercial property, aeroplane or yacht. Surprising, but fitting. Each design is tailor-made to suit the client’s requirements and each piece is fully fitted by in-house craftsmen. Past notable projects include a vegetable tanned buffalo hide for the world’s biggest sailing yacht; a lightweight, fireproof leather for Lufthansa Technic’s specialist planes and as small as a residential telephone. Or you may have already unknowingly come across Amberg’s interior work already if you’ve ever stopped by Asprey and Claridges in London, the Kakimoto Arms salon in Tokyo or the Burberry in Milan. More information available here.

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You’ve most likely seen his work on your favorite Incase MacBook Pro sleeve, now LA-based Steven Harrington takes his contextual objectivism to your wall through a collaborative effort with Sixpack France. Officially part of the “Peyote Poem” collection, the ’60s psychedelic influenced artist fits perfectly with the collection’s inspiration in the desert landscape, hallucinatory drug experiences, and indian symbolism. Available exclusively here.

We’re pretty big fans of Spanish designer Jaime Hayon.  He imbues everything he creates with joy and flair, whether it be shoes for Camper or bright green rooster rocking chairs.  One of his latest creations is the Lounger, just unveiled at Salone del Mobile 2010 in Milan.  It is the finishing piece of his Showtime collection for BD Barcelona.  The wing chair, with a definite nod to Eames, has Hayon’s style through and through with his signature monochrome look and a perfect balance between style and comfort.  It will be available with an optional footrest and both leather and fabric options.

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Since 2000, Light+Building has been one of the world’s largest tradeshows featuring the most innovative products in architecture & technology, often acting as a forum for leading manufacturers to launch the latest and greatest trends to conquer the world. Typically at these type of events, when technologies start surfacing at more than one booth, you know it is becoming an important trend to look out for. This year, LED lighting in home applications has exploded onto the scene with some fabulously designed lighting solutions. Often utilized for its low-energy consumption, the increasing demand from consumers for eco-design has pushed both the technological and design elements LED technology has to offer. Here are the best of the best from Light+Building 2010.

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If there was ever a material making a comeback as of late it’s definitely Felt. Not only does it have a great look, it’s structural properties are extremely interesting; lightweight, sturdy, malleable -all things designers typically drool over. Belgian design-duo James Van Vossel and Tom de Vrieze, through their creative coop Fox & Freeze, have created an ingenious indoor lounge chair set to rival the Fat Boy you’ve got in your living room. Made from a single square sheet of synthetic felt, the FF1 Chair is entirely self-supporting, with only a flax rope added for aesthetic purposes. Surprisingly sturdy (see after the jump), the twisting of the felt flows together to create the seat & base.

Available here.

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Several years ago, designer Dean Heckler decided to leave behind a successful business as a software UX/UI designer for the decidedly more risky prospect of furniture design.  In our opinion, he has been instantly vindicated with his minimal and perfectly functional OneLessDesk design.  Heckler created it out of a distaste for the more common heavy wood desk designs that didn’t seem to jive with our modern flat screen monitors and sleek titanium notebooks.  The powder-coated steel design incorporates two “decks”, one slightly larger than the other which tucks underneath it.  All told, the desk only occupies 12 inches of room space when tucked together.  They are crafted in Phoenix, Arizona, and come finished in red, yellow, white, silver, and black, as well as custom color options at an extra cost.  You can also add the OneLessStand or OneLessFile.  They are all available direct here.

More pics after the jump.

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Dutch designer Sander Mulder is well-known for his dramatic, meticulously crafted, and often subversive design aesthetic.  We previously showed you his “About Time” desk clock which literally rolls around to show you the time inside a continuous sentence replacing standard numerals.  Another of our favorite Mulder designs are the “Woofers”, which are headless dog speakers that sound as brash as they look.  But the design that has really caught our eye of late, is the acrylic (more specifically PMMA) lamp series.  The lamps are made up of many large, contoured, clear acrylic sheets, cut using highly-accurate CNC milling, and realized in three distinct models: “Therese” (chandelier), “Josephine” (floor lamp), and “Marie-Louise” (table lamp).  The design is such that the light from a special flourescent bulb filters and radiates out through the sheets, making them glow in a quite stunning fashion.  In addition, eight different color filters are available, for an even more dramatic look.  Available here.

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With almost 30 years of experience, Boss Design has emerged as one of the premiere seating designers of the UK. Together with designer David Fox, the Kruze lineup was first released back in 2006 to rave reviews, with its current Lounge chair having just received the Gold Award at this years’ Office Furniture Exhibition in Dubai. With a classic high-contoured back, slim-lined silhouette and the option of full upholstery or leather, the Kruze Lounge is a stunning statement piece for your office or living space.

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Premier curators of British-style, Hackett Mayfair make an interesting array of products outside of their usual traditional British garb including this rug, that also doubles as a throw, scarf and blanket. As with their scarf we featured earlier this year with their wonderful logo, this is woven in Scotland from extra fine Merino wool. Available here.

Who doesn’t love lounging around in a comfortable t-shirt every once in a while, and while we’re not usually ones to notice, American Apparel has introduced bedding ($20-$56) that will help you nod off in that comfiness. Made from ultra soft jersey, these sheets not only feel great on the skin but get softer with every sleep, ensuring your rest time is the best time.

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Berlin designer Frank Buchwald’s Machine Lights series is comprised of 12 steampunk lamp designs that are handmade in extremely limited quantities and look like they could have come straight from the set of Dark City or Blade Runner.  The main structures are made of raw brass and steel, which are hand burnished to create a unique antique black and brown hue.  The industrial design aesthetic, complete with visible coils, filaments, cables, and flexible brass tubes, really lends these lights their edge.  Production time is at least four weeks depending on the model and prices are not for the meek (from $3,800 to $5,900, with Type 09 jumping all the way up to $15,500).  Buchwald will also entertain custom requests.

Irish furniture designer Joseph Walsh’s new bespoke collection Formations is an impressive display of form, function and material. Inspired by the natural forces of erosion and formation which occurs all around us, the pieces are interwoven with complexities and intricacies that baffle anyone who has the privilege to see them. Made mainly out of Ash (Burr Olive Ash, White Rippled Ash), the all-natural one of a kind pieces would instantly land your chalet or loft in an architectural magazine just by their presence. Take a look at the entire collection after the jump, or on Joseph Walsh’s website.

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