Raw geology
{Table top-objects featuring re-appropriated industrial waste, more specifically scrap iron found in a Swedish forest, forms the basis for David Taylor's Slag series of candlesticks}
{Up-Down Light from Ben-Tovim Design is a contemporary twist on the classic industrial age height adjustable pendant light. A range of striking natural materials contrast with simple geometric forms to create a light that mixes functionality with a bold design statement}
{Pouting that I missed the boat (through procrastination) on getting some teal and aqua Agate coasters from Zakkia before they sold out. Not sure I want to spend the money on postage for the Teal and Gold Jonathan Adler ones pictured above, but they are stunning}
{As usual, Christopher Boots delivers some stunning work with Quartz crystal in his Diamond Ring pendant light. So. Love. Him}
{Fossilised wood stool or side tables from Sentosa Design are ancient petrified woody plants turned to stone through centuries of mineralisation. I was hoping to find some on my last trip to Myanmar (Burma) but didn't find any pieces that really grabbed me}
{Exquisite Malachite & Lapis Bauble Box on Natural Bronze from the inimitable Kelly Wearstler}