Oct 28, 2011

Shoe?



The official opening of Safaa Alset solo exhibition took place at Saks Fifth Avenue -Bahrain City Centre on 25th Oct. 2011.

The exhibition will continue at Saks until the 8th of November to  move next to the premises of Albareh Art Gallery for another two weeks, until the 24th of  November,2011.

Debra's Pillows In INDEX 2011






Debra Williamson

Debra Williamson is the designer and creator of a the lovely modern typography house accessories that we very much love and have in store! Read some gossip she shared with us or check her collection here http://www.boxedonline.com/pillows-sachets/pillow-covers.html

Oct 19, 2011

We Love Food As Much As Design - Spicy Pumpkin Soup

We fell in love and went on drooling when we saw this recipe by Tara Ballantyne. The temperatures here are cooling down getting ready for the lovely winter nights and so we thought why not go for a sweet spicy cup of pumpkin soup!!!
 
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil
240 g (1 cup) chopped onions
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon grated ginger
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 L (4 cups) chicken or vegetable broth
425 g pumpkin puree (or 1 can pure pumpkin)
3.5 dl (1 1/2 cups) viking milk or cream
2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon honey
salt and pepper to taste
Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
Add onions and garlic. Cook until onions begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
Stir in ginger root and cook for 30 more seconds.
Stir in curry and flour until smooth. Cook until mixture begins to bubble.
Gradually whisk in broth and cook until thickened. Stir in pumpkin and evaporated milk.
Season with soy sauce, honey, salt and pepper.
Bring to just a boil, and remove from heat.
Garnish with roasted pumpkin seeds and sour cream.
*makes 8 servings

Styling and Food: Tara Ballantyne
Photography: Trine Thorsen

INDEX Here We Come!

We are almost ready for our trip end of this week to attend Index Exhibition . And we are very much looking forward to meeting many new faces there!
See you around.

Meet The Lovely Susie Stubbs


Based in Sydney, Australia, Susie designs and produces fabulous screen printed tea towels and yardage fabrics under the brand name ‘Flower Press’. Susie is a mother of three with a supportive family. We find her collection vibrant with colors and floral designs!

Oct 4, 2011

1st Featured Designer of October 2011


We are very excited to be starting this busy and exciting month with Mrs. Ana Carrico our first featured designer of the month! Ana Carrico designs some of our favourite printed modern plushies! Check the interview. You can view her lovely plushies here
Have a great October!

Oct 3, 2011

October's Newsletter is OUT!

 It’s been a really busy month, and hopes are high for the coming one; October. We will be participating in the Middle East and North Africa’s largest design exhibition, INDEX, taking place in Dubai, UAE.

Should you wish to receive the interactive copy of this newsletter, please don't hesitate to drop us a line at info@boxedonline.com or register for the next issue at our homepage http://www.boxedonline.com/!

Sep 28, 2011

Bright & Happy


Boxed homepage has never been more colorful! We are loving it and extremely excited about the new featured products!
Wishing you all lots of happiness and fun !

Sep 22, 2011

[Eye Candy]: Art by Julia Ibbini


I bumped into this artist's blog ,Julia Ibbini, by chance, and oh was I IMPRESSED! This painting particularly kept on catching my attention as I was going through the portfolio. Full of thoughts, mixed feelings and plenty of roller coasters, something of how life and memories join together.
Very interesting work indeed.
Sarah S.

*Image Details: 80cm x40cm Durst Lamda Print on Metallic Endura overlaid with inks by Julia Ibbini http://juliaibbini.blogspot.com/

Sep 20, 2011

Pandamonium!

Hi I am Pandamonium, yes this is my name, and I am one of Wilmarie's creations! Check the rest of the collection: http://www.boxedonline.com/boxed-juniors/plushies.html  , or Wilmarie's interview below..

Our last but not least featured designer of the month! Wilmarie Viljoen

Meet the designer behind this cute plushies collection! Her complete collection is sold here: http://www.boxedonline.com/boxed-juniors/plushies.html

Sep 19, 2011

A World of Yesterday's Tomorrows : By Nadine Spencer



Nadine Spencer’s illuminated city made up from nearly 800 laser-cut buildings captured our eye and attention! A World of Yesterday’s Tomorrows, is Nadine's final project while at Nottingham Trent University.
"The building shapes are all laser cut. I started with illustrations, put them through a computer process to make the laser-files, the cut them from mountboard that I had screen printed pigments onto. I had about 50 building templates overall and cut nearly 800 buildings to make the piece. The entire model breaks up into 7 segments and the wooden stand inside collapses so that I can transport it. So as you can imagine, it took real logistical thinking, engineering and a lot of maths to make which was a challenge, but came with immense gratification." Nadine Spencer

Ref: http://blog.artsthread.com , www.artsthread.com/viewer/

Sep 17, 2011

This week's Designer: Clemens Burkert!

 
Clemens Burkert is the designer and producer of the sophisticated line of gadget's sleeves and bags Pack&Smooch. View his products here: http://www.boxedonline.com/handmade-stationery.html

Sep 6, 2011

Exhibition In Bahrain: Faiza Saeed

For those of you in Bahrain this month here's a lovely exhibition that'll take place in Al Ali Mall, September 13th-16th, 2011 , 6-8PM for the talented mosaic designer Faiza Saeed.
Faiza is one of the first artists in Bahrain to focus on the craft of mosaic design will be exhibiting 150 tables, wall pieces, coffee tables, and pots, in her first showcase in Al Ali Mall.

Sep 5, 2011

September's Newsletter is OUT!

We think we are improving with 'the making of newsletters' and we are indeed enjoying it :)
**Should you wish to receive the interactive copy of this newsletter, please don't hesitate to drop us a line at info@boxedonline.com or register for the next issue at our homepage link www.boxedonline.com!

This Week's Featured Designer

Jacqueline Borwatiz is this week's featured designer; read her interview and see what she had to say when we asked her for a few style tips! Her Zpagetti ottomans can be purchased here http://www.boxedonline.com/furniture/ottomans.html
 

Aug 21, 2011

This Week's Featured Designer: Paula Petree!


This week's designer interview is with a wife, a mother, a grandma and a passionate knitter of colorful ottomans and cushions found in Boxed store! Meet the lovely and talented Mrs. Paula Petree here , and check her complete collection.


Aug 17, 2011

Think UP!


We had bumped into this lovely video discussing a new initiative about to take place in Dubai, UAE. Saleh Al Braik aka @Fearless in Dubai is the creator of Think UP; a new platform to support the younger generation and community in various means. Full of inspirational thoughts Saleh explains what Think UP will tackle in the community and how he plans to grow this lovely initiative!
We will keep an eye on this new platform/website and will wish Saleh and the team all the best!

Aug 14, 2011

[Eye Candy] : b for bonnie


We don't usually blog about other blogs, not for any specific reason but there's a lot of lovely blogs out there and if we start we'll probably never finish! However, today we bumped into a very irresistible one, we were fascinated by its minimal layout, breathtaking images and interesting content. The style and topics shout 'Love Me' or rather 'blog about me'! I guess we enjoyed it a lot.
Take a look, hope you like it too..
Sarah xx

Aug 10, 2011

We Love Food As Much As Design: Triple-Berry Crumb 'Mouthwatering' Pie ..Mmmm


Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1-1/2 cups ground hazelnuts
  • 1 cup sugar, divided
  • 3/4 cup cold butter, cubed
  • 2 cups fresh blackberries
  • 2 cups fresh blueberries
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
See the directions here.
Bon apetit!!

Photo by: Taste of Home

DIY Ottoman!


We bumped into this lovely step-by-step guide to how to make your own Ottoman. Brilliant and so enlightening, isn't it!?

Aug 9, 2011

Brand NEW!



Please welcome one of four new additions: The Papillion Lampshade!
Taking inspiration from the Chinese Origami Art, Guillaume designed and created this beautiful lampshade which is just one of many amazing products available now at Boxed. http://www.boxedonline.com/bra​nd-new/pappillion-lampshade.ht​ml

Gumball YUMMI Rug

Handmade Gumball Yummi rug, is a peice of art. We so fell in love with it and received multiple compliments from our clients. Alycia D'Avino creatively combined all the color pallets in one lovely full of texture rug. This indeed is a very 'happy' rug!!

Our New Featured Designer: Ms. Alycia D'Avino

"The greatest tip I could give anyone starting out in this business or any business is to THINK POSITIVE!"
Meet Alycia and learn more about her creative path..http://www.boxedonline.com/aly​cia-davino/ . Hope it inspires you.


Aug 8, 2011

Another Tower?!

Do we really need another tower?
Via Dezeen Wire: here’s the first image of the Kingdom Tower, about to begin construction in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and set to be the world’s tallest building at over 1000 metres.
The design is by Chicago firm Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture.

Thank You DesignMENA

We received good news today that Boxed Blog has been voted among 4-best blogs of the Month; Aug. 2011. We are so excited and very humbled by the choice.
Thank you DesignMENA. We are big fans of your website and efforts to enhancing the design scene in the Middle East!
xx
Link: http://www.designmena.com/people/blogs-month

Aug 3, 2011

The Dimensions of a Volcano Print by Judy Kaufmann


A digital print, striking in its simplicity and repetitive geometric shapes creating a colorful volcano with a blue background!! Bright colors indeed printed with pigment inks on Epson Archival Matte Paper (192g) for long lasting quality. This limited edition print will arrive hand signed and dated on the front.
Size: A3
Price: $ 42.00 (USD)

This Weeks Featured Designer: Ms. Judy Kaufmann

Judy's digital prints are exceptionally unique, they shout out modernism and beauty and at times make us smile. Enhance your walls with this simple yet outstanding prints.

Aug 2, 2011

August Newsletter: Trotting & Knotting

 
 
Here's August 2011 newsletter! We hope we have managed to inspire you with affordable modern furnishings and ideas for your apartment, loft or home.
Should you wish to receive the interactive copy of the same, please don't hesitate to drop us a line at info@boxedonline.com or register for the next issue at our homepage link!
 
Thank you,
Sarah S.

Jul 31, 2011

The reOrder Exhibit by Situ Studio

We can't get enough of this lovely installation in The Brooklyn Museum/New York.

The Brooklyn Museum is a lasting landmark in the New York area that brings more than 450,000 visitors annually to see its acclaimed artistic temporary exhibitions and permanent collections. The Great Hall of the museum, located on the first floor, is a 10,000 square foot room filled with 16 giant columns.  The hall which is positioned between the cafĂ©, museum book store and other creative exhibits, acts as a common area for museum visitors and personnel. It is also currently hosting an exhibit called, “reOrder,” until January 15 of 2012.
Image & Description via:
 http://www.contemporist.com/2011/07/27/the-reorder-exhibit-by-situ-studio/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+contemporist+%28CONTEMPORIST%29

Jul 26, 2011

We Love Food As Much As Design: Magnolia Bakery

Magnolia Bakery specializes in hand crafted classic American desserts. They make everything fresh from scratch in small batches throughout the day using only the finest ingredients. They bake the old-fashioned way without the use of preservatives or stabilizers so their desserts are meant to be enjoyed fresh from the oven.

Can be found in the Middle East in Bloomingdale's, Dubai, UAE.

Jul 23, 2011

This Week's Featured Designer: Ms. Della Lana


We are always fascinated by Della's designs and artistic sense to textures and shapes. We so love her wool pillows and rugs and admire how she allows their natural texture and shape to flow. Her products are one of a kind and of a limited edition.

Jul 17, 2011

The Neon Toucans in The National!

TOUCANS Silkscreen print by Mengsel found at our store was featured in The National paper in Abu Dhabi/UAE yesterday, 16th July 2011. The print was among few other interesting products from internationally and locally renowned stores! Loved the bird motif and selection of products!

Jul 16, 2011

We Are Loving The New Collage Prints!

We are not sure what grabs our attention in these lovely collage prints we have in store, perhaps its their exquisite romantic feel or the dreamy moment they bring. They kind of make you happy and uplifted in some way :) Check them out, we absolutley lov 'em!

Meet Yamarilet Pacheco; this week's featured designer!

Read what Yamarilet had to say when asked about her style and inspirational things around her that help her in the making of these lovely vessels!

Jul 12, 2011

We Love Food As Much As Design w/those Frozen Berry Cubes!

It's hot, it's humid and we need those Frozen Berry Cubes! Get the recipe and surprise your guests next time you entertain with a summery splash of color in their drink! Uhh.
Enjoy your summer.

Jul 10, 2011

Jul 9, 2011

This Weeks Featured Designer: Ms. Heather Knight

“I made the leap into being a full time artist when my boss at a local restaurant threw a jar of garlic at me. I quit and never looked back!”



   

Jul 4, 2011

Summer Swing With Boxed - July '11 Newsletter

We were a little busy the past few days preparing for our first newsletter, it wasn't as easy as expected I should say, but I think we did a great job. We tried to discuss interesting topics without making it too boring for you:)
Should you wish to receive the interactive copy of the same, please don't hesitate to drop us a line at info@boxedonline.com or register for the next issue at our homepage link!
Thank you,
Sarah S.

Jun 28, 2011

FoID feature at INDEX 2011, Dubai

 
Design concept by: Christian Merieau and Anil Mangalat, Samuel Creations SA, Dubai

'CUBOiD' to allow visitors to see and experience the talent and creativity of Middle East region's interior design professionalsAPID will be hosting a new and experimental feature area that will showcase the latest creative works, designs and trends of the region's talented pool of interior designers. This will take place during this year's edition of the INDEX International Design Exhibition 2011, which will be held from October 22 to October 25, 2011 at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The unique feature is part of the region's first 'Festival of Interior Design' (FOiD), which will also be held from October 22 to 25, 2011 across Dubai.

The CUBOiD is a distinctive cube-shaped structure designed and conceptualized by a team of local designers and will offer visitors to experience sheer creativity within an interior setting. A look inside the CUBOiD will bring you on an inspiring journey to experience interior design in its purest form. Stretching out over an area of 174 sq meters, the CUBOiD will be composed of 5 key areas with an experimentation zone at the heart of the feature. The feature also includes a library housing contemporary books, magazines and published journals on interior design and related subjects; an information area for both APID and FOiD combined with key exhibition areas displaying the latest works from student designers and entries for FOiD's design competition; and a café and meeting lounge for APID members, INDEX visitors and participants to hold discussions and networking sessions.