I can say with confidence that this chair receives the most attention in the showroom from those looking for something off-beat, fun, and from those under the age of 15. Kids love this chair! (adults do too… they’re just, for the most part, more reserved about expressing unabashed glee for big purple chairs. Or yellow ones for that matter.
Amoebe Chair, 1970 by Verner Panton for Vitra
This chair also comes in an even cheekier version – the high back Amoebe. This design offers all the comfort of a lounge chair with a place to rest your head. It also has a little wrap over ceiling, you know, in case it starts to rain The curved top edge further emphasizes that whimsy that Verner Panton is known and loved for.
High Back Amoebe Chair by Verner Panton for Vitra
This chair is certainly not short of character – it’s human like form is very expressive – see below… Amoebe: “Let me out to play!”
High Back Amoebe Chair looking longingly outside by Verner Panton for Vitra
Available in an array of lovable colours, both Amoebes are orderable on our website and/or through our showroom – 250-384-2554. We also have a purple version in stock on SALE – check it out on our clearance page, here.
Have you read the latest issue of YAM magazine yet? If not, you’re in for a treat… well several treats actually (as always with YAM) – but the sweetest part for us is that we’re in it!
It’s a feature on our very own “Project” upholstery line – our non-off-gassing and bio-degradable eco friendly collection. You would never know it, but this collection is also entirely slip covered, so you can remove the covers for cleaning or have multiples made for variety. Choose your custom size and fabric and our super skilled upholstery shop will build it for you right here in beautiful Victoria.
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Project Sofa and Chair by Gabriel Ross with Christina Hilborne's Urban Chic coffee table
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Arm detail, Project by Gabriel Ross
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Project Chair at sea, by Gabriel Ross
Questions? Contact us at our showroom for details at 250-384-2554. And be sure to pick up the latest copy of YAM!
We are participating in the apres holiday shopping savings … so now is the time to receive an additional 10% off your purchase at gabrielross.com (some exclusions apply). For another 6 days, enter the discount code: GRBOX10 when you checkout and save!
Nearly all our products are included in the sale. Whether you’ve been daydreaming about a Little Field of Flowers area rug from Nanimarquina or a Hans Wegner Easy Chair, now is the time to order.
Little Field of Flowers by Studio Tord Boontje for Nanimarquina
CH25 Easy Chair by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen
The boxing day sale includes products from nearly all of our suppliers – stainless steel from Blomus, the entire Alessi collection, design classics from Fritz Hansen, Kartell gnomes and ghost chairs, miniature Eames Lounge Chairs from Vitra… and much much more.
Tom Dixon, a British design house established in 2002, is the latest addition to our line up of noteworthy brands. Perhaps best known (lighting wise) for their “Jack Light”, the line carries a multitude of destined classics. Jack was originally produced in 1994 as an attempted revival and celebration of industrial production in the UK. Constructed with rotary molded plastic, this playful and sculptural floor lamp begs to be stacked.
Jack Light by Tom Dixon - photo: tomdixon.net
Jack Light detail by Tom Dixon - photo: tomdixon.net
A personal favorite in the Tom Dixon lighting line is the “Beat” collection. These fixtures offer a variety of shapes, 2 colour options, and a contrast of finishes within each piece. Either wrapped n a matte white or black exterior, these lights feature a sparkly mottled brass interior – hand beaten by skilled craftspeople in North India. Individually, these lights are exquisite sculptural forms, but when hung as a group, “Beat” takes on a whole new visual experience.
Beat Light Stout by Tom Dixon - photo: tomdixon.net
Beat Lights by Tom Dixon - photo: tomdixon.net
Beat Light Wide, white, by Tom Dixon - photo: tomdixon.net
Beat Lights by Tom Dixon - photo: tomdixon.net
Beat Light interior detail by Tom Dixon - photo: tomdixon.net
The Tom Dixon line offers several other suspension light fixtures, table lamps and floor lamps – all at an accessible price point. We are thrilled to have Tom Dixon as the latest addition to our line up of exceptional design products.
View the Tom Dixon line on our website, here.
Visit Tom Dixon’s website, here.
Alessi celebrated 90 years of innovative design by many of the world’s most renowned designers with a special collection of their most iconic products over the 9 decades. Each piece is stamped with the number “90″, the designer’s name, and the year it was originally produced. Beginning with the eternally classic cocktail shaker and ending with Mario Trimarchi’s modern centerpiece, this is a group of objects to make a design collector’s mouth water.
9090/6 90 Espresso Maker, Richard Sapper for Alessi
PSJS 90 Juicy Salif, Philippe Starck for Alessi
9093 90 Kettle, Michael Graves for Alessi
50 90 Sugar Bowl, Carlo Mazzeri and Anselmo Vitale for Alessi
55 90 Sugar Bowl, Carlo Mazzeri for Alessi
826/24 90 Wire Basket, Ufficio Tecnico Alessi
These pieces have been branded as a special and limited edition right through to the packing. Each piece is carefully wrapped in a unique box and labelled “Looking ahead to the next 90 years”.
With gift season upon us, Gabriel Ross is stocked with each item available individual purchase and also available as a set of 9. Treat your design savvy friend with a collector’s piece to be treasured for another 9 decades.
Love the Dyson fan design but can’t wait until summer to get one?
Hot Fan Heater by Dyson, photo: zillamag.com
Tada! Introducing the AM04 Dyson Hot Fan Heater – pushing heat further than standard heaters, heating up rooms quicker than standard heaters… all with precise temperature control and easy to clean. Another cool feature is the remote control (yes, remote control!) is magnetized and sticks to top of the tower so you’ll never misplace it.
Dyson Hot Fan Heater, photo: zillamag.com
With no exposed heating elements, this heater has all the sleek design properties of Dyson’s popular fan only with warm and cozy, curl up in a chair and read a book, toasty goodness. The encased heating system also saves users from that pesky burnt dust smell that can often happen with conventional space heaters.
Available at gabrielross.com – view and/or purchase the Dyson Hot Fan Heater, here.
Our latest showroom addition/LOVE is local designer Christina Hilborne’s AH-mazing coffee table – part of her “Urban Chic” collection. We love this table as much for its beauty as we do for its environmentally friendly composition and design. Kirei board (pronounced KEEray), the collection’s base material, is a by-product of Japan’s sorghum crops (grain crop). Prior to Kirei manufacturing, the after process straw like material was pitched into landfills or burned. With Kirei, it is compressed and sealed with a non-toxic water based adhesive, making it reusable for multiple purposes.
Kirei board detail - Urban Chic by Christina Hilborne
This piece has something for everyone. A substantial stripe of stainless steel inset in the top surface of this piece gives it an industrial flair – a cool and sexy juxtaposition against the warm and earthy Kirei grain.
Top surface detail - Urban Chic by Christina Hilborne
Afraid to hide the top of this beauty with magazines, glasses, and remote controls? Fear not – this design is made for the clutter bug. The hallow interior of the table body is not only functional – providing ample space for storage… it also serves to allow light and air to flow through this sculptural design. It is heavy and substantial in its square and sturdy composition, but also delicate with its open centre and beautifully considered angled feet.
Urban Chic Table Interior by Christina Hilborne
Urban Chic by Christina Hilborne
It appears our green Project sofa (local design and build by our own workshop) has found its perfect mate – both in aesthetics and environmental agenda. Both pieces were featured together on stage at the recent TEDx Victoria event.
Project Sofa and Urban Chic table at TEDx Victoria
To learn and see more of the incredibly talented Christina Hilborne, visit her website, here.
To inquire about the “Urban Chic” or “Project” collections, call our showroom at 250.384.2554 or toll free: 1-866-207-1111.
Crisp autumn air? Scarves and mittens? Holiday decor hits storefront windows? Hot tea and crackling fires? yah, yah, it’s all good, but what’s great about this time of year? Herman Miller is on SALE!
Today until December 12th, Herman Miller products are 15% off. Now that’s something to drink tea to.
Herman Miller is a canon of authentic mid century modern design – reproducing the greats: Charles and Ray Eames, George Nelson and Isamu Noguchi. The design house also commissions and manufactures contemporary designs from an array of talent including Yves Behar, the designer behind Herman Miller’s most recent office chair SAYL. They are also, of course, the name behind the infamous Aeron chair. They sign their name to the groundbreaking Embody chair and continue to push boundaries in the area of contemporary ergonomic office design each and every day.
Platform Bench by George Nelson for Herman Miller - photo: hermanmiller.com
Noguchi Table by Isamu Noguchi for Herman Miller - photo: hermanmiller.com
SAYL side chair by Yves Behar for Herman Miller - photo: hermanmiller.com
Aeron Chair by Bill Stumpf and Don Chadwick - photo: hermanmiller.com
Embody Chair by Bill Stumpf and Jeff Weber for Herman Miller - photo: hermanmiller.com
The newest addition to the Herman Miller line up is a partnership with Italian design company Magis.
This line carries products for indoor and outdoor and is committed to technology innovation, working with top designers from all over the world. Magis brings a breath of fresh air to an already impressive and dynamic selection of products in the Herman Miller portfolio. The best part? Magis products are also on SALE until December 12th!
Shop the sale for Magis by Herman Miller on our website, here.
Shop the sale for other great Herman Miller products on our website, here.
Tolomeo Micro table lamps by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide
Select Artemide products are now on SALE until December 31st. Which products? All the best ones of course. The classic Tolomeo and Tizio, Melampo family, and the Castore and Dioscuri table lamps are all featured at up to 34% off.
Tolomeo Micro table lamps by Michele De Lucchi and Giancarlo Fassina for Artemide
The Tolomeo, designed in 1999 is a hugely versatile light and come in various shapes and sizes. Shown above, the Tolomeo Micro, is the smallest version of this lamp and is available in several bright accent colours. This light became an instant design classic and can be spotted adorning the desks of architects and design savvy students alike.
Tizio table lamp by Richard Sapper for Artemide
The Tizio is a wonder of balance. This light can be maneuvered in all kinds of surprising directions, and its perfectly weighted arms and base will never fail. It also gives off a beautiful warm halogen glow that suits any office or living space.
Melamp Mega Floor lamp by Adrien Gardere for Artemide
Melamp Mega Floor lamp by Adrien Gardere for Artemide
As shown above, the Melampo family has a secret. The unique shade design allows the shade to lock into place facing downwards, at an angle, and pointing straight up. This provides either direct, indirect, or ambient lighting.
Castore Table Lamp collection by Michele De Lucchi for Artemide
Like upside down droplets of frosted water, the Castore table lamps by Michele De Lucchi are another Artemide classic. These lights come in various sizes and feature a touch technology that allows you to turn the light off and on, and adjust brightness all by the touch of a finger.
Dioscuri Table Lamp collection by Michele De Lucchi for Artemide
Dioscuri, also designed by De Lucchi, are similar to Castore in shape and finish but without the tall stand and round base. These lamps are simply beautiful glowing orbs that sit directly on the surface supporting them. Varying in price from $210-483 during the sale, this is a great time to add a little (or large) glow to your space.
Little Field of Flowers by Studio Tord Boontje for Nanimarquina - photo: nanimarquina.com
Nanimarquina, the exquisite area rug design company based in Spain, is 20% off until November 21st. This is a purchase that you will be happy with for reasons beyond great design and aesthetics. This company goes to great lengths to ensure that their products are ethically manufactured, working closely with Care and Fair’s initiative against child labour in carpet production.
Roses by Nani Marquina - photo: nanimarquina.com
Topissimo by Nani Marquina - photo: nanimarquina.com
Zoom Cojin by Nani Marquina - photo: nanimarquina.com
Nanimarquina carries a wide variety of unique rugs in a rainbow of colours and neutrals. There is design for every space in this line. The Victoria and Losanges designs are reminiscent of the delicate palette and patterns of Persian carpets while the Aros rugs are modern and minimal.
Victoria by Sybilla for Nani Marquina - photo: nanimarquina.com
Losanges by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Nanimarquina - photo: nanimarquina.com
Check out these and other Nanimarquina rugs on our website, here.
Visit Nanimarquina’s website, here.
Learn more about Care and Fair, here.
Read our earlier blog post on Losanges by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, here.
The curved top edge further emphasizes that whimsy that Verner Panton is known and loved for.
