The Cedars

September 5, 2020

Photography: Charlie Schuck Lighting: Shape-Up by L&G Studio — Photography: Charlie Schuck Lighting: Shape-Up by L&G Studio

At this time of uncertainty and anxiety, we've all had to look inward at ourselves and our surroundings to create new forms of balance and harmony in a chaotic world. This symbiosis of people and space has always been a core value for us. In this spirit, we'd like to share some of our favorite projects in which we've contributed to creating a powerful sense of place.

Originally built in 1883, The Cedars sits between the bay and the sound, at the entrance to the quiet town of Orient, New York. A few years ago a young couple began to envision the house as a place that would not only pay homage to the history of the place, but also fit their personalities. They wanted something design-forward, light, bright, and full of art and design. They then teamed up with Michael Yarinsky Studio to breathe life into their vision for the interiors and detailing.

Photography: Charlie Schuck Lighting: Myrna by L&G Studio — Photography: Charlie Schuck Lighting: Myrna by L&G Studio

As the house overlooks the Long Island sound, the scenery is ever-changing - with each unique sunset bathing the home in color. The interior references the moment when the ocean meets the sky. The color selection consists of muted blues and greens, contrasting with white-washed floors. The wallpaper captures ethereal mood and movements of the water. The lighting is playful and simultaneously brings together and elevates the use of organic materials in the home. The space is kept open with many moments of congregation with the intention of welcoming family and friends, over communal meals, shared stories, and intimate conversations. This communal spirit in mind, it was important to Office of Tangible Space and the clients to work with emerging designers as well as locals from the North Fork community.

Photography: Charlie Schuck Lighting: Maru by L&G Studio — Photography: Charlie Schuck Lighting: Maru by L&G Studio

"We love working with Ladies & Gentlemen Studio for so many reasons. Their practice is rooted in craft, community, and process in a way that few studios these days actually are - and it is so needed.

The empathic approach L&G takes to a rigorous traditional design process yields incredible humanistic design. Their studio also has a focus on community building and digging into design history which are parts of the design world often overlooked."

-Michael Yarinsky, Principal
Office of Tangible Space

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Photography: Charlie Schuck Lighting Clockwise: Shape-Up Pendant & Spun Pendant by L&G Studio

Maru by L&G StudioHere at L&G, nothing makes us feel more fulfilled than seeing our products so thoughtfully integrated into their surrounds. When carefully considered in conjunction with space, we believe objects have the power to bring functional and emotive cohesion to everyday life. The Cedars is such a prime example of this potential.

Office of Tangible Space has been a valued collaborator of ours for many years, over which we've built a relationship of mutual admiration and creative synergy that yields better and better results over time. This is the type of alignment we aspire to in all of our relationships.

In this spirit, our studio remains open (remotely), ready to discuss ways to make your spaces harmonious and meaningful.

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Hands to Work

April 7, 2020

'Hands To Work, Hearts to God', was a key tenet of the American Shakers: a mantra centered on the idea that something as simple as putting your hands to good use - be it cleaning, cooking, or making beautiful objects and tools - can lead to a higher spiritual state of mind.

Now, during this time of distress, we've found the Shaker ideals resonating with us even more especially at a time when there’s so much to ponder as the world reconsiders everything from social and economic order to the small simple everyday things and to rethinking our personal and collective values.

Product: Sound Brush / Photography: Charlie Schuck

What used to seem unimportant, trivial, mundane or even optional is now a necessity and disposable objects that weren't given a second thought to a month ago are now precious rare commodities. In a matter of weeks the whole world seems to have shifted into a new frame of time, new mindset, new rituals, and new values.

The pace of the pandemic is unprecedented, however, things like cleanliness, caring for others, persistence, and resiliency have always been important virtues for society. As designers, objects, rituals, and meanings are something we think about often - perhaps just under different lenses in better times. With all the changes in the world, we’re reminded that the mundane isn’t something to overlook - which is why we want to take this moment to look back and share one of our favorite Furnishing Utopia exhibitions Hands To Work back in 2018.

Collection from Furnishing Utopia / Photography: Charlie Schuck

'Hands to Work' is the third in a series of group shows responding to the study of the American Shakers. Organized by Furnishing Utopia, and sponsored by Design Within Reach, this show prompted 25+ international designers to reconsider the rituals behind simple everyday chores from cleaning to organizational work. The Shakers were the starting point as they believed that a day’s work on earth put one closer to heaven. Designers were asked to consider this while creating objects that speak to a modern chore and the ritual behind it. The resulting exhibition, curated and creative directed by L&G, debuted in May 2018's NYCxDesign to a delightfully receptive public.

Product: Waste-Not Soap and Bottle Holder / Photography: Charlie Schuck

In celebrating the simple act of doing chores, L&G created a series of brushes titled, 'Sound Brushes' with the help of a Swedish brush-making brand, Iris Hantverk. The simple cleaning brushes embellish the rhythmic action of brushing - giving haptic feedback to the motion through internal beads that act like sound instruments - bringing more sensory awareness to the act of cleaning.

We also created a series of small objects around the idea of frugality and not taking resources for granted. The 'Waste-Not' soap encourages people to take the last little bit of the previous bar of soap and join it to the new soap bar. The 'Waste-Not' bottle holder is a sculptural base to hold shampoo and or self-care products in bottles upside to get out every last drop. While these practices seem trivial - the habit of not wasting things can easily translate to many parts of our lives. We embrace the idea that small things can add up to mind shifts that create big change collectively.

Creative Direction: L&G Studio / Videography: Charlie Schuck

For the exhibit, we created a short video embracing the pleasing sensorial sounds of doing everyday rituals.
By taking a moment to reflect on what may seem like 'nothing', one can find a greater sense of calmness in small things and more joy in everyday existence.

May this short 3-minute Hands To Work video bring you a sense of calmness and peace during these tough times.

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On Materiality

February 27, 2020

Everyday we walk into our studio surrounded by a rich mosaic of bits and bobs loosely composed on open shelves - objects that have caught our eyes by speaking to our souls:

a weather-worn brick found on a Brooklyn street.
a finely machined piece of solid metal.
a shiny piece of handmade art glass.
an elegantly-shaped tree bough found in the woods.
etc.

At once mundane and magical, such matters are the building blocks of our products and a core part of our design approach. Our practice is built on a commitment to elevating the elemental beauty of materials independent of their perceived values. For this reason, our eclectic shelves are a critical instigator of our creative process.

While our shelves are often the starting point, the real magical moment is when a material's voice collides with ours. When pondering what made it 'speak' to us in the first place, we often find ourselves with more questions:

Where did it come from?
How was it made?
What makes it special?

This inquiry begins to reveal clues on how we might be able to amplify, celebrate, or give function to the materials' inherent quality. The inevitable question:

How can this magical material become a magical object?

One recent exploration has delved into the simple but poetic possibilities of thin sheet materials. Working from flat elemental shapes in metal and glass, we experimented with subtle manipulations that add structure and dimensionality to once 2D shapes. Our Myrna shade was born from this process wherein an ellipse is given form by a single broad bend along a diagonal axis. The result is a strikingly elegant gesture that defines space through form and light.

Furthering this exploration, the Moire Mobile takes a similar formal approach with perforated aluminum to reveal the simple magic of the perforation's semi-transparent characteristics.

Another moment all together, we created an entire immersive material garden for Muji - an experience that allowed us to share the beauty of raw materials with the general public.

There's a story to every product and project we make - and we could go on and on. However, we believe that such stories are best experienced in the process and outcome themselves, so we invite you to browse our collections while taking an extra minute to reflect on how material richness can enhance your particular space or life. We're always happy to help advise on how best to optimize our products for your project's unique character.

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Equalizer

January 28, 2020

Photo by Jonathan Hokklo, Installation by L&G Studio for Henrybuilt, 2019.

We believe in the power of lighting to work with the whole of a room's architecture to create quietly enriching spaces to spend time in.
In this spirit, we asked how lighting might be used to delineate space instead of walls or structure. With contemporary spaces becoming more open and free-flowing, there is still a need to define zones visually and functionally. With this need in mind, we imagined an expandable illuminated framework to respond to different interior conditions. Equalizer was born here as a series of illuminated shapes connected by a lightweight vertical structure.

Photo by Brooke Holm, Space designed by L&G Studio for SP01, 2016.

photo by Lauren Colman, Interior Designer Michael Yarinsky, 2015.

Comprised of a system of versatile modular fittings, we're able to create an expansive array of configurations from simple pendants to custom screens that undulate through spaces like room dividers. This flexibility enables a high degree of spatial integration created in collaboration with our clients. The results yield beautiful decorative lighting that is carefully tailored to fit the space's character and functional needs - able to fall anywhere on the spectrum from an immersive asymmetrical sculpture to a symmetrical repeating pattern.

photo by Lauren Colman, Installation at The Future Perfect in 2016

The Equalizer collection is crafted from finely machined anodized aluminum fittings and paired with handblown glass globes by our close collaborator John Hogan, based in Seattle. The glass is given a satin luster that emits a soft velvety glow when illuminated.

Additionally, this collection exclusively offers the Chameleon color way, a special glass effect developed by Hogan. The subtle gradient creates a mysterious yet magical color changing effect that shifts from sky blue to sunset pinks depending on surrounding light and viewing angle. It's a very special option that speaks to our obsession with material wonderment and the beauty of glass in general.

photo by Lauren Colman (left), photo by L&G Studio (right)

The Equalizer series is designed with versatility in mind, so it can be easily customized and configured in infinite ways based on the context and needs. So check out below to get a glimpse of what is possible!

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Krane / A collaborative collection

November 18, 2019

One of the amazing things about working in New York City is the incredible ways in which the world intersects here. As cliche as it is, the melting pot effect is real and an important ingredient of the creative vitality that manifests in magical, dynamic, and unexpected moments large and small. We find this so inspiring and why we were thrilled when one such moment crossed our paths shortly after landing here.

In 2016, our good friends at the Norwegian Consulate and Sight Unseen came with a casual invitation: collaborate with Norwegian Designers to create an object that represents the overlap of culture and the exchange of ideas. Always up for a collaborative opportunity, we jumped at the chance and were promptly connected with Vera & Kyte of Bergen, Norway.

Working over long distance via email and phone conference, we came to discover our Pacific Northwest roots are closely entangled with Nordic influences. Our conversations flowed and enlightened in unexpected ways considering we'd never met each other before. Our group discussions touched on culture and values and were inevitably framed by the idea of light. We learned Norway has a special intimate relationship with light due to their dark winters and long summers. We also discussed the way design is valued differently in Scandinavia, where appreciation is much broader, ubiquitous, and accessible than in the US. As we started to ideate, our concepts galvanized around the idea of creating a lamp that reflects this in an elegant and interactive way.

Through iterative sketches, we honed a collective design that became Krane.

The essential idea behind Krane is to create an intersection between a permanent, decorative light and a functional, portable lamp meant to adapt to spaces and needs. Instead of an expressive chandelier that sits in one position like a sculpture, we pared down a lamp into essential elements that illicit an interaction between the user and the light.

Krane's cord, armature, and light source all work together to create a simple expressive composition while providing users with the ability to move the light source closer or farther away with a single motion. One Krane can go from illuminating a dining table to an intimate reading lamp simply by changing its height. Its simple form can be installed in a variety of spaces without too much visual noise or expression.

Krane is available as a plug-in ceiling mounted fixture in two armature sizes (large and small) as well as a hardwired wall-mounted sconce version.

Krane is manufactured by Roll & Hill, who provide an amazing level of craft, finish, and technical refinement to the series alongside its illustrious collection of contemporary lighting.

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Composed / Dims Vanity Desk

October 17, 2019

We're thrilled to announce our new vanity desk we design for furniture brand, Dims.

'Composed' Vanity desk began with a simple question: how can a vanity be reimagined as a platform for healthy rituals around self-care? We imagined a place where one does more than dress themselves up but rather nurtures themselves physically and mentally as a daily wellness ritual integrated into contemporary life.
From this, our mission became clear - create a less vain vanity!

Our vision is to create a spot to take a break and focus for a moment on what makes one feel right and good. We believe this requires a focused piece of furniture to fit its environment, so we set out to create a 'just-right' center for self-care with a set of simple, useful features:

Flexibility to be used as a desk or everyday storage surface in addition to a vanity.
A stature that doesn't consume too much space, but functions exceptionally.
Thoughtfully sized storage sized to hold everything from jewelry to jars to tall product bottles.
A mirror size that isn't too dominating, adjustable, and removable to suit different conditions and preferences.
A simplified, contemporary form to fit a variety of interior styles.

Available in 4 color options with or without mirror on DIMS WEBSITE.

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Happy Summer

August 2, 2019

As the mid-year mark has come and gone, we're pausing to take a minute to reflect on some moments of wonderment from the year's experiences so far.

2019 has brought some amazing opportunities to further explore and expand upon our vision for designing with thoughtful curiosity. In this spirit, we want to thank you for being a part of the journey as we share some great moments!

JANUARY

INTERVIEW - WITH FERNANDO MASTRANGELO
We sat down with the talented Brooklyn-based designer, Fernando Mastrangelo, to speak about how we started, our process & approach, and our studio's evolution on Fernando's web channel, The Path.
>> WATCH VIDEO HERE

PRODUCT LAUNCH - ISO
We debuted a new lighting series, Iso, a versatile plug-in swing arm lamp that brings expressive overhead light to spaces without electrical boxes.
>> LEARN MORE HERE

FEBRUARY

EXHIBITION - 1stDIBS GALLERY
As newcomers to the 1stDibs platform, we were honored to have a guest popup space in the grand opening of their Manhattan gallery.
>> READ MORE HERE

WORKSHOP - MODERNISM IN THE MIDWEST
As organizers/curators of Furnishing Utopia, we ventured out to the Midwest spending 5 days exploring the utopian ideals at the root of American Modernist and reflected on how this visionary period has impacted design and our everyday life.
>> READ MORE HERE

MARCH

Product: Myrna Pendant / Photo: Michael Yarinsky Product: Ikabana Base / Photo: Charlie Schuck.

PROJECTS - CEDAR RESIDENCE
Honored to be part of a lovely project in Orient, NY by dear friend and architect Michael Yarinsky, who prominently used L&G lighting throughout the project to beautiful results!
>> READ MORE HERE

COLLABORATIONS - KAAREM x CHARLIE SCHUCK
Some collaborations are so strong, they endure over multiple iterations. Such is the case here as we creatively revisit and expand on past ideas with two of our favorite repeat collaborators - Kaarem and Charlie Schuck.
>> READ MORE HERE

APRIL

EXHIBITION - MILAN DESIGN WEEK
We teamed up with Calico Wallpaper and Mud Australia to create a collaborative exhibit focused on our collective embrace of craft, process, and simplicity. It was our first official exhibition in Milan and also marked the debut of our Myrna lighting series.
>> READ MORE HERE

WORKSHOP - ORIGIN IN PORTO
We ventured to Portugal to participate in a 4-day workshop focused on the country's rich artisan culture, hosted by the new bespoke brand Origin founded by designer Gabriel Tan. The result was our Salt series, a collection of beautifully textured vases using metallic salts in the firing process to create naturally varied colors and textures.
>> READ MORE HERE

MAY

HenrybuiltEXHIBITION - COMMON GROUND AT HENRYBUILT NY
A homecoming event of sorts as we joined up with Henrybuilt to explore the legacy and values we collectively strive towards (Dylan and Jean both worked with Henrybuilt in Seattle prior to starting L&G). The exhibit featured select works by L&G juxtaposed thoughtfully with Henrybuilt's systems and furniture along with curated Origin accessories. Our lighting will remain on view through September 31st.
>> READ MORE HERE

EXHIBITION - FURNISHING UTOPIA 4.0 AT HERMAN MILLER
This 4th iteration of Furnishing Utopia ushered in a new focus - the roots of American Modernism. The exhibition entitled 'Drawing Upon Frameworks' featured a curation of drawings by the design collective on view at Herman Miller's NYC flagship through September 31st.
>> READ MORE HERE

JUNE

PRODUCT LAUNCH - L&G X POKETO ISOMETRIC NOTEBOOK
We're excited to launch our first stationery product with our good friends at Poketo! We designed a notebook to (re)introduce the use of the isometric grid for ideating and doodling. The Isometric notebook is available in Dusty Rose or Sage.
>> READ MORE HERE

FEATURE - L&G STUDIO IN POKETO BOOK
We're incredibly thrilled to be included in Poketo Founder's new book, 'Creative Spaces' a celebration of creatives, their work, and their spaces. Featuring our studio 25+ other creatives from all around North America.
>> ORDER A COPY HERE

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Myrna Collection

May 1, 2019

We're extremely excited to announce the launch of Myrna, a new collection using color, shape, and materiality to define intimate spaces through light. Embracing the naturally sinuous qualities of sheet materials, Myrna expresses simple, sculptural gestures that add warmth and dimension to interior volumes.

Space by Giancarlo Valle, Photo by Stephen Kent

Myrna stemmed from a collaborative commission from fellow designer Giancarlo Valle in 2018, when he came to us with an intriguing request: challenge the traditional chandelier archetype while defining the dining space of his open loft home. The result was the Myrna Wall Mobile, a gestural variation on a swing arm lamp, made from blackened brass, tinted glass, and an oversized oval shade made from perforated steel. The counterweighted armature allows flexibility in the light's position, creating a positionable warm, embracing cast of light over the designated area.

Top left space by Michael Yarinsky, photo Hanna Grankvist. Top right photo by Ladies and Gentlemen Studio

Myrna's broad shade form is inspired by actress Myrna Loy's signature floppy hats, an elegantly strong and simple form created from a gently bent piece of sheet material. The structured, but organic shape has a remarkable ability to create an embracing gesture within larger surroundings making it perfect for dining and sitting areas. The shade also allows for an abundant array of material options from perforated aluminum, brass and stainless steel to a lovely bent glass, a process new to our studio. Each glass shade is formed from uniquely patterned art glass sheets and given a velvety surface finish resulting in an intriguing materiality that's thin and translucent with a stone-like pattern and hand.

(Photos by Ladies and Gentlemen Studio)

Though Myrna has already found it's way into some beautiful new homes and spaces, the collection was officially launched last month in Milan, at our Still/Life exhibition during the Salone del Mobile (more on that to come!)

Myrna is available in an angle-adjustable pendant, sconce, ceiling-mount, and wall mobile format in a variety of materials. The full scope of the collection can be explored via the link HERE.

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Launching Iso Swing Arm Lights

January 24, 2019

We’re really excited to share a new lighting series, name Iso. Iso began with consideration towards a common problem: how to create impactful, functional overhead lighting without a ceiling electrical box.

Addressing this challenge with three simple elements, Iso's single rotating armature elegantly cantilevers from the wall by the lamp's cord to strategically place a globe light source right where it needs to be. The result is an elemental sculpture of functionality in which each of the lamp's elements work together to define its use as well as its form.

Iso installs directly into a wall by two screw points and plugs directly into a wall outlet - eliminating the need for a dedicated junction box or need for an electrician. The arm's adjustable pivot allows the lamp to be positioned and repositioned as the use of a space evolves.

Available in two sizes, 60" and 30", Iso is suitable for installation over dining tables, sofas, or bedside.

A special selection of materials range from brass to tonal texture powder coats accented by a new selection of color-washed glass globes in a subtle yet elegant pearl-like finish.

Brass

Fog

Bronze

Rust

Get more information on Large Iso, and Small iso Swing arm lights for your next project!

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NY Design Week MAY 15-19

May 13, 2015

We've yet to have fully unpacked since our big move to New York, but we are ready for the upcoming NY Design week! L&G Studio will be launching new works, new collaborations, with new friends in new stores all around New York!

Read below for all the event details and come visit!

L&G SPECTACLE at Offsite
May 15-18

Join us at this year's NY Design week for the launch of new lighting and objects at Sight Unseen's Offsite show including limited edition items in collaboration with Avo, and John Hogan. We are excited to be exhibiting alongside John Hogan and Calico Wallpaper while collectively exploring the concept of visual illusion via material, light, pattern, and forms. You won't want to miss this SPECTACLE show. #offsiteSPECTACLE

OFFSITE / W. 36th st, New York, 10018
MAY 15-18 / Fri (12-7) Sat-Mon (11-6)

L&G Studio Shape Up for Roll & Hill
May 15-19

We're elated to have our Shape Up lights just recently launched at Salone de Mobile in Milan and then again for NY Design Week at The Future Perfect Showroom and DDC! Come see the new R&H edition as well as other amazing lighting by Jason Miller, Karl Zahn, Paul Loebach, LIndsey Adelman.

The Future Perfect / 55 Great Jones St, NY, 10012

DDC / 181 Madison Ave, NY, 10016

The Shed at The Standard Hotel by Makers & Brothers
May 14-17

The Shed by Makers & Brothers travelled all the way from Ireland to host a fresh selection of design and craft favorites in the luscious garden The Standard (East Village). Come pick up one of our mini chimes and enjoy the sounds of spring.

The Standard Hotel East Village / 25 Copper Square, NY, 10012

Outside the Box for Wanted
May 9th - May 19th

L&G Studio is part of the SEATTLE Outside of the Box curated by Darin Montgomery of Urbancase for Wanted Design. We're honored to be part of the exhibit which represents a variety of materials and aesthetics employed by the Seattle design community under the common theme of food & entertainment.

Wanted at Industry City / 2nd ave between 36th & 37th, Sunset Park, 11232

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L&G at AD Home Show

March 17, 2015

L&G STUDIO at AD MADE SECTION / BOOTH #168

Come visit us from Thur-Sat. 11am-7pm / Sun. 10am-6pm

L&G Studio will be debuting new lighting, home decor accessories, and special limited edition Ovis chairs in collaboration with AVO. We'll also be exhibiting alongside with our friends from Grain! We look forward to seeing you there!

PIERS 92 & 94 / 55th Street at 12th Ave, NYC, NY 10019

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L&G Studio at SuperPAC / Westedge Design Fair OCT 14-19

October 24, 2014

We're excited to share that we're part of a group design show called SuperPAC, curated by Jaime Derringer (editor of Design Milk) during Westedge Design Fair in Santa Monica from OCT 14th-19th.

Jaime hand picked 15+ design studios along the west coast from Vancouver, Seattle, Portland, down to Los Angeles and we couldn't be happier to be part of it!

Check out this impressive list below of all the participating designers and read more about it HERE!

100xbtr (Los Angeles, CA) / Brendan Ravenhill (Los Angeles, CA) / Mimi Jung (Los Angeles, CA) / Eric Trine (Long Beach, CA) / Iacoli & McAllister (Seattle WA) / graypants (Seattle, WA) / Hinterland Design (Gibsons, British Columbia, Canada) / Jeff Martin Joinery (Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada) / Ladies & Gentlemen Studio (Seattle, WA) / PECA (Zapopan, Jalisco, Mexico) / Phloem Studio(Portland, OR) / Rachel Denny (Beavercreek, OR) / Standard Socket (Seattle, WA) / Tanya Aguiniga (Los Angeles, CA) / Varian Designs (San Francisco, CA) / urbancase (Seattle, WA) / Wolfum (Los Angeles, CA) /Zoe Pawlak (Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada)

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Douglas + Bec's New Store in Australia

April 11, 2014

One of our favorite store and stockist, Douglas + Bec , just recently opened their beautiful new store in Melbourne, Australia! This is the first store that has the most comprehensive representation of our work. I nearly cried when I saw these photos of their amazing store AND with all our pieces so well displayed amongst all these other coveted design pieces.

Its rare that we ourselves get to see that many pieces of our own work shown in such a nice context, so we feel extremely lucky that D+B is so supportive of our work and studio especially coming all the way from New Zeland & Australia! .

Read more about D + B's new store opening on Design Files.

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Sight Unseen / Aug / 2013

August 26, 2013

We can't believe that L&G Studio got selected as one of the top 25 studios to make it in the Sight Unseen's American Design Hot List for 2013 as well as mentioned in one of the story they contributed on L’Arcobaleno.

We've been a HUGE fan of Sight Unseen blog ever since Jill & Monica started the design blog in 2009. They have been an integral part of the establishing the American design scene in while cultivating up & coming design talents.

So we couldn't be more honored to be recognized as one of the design studios on their top 25 list! Thank you Jill & Monica!

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Wind Chime Collaboration Pre-Sale!

May 15, 2013

We're just a day away from tomorrow's Reclaim NYC x 2 opening party! But check out the online pre-sale first and to get first dibs!

We couldn't be happier with the result of these wind chimes in collaboration with Nicholas Nyland! Nicholas made some really special ceramic chime pieces with various shapes, textures, and glazes. So every chime is one-of-a-kind!

Below are some of process late night shots and the finished chimes!

We'll also have a whole array of chimes for sale at Noho Next in these 3 styles amongst our Aura lights! The chime ranges from $95-$175

We will eventually put them on our website for sale, but for now, you'll have to come see/shop them in person...and come say hello!

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(L&G) + (NYC x Design) = NEW EXCITEMENT!

May 13, 2013

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L&G is proud to introduce two entirely new collections debuting at the upcoming NYC x Design week starting May 17-20th.

MIRAGE- A collection of optic-bending furniture from shelves to tables.

MARU- A collection of lighting and accessories that explores the functional and aesthetic versatility of mix materials in all types of circular forms.

Check out the collection HERE.

For the past month, we've been practically running on non-stop adrenaline straddling between excitement, caffeine, and sleep deprivation while gearing up to launch 2 collections, 7 new products, at 5 venues during NYC x Design 2013!

Here are the list of events that we'll be part of!

1. NOHO NEXT 2013 (we will be there, so come say hello!) @ Subculture, 45 Bleecker Street; May 17–20, 12pm to 7pm. Dylan & I will be there in person while exhibiting our brand new collections Mirage & Maru- a series of work from furniture, lighting, to small home accessories.

2. AmDC’s TROPHY @ Underground at The Standard, East Village Hotel, 25 Cooper Square; May 17–20 / 12pm to 7pm. We'll be exhibiting our special mirage shelves.

3. RECLAIM x 2 @ 446 Broadway, 3rd Floor; Thursday, May 16, 2013 / 7pm- 11pm. We've donated special one-off editions of L&G wind chimes made in collaboration with artist Nicholas Nyland for Reclaim's second charity sale.

4. STDARD SOCKET @ Wanted Design- 269 11th Avenue; May 18th-20th / 10am-7pm. Our ‘Full Turn’ lighting will be displayed as part of Standard Socket’s inaugural lighting collection.

5. STORY @ 144 10th Ave; May 1st-May 30th / 11-7pm. We're part of STORY's ever changing retail concept store offering some small gift & home goods at their current [DESIGN] theme popup shop.

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New Collaboration Brewing

April 16, 2013

We're really excited to be working with our dear friend/artist, Nicholas Nyland in creating a whole collection of wind chimes which we'll launch in mid-May!

We've been posting some process shots on our EXPLORATION page and we'll be sharing them next week and will be exhibiting them at New York Designweek along with other new works from MAY 17-20 at Reclaim NYC and Noho Design District. (Details TBA)

We've been a long-time fan of Nicholas' work and been wanting to work with him for years now! We love his fun & uninhibited way wanting to work with him for years now! We love his uninhibited ceramic pieces and his use of fun colors and textures.

Needless to say it's going to be an exciting collaboration and we think it'll yield a really interesting result contrasted with our simple forms and material pallet!

Here are some photos from our brainstorming session with Nicholas and at his lovely home!

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Ovis Lounge in LEATH-AH....

April 15, 2013

Finally! We made a special leather version of the Ovis Lounge Chair in untanned leather version for Tenoversix's new Dallas shop about a month ago and is really loving the look!

The best thing about the untanned leather is that it will get darker & shinier with use and I can only imagine the whole chair will age beautifully over time. We also made a new pillow with industrial wool felt with some added little details.

Here are some photos below.

We shall soon add this to our Ovis line soon as well as a macramé sling version, oh my!

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Photos of AmDC at MOST Salone x FAB in Milan

April 14, 2013

Check out these great photos from AmDC's exhibit in a beautiful old Italian courtyard. Talk about a dramatic setting!

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L&G going to Milan (in spirit)!

April 4, 2013

This is happening... AmDC's will be showing in Milan at Most Salone from April 9th-14th. Although we can't physically be there to join all the fun, we're still excited to have some of our works be shown under AmDC during that time!

Every small step is still a step closer to our dream, right?!

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