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ALESSI
NEW PRODUCTS FOR 2009

Kiwi is a container that looks like a bottle, made with a technique that
creates a compact and closed form. At the centre, is the handle and
opening underneath the handle, using the hollow already formed in
the main body as the funnel to hold 2 litres of water, with a long spout
at the end so plant pots are easily reached.

“The development of this product, with the help of a series of models,
is a story of true professionalism. This story might come as a surprise
to anyone who thinks that bringing a good idea to life means thinking
of it overnight, designing it in the morning and seeing the finished product
in the evening.” - Donato D’Urbino and Paolo Lomazzi

design by Lisa Vincitorio, a young
considerable recognition with her
original “Fruit Loop”, has now
created
a double wall glass sugar castor. This
arrangement creates an interesting
optical effect, so that the sugar
seems
to be floating inside a
crystal bubble, creating a
sensation of
extreme lightness on even the most
sophisticated tables

Taking inspiration from the
Emma Silvestris has designed a
basket for the table, with laser cut
piercing-work and décor. In two
sizes, 21 and 29 cm, and in two
versions: 18/10 stainless steel, and
purple-colour steel.“

butterfly) transforms and takes flight, becoming a family of objects
with sinuous, flexible shapes. Steven Blaess has designed a hook
for two different recommended applications. Both are made for
fixing to the wall, and are ideal for rooms such as the kitchen or
bathroom.
The “marli” basket was also inspired by the flight of a butterfly. In
the large version, it is simply a spacious stainless steel basket, ideal
for bread, fruit, or perhaps a bunch of cut flowers. The smaller size
could be a useful valet tray or a container for sundry objects.
Both also come in an interesting white coated s

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