London-based artist Roger Hiorns created a crystal “wallpaper” by pumping copper sulphate solution into an abandoned flat, then leaving it to grow for months as the temperature dropped. The result? A hypnotizing floor-to-ceiling art installation that both chemists and art-lovers can appreciate in full. Amazing! LINK: SHAPE + COLOUR
Sure, this looks like nothing more than a smoky photograph, but it’s actually a giant resin sculpture made from soot and created by Polish artist Olaf Brzeski. Things are indeed never as they seem. LINK: OLAF BRZESKIl
Nathalie creates large-scale portraits with nothing more than strips of recycled tissue and tracing paper and pages from old books. The close up shots are just as mesmerizing as the portraits themselves. Insane talent! LINK: NATHALIE BOUTTE
Natural stone meets metallic colorways? You know I’m on board with this. LINK: GLADSTONE GALLERY
James creates beautiful work by suspending himself in the air while he paints. His set-up is nothing short of dedicated, and the result? Check out this round-up of rooms featuring James Nares’ art. Gorgeous! LINK: JAMES NARES
Origami-inspired products (like this!) are one of my favorite design trends of the moment, so naturally, this (super affordable!) lighting is high on my list of things to love. ($93) LINK: NELLIANNA on ETSY
Kvast Berlin is where your feet and legs sneak out in the middle of the night to have pure, adolescent fun. White socks uninvited. LINK: KVAST BERLIN
We still have a few months of winter left here in the midwest, so I’m in the mood for creamy, butterscotch tones to round out this dreary week. Perhaps a butterscotch hot chocolate lies in my future? Regardless, here are a few of my favorite butterscotch-hued products of the moment!: 1. Jess Wainer teardrop vase