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  • Behind the Design: Allira Organizers

    Behind the Design: Allira Organizers

    We interviewed Industrial Designer, Jonah Takagi for the launch of his ALLIRA ORGANIZERS for Umbra.  Jonah Takagi received a BFA in Furniture Design from the Rhode Island School of Design in 2002....

    Paige Schnarr |

  • Behind the Design: Hangtime Clock

    Behind the Design: Hangtime Clock

    A modern and minimalist floating wall clock, this statement piece adds a unique and decorative element to your space while its sweeping quartz clock mechanisms ensures quiet, accurate time keeping....

    Paige Schnarr |

  • Behind the Design: Ridge Mirror

    Behind the Design: Ridge Mirror

    We interviewed VP of Design, Matt Carr, to learn more about his newest design, Ridge Mirror. Shop Ridge Mirror     What was the inspiration behind your design? (ie. time, place, material, other item etc.)...

    Paige Schnarr |

  • Behind the Design: Infinity Collection

    Behind the Design: Infinity Collection

    Written by Senior Design Lead, Sung wook Park  The original Infinity Round Frame was inspired by Freestanding art pieces and sculptures, displayed on pedestals. We asked ourselves, “What made PRISMA...

    Paige Schnarr |

  • Behind the Design: Alouette Hooks

    Behind the Design: Alouette Hooks

    We interviewed Industrial Designer, Brad Ascalon for the launch of his Alouette Hooks for Umbra.  Brad Ascalon’s eponymous award-winning studio was founded in 2006. The multidisciplinary designer specializes in furniture...

    Paige Schnarr |

  • Behind the Design: Woodrow Can

    Behind the Design: Woodrow Can

     Written by Director of Product Development, Henry Huang WOODROW TRASH CAN      What was the inspiration behind your design? (ie. time, place, material, other item etc.) I was inspired...

    Paige Schnarr |