Love Bomb

When artists cross mediums of expression the result can usually go one of two ways, thankfully for artist and furniture manufacturer Allan Switzer the result is more than successful. While Switzer’s family may be known as a pre-eminent source for antique reproductions with quality craftsmanship, Allan has made a name for himself in the art world for thought provoking pieces done in style. Here is a new piece from the Canadian star called “Love Bomb”, the thing we most admire about Alan’s work is the attention to detail—the obscure message behind the perfect placed geometric pattern that almost works the viewer into a psychedelic trance. For more on Allan Switzer’s inspiring artwork visit Saatchi Gallery at saatchionline.com

Setting Your Sights Local

Here are K2 we are interested in all things beautiful, made with a great purpose and a soul to them. While most of the time that interest lends itself the to the international design world, we sometimes forget to step back and appreciate what is wonderful about our own backyard.  While recently in San Francisco’s Ferry building we fell back in love with one of nature’s finest pleasures—cheese. That gooey, earthy delight that when done well is unlike anything else.

Our current favorite is local producer Cowgirl Creamery—started in a barn in Point Reyes and now shipping worldwide. Their signature triple cream, Mt. Tamalpais cheese is out of this world and much like a fine wine, the cheese is made from a small-scale farm that respects the process, the animals and the surrounding local agriculture. Here’s our recommendation: Visit their shop at the Ferry Building, buy a round of your favorite cheese, pick up a fresh baguette at the Acme Bakery next door for the perfect afternoon.

Time Travel

A sliver of a space has opened up in NYC’s lower East side displaying beautiful artisan watches, like none you’ve seen before. The Orchard Street outpost is Japanese brand Dedegumo’s, first shop outside of Kyoto. Upon stepping inside you will find etched, engraved and textured one-of-a-kind timepieces all made in-house and completely customizable to your liking. We just can’t get enough of the unique displays in terrariums, beautifully wrapped boxes and small scale appeal of each watch. Sure to be collectors’ items, visit Dedegumo at 188 Orchard street if you’re in the area.

(images courtesy of Racked)