Nocturne Workshop | London (UK)

One man and his workshop; handcrafted in a small London workshop, Nocturne design modernist bespoke lighting and furniture. Founded by Simon Day, equipped with 15 years of experience working in and managing bespoke making and restoration workshops in London has pursued his admiration for materials and making by going it alone.

Since establishing Nocturne in 2011, Simon has set out to create unique lighting, inspired by 1940’s and 1950’s design, Simon’s ethos is utile yet elegant while keeping a honest integrity in every construction and build. The use of only high quality, responsibly sourced materials including wood, brass and aluminum are used to construct Nocturne lamps which are handmade to order. Simon’s East London workshop also offers a full restoration, design and bespoke commission service. Designing one-of-a-kind objects including lighting, mirrors, furniture and other collaborative projects with like-minded workshops and craftspeople keeps Simon at bay.

Top Left: Fela Lamp | Top Right: Otis Lamp | Lower Left: Dorsey Lamp | Lower Right: Otis Lamp
Photography by Rita Platt (London, UK)

Intern Magazine Issue One | Manchester (UK)

After a successful Kickstarter, Manchester based Intern Magazine presents Issue One (144 pages, perfect bound 240mm x 170mm), featuring work from Vincy Cheung, Jack Taylor, Lauren Murphy and Paul Phung. A learned perspective comes courtesy of Mike Perry, James Victore and Tim Lindsay among others.

Available from Intern Magazine online and selected worldwide stockists.

Abacus Totem Key Holder by Postal Co | Tokyo (JAP)

With misplacing a set of keys being up the top of our ‘annoyance’ list, we look to Shibuya based creators Postal Co who have thoughtfully considered the trauma of lost keys and designed the Abacus Totem Key Holder. Having started in 2000, New York bag designer Mike Abelson noticed his wife Yuri, a graphic designer, was having difficulty carrying around A4 size papers. Mike crated an envelope-shaped case with a button closure for Yuri, a purposeful solution became a modest beginning for Postal Co. Now based in Shibuya (Toyko), Postal Co presents designs that are set apart due to their supreme utility and ineffable warmth with results in objects of use that own an understated beauty.

The Abacus Totem Key Holder (D: 2 x 0.5 x 0.5") is a prime example of simple problem solving, handcrafted in Japan and made from solid brass, it holds a selection of keys with a screw closed rod. Also available with a tall totem screw closure.

Available from PostalCo online and selected stockists.

SS Flask by Stanley | Seattle (US)

With a rich history spanning over a century, Stanley was brought about by inventor William Stanley Jr. who forever altered the way hot drinks were consumed. By fusing vacuum insulation and the strength of steel, Stanley created a portable bottle that has ultimately become an icon, an essential tool for many workdays, road trips and outdoor adventures.

The SS Flask in the iconic hammertone green (8 oz, 236ml) is crafted from 18/8 stainless steel, that won’t rust and is naturally BPA free. Leak proof and featuring an integrated lanyard as to never lose your cap, the Stanley SS Flask is an ideal carrying tool for hot and cold drinks.

Available from Grandpa online and in their Stockholm and Goteborg stores.

Flash Vest by Western Mountaineering | San Jose (USA)

Founded in 1970 by Gary Schaezlein, Western Mountaineering was inspired by outings with his father and grandfather, wilderness pioneers, whose passions for the mountains left a lasting connection with the outdoors. With a vision of uncompromised excellence, a simple, meticulous design approach cohered with high quality workmanship and fine raw materials has remained constant at Western Mountaineering. Having started with the highest quality sleeping bags, Western Mountaineering added high performance down garments to their arsenal. The Fash Vest is crafted from a lightweight shell fabric, filled with 850 plus fill power goose down and only weighs 5 oz. An ideal mid layer for the colder months, made in North America.

Available from Albam Clothing online and at their London (UK) stores.