At Heal’s they say : The Dualit Vario Chrome 2 Slot Toaster is a design icon, having earned their reputation in the harsh reality of catering kitchens all over the world. Each one is hand-assembled and features the assembler’s individual mark on the base plate. Vario toasters feature our award-winning, patented ProHeat technology to increase the life and toasting efficiency of the elements. Features include: mechanical timer to control toasting , manually operated eject lever to keep items warm until needed, selector switch- use only the slots required, adjustable inner wire guard to grip toast,high lift mechanism to remove small items easily, extra wide 28mm slots to accommodate larger items, concealed crumb tray, adjustable rear foot. Sandwich cage is available separately. Go Vario here

Look also for the range of quality Vario toasters which includes new colours and 2- and 4- slot versions on offer

Technorati Tags: Dualit Vario 2-slot toaster, vario toasters

50′s Chrome Radio Controlled Wall Clock. Retro style clock with shaped metal black hands. Shadow open typeface numbers and clock face details complete the nostalgic look.

Dimensions : 37cm x 37cm x 10cm

This looks really stylish and timeless to suit most modern room interiors, and add that special retro touch. A clear no nonsense time piece.

50s Wall Clock from Heal’s. To see more...If you hurry , you can catch this item in a Spring Sale at 1/2 price .

Tulips are apparently not the only good things to come from Holland. This Spring you could be on your bike cycling a Dutch-style classic from the Hollander Collection. There are traditional styles of cycle to suit most people; the women’s vintage model in pink shown above has all the features you should expect . The maker’s accent is said to be on: retro design and quality materials,detail and accessories (including shiny bell ), and comfort (including spring-mounted saddle seat ).

The other surprise will be the price. High street quality is on offer, but at a much lower price. And, express delivery terms and stated hassle-free returns policy combine to help further ensure you enjoy the buying experience. You can view at made.com now.

Hollander - for men

Hollander – for men

Technorati Tags: bicycles, bikes, cycle, cycling, Hollander Collection

This is a well designed table lamp with some retro style with its armature action. This is a steal at GBP59.00. ‘nough probably said. You can take a look at the Marks and Spencer website here for modern and contemporary lighting

Technorati Tags: marks and spencer task table lamp, modern and contemporary lighting, task table lamp

STEEPLETONE TOUCH ROCK 50 JUKEBOX

This jukebox may not be the mighty Wurlitzer 850 of 1943, or the model 950 from 1950, as designed by Paul Fuller, but for a great deal less than you would have to pay at auction for an original Wurlitzer jukebox (possibly over $20,000), the Steeplegate Touch Rock 50 Jukebox is a handsome thing for den,lounge, or games room. To continue reading >>

Technorati Tags: Steepletone Rock Touch 50 Jukebox

Continuing our colour scheme of recent days for an upcoming Spring, or simply to re-energise your home, we bring you today a luxurious shutter rug from top designer rug company,Brink & Campman. In lime and natural colours, this hand tufted wool rug has been hand carved to highlight the beautiful mix of colours. With its contemporary design and its geometric shapes this rug is superb for adding a touch of colour to the living room. To read more here at the heal’s website >>

Dimensions : 170 x 230cm

Technorati Tags: Brink & Campman rugs, shutter rugs

If you have been following our recent posts you will detect the theme building going on in lime greens,lemongrass, and cool greys.Today, to add to the mix, we have a sideboard in a geometric pattern which smacks of a mid-century look and appeal. The designs are by  current exciting designer, artist and maker of fine furniture, Burgundy Applegate, and are beautifully presented by Heals ,a very long established retailer of the best of contemporary styles of furniture, who actively encourages up-coming talented designers by promoting and selling their work in the Heal’s Discovers series.

The sideboard is part of a set called the Geometry collection of fine furniture by Burgundy Applegate and you can see more here >>

Technorati Tags: burgundy applegate, retro style designe furniture, sideboards

Delighted to be showing work of prolific and talented Italian ceramic artist, Aldo Londi. These striking animal objets d’art are part of the Arkitectura range, the last collection by him. The  animals are handmade by ceramist masters and coated with precious glazes. Small imperfections that may be noticed are a proof of the hand processes involved in the manufacturing.

Aldo Londi born in 1911, first became passionate about pottery at the age of 11 years when he joined his first employment in the ceramics industry. In the WWII, he was a prisoner of war in South Africa but was able to continue his interest in pottery.Eventually, he returned to his home town in Montelupo of Florence and worked in the business of the famous Bitossi family. He became the master of ceramics and Artistic Director at Ceramica Bitossi responsible for many iconic designs, including the Rimini Blu series, named after a road junction in Italy.

You can visit the heal’s website to see the Arkitectura range of ceramic animals which could find a place in your heart.In stark contrast to the vivid colours of many earlier Londi pieces these striking figures show a serenity and style in white.

Technorati Tags: aldo londi, arkitectura ceramic animals range, ceramics, rimini blu

1935 was a particularly special year: Elvis Presley was born,and also the 1227 Anglepoise lamp with its three-springs design was produced for market. George Carwardine had designed his essential spring for his first lamp in 1932. These springs were used in series so as to enable the user to position the light wherever it was needed within its reach, confident that it would stay put. Reissued to celebrate its 75th Anniversary,the Original 1227 is made with aluminium arms and a heavily weighted base for extra stability. Supplied with an energy saving bulb.

Dimensions : Reach 70 cm, Shade 20 cm, Base 14 cm, Cable length 2 m

For a closer look at this truly classic design that revolutionised lamps for desks and work tables go take a look at the heal’s website

WISHING YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Keep an eye on the fabulous SALE offerings now and to come.

Technorati Tags: george cawardine anglepoise original lamp, lighting

                                2 weeks of 24-hour sales on selected pieces.Ends 11am Mon 9th January 2012. Catch it while you can.