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RG Madden


       
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Alessi – story behind the Hoffmann cutlery set

In 1903 architect Josef Hoffmann, together with Kolo Moser, founded the Wiener Werkstätte. He developed his simple geometric shapes starting from the curvilinear language of the European Art Nouveau. One of his most important works was the Stoclet Palace in Brussels (1905–1911).

Hoffmann’s cutlery set was first produced in 1906 by hand, in silver and silver plate, until 1910–1912. Now as part of the Alessi stable the set still reflects a search for functionality combined with extreme elegance and sophistication. While some of Hoffmann’s contemporaries raised doubts about the practical design of some of the items (the transversal concavity of the table spoon was one controversial point), those who actually used them refute these accusations.

     
      

Denton Corker Marshall –
Quintessentially Melbourne

While you would probably be aware of Denton Corker Marshall’s impact on the face of Melbourne through its many signature architectural projects (City Link, Melbourne Exhibition Centre, Melbourne Museum to name a few) you may not know that this Melbourne based design firm is also responsible for other much smaller scaled projects that can be found at RG Madden.

These include the Morph Vase (pictured) and a series of projects for the Italian brand Alessi which include the Presto mocha cup and spoon, and a limited edition coffee tower.

Own your own piece of iconic Melbourne design!

Morph vase: $109.00–$129.00
Alessi Presto mocha set of two: $199.00
Alessi Presto spoon set of four: $49.00
Alessi DCM coffee tower: POA

Denton Corker Marshall

 
   
      

Ross’ rave

On a recent trip through the McLaren Vale, I discovered the fantastic ‘Russell's Pizza’. If you are passing through Willunga make sure you book ahead to be sure not to miss Russell Jeavons' wood-oven pizza. Open Thursday and Friday nights only.

Russell’s PIzza
13 High St, Willunga
Telephone 08 8556 2571