Stories

“Rebecca Asquith and Tim Wigmore: CleverBastards in Australia” 23 February 12
When CleverBastard Rebecca Asquith rang last year to tell us about her new design, the Nectar Lampshade in full and half, I was very intrigued. She described a lampshade that took its geometric inspiration from the honey bee's home, the bee hive. And when the shade arrived at our office it was exactly as Rebecca described it, even better. I like the shade best when it's lit up... Click here for more

“Clever Tasting at the Cloud” 19 September 11
The Cloud is a huge temporary structure measuring one hundred and seventy five meters. It is the length of two rugby paddocks. It is also the social hotspot for the Rugby World Cup, even Prime Minister John Key has been there. Beneath its ethereal folds contains some of New Zealand's best wine, food, technology, fashion, art and design. And this is where our CleverBastards come in.... Click here for more

“Roger Kelly wins again!” 12 August 08
Roger Kelly scores again winning the annual Design/Make Furniture Design Competition curated by the Waiheke Island Community Art Gallery.Running for the third year, this years theme was to construct a sideboard, balancing the storage and display aspects.The winning entry titled “Renovation” is constructed entirely of sustainable Radiata Pine to echo the structural elements of the Kiwi weatherboard home. The design challenges our perception of indoor/... Click here for more