Giftware - ALESSI
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Alessandro Corkscrew - Blue
| The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. Height: 21cm |
Alessandro Corkscrew – Red
| The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. Height: 21cm |
Anna G Corkscrew – Black
| A fun Alessi corkscrew designed by Mendini in 1994. Very efficient and easy to use - it's topped by Anna's smiling face. It's always popular as a gift. The Alessi Anna G corkscrew is made from chrome plated zamak with a coloured polyamide body. The rolled steel screw is treated for easier insertion into the cork. The long arms are very useful for extra leverage. Height: 24.5cm. Nicely gift boxed. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Anna G Corkscrew – Blue
| A fun Alessi corkscrew designed by Mendini in 1994. Very efficient and easy to use - it's topped by Anna's smiling face. It's always popular as a gift. The Alessi Anna G corkscrew is made from chrome plated zamak with a coloured polyamide body. The rolled steel screw is treated for easier insertion into the cork. The long arms are very useful for extra leverage. Height: 24.5cm. Nicely gift boxed. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Anna G Corkscrew – Chrome
| A fun Alessi corkscrew designed by Mendini in 1994. Very efficient and easy to use - it's topped by Anna's smiling face. It's always popular as a gift. The Alessi Anna G corkscrew is made from chrome plated zamak. The rolled steel screw is treated for easier insertion into the cork. The long arms are very useful for extra leverage. Height: 24.5cm. Nicely gift boxed. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Anna G Corkscrew – Red
| A fun Alessi corkscrew designed by Mendini in 1994. Very efficient and easy to use - it's topped by Anna's smiling face. It's always popular as a gift. The Alessi Anna G corkscrew is made from chrome plated zamak with a coloured polyamide body. The rolled steel screw is treated for easier insertion into the cork. The long arms are very useful for extra leverage. Height: 24.5cm. Nicely gift boxed. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Parrot Corkcrew – Green
| A traditional sommelier style corkscrew -- in the shape of parrot!. It is solidly made and expertly finished. Gift Boxed. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Parrot Corkscrew – Black
| A traditional sommelier style corkscrew -- in the shape of parrot!. It is solidly made and expertly finished. Gift Boxed. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Parrot Corkscrew – Blue
| A traditional sommelier style corkscrew -- in the shape of parrot!. It is solidly made and expertly finished. Gift Boxed. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Pop-Up - Bottle Cap Remover
| Bottle cap remover in stainless steel mirror polished. Egg shaped bottle cap remover uses an ingenious pressure opening mechanism to flip off the bottle caps. Simply place over bottle cap, press down and the cap pops off. Neat, beautiful and functional. Designer: Giovanni Alessi Anghini Giovanni Alessi Anghini was born in Milan. He spent his early years as a student in German-speaking Switzerland, often travelling to the UK and the US. Having studied Anthropology and Sociology at Florence University, he moved to Milan to study Industrial Design at the European Design Institute. Here, he worked for two years as a designer in Stefano Giovannoni's studio. He has been working freelance since 2006. He currently lives and works on Lake Maggiore. |
Alessandro "Rock" corkscrew
| Rock on! The Alessandro "Rock" is a fun and functional corkscrew for the wine lover. It is part of a limited collection designed in 2007 by Alessandro Mendini. Hand decorated and individually numbered. The Designer: Alessandro Mendini Born in Milan in 1931, former director of Casabella, Modo and Domus, winner of a Compasso d'Oro and designer of the Groninger Museum in Groningen, the Casino in Arosa, the Forum in Omegna, he is a designer, architect and image consultant for Philips, Swarovski, Swatch, and Bisazza. |
Tripod - Trivet with adjustable elements
| This object, which at first sight may seem like an item of jewellery, is in fact a trivet by the young designer Gabriele Chiave. Devised to dangle from a kitchen hook, it can be taken down and thrown like dice onto the dining table. Once a suitable position has been found for the article upon the table it transforms into a prop for boiling saucepans, scorching oven trays or hot serving dishes. Worthy of note is the contrast (present more often than one might think in the history of kitchen utensils) between the functional use of this unassuming item and the opportunity for aesthetic redemption presented by its decorative and stylish features. Designer: Gabriele Chiave Gabriele Chiave was born in Metz. Two years later he moved with his family, spending 4 years in Dakar, 5 in Caracas, 1 in Buenos Aires, 3 in Rome (where he completed his higher secondary education) and then 8 years in Milan where he studied Industrial Design at IED and began working with a number of design studios, including Syn design, Fabio Rotella, and Lorenza Bozzoli. He participated and exhibited in projects such as Emergency, Rotari, Epson, and Toshiba. From 2004 to 2006 he worked with Marc Sadler at the Ideal Standard European research centre, and he worked with many other companies. In the same period he was involved in and provided assistance for 6 lpwk/alessi workshops, which began in 2003 and are still being run. He has worked freelance for clients and customers in the design field since 2006. He has lived in Amsterdam since early 2007. |
Electric Kettle - Cream
| The famous Alessi cordless kettle with the bird whistle. It was designed for Alessi by Michael Graves in 1985 and has been a best seller ever since. The Alessi cordless electric kettle is made from beautifully mirror polished stainless steel and thermoplastic. It has a comfortable easy grip handles. Large positive on - off switch. Cable storage under the kettle - for safety. Fill lever indicator - this is a safety feature - make sure you become familiar with it. Overfilled kettles can release hot water from the spout whilst boiling. Alessi Cordless Electric Kettle is nicely gift boxed. Capacity: 150 cl - Height: 27cm The famous Alessi cordless kettle with the bird whistle. It was designed for Alessi by Michael Graves in 1985 and has been a best seller ever since. The Alessi cordless electric kettle is made from beautifully mirror polished stainless steel and thermoplastic. It has a comfortable easy grip handles. Large positive on - off switch. Cable storage under the kettle - for safety. Fill lever indicator - this is a safety feature - make sure you become familiar with it. Overfilled kettles can release hot water from the spout whilst boiling. Alessi Cordless Electric Kettle is nicely gift boxed. Capacity: 150 cl - Height: 27cm |
Super Star Bowl
| A 6 sections ideal to store sweets, snacks or hors d'oeuvres in highly polished stainless steel. 35.5cm x 4.5cm Designer: Tom Kovac Tom Kovac, of Slovene descent, is an Adjunct Professor of Architecture at rmit University in Melbourne, where he received a Bachelor of Architecture and Masters Degree. Kovac has taught, lectured and exhibited in Europe, Japan and the United States. Founded in 1992, Tom Kovac Architecture is a research, architecture and design office producing projects that combine the use of digital tools and manufacturing technologies for the conception and realisation of projects on varying scales. In 2002 Kovac participated in the 8th International Biennale of Architecture in Venice, with two projects for the United States Pavilion, World Trade Center, Past Present & Future and the Alessi City of Towers exhibition. Most recently Kovac has designed a proposal for the World Trade Centre in New York (2002), the digital environment The Light of Room for the theatre group Company in Space at the Melbourne Museum during the Melbourne Festival (2002) and the most recently completed the Urban Attitude project on Federation Square in Melbourne (2002). Current projects include the Digital Design Laboratory for the rmit University, a Virtual Learning Interactive Platform, an Alessi space to be built and exhibited in the Non Standard Architecture exhibition at the Pompidou Centre in Paris, collaboration on a line of international generic hyper sports clubs, and a series of international hotels. Since 2001 Kovac has also been Creative Design Director of Curvedigital, a joint project between rmit University and Melbourne Museum. |
Colombina - Salt and Pepper Castors
| Salt and Pepper Castors in Bone China. Designers: Doriana O. Mandrelli was born in Rome, where she graduated in History of Art from La Sapienza University in 1979. At the same University, she attended the School of Architecture, taught contemporary architecture and was a member of the board of In/arch (Istituto Nazionale di Architettura). She is director's assistance at the 7th International Biennale of Architecture in Venice and curator of some special sections of the exhibition. In 2002 she was named Officier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres de la République Française. Her partnership with Massimiliano Fuksas dates from 1985. She directs the Fuksas Design Section. Her work is characterised by continuous research into new materials and new techniques of manufacturing. Massimiliano Fuksas was born in Rome in 1944, where he graduated in architecture from La Sapienza University in 1969. In 1967 he opened a practice in Rome, followed in 1989 and 1993 by firms in Paris and Vienna. He now lives and works shuttling between Rome and Paris. He has taught in numerous universities, including the Staadtliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Stuttgart, the École Spéciale d'Architecture in Paris, the Akademie der Bildenden Künste in Vienna, Columbia University in New York, and La Sapienza University in Rome. In 1998 he won the Vitruvio International a la Trayectoria Award in Buenos Aires for his career. In 1999 he received the Grand Prix d'Architecture Française and the following year was named Accademico Nazionale di San Luca and Commandeur de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres de la République Française. In 2002 he was awarded the aia's Honorary Fellowship. In 1998-2000 he was director of the 7th International Biennale of Architecture in Venice exhibition: Less Aesthetics, More Ethics. Since January 2000 he has written the architectural column in L'Espresso that was founded by Bruno Zevi. His professional practice centers principally on the creation of public works, including university buildings and major urban complexes. |
Juicy Salif – Juicer
| Philippe Starck designed this juicer for Alessi in the second half of the 1980s. As well as being the most controversial citrus fruit squeezer of the 20th century, it has also become one of the icons of design of the 1990s, and it continues to be one of the most provocatively intelligent articles in Alessi. Just the right height to be used comfortably - press, turn and squeeze - the lemon or orange juice will quickly collect in a glass placed underneath the Salif. It is a simple one piece design - no need to fiddle with lots of bits and pieces. It is very easy to clean - run under warm as it is not dishwasher safe. The design is so nice that it really shouldn't be hidden away in the cupboard! Nicely gift boxed. The Alessi Juicy Salif is made from cast alloy and is 29cm high by 14cm diameter. Designer: Starck Philippe Born in Paris in 1949, he is one of the most original and creative designers of our time. He has obtained many important acknowledgements such as the Grand Prix National de la Création industrielle and the Honor Award of the American Institute of Architects, he considers himself as "a Japanese architect, an American art director, a German industrial designer, a French artistic director, an Italian furniture designer". |
Cheese Board
| The tastiest cheese board ever - you could almost eat it! The base looks like a hunk of the creamiest cheese - guarded jealously by a mouse on the dome. Typical of Michael Graves ingenious style and sense of fun. The base is mirror polished to Alessi's usual standards and the ceramic platter looks just like a piece of swiss cheese. The dome is made from PMMA. This cheese board / dome is 38cm in diameter and 20cm high. It is not dishwasher safe. Nicely gift boxed. Designer: Graves Michael Born in Indianapolis, he teaches architecture in Princeton since 1962. His architectural works include the Portland Building and the Humana Building, the extension of the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Newark Museum. He created the best-selling 9093 kettle for Alessi |
Nut-Spliter - Walnut Opener
| This delicate little tool is made from precision-cast steel and is inspired by an ancient gesture performed by farmers and foresters: opening a nut with both hands and the aid of a small hole punch. Alessi drew the inspiration from the winged shape of the maple seed: a symbol of freedom and fusion. Designer: Jim Hannon-Tan Born in Santiago de Compostela, Spain in 1975. He graduated with a Bachelor of Industrial Design from RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia. His collaborations include: 2000-1: Melbourne Movement, Australia; 2001-3: Jozeph Forakis Design, Milan; 2003-4: The Jam Factory, Adelaide; 2004-6: Sebastian Bergne Ltd, Bologna. His exhibitions include: Melbourne Movement, Milan 2001; Designboom '100% "Folding Chairs" London 2003; The Jam Factory Biennial, Adelaide 2004; Industreal "In Dust We Trust", "Model Ideas" and "Dreams" Milan 2004-6, Art Gallery of South Australia, The Art of Italian Design, Athens. |
ALESSI Miniature Kettle
| Many Alessi designers have achieved iconic status from the last 60 years of production and the miniatures collection was created with special consideration for the collectors of Alessi products. This gives fans a chance to expand their collection of the most iconic pieces and at the same time provides saving space and cost. The shape of the object is perfectly reproduced. It is made for decorative purposes only. Scale model of the iconic bird whistle kettle by Michael Graves. This kettle was originally made in 2005 Height: 7.8cm - Diameter: 7.3cm |
Mediterraneo Fruit Bowl
| A wonderful lively design from Alessi. A fruit bowl with attitude! Made from highly polished stainless steel - it is beautifully finished. Comes in a gift box. Diameter: 21cm. Height: 9.5cm. |
ALESSI Miniature "Girotondo" Fruit Bowl
| Many Alessi designers have achieved iconic status from the last 60 years of production and the miniatures collection was created with special consideration for the collectors of Alessi products. This gives fans a chance to expand their collection of the most iconic pieces and at the same time provides saving space and cost. The shape of the object is perfectly reproduced. It is made for decorative purposes only. It was originally made in 1996. Scale model of the Girotondo fruit bowl designed by the King Kong partnership. Height: 4cm - Diameter: 7.7cm |
ALESSI Miniature "Juicy Salif"
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| Many Alessi designers have achieved iconic status from the last 60 years of production and the miniatures collection was created with special consideration for the collectors of Alessi products. This gives fans a chance to expand their collection of the most iconic pieces and at the same time provides saving space and cost. The shape of the object is perfectly reproduced. It is made for decorative purposes only. It was originally made in 1990. Scale model of the iconic Juicy Salif citrus juicer by Philippe Starck. Height: 11.5cm - Diameter: 5cm |
ALESSI Miniature "Mami" Stockpot
| Many Alessi designers have achieved iconic status from the last 60 years of production and the miniatures collection was created with special consideration for the collectors of Alessi products. This gives fans a chance to expand their collection of the most iconic pieces and at the same time provides saving space and cost. The shape of the object is perfectly reproduced. It is made for decorative purposes only. It was originally made in 1999. Scale model of the Mami Stockpot designed by Stefano Giovannoni. Height: 8cm - Diameter: 7cm. |
ALESSI Miniature "Anna G." Corkscrew
| Many Alessi designers have achieved iconic status from the last 60 years of production and the miniatures collection was created with special consideration for the collectors of Alessi products. This gives fans a chance to expand their collection of the most iconic pieces and at the same time provides saving space and cost. The shape of the object is perfectly reproduced. It is made for decorative purposes only. It was originally made in 1994. Scale model of the Anna G Corkscrew by Alessandro Mendi. Height 10cm - Diameter: 3cm |
Alessi Miniature "Bombé" Teapot
| Many Alessi designers have achieved iconic status from the last 60 years of production and the miniatures collection was created with special consideration for the collectors of Alessi products. This gives fans a chance to expand their collection of the most iconic pieces and at the same time provides saving space and cost. The shape of the object is perfectly reproduced. It is made for decorative purposes only. It was originally made in 1945. Scale model of the Bombe teapot by Carlos Alessi. Height: 5cm Diameter: 7.2cm |
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