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‘James’ bar cart by
Yabu Pushelberg
for Stellar Works
The form: A black metal-framed trolley with a walnut handle, shelves
and wheels. What makes it special: Designed in 2016 by well-known
interior design studio Yabu Pushelberg, which has ofices in Toronto,
New York and Guangzhou, the ‘James’ bar cart is part of a collection
that includes a stool and a chaise lounge. All feature fine,
grid-like metal elements in combination with luxurious stitched
leather and walnut. The ‘James’ is a sophisticated and graphic
object with an aura of masculinity. It has oversized wheels,
but the overall look is subdued when compared to other
contemporary drinks trolleys such as the GamFratesi-designed ‘Chariot’
bar cart from Casamania. Beautiful to look at, this drinks trolley is also
highly practical and features rails that surround both shelves to ensure
bottles don’t fall of while moving the cart – a moveable tray
is also included. Yabu Pushelberg has recently become one
of the hottest object design studios around, working with
Dutch brand Linteloo and Czech brand Lasvit, but its fame
originates with interior design work from more than a decade
ago on projects such as the Four Seasons hotel in Tokyo.
Expect to pay: $2690. Buy at: Living Edge, livingedge.com.au.Natural materia
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