FAB FIFTIES FABRIC

The contemporary style of the 1950s was given a huge boost by the Festival of Britain in 1951, which provided the visual platform for the most talented designers of the age to shine. This was most evident in the textile design of the period which proved the quickest and easiest way to modernize your home. Some of the best designs were made by David Whitehead Ltd, their work features extensively in the V&A collection, including this fabulous design from 1954. Always on the lookout for original samples, we are delighted to have sourced two lengths of 'Flowerpots' designed by Tom Mellors for David Whitehead.

A stunning roller printed spun rayon it has all the key elements of contemporary design, stylized skeletal plant forms with blocks of colour combine to make this an iconic design. POA-info@kirkmodern.com

FIESTA

There's a Retro Fiesta tomorrow (Sunday) in Belfast. The RetroRooms show hits town with the best mix of vintage furniture and homewares from all over Ireland. So it is very apt that you will find myself and Mr Retrorumage taking afternoon tea in these newly arrived 'Fiesta' handpainted trios by Jessie Tait for Midwinter 1954. Mrs Retrorumage is reported to have gone 'all out' and cut the crusts of our cucumber sandwiches. You will find a great selection of Mid Century, Industrial and Deco originals on our stand tomorrow including stunning Scandinavian design, ceramics, glass, furniture and lighting. Call in and say hello anytime after 11. Holiday Inn, Ormeau Avenue (just facing the BBC). http://www.decadencevintagefairs.com/4th-march---the-retro-rooms-show.html

CABINET MEETING

It's cocktail time this Sunday at the Retro Rooms Show in Belfast. The best selection of vintage retro and mid century dealers all in one place with a great mix furniture, homeware and collectables. This fab teak cocktail cabinet has booked a one-way ticket for the show - beautiful slimline design with drop down door which automatically lights up the glass shelves and bottle well. Lots of storage space underneath which is amazing for such a neat piece, just 92cms wide x 28cms deep x 102cms high - perfect alcove size! For more info, or to reserve this piece, contact info@kirkmodern.com

SHORT STACK

These Mid Century Modern Tony Paul Style Stacking Stools are the business. Industrial 1950s Design at its best, efficient, clean lines with rubber leg caps, bent rod iron tripod frames and moulded birch seats. Grab a seat at the Retro Rooms show in Belfast this coming Sunday or POA info@kirkmodern.com

JOIN THE Q

This Robert Heritage leather "Q" chair has just arrived in stock. A stunning padded chair in soft brown leather with cast aluminium frame and padded armrests. Beautifully designed by one of the best mid century furniture designers, Robert Heritage RDI FSAI, and made by the distinguished RACE Furniture Co. in UK c.1970 - this is a rare find in superb condition. One of the most comfortable seats you will ever sit in. POA geoff@kirkmodern.com

HOT CROSS TABLE

This Danish designed table from the 1960s in solid teak with rosewood edging and solid teak cross legs and tapered crossbar is now on offer. Very nicely crafted and in good vintage condition it is a sleek 122cms long x 49 wide x 45 high. POA info@kirkmodern.com
   

WHAT TIME IS IT?

....it's Brocante time! Yes folks it's the third weekend in February and that means it's the Dublin Brocante retro vintage furniture and homeware market on Sunday. Newmarket Square, just off Cork Street and near Francis Street, from 11-5. Great food, great coffee and greatest selection of mid century modern furniture and industrial design in Dublin.