Add a Touch of Outer Space to Your Interior Space

These five designers look skyward for inspiration

This week marks the September equinox, the moment the sun crosses the celestial equator. Fitting then that five designers at this year’s IDS Vancouver (September 22 to 25) have created some celestially inspired designs.

Click through to see their starry creations…

Tom Dixon Curve Pendant Ball Lights

Industrial designer Tom Dixon, keynote speaker for IDS Vancouver’s Trade Day, has developed a new curved light series reminiscent of a satellite, and his latest designs will be available for sale at a pop-up shop. Also check out Tom Dixon’s Fire Kitchen (colours selected for this kitchen have a dramatic black and dark gray appearance), the central feature exhibit at IDS Vancouver this year.

Ontwerpduo Glow Light

While lit, this new light by Dutch design duo Nathan Wierink and Tineke Beunders of Ontwerpduo looks like a normal white light. When turned off, it leaves a blue, starry glow that slowly fades over time. This new light will be on display in the Dutch Exchange: Eindhoven at IDS Vancouver.

Base Modern Apollo Bowl Holder

Inspired by the legs of the Apollo 11 Lunar module, the Apollo Bowl Holder is designed by Portland’s Scott Cummings of Base Modern. Available on the Base Modern website for US$120, this bowl holder lands a celestial touch on the dinner table.

Urban Walls Star Decals

Urban Walls is exhibiting at The District, where IDS Vancouver attendees who are swept away by designs like these star decals can purchase the pieces onsite. Star Decals are available for purchase on UrbanWalls.com for $67.53.

Lana Betty Moon Ring

The District exhibitor Lana Betty designs jewellery locally in Vancouver. Moon Rings are 3-D-printed treasures, and are available on LanaBetty.com for $45.