When we look into our crystal balls for a glimpse of the future, we’d like to feel welcome. The work of many designers and makers is paving the way nicely with delicate color, radiant finishes, and good intentions.

Where to Shop Tech Pastel Designs in Pittsburgh

Draga & Aurel

Italian designers Draga & Aurel premiered their Phebe pendant lamps at this year’s Milan Design Week in April. Part of their “Transparency Matters” collection, the lamps explore transparency with utopian, space-age overtones and a juicy, illusionistic dash of Op Art.

Weisshouse

The designer-makers at Zieta create amazing usable sculptures out of metal. Here, the Tafla C Mirror in an emerald/sapphire finish radiates with futuristic intensity. It’s a drop-dead WOW of a piece you can’t take your eyes off. Available in 15 colors/finishes. See the folks at Weisshouse in Shadyside for more information.

MODA

This intriguing cardigan from NN.07 knits space-dyed cotton yarn into a captivating design. The color palette is simultaneously seductive and upbeat, making it a perfect choice for an afternoon with someone you love.

Tile and Designs

WOW Design’s Boho Collection melds a vintage feeling with a gentle, welcoming vision for the future. Offered in two shapes and a tightly edited color range, a wall of these beauties will transform any space you choose. Available at Tile and Designs.

Pittsburgh Glass Center

SaraBeth Post Eskuche’s UltraLit collection is comprised of handblown and engraved cups, plates, and décor. Each piece diffuses ambient light into gentle radiance. She describes her mission as follows: “All that I create are moments reaching out to touch and brighten an internal lantern, a flame, the light within. The act of sharing my work in the world, sharing with those who view or wear my artwork, is a hope to remind you that your light is lit too, since from the day you are born.”

Story by Keith Recker and Stephen Treffinger

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