Why Frank Ocean Can't Get Enough of This Sofa

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In today’s edition:

• Design story: Frank Ocean's comfort zone 🛋

• Bits and Pieces: Navy Dishwashing 101 🍽

• Cool Corner: The crème de la crème of candles 🕯

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📰 The Story

🌟 Pierre Paulin: The Curvy Connoisseur

Have you ever had a moment where you're scrolling through your Insta feed and suddenly, your heart skips a beat? No, it's not a dreamy selfie of your favorite celeb, but a sultry, curvaceous...sofa.

Meet Pierre Paulin, the mastermind behind those seductive pieces of furniture. Born and bred in France, Paulin became a trailblazer of modern design with his unique ability to blend sculpture and comfort into an inseparable duo. His designs have been called "joyful," and let's face it, who doesn't need a bit more joy these days? 🌞

🔥 Rebel with a Cause

During the mid-20th century, a time of change and revolution, Paulin stood out as a defiant maverick. His audacious designs shook the status quo and offered a fresh, vibrant perspective on what furniture could be. Chairs weren't just chairs—they became 'Tongues', 'Mushrooms', and 'Ribbons'! Now that's what we call cheeky charm.

Paulin's iconic designs resonated with the zeitgeist of the 60s and 70s. Just like the Beatles and bell-bottoms, his pieces became symbols of the era, embodying the spirit of liberation and creativity.

🧲 Dune Sofa: The Celeb Magnet

Now, if you've been listening to "Blonde" on repeat while stuck at home, you're not alone. Frank Ocean, our Grammy-winning crooner, has a thing for Paulin too. Yep, the man's got taste - he's a proud owner of a Pierre Paulin sofa. Not just any sofa, but the iconic, rare, and ridiculously stylish "Dune Sofa."

And it's not just Frank. Kanye West, another fan of Paulin, has been spotted on more than one occasion lounging on his very own Paulin piece. Even the French President Georges Pompidou couldn't resist the allure, filling the Élysée Palace with Paulin's groundbreaking designs.

But what is it about Paulin's designs that have celebrities and presidents alike swooning? It's the sinuous shapes, the playful yet sophisticated style, and above all, Paulin's knack for creating something that's more than just a piece of furniture - it's an experience.

💼 Keeping It in the Family: Paulin, Paulin, Paulin 

Despite his departure in 2009, Paulin's legacy remains vibrant. Notably via Paulin, Paulin, Paulin^® a family business dedicated to maintaining and promoting his work. Led by his wife, Maïa Paulin, and their son, Benjamin Paulin, the duo is committed to more than just preserving his iconic designs. They are working to showcase the enduring modernity of a visionary who was consistently ahead of his time. Together, the Paulin family ensures that Pierre's innovative spirit continues to influence the design world.

And Voila!

Remember, your world is your canvas. Stay bold, stay inspired.

Until the next design adventure, folks!

🗃 Bits and Pieces

• No Scrubbing Required: How the Navy dishwashing method is making waves

• Retro Redux: Unearth the charm of vintage IKEA furniture for your modern home

• Kitchen Makeover: A Berkshires kitchen stirs the color pot

• Mallorca Marvel: Exquisite design meets stunning views in Spain

😎 Cool Corner

This week's Cool Corner whisks you away on a fragrant journey into the world of scented candles. From calming aromas for tranquility to invigorating scents that spark creativity, there's a candle out there to match every mood.

So, get ready to discover the perfect aromatic companion for your varied states of mind.

💭 For Inspiration: Byredo's 'Bibliothèque' - A library of ideas encased in notes of peach, plum, peony, and vanilla. Aromatic muse!

🌸 For Joy: Diptyque's 'Baies' - A festive parade of roses and blackcurrants, an effervescent celebration of joy!

🛀 For Self-care: P.F Candle 'Wild Herb Tonic' - Imagine barefoot walks through wild herb gardens, cool mountain stream baths and crisp morning air

🧡 For Romance: Cire Trudon's 'Ernesto' - Picture a sultry Havana night, leather and tobacco filling the air. Pure romance!

🌐 Around the Web

• 🗜 On this day: In 1883, Walter Gropius, the founder of Bauhaus School was born

• 🗿 That’s interesting: An Instagram account unearthing Africa's hidden Brutalist wonders

• 🖼 Weekend plan: Experience Keith Haring's "Art is for Everybody" exhibition

• 🏘 On the market: Your dream Eichler familly home is up for grabs

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