One could get the impression that I am a little obsessed with hands … probably I am when it comes to the perfect combination of visible construction and sleek, sophisticated design.

PhotoVienna 2013

The shoe factory was established in the 16th district of Vienna in 1900 by Anton Pelz, a shoemaker master from Bohemia. Henceforth the name Pelz stood for high quality and handmade shoes for women and men. In 1920, thirty people were employed at the shoe factory that resided meanwhile in the 7th district. In order to remain profitable in the war and crisis years greater emphasis was paid on exports and the expansion of mechanized production. Nevertheless, the intention to produce high quality was never abdonded. The grandson of the founder ran the business until the 1960s. Sorry for the quite bad quality of the photos, but due to the difficult light and the reflections I could not take better ones.

The so-called ‘Golden Twenties’ were indeed golden, at least to some extent.

Four orignal pieces from the Inter war period

FREITAG is known for its messenger bags made ​​from used truck tarpaulins. The bags are cut by hand and finished with worn bicycle tubes and car seat belts.

Tote by Freitag

The Viennese store in Neubaugasse 26 is completely furnished with the award-winning modular shelving system by Colin Schaelli. The shelves are made from used materials as well.

Shelving system by Colin Schaelli

Business bag by Freitag

FREITAG STORE WIEN
Neubaugasse 26
1070 Wien

Do Pirate Rag Chair. Design by Mathieu Maingaurd

Dish towel by H&M Home

Wolfgang Rahs
Necklace ‘Projector Open at the Top’
Graz 2011
Brass

Jerszy Seymour’s volcano – A ‘zero-point of design’
Installation

Ingrid Schmolle
Several rings
Vienna, 2009-2010
Porcelain, pigment

Photo
Porto Cervo 2013

Original Lambretta Scooter
Model Li 125 from the Series 1

The iconic Lambretta scooters were designed and produced by the Italian company Innocenti. Unfortunately Innocenti stopped the production in 1971. As the Italian Motom Electronics Group could get hold of a licence, a new Lambretta was presented in 2011. These days you can choose from a 125 cm³ and 150 cm³ air-cooled engine.

Further information on the new model here.