40 Never Looked So Good: Celebrating 40 Years of Umbra
After many years of modern, original, functional, and casual design for the home, Umbra is now celebrating our 40th anniversary in 2020. Born out of a passion for creating original designs for every home, Umbra has continued to bring new innovations, ideas and collections to the global market. Take a trip down memory lane with us and explore some of our most iconic products throughout the past few decades.
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1994 - HUB MIRROR
Designed by Paul Rowan for Umbra, the classic Hub Mirror has been a beautiful home staple for many years. Originally released in 1994, Hub's unique rubber rim adds a simple modern touch, making it a versatile wall piece for nearly any home. Attracting light to your space and making it appear bigger, this wall mirror can open up any space and becomes the finishing touch you never even knew you needed.
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1997 - GARBINO TRASH CAN
Designed by Karim Rashid in 1997, the Garbino Can is Umbra’s award-winning garbage can and is on permanent display at MoMA. With a swerving rim, flowing curves, and clever use of negative space, this small can is bound to be pleasing to the eye. More elegant than your average garbage can, Garbino is available as a recycling bin and in an array of colors including matte black and translucent white.
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1998 - OH CHAIR
Karim Rashid designed the Oh Chair because he wanted to redefine the plastic chair by creating something that was portable, durable and attractive, unlike the typical chairs he had seen on patios. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, the Oh Chair is durable and weather-resistant while remaining comfortable to sit in. With soft lines and a simple modern aesthetic, this versatile chair is the perfect addition for a variety of spaces that need extra seating. The Oh Chair is the recipient of the 1999 IDEA Award and is included in the MoMA SF, Museum of Modern Art in San Francisco.
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1999 - FLIP HOOK
This wall-mounted coat rack was introduced to the world in 1999. With a sleek design and retractable hooks, Flip Wall Mounted Hook provides ample storage while remaining compact in size. Easy to install and available in a variety of finishes and sizes, these modern wall hooks will help organize your belongings and can be used in multiple rooms.
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2001 - ICE FRAME
Originally launched in 2001, Ice Frame is one of a kind way to display your special photos, Ice Frame features a three-dimensional glass cube that slides into a brushed metal frame to showcase three 2.5 x 2.5 images. This eye-catching picture frame is made of solid, crystal glass and is heavy in weight for a luxurious and high-quality feel. Its unique reflective nature allows you to see a different image depending on where you’re standing.
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2002 - ARLING MAGAZINE RACK
Brought back in 2020, Umbra Arling Magazine Rack was initially launched in 2002, designed by Paul Rowan. With a warm wooden design, Arling is crafted out of beautiful bentwood and showcases your magazines, records or books with its open V-shape design. Its modern and unique streamlined silhouette integrates seamlessly by a sofa, console or desk to provide both function and style.
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2010 - SKINNY CAN
The slim and strong Skinny Trash Can is a bathroom or office essential. This trash can has a narrow footprint and was designed to fit into small or narrow spaces. Despite its slim shape, Skinny can hold up to 2 gallons and has an integrated handle for easy transportation. Available in a large array of fun and modern colors, Skinny is a modern trash can essential.
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2013 - PRISMA PICTURE FRAME
Designed by Sung wook Park in 2013, the Prisma Picture Frame has become a fan favourite, thanks to its unique and detailed design. The original geometric wire picture frame floats your photo between two panes of glass while allowing the frame to show through. The Prisma Collection has expanded to include various sizes of picture frames and elegant finishes, and its versatility allows it to be hung, shown off on a tabletop or displayed either vertically or horizontally.
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2016 - U-DRY DISH DRYING MAT
A versatile kitchen essential since 2016, UDry is the all-in-one dish drying solution. Combining the functionality of both a dish drying mat and rack, neatly organize your dishes and save on countertop space. Easily compacting when not in use, UDry's super-absorbent mat will protect your countertops while speeding up the drying process and provide easily accessible storage.