RepurposedVintage Design

21 Aug
By Grace. Posted August 21, 2008 at 11:30 pm. Filed under Repurposed, Vintage Design and tagged , , , . Permalink. Subscribe to this post’s comments. Post a comment or leave a trackback.

Vintage street signs re-purposed into stylish decor

Disclaimer:  I am not responsible if your neighborhood’s street signs start mysteriously disappearing…

My unrequited love for re-purposed decor is further fueled by Boris Bally’s work.  A talented artist who re-purposes vintage industrial elements, Boris creates interesting furniture pieces — my favorite of which come from traffic signs that were destined for the dump. Using hand-fabricated, brake formed, and riveted techniques, Boris melds artistry with expertise in crafting unique pieces of art — whether they are furniture pieces or a bathroom floor (see below).  Whereas an entire dining set may be overwhelming, infusing a few pieces adds whimsy and a dash of lovely color.

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    Jon
    August 22, 2008 at 12:17 am
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    Absolutely incredible – As far as the bathroom floor is concerned, I will no longer need reading material when I enter the restroom. :) It is both creative and interesting. Applause.

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    Amy
    August 22, 2008 at 3:39 am
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    Great post, Grace! Wonderful reuse/repurpose here and perfect for friendly type addicts like me…. love the bathroom floor… completely ace!

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    Sheau
    August 22, 2008 at 3:45 am
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    wow beautiful! they are so colorful and full of textures, patterns and types. ditto about reading material in bathroom. this reminds me that i should definitely pay my friend who are currently working in the street sign shop a visit!

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    Grace
    August 23, 2008 at 12:45 am
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    Thanks so much! The bathroom floor is my favorite too :) Move over tile…street signs are coming!

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    March 13, 2009 at 11:14 am

    [...] When I was a kid, I thought hanging street signs in your room was the coolest thing. Though I’m not still eager to put up a giant Stop sign, I do love what Boris Bally did with this dining room table. [...]