Briefly Detailing Their Valuable Possessions for a Nomadic Existence: Michael Yarinsky and Kelley Perumbeti Share Their Priced Picks for Mobility
Title: Favorite Travel Essentials of Top Interior Design Duo - Office of Tangible Space
Wondering what the baggage of your ultimate creative muses looks like? Ever pondered about the items shaping their lives while they're taking a break from the daily grind, or how they plan for unpredictable weather, or how they remain inspired during their downtime?
Get a sneak peek into the travel escapades of Michael Yarinsky and Kelley Perumbeti, the dynamic force behind Office of Tangible Space, through our "Can't Leave Without" series. This Asian-American duo, with offices in Brooklyn and San Francisco, merges the bridge between interiors and product-focused projects. They breathes life into spaces through objects that exhibit the human touch. Their interiors and furniture lip-synch the essence of comfort and contentment, and the foreplay continues in their commercial, retail, residential, and public art projects.
This blend of familiarity and experimentation isn't just evident in their work, but extends to their flying adventures as well. Here's a lowdown on their essential travel items that embody a future they're already constructing through their innovative approach to modern interior design, an amalgamation of Mid-century, rustic, and Scandinavian design influences, and a community-centric vision.
1. Sketchbook On-The-Go
Holiday time isn't synonymous with work-related chores, but leisure can sometimes spark innovative bursts of creativity. And that's exactly why the B6 Grid Notebook by Hightide Penco is always nestled in Yarinsky and Perumbeti's bag. With its vintage design and thread-bound sheets, this minimalist notebook allows them to jot down their fleeting ideas effortlessly. The perfect mix of tradition and modernity!
Material: Plastic
Price: Approximately $16
2. MOLD Magazine
Step aside, work-related tasks. It's time for a brain-expansion spree! Embracing leisure as an opportunity to build new knowledge, interests, and inspirations can make your vacation more fruitful. MOLD Magazine - a publication about the future of food is Yarinksy and Perumbeti's go-to choice. With its diverse range of articles and stunning visuals, it's a goldmine for expanding one's worldview and influencing thought processes.
3. Sustainable Shopping Tote
Say so-long to the age-old problem of juggling too many items! Whether it's your camera, tickets, phone, or water bottle, a tote bag is a versatile companion for every traveler. Janean Mann's Junes Market Tote, designed from recycled ocean and landfill plastic, is an eco-friendly, biodegradable, and adorable solution to that problem. It comes in various colors, making it a fashionable must-have!
Material: Bio-Knit Fabric
Price: Around $48
4. Fun-lish Finnish Painters Jacket
Change is the only constant in life, and sometimes, it comes in the form of unexpected discoveries, especially when you're traveling. One such discovery transformed into a staple for Michael Yarinsky - a Finnish hardware store with incredible, classic painters jackets for just a dollar a piece. Now, a part of their unofficial studio uniform, this jacket will add a unique touch to your wardrobe too!
Material: 65% Viscose, 35% Silk. Lining: 100% Viscose
Price: Approximately $753 (discounted from $1256)
5. Multi-functional Jewelry
Fashionable and functional, jewelry can make travel more stylish and personal. The SPATUSCE ring by Monica Castiglioni is a prime example. Based in Milan, this label creates jewelry pieces that can be worn individually or layered, making it a versatile addition to your travel essentials.
Material: 14-Karat Gold
Price: Approximately $2472
6. Scandinavian Travel Companion
Generate a sense of anticipation for your journey with this beautiful cosmetics bag by Johanna Gullichsen. Made from 100% cotton, this designer bag has a unique woven texture that adds a touch of art to your travel essentials.
Color: Ochre
Material: 100% Cotton
Price: Approximately $82
7. Scents of Finland
Fragrance is a powerful tool that can transport you back to a memorable place or experience. Hetkinen's Shizuka, an unisex fragrance with a pine wood packaging, is an enchanting scent that can fill your senses with wanderlust.
Top Notes: Grapefruit
Heart Notes: Lemongrass
Base Notes: Neroli
Price: Approximately $49
8. Measurements On-The-Go
In addition to their travels, Yarinsky and Perumbeti are often on the move between their two office locations. That's why Leica DISTO D2 laser distance meter is a constant companion, ensuring they never miss a thing, including the height of a ceiling during an impromptu interior project.
Your turn now! What are your must-haves for a perfect getaway? Let us know!
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- In moments of creative inspiration during travel, a sketchbook like the B6 Grid Notebook by Hightide Penco provides the perfect platform for jotting down ideas, merging tradition with modernity.
- MOLD Magazine serves as a brain-expansion tool during vacations, offering a wealth of knowledge about the future of food and shaping new perspectives.
- The Junes Market Tote by Janean Mann, crafted from recycled materials, offers both functionality and fashion, making it the ideal travel companion for carrying essentials.
- The Finnish painters jacket, discovered in a hardware store, has become a unique wardrobe staple for Michael Yarinsky, adding a rustic charm to any outfit.
- The SPATUSCE ring by Monica Castiglioni, a functional piece of jewelry that can be worn individually or layered, adds a touch of luxury to any travel ensemble.
- Johanna Gullichsen's cosmetics bag, featuring a unique woven texture, adds a touch of art and Scandinavian influence to one's travel essentials.
- The unisex fragrance Shizuka by Hetkinen, with pine wood packaging, can transport you to Finland with just a few wafts, embodying the essence of wanderlust.
- The Leica DISTO D2 laser distance meter ensures accuracy in measuring distances during impromptu interior projects, whether at home or during travels between office locations.
