Tola Adefioye of Old Old Woods Breaks Down His Favourite Items From Habitat’s 60th Anniversary Collection

With the launch of its 60th-anniversary collection and the recent opening of the “Changing Spaces: 60 Years of Design with Habitat” exhibition at London’s Design Museum, Habitat’s six decades of homeware celebrations are well underway.

Teaming up with a range of revered designers for guest collaboration as well as tapping into its own roster of talent, the exclusive collection features functional, vibrant pieces inspired by the iconic British brand’s extensive archives and illustrious history of shaping the contemporary design scene.

To celebrate the launch of the 60th-anniversary range, Hypebeast enlists Tola Adefioye — expert curator and founder of London-based mid-century furniture store Old Old Woods — to spotlight some of his favorite pieces for the debut installment of the “Curated 5” series.

Scoop Chair

Originally launched in the 1970s, the Scoop Chair’s sleek, sinked curved design embraced the era’s defining neo-futurism aesthetic.

For this drop, Habitat teams up with esteemed designer David Hutcheson to reissue the iconic chair with a modern twist. Upholstered in plush cord fabric the comfortable accent chair adds a contemporary flair to any room.

Portobello Metal Touch Table Lamp

Sharing the same hand-blown construction process as its 1970s predecessor, the Portobello Metal Touch Table Lamp is the evolution of the classic FUNGO lamp.

Recreated by in-house senior homeware and lighting designer Tom Sullivan, the curved form and blue, lilac, and white colorway boast a mid-century vibe. Featuring a three-stage dimmer functionality that offers ambient light settings, the lamp also gives a pop of color to a room even when turned off.

Tam Tam Stool

As well as its playful name, the Tam Tam Stool is a 1960s icon. Small yet ergonomic, the multipurpose design also comes with hidden storage for added space and can be stacked and easily stored – perfectly suited for modern living. With a plastic construction and vibrant colorways, the stool is built for both indoor and outdoor use.

Crate Fruit Bowl

Designed by acclaimed designer Andrew Tanner, the Crate Fruit Bowl was first introduced in 1999 — a year when progressive designs and innovative ushering in the new millennium were widely welcomed.

Inspired by its cardboard counterpart, the innovative ceramic platter arrives in a minimalist design that can “display foods in a playful way,” Adefioye mentions. “Whether it’s rows of apples, oranges, or plums to different flavor ice cream.”

Yumemi Shelf

The brainchild of the third generation of Conran designers, the Yumemi Shelf was created by Felix Conrad, grandson of Habitat founder Terence. Continuing its selection of functional everyday objects, this shelf arrives with smooth contours and a hand-lacquered gloss finish for a clean-cut contemporary aesthetic that “isn’t so dominating, but complementary to its space,” Adefioye shares.

As well as further “Curated 5” installments, stay tuned for more exclusive content from Habitat’s upcoming product releases.

To shop the full Habitat 60th anniversary homeware range, visit the brand’s website.