Black+Blum is a design firm based in London. Dan Black and Martin Blum make a plethora of useful goods, but perfect for July (and our Green Home month) are their fans.
The Venti (shown above, $610. US) is "inspired by the aesthetics of jet engines" and is made from aluminum and steel. It can be free standing or wall mounted and has three speeds, controllable by a remote.
The Propello is a desktop fan ($130. US) with natural rubber blades. These blades, in combination with a ball-bearing motor, make the fan "virtually silent". Available in grey and pale blue.
According to their site because there are no retailers in the US, Black+Blum "will supply you directly". Check here for more info.
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$610 for a fan?
view Kurt's profile
Their stuff is usually better priced than that, but I've had experience dealing with them directly and they're nice, quick, and I love everything I've bought from them (and I've had my little climber light for about 8 years now and have yet to replace the bulb).
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I also can't pay 610, but while we're on the subject, can anyone recommend where to get a stylish, retro-looking metal fan that's affordable?
view Shannon in SF's profile
Shannon: I got a little metal caged fan at Target for $12. It has a logo on the front circle that I'm going to tape over with something eventually.
view Eddie Walker's profile
Restoration Hardware sometimes has affordable "retro" fans. Another suggestion would be to check out a small appliance repair shop.
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