NOOD (New Objects of Desire)
#1
Posted 22 November 2008 - 03:17 PM
Fill your boots everyone with cheap stuff made in China at NOOD. The store looks cool, modern and minimilist but if you don't care about quality and where it is made then go there. Even the furniture, albeit some of it is high priced, you can see the quality has China knock-off written all over it. Shhhhhh, don't tell your friends it's a knock-off — let them believe its a designer piece! You will probably get what you paid for at NOOD.
#2
Posted 22 November 2008 - 03:47 PM
A reclusive New Zealand billionaire and philanthropist has gained a toehold in Canada for her new chain of designer home products and furnishings stores.
TC article
http://www.canada.co...04-10a4959fbb1d
#3
Posted 22 November 2008 - 04:03 PM
#4
Posted 22 November 2008 - 05:15 PM
Bad time, IMHO, to be opening a new store selling discretionary goods.
My sentiments exactly = the retail boom in boutique shops downtown, especially lower Yates st. looks wonderful, but is on shaky economic ground. Shops like NOOD do very well in up-and-coming urban areas, especially with lots of new condos - and we are seeing a fairly dramatic slowdown in those sales.
Wait until after Christmas, let's see some retail sales results - expect to see 'for lease' signs, and brown paper in the windows.
#5
Posted 22 November 2008 - 08:51 PM
#6
Posted 23 November 2008 - 01:24 AM
#7
Posted 23 November 2008 - 09:15 AM
Know it all.
Citified.ca is Victoria's most comprehensive research resource for new-build homes and commercial spaces.
#8
Posted 23 November 2008 - 12:07 PM
Most of the stuff isn't my taste, but I don't have a problem buying a knock-off as long as it's decent quality.
#9
Posted 23 November 2008 - 12:34 PM
Opening a store selling crap made in a China at any price is a risky business rightnow.
Is there any other kind of store?
#10
Posted 23 November 2008 - 07:13 PM
#11
Posted 18 June 2009 - 06:42 PM
-City of Victoria website, 2009
#12
Posted 18 June 2009 - 10:22 PM
Local furniture retailer Gabriel Ross criticizes NOOD for their unoriginal knock-offs.
Kinda expected - but same is true of all local mass market and boutique retailers. Few designs - be they furniture, clothing or websites are totally unique. Designers build on each other, and the expectations of the market.
#13
Posted 18 June 2009 - 11:51 PM
I refuse to buy anything with China on the label. A challenge as that includes most of the clothes and items you find these days in department stores, and they seem to have the corner on the candle market too.
Anyway just my two cents because its after midnight and I have sugar induced insomnia. Eating a pint of strawberries (made in Abbotsford) while watching the late news can do that.
#14
Posted 19 June 2009 - 07:11 AM
Two issues my friend:2.
1. Even the stuff made in Canada is most likely made in China. Canadian law only requires that the item be packaged in Canada to carry the "made in Canada" label.
2. Don't know anything about NOOD but clearly they are a big success or the competitor wouldn't be bent out of shape trying to slam their products!
#15
Posted 19 June 2009 - 07:51 AM
#16
Posted 19 June 2009 - 08:12 AM
It is a nice store either way. A bit expensive though.
And about as close as we are going to see to an IKEA for a long time.
#17
Posted 19 June 2009 - 11:27 AM
Local furniture retailer Gabriel Ross criticizes NOOD for their unoriginal knock-offs.
He does have a point.
#18
Posted 19 June 2009 - 11:42 AM
But NOOD isn't all that cheap considering the genuine article will probably last much longer and will be an actual heirloom that retains its value. How much will that old IKEA/NOOD/Brick sofa be worth ten years from now?
NOOD
leather lounger
starting $1,599.00 CAD
SKU:F100395
The Leather Lounger is an iconic piece, which is inspired by Charles and Ray Eames’s Eames Lounger that was designed in 1956. The Leather Lounger is constructed of high quality rosewood plywood, full grain leather and an aluminum base.
35.5 x 31 x 33 (W x D x H")
Available in black or white
=========
Gabriel Ross
Herman Miller Eames® Lounge Chair
[Model: ES670]
Price: $3,334.00 CAD
Classic Comfort Luxurious feel - The Eames Lounge Chair has 6-inch-thick urethane foam cushions and rich leather upholstery. A place to relax - The contours of the seat and high back welcome the sitter, and a swivel mechanism is built in. Quality and Craftsmanship Attention to detail - All pieces are hand assembled. Practical features - Cushions are individually upholstered and replaceable; back cushions are interchangeable; shock mounts are resilient natural rubber.
DESIGNER:
* Charles and Ray Eames 1956
MATERIALS:
* 7-ply wood shell
* Die-cast aluminum base and back braces
* Urethane foam cushions with leather upholstery
* Natural rubber shock mounts
COLOURS/FINISHES:
Pick from our Shell Finish swatch:
AVAILABLE OPTIONS:
[Leather Option]:
[Shell Finish Option]:
-City of Victoria website, 2009
#19
Posted 19 June 2009 - 06:10 PM
NOOD
leather lounger
starting $1,599.00 CAD
SKU:F100395
=========
Gabriel Ross - Herman Miller Eames® Lounge Chair
[Model: ES670] Price: $3,334.00 CAD
DESIGNER:
* Charles and Ray Eames 1956
MATERIALS:
* 7-ply wood shell
* Die-cast aluminum base and back braces
* Urethane foam cushions with leather upholstery
* Natural rubber shock mounts
COLOURS/FINISHES:
AVAILABLE OPTIONS:
[Leather Option]:
[Shell Finish Option]:
What you can't find on Vibrant Victoria!
You guys are a riot!
#20
Posted 19 June 2009 - 07:28 PM
And about as close as we are going to see to an IKEA for a long time.
Why on earth would you want an IKEA?
Its stuff is ok for a college dorm or the like but thats about it.
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