Pebbles were first envisioned during a photo shoot in which Eva Sobesky of EIS Studios was intrigued by the natural shape of a pebble, specifically how its visceral aesthetic, coupled with its functionality, made it a distinctive set piece.

EIS began exploring the sensual and sensational possibilities presented by furniture sculpted with a beautiful, organic shape that’s as stimulating to the touch as it is to the eye. The first Pebbles were manufactured out of layers of wood, resin, and fiber reinforced concrete. Its unique blend of function anddesign earned the Pebble series a showcase in the California Market Center, the fashion epicenter of Los Angeles. It was a collaboration with PUSH Offices, however, that presented the thesis for a cardboard Pebble.

The project was to organically mesh a book with a functional object. EIS began experimenting with techniques for cutting and treating cardboard and researching similar projects.

50 models later, the cardboard Pebble manifested itself. Each one is constructed from layers of lasercut cardboard in gradually increasing oval rings. The internal circles within each layer form the basis for smaller pebbles, a practice in economy that cuts down on waste while adding to the beauty of the concept–the pebbles all share a common source.

PUSH collaborated with InterCall to launch a new eCommerce site featuring conferencing services for small business. Why fly to six locations when you can have one conference call?

It was a exiting year here at PUSH. A special shout out to all the great partners, collaborators, and clients that made it challenging, stimulating and fun.

PUSH did well at this years Davey Awards, winning one gold and two silvers for our work on bagbyco.com, bark, and The Bitter Lawyer respectfully. Onward and upward.
We told Ann she should think about changing her career and become a professional awards submitter. So far she has a perfect record.

By the by, this is the most unsettling looking of the trophies we’ve won.

PUSH created the branding, icons, and supporting website for the launch of the Gboard, a new keyboard designed for Gmail users.

Christina Warren of Mashable raves “Looking for the perfect, unique gift for the Gmail addict this holiday season? Look no further than the Gboard…”

Just in time for the holiday season. Pick one up–or three, at www.gboard.com.

Both Bitterlawyer.com and Bagbyco.com won platinum Marcom Awards in the “Best Overall Website Experience” category. Thanks to both wonderful clients for letting us create award winning work. Also a special shout out to Ann Tao, who is four 4 four in winning these things so far. Whatever you are doing Ann keep it up.

We hit the hardcourts to shoot a sizzle reel for Tennisfire.com. Watch the full res here. Special thanks to Matt at idftmedia for helping us out. And congratulations to Roger for winning his 16th grand slam.

Push Offices won two silvers at this year’s Communicator Awards. One in the Interactive category for Bagbyco.com and another in the Print & Identity category for the work on the Bark brand.

We edged out American Express to win the platinum in the “Blogging” catagory for our work on Bitterlawyer.com.

Special thanks to Rick, Mark, and the whole Bitter crew for being such a strong partner in creating something great.

Hermes Creative Awards is an international competition for creative professionals involved in the concept, writing and design of traditional materials and programs, and emerging technologies. Entries come from corporate marketing and communication departments, advertising agencies, PR firms, design shops, production companies, web based innovators and freelancers.

Hermes Creative Awards is administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals. The international organization consists of several thousand marketing, communication, advertising, public relations, media production, web and free-lance professionals. The Association oversees awards and recognition programs, provides judges and sets standards for excellence.