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Only $200…not bad for a designer side table that can go indoors or out.

“This short stool or small side table has a striking jewel-like faceted interior that reflects light and creates an interesting play of colors. It has an hourglass shape, designed from a single mold. For indoor or outdoor use. Made by Kartell of polycarbonate.”

Made in Italy

Size: 18.5h x 12″diam

Now’s the time to buy a bed- DWR is having a Modern Bed Sale where you save 15% and get free shipping until September 12th. This bed is an excellent choice, and has a removable slipcover for dry cleaning.

“This upholstered platform bed combines fabric and metal in a sleek profile, which stands on a highly original base of chromed iron rod. Fully finished on all sides with soft padding everywhere, including the platform that extends 2″ from the mattress. The padded headboard is gently sloped to create a comfortable backrest for reading.”

Queen- H 27.5″ W 65.5″ D 93.5″
Charcoal, $2,700 $2,295
Linen, $2,700 $2,000

King- H 27.5″ W 81″ D 93.5″
Charcoal or Linen, $3,150 $2,300

Indestructible lighting made from recyclable materials seems like a wise purchase, and at this price you won’t have to save up for it either…

“The Jerry Lamp (2005) represents a new level in lighting flexibility – literally. Made from recyclable silicone, Jerry is soft and durable, able to be dropped, knocked or tipped over with little concern. The malleable hook shape means that Jerry can be used for virtually any application – hook it onto the headboard of the bed or off the side of a bookshelf, place it on a side table or counter.”

Green or white.

H 10.6″ W 6.5″ H 5.5″

Sure, it’s expensive, but I usually don’t like oil lamps and this one completely changed my mind. I kind of love it.

“Glass hurricane lamp houses an upturned light bulb, ironically converted into oil lamp, suspended by dipping wires. A functional sculpture created in homage to Thomas Alvin Edison’s 1879 unveiling of the world’s first long-lasting electric lamp, which lasted 13.5 hours.”

7″ x 13¾”.

This clock has an easy-to-read blue LED, an alarm with snooze feature, and an AC adapter. Made of plastic casing with metal components. Three AA batteries included.

2d x 4″diam

It’s such a relief to see smart desk accessories…

“Allen reinterprets ordinary office objects for this desk set which includes a pencil tray, rubber band ball paperweight, and business card holder. Made of white resin cast from real objects.”

Pencil Tray: 2h x 6w x 2.5″d
Card Holder: 2h x 2.4w x 2.5″d
Paperweight: 2.5″diam

Interesting shape and plenty of surface space for keys and mail and such.

hardwood construction. coffee.

60″w x 14.5″d x 30″h. ($100HD)

For those of you preparing for nuptials, you might find these of interest. These wedding bands are handmade with your/your partners fingerprint, hand-engraved on the inside/outside of the band. A number of styles/materials are available, and all are by commission only (of course).

ladies simple 2.5mm court bands

gents simple court 5mm

Issey Miyake can always be counted on for something interesting. This time he has created a bag with panels attached to a mesh background. Has an interior pocket and leather straps.

Another design classic…

“Verner Panton’s cantilevered stacking chair was the first single-material and single-form chair to be made and has been produced by Vitra through three decades of development in plastics technology. This version consists of a single piece of strong, flexible polypropylene with integral color that will not fade over time. As striking as modern sculpture, this classic piece is appropriately durable and easy to clean in cafés or restaurants, and is comfortable enough to use as an occasional chair in an office or residence.”

Availabe, in red/orange, white, blue or yellow.

H 33″ W 19″ D 22.75″ Seat Height 16.5″

“The function of a cuckoo clock and a birdhouse are exchanged. The shape of a cuckoo clock becomes a birdhouse, and a birdhouse becomes a clock. Material: European oak”

Birdhouse: euro 95.00
Clock: euro 65.00

From the same guys that did the Park Planters, comes a couple of interesting ‘Phonofones’.

“Through passive amplification alone, These unique pieces instantly transform any personal music player + earbuds into a sculptural audio console. Without the use of external power or batteries, the Phonofone inventively exploits the virtues of horn acoustics to boost the audio output of standard earphones to up to 55 decibles* (or roughly the maximum volume of laptop speakers). Upon connecting active earphones to the Phonofone their trebly buzzing is instantly and profoundly transformed into a warm, rich and resonant sound.”

phonofone I (left), $425

phonofone II (right), $800

The hour hand of this watch is a laser cut opening which reveals a number denoting hour. Debuted at Cïbone Aoyama, Tokyo, on July 7, 2006.

This was originally posted in September of last year, but it has just gone on sale so I thought it was worthy of a repost.

“Stefano Giovannoni, an architect and industrial designer, paired up with Alessi to bring captivating form to an everyday function. The Alessi Handheld Vacuum recharges in its base with an integrated crevice tool and wet nozzle. Crafted out of stainless steel, the sleek form can be stored where it’s most convenient, rather than hidden in a cabinet, out of reach and out of view. The base can be wall mounted. Giovannoni’s work is in the permanent collections at MoMA and the Centre Georges Pompidou. UL listed.”

Measurements
H 5.5″ W 4.5″ D 15″

The fluid lines of these bowls look modern and elegant.

“Inspired by the aesthetics of clay in a mold that comes out too early and starts to beautifully slump. Designer Olav Slingerland picked precise moments in time during this process, and created molds to capture it. Their poetic, organic lines are embellished with delicious colored glazes.”

These bowls are double-glazed by hand and are food safe. Hand wash.

small: 6.1″Ø x 3.2″H,
large: 10.4″Ø x 3.5″H,