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I don’t know much about radios, but I do know vacuum tubes are usually a good thing and this particular radio has those plus a heck of a nice look.

Its three vacuum tubes broadcast signals in big, warm, radiant sound. Watch the tubes at work through the open back. MP3 compatible.

Designer: Jonas Damon
Dimensions (inches): 12.75″W x 8.75″H x 7″D
Materials: Aluminum and MDF
Notes: MP3 compatible.

$350.00, Buy it here.

Celebrate the lunar landing with your own cardboard rocket, or give as a gift if you’re not into the whole outer space thing.

Each Astro Rocket is laser-cut for precision fit and easy assembly using slot construction. They look great in earth brown or lunar white and can be decorated with paint, glitter, markers or other craft materials. Displays table-top, wall mount or suspended. The perfect gift for home or office.

Made from recycled cardboard, a non-toxic, environmentally friendly product.
All rockets are packaged flat and include detailed instructions. One rocket per package.

$14.00-$28.00, Buy it here.

Hmm, this looks like a very decent coffee table in both price and look.

Novel lounge table’s got raw edge in handmade steel with hand-rubbed variegated zinc finish. Raised rim makes sure Clue pieces, pens, remote stay there. Legs unscrew and fold to stash away. Handmade nature means each table will have slight size variations.

54″Wx18.75″Dx15.5″H

$349.00, Buy it here.

Add to your list of summer deals Gus* Modern’s 20% off all Modern Essentials Upholstery sale. That’s a nice chunk of change if you were planning on updating your sofa or armchair.

Carter Sofa, Regular Price: $1895-1974.95, Sale: $1516-1595.95
Spencer Sofa, Regular Price: $1895-1944.95, Sale: $1516-1595.95
Jane Sofa, Regular Price: $1895-1974.95, Sale: $1516-1595.95
Tredeau Sofa, Regular Price: $2195-2729.95, Sale: $1756-1835.95

Buy upholstery items here or here.

Austere lines and precise craftsmanship make this dining set a serious consideration if you’re in the market for updating your dining area. Take special note of the Isometric Chair; it’s incredibly lovely.

Designed to accompany the Isometric Chair, the Isometric Table is a study in reduction and opposition. The design explores the intersection of two-dimensional planes flowing together to create a three-dimensional form.

materials: Solid bamboo, non-toxic water-based polyurethane glue, non-toxic wood oil

Small Table: 65″ wide x 33.5″ deep x 30″ tall (Seats 4-6), $1,600.00,
Buy it here.
Medium Table: 86.5″ wide x 35.5″ deep x 30″ tall (Seats 6-8), $1,900.00, Buy it here.
Large Table: 94.5″ wide x 39.3″ deep x 30″ tall (Seats 8-10), $2,200.00, Buy it here.
Isometric Chair: 17.25″ wide x 20.625″ deep x 33″ tall, $380.00, Buy it here.

Nesting tables are the perfect thing when you’re short on space; you can tuck away the smaller table when not in use and then whenever an extra surface is needed it’s right on hand.

Sleek, multifunctional geometry. Two symmetrical tables join together or can be used separately. Wood construction and solid oak. Set of 2.

larger table: 14″w x 18″d x 26″h
smaller table: 11.75″w x 18″d x 24″h
available in cinnabar.

set of 2: $199.00, available at West Elm

(This item’s link and price was updated 11/19/09.)

Maybe whenever you drop your keys or miscellany into this recycled dish, it’ll have a celebratory ring to it.

Artecnica introduces the new tranSglass® Champagne Dish from its Design with Conscience® collection. Handcrafted from recycled champagne bottles in Guatemala, tranSglass® Champagne Dish is food safe and dishwasher friendly. Polished finish.

Designed by Tord Boontje & Emma Woffenden.
Length 11.75 “/ 29.8 CM Height 1.45 ” / 3.68 CM Width 3.45 ” / 8.76 CM

$50.00, Buy it here.

If you’re in or around downtown LA today, you’d be smart to head over to Modernica’s 20th Anniversary sale from 10am-4pm. If you’re elsewhere, not to worry, they’ll have items online starting at 7am.

…over a thousand pieces of of new and vintage furniture and accessories to chose from such as
Fiberglass Shell Chairs (Arm, Side and Wire + all bases), Poppa Bear Chairs, Bubble Lamps, Tenon Tables, Case Study Daybeds, Case Study Shelf Units, Case Study Beds, Split Rail Series, Stainless Outdoor Furniture, Noguchi Replica Coffee Tables, Noguchi Replica Dining Tables, Mini Wire Tables and a few Prince Charles Chairs!

Saturday, July 18th, from 10am-4pm
1420 E. 7th St. (at Alameda St.)

Buy it here.

With all the summer sales going on it’s a little overwhelming to pick which items to post, but usually the most colorful and most discounted wins out.

Cadrona Mailbox, Was: $380.00 Now: $190.00
Rubber Tubs (Set of 4), Was: $220.00 Now: $110.00
Miss Rio Ottoman, Was: $350.00 Now: $175.00
Leather Handle Topiary Shears, Was: $80.00 Now: $40.00
Flat Rubber Tubs (Set of 3), Was: $150.00 Now: $75.00
Log Carrier, Was: $70.00 Now: $35.00
Marais A56 Armchair (Gunmetal), Was: $275.00 Now: $137.50

These super-durable Tyvek bags will handle all your shopping purchases time after time. I like how they are reusable bags masquerading as regular paper bags, sort of nice compared to all the in-your-face alternatives. They’re discontinued, which is why they are on sale, so better to snap them up while you can.

…these brilliant bags created by Marian Schoettle that have the design and look of an ordinary shopping bag but are made of ultra-durable Tyvek, a synthetic material made of high-density polyethylene fiber. Tyvek can not be easily ripped and is waterproof (the Post Office uses envelopes made of it) so these bags have the lightness of a paper bag with the strength of steel.

medium: 12″ L x 6″ W x 14″ H, $65.00 $39.95
large: 14″ L x 8″ W x 16″ H, $80.00 $49.95

Buy it here.

NYTimes.com recently ran an article entitled Self-Contained in Texas which shows Roger Black’s Texas retreat. Made of five 8-by-20-foot containers, each one houses its own particular function and is joined by a walkway with a small deck and integrated grill.

“The opening on each compartment is fitted with sliding glass doors and screens to keep out stinging, biting and otherwise menacing creatures, and the rooms all face west so Mr. Black and any guests can watch the spectacular sunsets as well as distant locomotives toting the same kinds of shipping containers used in the home’s construction.” –By Kate Murphy

See NYTimes article for more.
All photos by James H. Evans for The New York Times

I’m extremely curious about the printed picture quality on this mobile printer. Weighing in at 8 ounces, with dimensions around 5″x3″x1″, it looks like a great gadget to have on hand if you’re a picture-taker type of person.

* Portable photo printer delivers full-bleed borderless images that are dry to the touch
* Features automatic image quality optimization with water-resistant, tear-proof, smudge-proof and peel-off prints
* Prints 2 x 3-inch borderless color images in under a minute
* Wireless-capable Bluetooth hard drive interface; USB 2.0 hard drive interface
* For use with digital cameras and select cell phones

4.7 x 2.8 x 0.9 inches ; 8 ounces

$94.95-$198.99, Buy it here.

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An arrow that functions as a hook and more robust hanger when needed…seems perfect for an entryway.

while not functionally employed as a hanger, arrow adorns the wall like an iconic graphic symbol.
gustav hallén’s design is both a clever contemporary hanger and a decorative interior design feature.
when arrow is folded there are three points which you can hang things. perfect for hall, bathroom, the cellar, and wardrobe or in children’s room.
packed in a gift box. screws and plugs included.

comes in five different colors: black, white, green, red, grey.
dimensions: 6.3”w x 8.1”h x 1”d

$40.00, Buy it here.

These recycled terrariums are a great size and shape, giving you plenty of room to add your favorite greenery.
(And, hello, terrarium tools? As if I needed any more encouragement to buy indoor gardening supplies.)

Indoor gardening takes on a grand scale in these over-sized rustic glass terrariums. Each piece is free-blown without a mold, creating giant glass bubbles that are then flattened and curved into shape. The opening is then cut and its edges polished. Plants not included. Each vessel’s shape may vary from the image shown.

Small: 16” L x 9” W x 9” H, $99.00
Medium: 14” Dia x 11 1/2” H, $121.00
Large: 14 3/4” dia x 15 1/2” H, $143.00
Extra Large: 15 1/4” dia x 19 1/4” H, $165.00
Buy it here.

Also shown: Terraium Tools, Set includes a mini rake and two different shovels.
$32.00, Buy it here.

I’d buy these just to look at. Something about actually using one of these as an eraser and seeing it lose shape and disappear bit by bit would be sort of sad, which I suppose is the whole point.

The Rhino, Gorilla and Polar Bear have become the endangered through negative Human activity. Kikkerland would like these magnificent animal to be around for a long time to come so 2% of sales will be donated to helping endangered species through the Center for Biological Diversity. Made from safe PVC free TPR.

$12.00, Buy it here.