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About Katie: Katie has been a product and textile designer, an art restoration specialist, and an interior designer/merchandiser. Her interests are focused on finding well designed items that improve daily life as well as reading fiction and making stuff. (View Profile)

 
 

Bello Albero Coffee Table

Sizing in at 5′ long, this coffee table would do a great job of filling up a room (if you’re lucky enough to need that sort of thing).

“Roughhewn planks of recycled wood are beautifully rustic, while iron caster legs add a modern feel. Perfect for adding a hint of nature to sleek spaces.”

14″H, 60″W, 30″D

Purchase Information:

Price: $548.00
Availability: Buy Bello Albero Coffee Table here

Tide Rug

Today’s the last day for DWR’s Free Standard Shipping promotion. There’s the option of saving a little dough on delivery, which will make whatever you buy a little more ‘within reach’ of your budget.

“Originating from a rug proposal for No. 10 Downing Street, Christopher Farr’s Tide Rug has a (politically) neutral background with boldly colored lines that add a sense of spaciousness to larger rooms. The rug’s name refers to the sculpted lines that are created by ocean currents in the sand. Like all Farr’s designs, Tide is hand spun and handtufted of fine wool and manually dyed in small batches to create rich tonal nuances in the strands. It’s guaranteed to grow more beautiful with time as the wool’s natural lanolin emerges and invigorates the surface, creating enhanced luster over the years. Each rug is signed by the designer and numbered. Made in India.”

Hand-spun wool; cotton; latex.

L 10′ W 8′

Purchase Information:

Price: $3,700.00
Available from: DWR

10-Key Calculator by Ippei Matsumoto, 2004

Why, oh why are there still devices that are not Mac compatible?

“Inspired by the number pad on a keyboard, this calculator has all the standard features and can easily be connected to a laptop or PC via USB cable connection to add number-pad functionality. It can also be used independently. Not MAC compatible. One LR1130 battery included.”

1h x 5.5w x 3.25″d

Purchase Information:

Price: $58.00
Availability: Buy 10-Key Calculator by Ippei Matsumoto, 2004 here

Frank Table

The iron base of this round dining table seems to have more of a mid century flair to it- perhaps a set of vintage chairs would complement it nicely?

-light brown wood veneer
-hammered iron base
-please allow 10-12 weeks for delivery

48″W x 30″H

Purchase Information:

Price: $2,865.00
Availability: Buy Frank Table here

Hickory Silk Lampshade

Quite similar in feel to the Twitchen Lampshade, this lampshade captures one of nature’s best saturated hues.

“Shades are constructed by laminating fabric onto a pvc parchment, then they use a hand rolling method to finish the edges. The shade is 10″ in diameter, top and bottom, and 8″ tall. These are lamp shades only, for table lamps or hanging ficture lamps. There is a universal metal ring that fits between the fixture and the lightbulb. 60 Watt max. The shade in photo has a removable protective plastic sleeve, so its clearer than shown.”

Purchase Information:

Price: $110.00
Availability: Buy Hickory Silk Lampshade here

Flower Pedal Wallpaper by Flavor Paper

Yet another delightful wallpaper option…

Designed by Dan Funderburgh for Flavor Paper.
Blue and white on oatmeal clay-coated paper or Black and silver on chrome Mylar.
Each roll is 27 inches wide and 15 feet long. Priced by the roll.

Purchase Information:

Price: $180.00
Availability: Buy Flower Pedal Wallpaper by Flavor Paper here

Non, Rubber Chair by Komplot Design

If the comfort and credential of being in the permanent collection of the MoMA isn’t enough, I’m sure that the fact you can turn over this chair and show the credits to your friends will make the price tag a bit easier to swallow (at least in theory, right?).

‘Non has won numerous design awards and is featured in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art. Straight and simple in design, the stacking chair is comfortable thanks to the rubber it’s made of and the “built-in spring bands”. The underside of the chair features interesting molded rubber movie-style credits.
The chairs be stacked together to save space. NON can be used both indoors and outdoors. The pieces are completely waterproof and can be left outdoors permanently.’

Color Options: Black, Gray, Red, Green

W 17.3 D 15.4 H 30.3 SH 17.7

Purchase Information:

Price: $650.00
Availability: Buy Non, Rubber Chair by Komplot Design here

Big & Little Bang Pendant Lights

If you don’t mind a bit of hard-wiring, these lights are a pretty good deal.

“Add a bit of Big Bang Theory to your life with this pendant lamp that resembles the white light of a star burst. This stellar fixture will look awesome over a kitchen or dining table, or as an accent light in any room. Flat packed with easy self assembly instructions, the kit includes one polypropylene shade, ceiling mount, and electric cable.”

*Please note: The European style plug on the cable must be removed and the cable hard-wired into a ceiling mounted electrical box.

Big Bang, 18.5″ x 18.5″ x 18.5″, $100.00, Buy it here.
Little Bang, 18.5″ x 18.5″ x 10.25″, $85.00,
Buy it here.

Purchase Information:

Price: $85.00
Availability: Buy Big & Little Bang Pendant Lights here

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LED Watch

This could possibly become a classic in the years to come.

“A very simple but very chic design, the LED watch successfully brings digital iconography into the world of fashion. Ideal for those whose tastes straddle the divide between classic design and modern technology.”

Materials: ABS, sus, polyurethane

1.25″W x 8.75″L x 0.25″H

Purchase Information:

Price: $89.00
Availability: Buy LED Watch here

Salt Dreams by Jimmy and Dena Katz

In a seemingly surreal environment, Jimmy and Dena Katz have captured bizarre yet ordinary scenes from in and around the Salt Flats of northern Utah. The backdrop of such a unique landscape sets off characters and objects, saturating colors with sharp sunlight and providing the rare opportunity for an uncomplicated study of silhouettes.

“Again and again they discovered human possessions and personal obsessions flung onto the salt surface against undulating mountains and boundless sky. They became intrigued by the inventors who, with their hand-built hotrods, racecars, and rockets, participate in the annual rituals and races on the Salt Flats—making their own statement in the landscape.”

Published by powerHouse Books

Purchase Information:

Price: $45.00
Availability: Buy Salt Dreams by Jimmy and Dena Katz here

Set of 10 Low Trunk Tables

Yes, the price does seem more on the high side of what seems reasonable for a few side tables, but considering there are 10 of them, each one sporting different shades of neutral enamel tops, it doesn’t seem as bad..maybe because each one (if sold separately) would be $175.

“Driftwood spread across the shore is the impetus behind this unique design. The ultimate in modern nature, these low tables are fully functional, as they are fastened with metal and enamel tops. An inspired way to redefine and re-use earth’s creations. Natural.”

From 7 3/4″ to 15 3/4″.

Purchase Information:

Price: $1,750.00
Availability: Buy Set of 10 Low Trunk Tables here

The Mr. or Thug Life mirrors

Some mornings these would be entirely useful; just think, a quick look at yourself with a moustache or tattooed tears (depending on the day, of course) might give that extra infusion of self-confidence you need (and, how much would this be a mind-numbingly good gift for somebody?).

‘In need of some self-reflection? Designer Julie Ruiz has created this series of one-of-a-kind silk-screened hand mirrors that are sure to give you a whole new outlook. Each signed and dated piece is cut from mirrored Plexiglas in your choice of design: “The Mr.” is SILVER with a handlebar moustache – for those days when you’re feeling less than manly. And for all you softies out there yearning to be hard, try the “Thug Life” – GOLD with tattooed teardrops. Buy one for yourself, and one for your homeys.’

*aprox. 6.5″ wide x 14.5″ high and 1/8″ thick

[via Yanko Design]

Purchase Information:

Price: $55.00
Availability: Buy The Mr. or Thug Life mirrors here

Shattered Teapot & Tea Cup

Teatime, anyone? Add some edginess to the tradition with this ‘Shattered’ tea collection.

Fine bone china.

Shattered Tea Cup and Saucer, $23.00, Buy it here.

Shattered Teapot, $60.00,
Buy it here.

Purchase Information:

Price: $23.00-$60.00
Availability: Buy Shattered Teapot & Tea Cup here

Round Collection – Lounge Chair 469

The metal mesh used for the body of this chair is so visually light it almost appears to be made from fabric netting. It’s almost a shame to categorize it as an outdoor piece (‘almost’ because I’m not complaining).

“The Round Collection designed by Christope Pillet is both simple and elegant with a flowing design sure to have timeless appeal. The Lounge Chair features a steel frame with a seat made of pre-galvanised metal sheet. All Emu products from the Advanced Collection come with a 5 year warranty.”

Available in your choice of light grey, red, warm grey and white.

36.2″ x 33.8″ x 32.7″ height

Side Chair 465 also available for $285.00. (24.4″ x 22.4″ x 31.9″ height)
Buy it here.

Purchase Information:

Price: $579.00
Availability: Buy Round Collection – Lounge Chair 469 here

five x five mirror

This is one of those ‘crazy-but-good/interesting’ items.

“25 mirrored glass panels, each set at a different angle on a polished stainless steel frame.”

550X550X80mm

Purchase Information:

Price: £150.00
Availability: Buy five x five mirror here