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While this costs a pretty penny and then some, it sure is something. It reminds me of Jacobsen’s
Egg Chair, just more edgy/angular.

“characterized by angular lines, this armchair is constructed of a steel
frame covered with injected flame-retardant polyurethane foam and
polyester fiber. the base consists of a lacquered steel tube, in rifle
brown and gray, and the footrest is chrome. comes in three different
styles: armchair, revolving armchair, and armchair with footrest.”

armchair: 30.3″w x 43.3″h x 35.3″d, $2,932.00
armchair with footrest: 30.3″w x 43.3″h x 49.5″d, $3,807.00
revolving armchair: 31.5″w x 43.3″h x 34.8″d, $4,026.00
revolving stool: 25.5″w x 13.8″h x 24.8″d, $1,723.00

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There’s quite a collection of various new stools by Roost- there are so many to choose from it’s hard to pick just one.

shown left to right, top to bottom:

Eyelet Stool: 11 1/2″ dia x 17 3/4″ H, $310.00
Jigger Stool: 10 1/2″ dia x 17 1/2″ H, $196.00
Ribbon Stool: 12″ dia x 18 1/2″ H, $290.00
Tassel Stool: 12 3/4″ dia x 17 3/4″ H, $190.00
Timpani Stool:15 1/2″ dia x 16″ H, $290.00
Caterpillar Stool: 10 1/2″ dia x 18″ H, $196.00

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Bedding can definitely be a challenge to find; this set is a great choice because it’s yarn dyed, which creates a softer feel than printed fabric, and it’s got stripes that add interest and color without overwhelming a smaller room.

“By reducing the decorative to its essential elements, we have
reinterpreted ornamentation in a fresh, minimal style for the
contemporary home. Attention to detail makes this collection
distinctive and unique – from the rich hand of the fabrics to the
addition of trim and fine tailoring.”

Draper Stripe Ash Standard Cases (pair), $66.00
Draper Stripe Ash Standard Shams (pair), $77.00
Draper Stripe Ash Euro Square Cases (pair), $88.00
Draper Stripe Ash Queen Sheet Set, $242.00
Draper Stripe Ash Full/queen Duvet & Cases Set, $286.00
(Duvet set includes 1 duvet cover and 1 pair of cases.)

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Check out Izola’s Shower Curtains- they’ve got some different versions of NYC’s subway system and a few other patterns as well. My absolute favorite is the Faile Series one on the right.

(PEVA is polyethylene vinyl acetate, a biodegradable plastic shower curtain.)

PEVA NYC Subway Map Shower Curtain Vers. 3 (left), 100% PEVA, $32.00
PEVA World Map Shower Curtain (middle), 100% PEVA, $25.00
Artist Series: Faile Shower Curtain (right), 100% Vinyl, $100.00

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This must be entirely frustrating to make but it sure looks good.

“This product is made to order and requires a lead time of 4 weeks. Using recycled textiles and their care lables a completely unique
cushion will be made up for you. You may request what colours and
texures you would like the back to made of.”

[via notcot.org]

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The thick hand carved seats and backs of these stools gives an almost cushion-like quality to the wood. I also like the idea of the folding tables for tight spots or when an extra surface is needed.

Folding Tables: “The metal base for these table collapses for easy storage. The table top is a piece of our
favored reclaimed Douglas fir. Oil and wax finish, darkened metal legs.”

17″ High Table: 15″w. x 20″l. x 17″h, $240.00
28″ High Table: 15″w. x 20″l. x 28″h, $280.00

Sculpted Stools: “Pieces of
reclaimed Douglas fir are individually hand carved to create the seat and back rest of each stool. The metal has a darkened finish.” Available in three sizes, 15″(w/o back rest), 26″, 30″:

w/o back rest $275.00
w/ back rest $325.00
15″ stool  $180.00

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Man, if you want to know more about the issues surrounding the U.S.-Mexico border, this book is for you. Sure, we  hear about illegal immigration, from occasional media sources to the debates of recent political primaries, and unfortunately that’s probably the extent to which we bend our ear to the whole messy subject. This might be fine for some members of the general public, but for those of you that want a much broader overview of the concerns, Hyperborder is a good place to start.

With a staggering amount of facts and figures, it provides a thorough nonpartisan look at issues surrounding this region and how each country has become increasingly interdependent on the other. Future scenarios highlight possible outcomes (good and bad) while visual graphics help streamline data; making information more applicable and easier to absorb. Perhaps it’s not bed or beach side reading, but it is a valuable source of information surrounding border issues, which is fast becoming a subject too large to ignore.

“The U.S.-Mexico border is the busiest, and among the most contrasting international borders in the world with over one million crossings daily. It is a dynamic site that encompasses modern global issues that range from migration to trade to international relations to national sovereignty, making it a HYPERBORDER. Considering the United States and Mexico are the leading immigration and emigration countries in the world and that by 2050 Hispanics will represent 25% of the U.S. population, both nations will need to re-evaluate their political, economic, and cultural relations as this demographic shift takes place.” -hyperborder.net

a couple of quotes:

“More than 3,000 registered deaths are estimated to have occured in the ten-year time frame beginning in late 1994 when Operation Gatekeeper began…and around 1,000 unidentified migrants. About 1.5 times as many people have died on the border since its militarization process becan in 1994 than those who perished in the 9/11 terrorist attacks.”-pg.181

“Currently the Latino community in the United States is growing at a rate almost five times that of the general population, a demographic explosion that is further increasing the group’s economic clout.”-pg.108

Also, check out Judi Werthein’s Brinco [Sneakers], which were designed especially for migrant workers crossing the border between Mexico and the U.S.

[images on right via metropolismag.com]

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Why not put a few birds randomly about the home?  Or you could do some wallpaper-like patterns all over a room…might be interesting.

“This stencil is for the birds! This set of 6 mini stencils is just the
thing for decorating your walls, shirt, furniture – just about anything
– with pretty plumed pals. Each stencil is approximately 4″ square, and
each contains a unique design. Imported. Wipe clean.”

8.5″w, 11″h

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These would be just the thing to jump start some desk organization.

“Hand-made entirely of felt, these handy grey and green boxes have inset
areas to place pens and pencils, rubber bands, paper clips or any other
small pieces of desktop detritus. The more-organized user can fold the
boxes in half to cover their coveted supplies, while a freer soul can
leave them open, perhaps allowing small binder clips to mingle with the
thumbtacks. Modular and aesthetically quiet, these simple rectilinear
shapes are sized to scale, providing an invaluable organizational tool.”

Grey felt, 80% wool, 20% nylon; green felt, 100% wool.

Small box (two included), closed: H 1.5″ W 3.25″ D 3.25″, open: H .75″ W 6.75″ D 3.25″
Medium box (one included), closed: H 1.5″ W 3.25″ D 4.25″, open: H .75″ W 6.75″ D 4.25
Large box (one included), closed: H 1.5″ W 3.25″ D 11″, open: H .75″ W 6.75″ D 11″

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I don’t know anyone who would spend $800 on a set of candles, but these certainly aren’t ordinary. I suppose if someone just absolutely loved them beyond belief the price wouldn’t matter so much.

100% beeswax

Aphrodite height: 9.75″
Hermes height: 8.5″

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Suitable for outdoor use, this chair takes the common material of rubber bands and transforms them into an elegant solution for seating.

EPDM rubber bands

23.5″ x 23.5″ height 31.5″

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As always, it is my duty to inform you of any decent perpetual calendars. I’d say this qualifies and exceeds expectations with its spare and functional design.

“Is time linear? The Folle Wall Calendar (1982) says yes, offering an
innovative way to measure time, with the days of the month presented in
a straight line. A red pointer that slides along the top, above cobalt
blue numbers, adjusts to the current day. Two holes on either end allow
this perpetual calendar to be hung above your workspace, a reminder
that even everyday objects like a calendar can transcend the mundane.
Made in Denmark.”

W 39.5″ x D 3″

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Some refreshing color options are now available on Pablo Tube Top Lamps.

“A minimalist statement in form and proportion. Tube Top combines a
transparent formed acrylic base to support its elegant mesh fabric
shade in tension, steering away from conventional modes of
construction. Its lightweight shade appears to float freely, gently
tethered by its fabric cord.”

14″H x
4.5″D 
(Shade is 9 inches wide. Base is 4.6 inches wide)

Full range dimmer on cord.

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Maybe it’s a bit early for the birds where you are, but come springtime you’d be ready with new diggs for your feathered friends.

Birch and pine
17″ x 8″ x 5″

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