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Quite a markdown- it’d be a good alternative to a table/bedside lamp, freeing up valuable surface space. Perhaps it’s time to switch out a light or two?

Fiberglass.

H 8.5″ W 11.75″ D 11.75″

For those of you that prefer to correspond by putting pen to paper, these notecards are a nice option. Different envelope flap colors are available: turquoise, brown, red, and purple.

5 cards to a pack

I like the simplicity of this clock.

13.75 in. sq.

For those of you looking for a different way to add atmosphere, this oil lamp shadow projector might do the trick. Just make sure your visitors aren’t afraid of birds…

“Lumen is an acid-etched, stainless steel, oil lamp shadow projector. It comes with two 17-hour fuel cells.”

Designed by Adam Frank.

This made the rounds a while back, but unable to find a source in the US, I never featured it. I was pretty excited to see that Compact Impact (an importer of great Japanese products) has added it to its list of wares.

Finally, a solution for streamlining your office and getting rid of that bulky shreader.

Update: Also available from Container Store for half the price.

Why get a real tree or even a fake tree when you can get one that folds up and tucks away nicely in a drawer?

Size : 120 x 160 cm.

You don’t have to be a globe-trotter to know what time it is halfway around the world. This clock has the time anywhere on the planet, and tells it in a fashionably simple way.

Engraved layered laminate , 550X210mm, metal hands, quartz mechanism.

Stunning new lamp by Erich Ginder.

Handmade cast resin base in black or white. Cherry veneer shade in black or white lined with marbled paper.

24 H 15 W, Features on cord dimmer switch and three 40w candelabra bulbs.

The amount of light emitted depends upon how much the lid is opened. This would make a perfect gift for any of your design/gadget lover friends.

Literally a ‘light box’, Franco Bettonica and Mario Melocchi’s compact Cuboluce allows the level and angle of light emitted to be adjusted simply by varying the degree to which its lid is opened. Made from technopolymers, it takes one 40w E14 R50 bulb (not included). Also available in white or red.

Dimensions
W4 x D4 x H4.25 in

This may or may not be your cup of tea, but you have to agree it’s somewhat humorous. Might be a good gift perhaps (if you’ve got the cash, that is)…

10.6″H x 19.2″dia
ceramic

This would work quite well in the right office or living space.

Update: This item is unfortunately no longer available. (6/22/09)

Fukosawa really knows how to elevate a simple object and make it a design piece.

“This 12″ square bowl is made from thinly sliced wood veneer folded into a dynamic container ideal for holding dinner rolls, fruit, chips or as an organizer for small items. Occasional wipes with oil or wax keeps veneer rich in wood tones.”

Spot clean only. 12″ x 12″

The heft of these particular bookends will ensure your books stay put in style.

“This new design was inspired by Los Angeles’ famous historical American Cement Building on Wilshire Blvd…X00 bookends weigh a substantial 9.5lbs for (model 00) and 4.75lbs for model (X). Because of its modular design, they can be rotated vertically or horizontally to be used for large and or small books.”

These would provide a nice alternate view for those of you that might not have a desirable one.

Fantasy Shades: Fine art serigraph: white ink on white material creates a shadow from another city in your room. Pull down the shade and create an alternate reality! … 1. Umbrella Trees Create the illusion of a view of Rome from a rooftop apartment. The trees are just outside your window. 2. I left my heart in San Francisco The Golden Gate Bridge is just beyond reach. The shadow of the bridge is visible when you pull down the shade.”

Designed by Melissa Borrell

36″ x 72″