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If you read Wallpaper, I’m sure you’ve seen pieces from this line. This piece is by famed Dutch designer Hella Jongerius. Pricy? Definitely. Impractical? A little. Coming home with me? With out a doubt.

Clever, indeed.

“Here’s a design item so functional and innovative, it was actually featured in Popular Mechanics! This modern solution to the static hook found in bathrooms and closets uses gravity to hold onto anything you hang towels, clothing, purses, etc.’with its patented double hook. Place an item on the lower arm of the Clever Hook the top arm is automatically pulled down to ‘pinch’ it in place. The heavier the item, the more secure the pinch. The Clever Hook mounts with two wood screws and has been tested to hold up to 40 pounds when attached to a stud or anchored to the wall. It is available in beech wood, as well as five plastic patterns, and is attractive enough to hang in any room in the house.”

h 3″ w .05″ d 2″

Here’s one nicely shaped pendant lamp for a relatively decent price.

Available in white or black.

Currently 10% off with discount code THEBIG10.
Free shipping, (and no tax)

Sometimes you just need your apples cored. Why not do that with an amazing corer from themagazine.info?

Molo, the designer of the “softwall”, has designed a pretty cool product called “Softblock” which are:
“Honeycomb building blocks that can be used alone, or stacked together to create functional surfaces, or partitions of varying heights and shapes.

Softblocks are available in sizes from 1′ to 4′ tall, and varying thicknesses, although all softblocks can be stretched open to as much as 12-15′ (4-5m) in length.

Softblocks are amazingly versatile and can be readily stacked up to 10′ (3m) tall. Softblock structures can be created with embeded display areas, and can be top, or back lit to create stunning results.

Textile softblocks are easy to manipulate, able to withstand rough handling, and are water and tear resistant. Softblocks have sufficient cell density when expanded to allow them to be stacked one upon another, and to support moderate amounts of weight (e.g., a 10lbs/5kg object displayed on a flat tray). The ends of softblocks are finished with a white sythetic non-woven material. Softblocks can be dusted, vacuumed and wiped clean with a damp cloth.

Textile softblocks are made of a polyethylene based sheet material that has a Class A flame spread rating and tends to shrink away from flame – however, this material will burn if a source of flame is sustained, and thus SHOULD NEVER BE PLACED NEAR AN OPEN FLAME OR HEAT SOURCE. Please inquire if further information required.”

Looking for a new way to save some change? This bank is something different and would be an effective way to save, since it actually requires manpower to retrieve whatever coins or bills you might have deposited. You actually saw through the dotted lines/cut marks in order to reveal a cardboard backing which is then removable and reusable (as the backside)…though I’m guessing that you wouldn’t want to since the dotted cut marks adds that extra little design element that sets this bank apart from the rest. Might make a good gift for someone with a modern eye and a tightened budget.

I’m sure there’s an accompanying artist statement to this that speaks about the ills of society or something to that effect, but I just like it.

Sometimes when “mirrored” and “chrome” are adjectives used to decribe an object, cringes are seen or felt (not for me, of course, because I’m partial to that type of thing). This particular lamp are both of these things, yet remain elegant, truly embodying perhaps the best elements of “distincive” designs of the 60’s and 70’s…

Mirror (Chrome) & Semi-Transparent Frosted (Acrylic)

15.75″ h x 11.81 dia.

I love my wooden utensils. They’re so kind to my cookware and feel great to use (not like those parvenu silicone utensils of late).

These are handmade in China by manufacturing partners who demonstrate a commitment fair labor practices and environmental standards

Sometimes product pictures are kinda funny, especially when a model is involved. The light is pretty neat, though…

“This glowing silicone ball is both portable & rechargeable. A gentle squeeze turns the bubble on, and another one turns it off. Can be used on its own, or hanging from its cable. Each sold separately.”

-Indoor/Outdoor Use
-Splash Resistant
-Includes Charger and Cable
-Hold charge for up to 5 hours

Materials: Silicone, LED’s

3.25″ diameter

I really like the simplicity and beauty of the ginkgo leaf as a design element.

Available in green celadon (shown) and orange.
6″ x 4″ x 1″.

Oooh! I love this. This is great for eating on the sofa, coffee table, or bed.

“Stylish service in striking white (shown) or black. Lacquered bamboo.”
31″ x 23″ x 4″h.

This is such a nice rug…the organic pattern adds interest without overpowering a room.

“Hand tufted of 100% New Zealand wool, the rug’s circular motif was inspired by the naturally occurring pattern of rocks in the ocean. The design’s organic shapes are highlighted by Adams’ use of rich color and pile, which adds depth and texture to the rugs.”

100% New Zealand wool; cotton monk’s cloth; latex.

Available in Brown or Grey.

W 6’x D 9′

If you have limited space outdoors and want to grill on the weekends without reverting to a tiny weber, the table grill would not offend the eye whilst tempting the palette.

“the table grill by eva solo. a smaller version of the popular barrel grill, the table grill is portable and, well, looks pretty nice on a table for a hibachi-style cookfest. teak base for heat protection. not suggested for use on plastic or easily heat-damaged materials.”

6.3″ h x 11.8″ dia.

While I’m a bit in wonder as to what the text actually looks like, it seems like a particularly good way to say something ordinary in a unique way.

“go way beyond greeting cards with these unique plants.
so what is a message bean? it’s an ordinary bean, carefully laser etched in such a way that when the bean germinates and sprouts into a small plant ( this usually takes 1 – 2 weeks ), the bean itself will read ‘happy birthday’ or ‘thank you’. each bean comes ready to grow in it’s own canister, which doubles as a planter ( although you could re-plant it anywhere you like ). it includes soil as well, so all you have to do is add water. the end result is a very affordable ‘card’ that won’t soon be forgotten by anyone who receives it.”

‘happy birthday’ and ‘thank you’ available.