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Masahiro Mori has created some amazing porcelain pieces and this collection of barware is no exception. The set includes 4 small sake glasses, 4 whisky tumblers and a pitcher and ice bucket.

$40 for the sake cups
$60 for the whiskey tumblers
$205 for the entire set–including pitcher and ice bucket

I believe I posted some pillows that had Alexander’s handiwork displayed just like this, and now, here’s a nice little doormat with the same delightful numbers and letters. Something fun to wipe your feet on.

100% handwoven coir fiber. 24″x24″x1.5″

What a nice placemat! And it’s different and modern and made from formica veneer on wood. I like it. But, there’s something unfortunate- it’s apparently discontinued and therefore the quantity is limited. Shoot, huh? Anybody know of another place that carries it?

L 15 3/4″ x W 11 3/4″

Looking for a kettle? This one is really quite nice; it is what it is, nothing crazy or unnecessary about it.

“the mami kettle by stefano giovannoni, for alessi 2003. made of 18/10 stainless steel, this kettle is a beautiful addition to the mami series. designed with a magnetic stainless steel heat diffusing bottom, the handle and whistle are black polymide. use medium heat on this kettle due to the smaller base.”

dimensions: 10.25″h x 3.5″w x 9.5″d

A modern take on an old theme: a lacquered metal frame features the favorite deers and trees of the traditional cuckoo clock. I’ve never thought I would put a cuckoo clock in my home (brings to mind plastic-covered upholstery and taxidermy for some reason), but I think this one has changed my mind.

You early adopters out there will like the new Tivoli SIRIUS radio, the first satellite table radio designed exclusively for home use. Delivers digital quality sound in 65 commercial-free music channels*, and over 40 news, sports and entertainment channels.

The radio is housed in a cherry wood cabinet with taupe metallic faceplate.

*Subscription required. Activation fees applies

These pillows are quite possibly the perfect thing to spruce up your home . You’re bound to find a pattern and color you like, because they’re available in all sorts of combinations- much more than the small sample that I’ve posted above (my favorite is the silhouette one). And, if you’re not so fond of the Thomas Paul designs, there’s gads more of other irresistable modernish pillows on 2modern’s site.

“Exclusive patterns and colors are hand silk screened by master printers using centuries-old techniques. Colors are custom mixed by hand for each printing.”

(pillows are organized by color, then pattern)

The folks at Mike and Maaike have made this amazing bamboo cantilevered mobile and it’s available for purchase today.

Shoot, this mirror is such a deal. I’ve seen mirrrors the same size go for at least twice as much, and I know ’cause I bought one. Six foot by three, with a six-9nch white lacquer finished border, it’ll be just the thing to add faux-space to your home. (And, no more standing on chairs to see how the shoes work…)

The other neat stuff in the picture you can find by following the link- apparently the white nesting table page isn’t working, but all the other items are available for your viewing pleasure.

Hang vertically or horizontally (hardware included)
•Glass mirror with engineered wood frame, white lacquer finish
•Made in USA

36″Wx1″Dx72″H

Yes, I know, this is way too expensive and not what most people call affordable, but it’s also incredibly amazing. It’s made of white goose feathers!! And, it’s almost 3 feet in diameter!! You just can’t beat that, at least not today. Think of how nice it’d look above a dining table, or next to a sofa. Mmm. Can somebody make me this for a tenth of the price? Please?

manufacturer: Heike Buchfelder, Germany

35.5″ diameter

This makes me so happy, as only a huge goose lamp would.

(as shown on display in Moss’s showroom)

A pretty pink pigeon made of Perspex.

Wall mounted 3mm vac-formed Perspex with 25W light bulb. Designed by Ed Carpenter.
Available in Pink or White.

This lamp is really quite striking; I would have it in my home in a heartbeat if it were just a bit more affordable.

“TOFU lamp, similar to the popular Japanese food. is created using a delicate manufacturing and cutting technique. Tofu becomes complete when the illuminant is inserted. The significance of Tofu is manifested through light, not the lamp.”

Tofu Mini: $560.00
Height: 8 1/4” (210mm)
Width: 11” (280mm)
Depth: 3” (76mm)
Weight: 9.3lb (4.2kg)

Tofu Regular (+$80.00):
Height: 11 5/8”(295mm)
Width: 14 3/8” (365mm)
Depth: 3” (76mm)
Weight: 17.7lb (8kg)

Material: Methacrylate(PMMA) & aluminum.

If you have a fireplace, this 5-piece stainless steel fireplace might be just what you’re looking for.

Features:
Constructed from top of the line German steel
Transcends the common fireplace set
Designed to suit your style and needs

Size: 10.63″wide x 29.13″tall

I love the idea of taking an inherent flaw of something and turning it into an advantage. This concept takes the familiar coffee ring and elevates it to something unexpected yet welcome. I saw these on this great design site a long time ago but, as far as I know, they weren’t available for purchase. Finally, it’s been picked up by a retailer in the US.

This Thomas Paul Baroque pillow is the perfect thing for today, as it seems I’m only posting black and white stuff. 100% silk twill and filled with a high quality poly insert, this 18″ pillow “stands up to the rigors of being lounged upon”. The case zips off via a hidden zipper for easy cleaning.

(it’s not $70.00 like all the other pillows! hurray.)