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Did you know that ‘Hebi’ translates to ‘Snake’ in Japanese? This little lamp can twist in every direction, which allows you to shed light any which where you please- even the shade rotates. Created in 1970, this lamp is one of the many icons of 20th century design. It holds a rightful place in the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Flexible metal tube covered in PVC.

Size: ca. 3.5″ Diameter lamp shade x 19.68″ long fully extended.

A pleasant ginko pattern from the kids at twenty2.

I think acrylic may have run it’s course (has it?), but I still like the idea of having an entirely transparent room.

“Features a tray with a variety of configurable holders, including a tape dispenser, stapler, magnetic clip-cup, and letter holder. Made of clear polystyrene plastic with metal parts.”

Oh, this is good. Obviously you wouldn’t want to give this to someone who takes their religion too seriously, or, maybe you would. Hopefully everyone can appreciate the fact that regardless of personal beliefs or ideologies, it’s simply a good design.

designer: Simone Luling
materials: bronze; horse hair, rubber
dimensions:1.50″ high 8.50″ wide 11″ long

Update: This item is unfortunately no longer available. (10/22/09)

This is probably a little different than what you’re used to. A soft, woven fibre-glass cloth is the “shade” of this light, and possibilities are endless. You can hang in on a wall, lay it on the floor- really, any way you choose, this light would be lovely.

Dimensions: cloth: 28.75″ x 28.75″
Materials: glass fiber cloth, synthetic material, 40W bulb

Take a moment to take a look at this Crevasse Vase by Zaha Hadid. This polished stainless steel vase reflects light with it’s elegant lines and has that certain elusive architectural substance that you know you want. Do I know what I’m talking about? Maybe.

measures 3.25″ x 2.25″ x 16.5″ height

How many times have you inteded to bring something with you to work and you’ve entirely forgotten? If it’s too many times to count, you may just want this 50 sheet “Forget me not” pad that hangs on your door knob.

Need some decorative nonsense? Try some of these wall slats. They can be applied horizontal or vertical. And are 1/2 inch deep, wood based, primed ready for painting; peel away sticker back for easy application.

From one of Jonathan Adler’s earlier lines, the ‘Nelson’ line of pottery is based on the bubble lamps made by George Nelson. I really like how Adler can make ceramic look like it’s draped over a wire frame. It’s elegant.

Do any of you have landlines anymore? If so, check out these old timey rotary phones that have been collected from Argentina and refurbished back to orginal working condition.

Such fun! This hand-tufted carpet is sure to add a little humor to your home and maybe give you an excuse to learn some dance steps.

Dry clean only

6’x6′

This is my new favorite pillow. 100% linen (super-soft) with hidden zipper for easy removal/cleaning.

Available in Celedon or Magenta.

18″x18″

Lamp shades that change pictures when you turn the lights on. A sweet bucolic scene of animals in a field suddenly turns creepy when illuminated and hunters appear. There are eight total scenes to choose from: sea, zoo, snails, birds eye, skeletons, bugs, bank robbery and hunters.

(no longer available)

I am so upset. When I saw this phone yesterday, I really fell head over heels. That might sound silly, but really, how often do you see a phone that knocks your socks off? I want it and can’t buy it!! It’s not fair. Maybe if we all email the company, they’ll succumb to the inevitable and provide an option to ship to the U.S.

These are cute. Think of all the stuff you could put in them (paperclips, small accessories, etc.). You can also take it with you when traveling, since it can be packaged flat with snap together assembly. AND, best of all, it’s recycled leather with wool felt.

10″ x 10″
when assembled

This item is no longer available from the original retailer, Ply Design.