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Add a little order to your workspace with this triangular Brass Desk Organizer. The brushed, matte finish adds a subtle shine that just might catch your eye every so often to remind you to tidy up any errant papers. Add the Brass Hexagon Pots or the Pencil Cup for pens and pencils. Dimensions: 6.75" x 3.25" x 1.75" Materials: Brass Origin: India...Read more

Architects and designers, do you need a new notebook? The grey pages of the Archimetric Notebook are ruled at a scale of 1/100° and 1/50° for precision drafting. There's a few blank pages as well for other notes and sketches, and, as an extra prize, there's a scale ruler, bookmark, protractor and t-square included. Once you get through your first book, start numbering the spines for easy reference. Designed by...Read more

Do you remember the Swing Bin by Shigeichiro Takeuchi on Kickstarter last year? The bin is composed of a simple cylinder with a wooden lid that swings and tilts, allowing disposal while hiding the bin's contents. It's now available to purchase via Shigeichiro Takeuchi's Moheim shop, so if you missed the Kickstarter campaign, you now have a second chance to upgrade your trash receptacle. Material: ABS, natural wood veneered MDF...Read more

The beauty of a walnut armoire/cabinet done in a minimal, modern design is just plain hard to resist, no matter the cost. Chadhaus (a favorite of ours here at BLTD) has released this new design and it has the same quality marks we've come to know and expect (and love) from their previous pieces. The hand-built nature of the solid wood case and custom-veneered doors guarantees that it will last...Read more

What's the big deal about a piece of polished copper? For starters, it's hand-polished to a mirror shine, so you can see your face in it every day (you'll have a rosy glow, which will do wonders for your self-confidence). The copper will take on a warm patina over time, giving it an ageless appeal and character- perhaps you'll be lucky enough to say the same about your face? Designed...Read more

You probably won't care much about this ruler unless you spend time with papers and pencils, but for those of us that still rely on old school tools most of the time or occasionally, it's definitely worth a look. The Keyway Ruler has metric units on one side and imperial units on the other, with a rolled edge that allows you to flip between the two systems. And, if you...Read more

Take a look at the size of the BeoPlay A2 Speaker. Compared to other bluetooth speakers, that's a reassuring thing because, as some experts will cry from the rooftops, it's just not easy to pack a great sound into a very small box. The look of it doesn't hurt either, as green, black, and grey are right up our sartorial alleyways. The leather strap makes it easy to carry or...Read more

Poufs! They're just the thing to rest your tired and sore feet on after a long day's work. Thankfully this collection of Brick Poufs are super simple and very affordable, and they're available in seven somewhat muted colors, one of which is bound to work with your interior's overall color story. Choose between the Cube, the Round, and the Large. The larger sized poufs are obviously well suited for coffee/cocktail...Read more

Tom's hut (Photo: Albrecht Imanuel Schnabel) Art/Sculpture: Günter Haese Could Japanese Design Be the Cure for Your Tech Addiction? The Ockham Razor- a minimalist, modern razor. Self Portraits: Harry Woodrow plants envelop dossofiorito's hanging epiphytes pots with their roots “What I Wish I'd Known Before Building My Shipping Container Home" Cute tiny house: Tiny house is almost passive, clad in shou-sugi-ban Six Lessons in Restoration   Have an excellent weekend....Read more

The Waterworks Bulb looks so much better than a wine bottle Plant Nanny, don't you think? It's suitably sized for smaller houseplants, and blends in more with its surroundings thanks to its clear glass bulb. You can also choose which sort of terra-cotta cone you'd like based on the amount of water a specific plant needs, thus ensuring ideal water flow and happier, healthier plants. Brand: House of Thol (also...Read more

If you're shivering alone at night, wondering where all the other weird and wonderful people are, you need a BFGF blanket to keep you company. With simple sketches of banal objects, the blankets give a casual cartoon perspective that is both familiar and funny. The Worldwide Aura Blanket (above) is my favorite, but the others will be just as warm and will perhaps suit you and your décor just as...Read more

Third Drawer Down Studio has collaborated with artist Craig Damrauer to create this set of fabric keyrings. They all feature a blend of science and art in word equations ("Modern Art = I could do that + Yeah, but you didn’t"). You've got to be tempted, for there's at least one that fits your realm of interests. Artist: Craig Damrauer Woven fabric keyrings, size: 120mm x 25mm (4.75" x 1")...Read more

This light bears its name for obvious reasons. The adjustable light projects a beam onto a folded aluminum shade, which then bounces the light back towards its source. The large, sail-like shade seems to float in mid air, yet reality shows a thin chain that hangs from a single point in the ceiling. This complete separation of light source and shade allows for various placements- do have some fun with...Read more

Look at this beauty. In a bright strawberry red, this sun bed will be sure to beckon you towards the outdoors this summer. Don't worry, though, if red isn't your color there are 11 other colors to choose from (including the requisite white and very safe gray). The Weekend Chair (shown below) is what originally caught my eye, as it costs $285, and that's pretty affordable compared to some of...Read more

A pretty patterned rug that rolls right in with the spring season is just what our floors need. These Aelfie x Studio Proba Rugs play with colorful, geometric shapes in a flat woven 100% wool. All five designs are easy on the eyes, but these three are my favorites (and seem to be available through the Cooper Hewitt Shop's website). Fair warning, though, there's a limited edition of only 3...Read more