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As you might have noticed, there have been a few posts lately from the recent and oh-so-long-ago past. That's because it's August, and, thankfully, that means it's time to take a much needed vacation. So, instead of doing all brand spanking new posts each and every weekday, you'll be seeing some content being fixed and updated and peppered into the line up, which is a good thing unless you like...Read more

With the new color pairing of black and brass, the Pixo looks like it has put on its tux (or little black dress) and is ready for a night out. As you might remember from our previous post last year, the standout feature of the Pixo is not necessarily the 360 degree rotation and three-axis articulated stem; instead its USB port in the base for charging mobile devices seems to...Read more

If you've a decent budget to spend on a desk, turn your eyes toward the Cedric. Rounded edges provide subtle detailing, giving it a quiet craftsmanship that makes it the sort of piece you'd pass down to the next generation. Made from solid European walnut; choose between a dark brown or orange leather top (and lined drawers, a nice detail). Designers: Kay and Stemmer Design Country: UK Material: Walnut, Leather...Read more

The thick glaze of the Melting Mug will hopefully give you a better grip so you don't spill your tea/coffee all over your desk/boss/coworker. Each mug is made of hand-cast porcelain and will fit nicely in the hand, especially as the mug is similar in shape to traditional Japanese Yunomi tea cups. Available in pink, mint, yellow, white, and gray. Materials: Porcelain Dimensions: 4.1" x 3.15" or 10,5 cm x...Read more

If you're looking for a true-to-materials seating option, check out these chairs hand made by ROLU Studio. They're extremely simple plywood and OSB chairs inspired by 70s DIY books, which has a certain minimalist charm that's bound to add variety and interest to your interior. And, though I don't have updated pricing at the moment, you can bet that they won't break the bank. shown above: Cube Chair Ply: 26”...Read more

There are several simple messenger bags out there, and the Orbit Collection by Sputnik Zurich most definitely belongs in that category. There's two pockets and one strap. It's a rectangle. Don't yawn yet, though, because the bag incorporates reflective stripes to make sure you stay visible at night. The stripes will completely surround your torso; that means you're safer no matter what direction you (or the vehicles around you) plan...Read more

If you've spent a lot of time on two wheels, you might recognize that this keyring is made from used bike spokes. Just screw/unscrew the spoke nipple to add or remove keys; it's as simple as that. And don't go thinking you have to be a bicycle nut to have one of these- the simple reuse of a spoke is reason enough to consider it for your everyday keys. Available...Read more

Tiny road: Kensington International Kindergarten "Geraldine Spilker has developed a process of binding ashes with resin, creating a tactile object from cremated remains." Carbon Fiber Eames Sofa by Matthew Strong. (via design milk) Pinohuacho observation deck Smart Ikea Hack for displaying Fome-Cor Boards Fun Paper Masks   Have a super-fun-fantastic weekend....Read more

This Primary Desk is an odd sort of fellow with its angles and points and slim drawers. Inspired by mid-century furniture in the designer's childhood, the desk hits a mark somewhere in between classic and futuristic, which isn't an easy target, to be sure. Solid walnut makes for a sturdy frame with just enough worktop space for a small computer and writing area, and five drawers are available to squirrel...Read more

No matter how hard we all try to minimize bits and pieces of paper and cards and invites, they show up unbidden in our bags and on our countertops. What to do? Don't buy a normal (boring) cork board to keep yourself organized, buy this tackboard with stripes! That's right, it's a tackboard, made of thin strips of industrial mill-made paper, all of which are stacked tightly together for the...Read more

This might seem like just a simple grey clock, but it has a clever rolling mechanism that allows it to display 24 different time zones. The hands work independently from the body, so you can roll the clock to whatever time zone you wish, and then roll it back to the local time. Only the side shows each time zone, leaving the face free of any extra graphics. The 11+...Read more

This colorful table and stool by UM Project would be a great choice for occasional tables. Whether you choose to go monochrome or mix colors, the duo-tone finish would add interest and warmth to a room. It'd be smart to use the sturdy stools as side tables for daily use and then as extra seating when you have a few more guests than chairs. Note: The stool you see above...Read more

Fun bookends? Yes, please. WAKA WAKA’s Shin Okuda turns ordinary plywood into these colorful bookends. They're sold in sets of two, in mismatched colors, mind you, so tell your books to stand up straight for their semi-crazy and exciting new friends. You DIYers might feel an itch to replicate these with your own shapes and colors, and, if so, go for it, as you'll only need some plywood, glue, paint,...Read more

Don't be dissuaded by the size, the Craig Carrying Case is not necessarily a clutch purse, though it could be if you so choose. Japanese stationary brand Delfonics brings us this option for storing a small laptop and a magazine. One large zipper pocket buttons down over an open pocket on the front, in a size that's handy enough to carry on its own or stash in a larger bag....Read more

If you choose any of the Fleche rugs for your home, you are allowed to be socially boring*. The rugs are Samare Studio's update to the Pays d'en Haut Legacy collection, and utilize traditional felting techniques to create the imagery of flames and bolts of lightning (as evoked by the Quebec native 'fléchée' motif). Four different palettes are available. Designed by Samare Studio in association with textile designers Linda Topic...Read more