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Sure, a simple shelf sounds okay, but then you see the frame sort of floats away from the wall, and that means extra dimension. Not an extra dimension (don't get too excited), just extra dimension, as in, a pinch of optical illusion when you walk by. The robots and bus make it look perfect for a kid's room, but the collectors among us know an extra shelf or two means...Read more

Hmm, what's this? A big ball of yarn? Not quite, though on first glance the assumption is understandable. It's a chair hand-knitted with cotton cord by a group of women of Mexican-descent in Los Angeles, California. Amaya Gutierrez, the designer, works with this team to produce textiles inspired from her home town in Oaxaca, Mexico. Gutierrez aims for style and durability in all of her products with hopes it will...Read more

How about a little DIY lighting? Dino Sanchez has added a new (and affordable) table lamp to brighten up any small, dreary spot. All the pieces are included, so just add your own elbow grease and in no time at all you'll have your lamp assembled. (Available for pre-order; it will begin shipping 03/25/2013.) Specifications : 4.5in L x 3in H x 1.5in W Materials : Solid oak, brass Electrical...Read more

What's better than a black and white patterned rug? A reversible, indoor-outdoor black and white patterned rug, of course. Recycled polypropylene won't be the softest on the soles of your feet, but the trade off is that you simply hose it down to clean. That means toting it out to the patio, park or beach is perfectly acceptable, if not encouraged. -100% recycled polypropylene -Reversible -For indoor and outdoor use...Read more

If you hadn't seen the title, would you have known what this was? This guy is probably one of the more elegant humidifiers out there, as it allows water to diffuse into the air through its thinly sliced hinoki (Japanese cypress) 'mast', thus accelerating moisture diffusion tenfold. Of course, if you need a beefier, electronic humidifier, do consider the Drop ($49), the Anton Ultrasonic Humidifier ($139), or the Takumi Chimney...Read more

Just when you thought your smartphone had enough wizardry, it goes and upgrades your car's capabilities. The Automatic Link uses your smartphone to 'talk' to your car's onboard computer, learning your driving style and scoring you on gas efficiency. What else? It can detect crashes (and immediately report it to 911 and text your loved ones), help you understand what the 'check engine' light means, and will always remember where...Read more

And so the intrigue continues over the pricing of the Acapulco Chair. Such mystery! That sounds a little like the title of a paragraph intended for a bilingual learning exercise, but nonetheless, just do a quick search and see the prices out there online. $400 - $500? No thank you, not when it's $249 from this retailer. Craziness. -Handwoven black and blue PVC cord -Black powdercoated steel tube frame -Indoor...Read more

New stuff may be arriving left and right for the spring season, but let's not forget there's always a need for appropriate coat racks by the front door. This one from Amenity Home has a smart storage slot for mail and papers that'll be handy long past the cold, dark days of winter. Handcrafted from reclaimed wood, you have a choice between a 42" or 54" size, or, if needed,...Read more

And you thought the soccer ball was just a soccer ball. Well, thanks to the company Uncharted Play it can be much, much more. The SOCCKET is soccer ball that harnesses and stores energy. Thanks to a pendulum-like mechanism inside the SOCCKET, a mere 30 minutes of play can generate a simple LED lamp for 3 hours. Innovative idea, isn't it? An off-grid power source is obviously needed in many...Read more

Still looking for a decent messenger bag? A bit picky, aren't we now? That's okay, because you should be when it comes to the bag you carry around most everyday. This flap front, messenger style bag is made of heavy cotton duck and natural HF leather for a utilitarian look, feel, and function. Two large compartments and two smaller pockets keep things partitioned on the inside with a snap front...Read more

At first glance, these Airvases by Torafu Architects seem too light and, well, airy, to pay much attention to, but then the 'Bauhaus' title piques one's interest. Rather bold designs appear on these flexible and lightweight paper vases when seen from different angles, giving an interesting play of postitive/negative space. The set of three airvases arrive flat and ready for sculpting. Designed by Torafu Architects in Japan/ The BAUHAUS DESSAU...Read more

Don't say you don't need a desktop organizer because you'll just sound all put together and organized. These trays by Caroline Gomez offer two ways to give order to chaos: the plateau is a simple surface with two compartments for small accessories and the tablette tray offers rails to hold cards, photographs and notes. material: beech dimensions: 27.5 x 18.5 cm designer: Caroline Gomez hand made in : France...Read more

Faceted boulders! Low-res rocks! Talk about a great addition to a landscape, or as a sort of objet d”²art (air quotes) in an empty corner of a room. There's not a lot of info, but really, what do you need to know other than they're made from steel? Update: No longer available through original link (Etsy), but good news, now available directly from the designer/maker, Wyatt Studio. ~24w x ~24d...Read more

SOCCKET: The Energy-Harnessing Soccer Ball (via fastcoexist) The 10 year hoodie (via kottke) Comparing Couches Hand-cut newspaper by Donna Ruff Basalt Formations Pictures of hipsters taking pictures of food Interview Tips for when someone asks, "What questions do you have for us?" 20 fun facts about the human body Have a nice weekend!...Read more

Hmm, here's something interesting. For once, a product posted years ago (2008) has actually gone down in price, from $575 to $325. And yes, your eyes are correct, the Gomitolo clock has a soft ecru knit cotton cover: a sweater, if you will, for your time keeping device. The cover can be removed and washed as needed. Designers: Carlo and Benedetta Tamborini for Diamantini & Domeniconi. Dimensions: 35" dia x...Read more