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Continuing the tradition of featuring a design classic each week ('Classic Thursdays' perhaps?), we turn our attention to Prouvé's Cité Lounge Chair. Designed by Jean Prouvé in 1930, the Cité Lounge Chair has broad leather arm straps and a molded sheet steel frame. This chair was one of Prouvé's earlier furniture designs, and typifies his rational-sculptural aesthetic. The strong lines with a reserved color palette all lead to a subtle...Read more

How's this for a minimal firewood holder? It's made from one strip of steel and features pine runners along the bottom to protect the floor. 30 x 8 x 13 inches...Read more

Besides being easy on the eye, this chair from e15 is also worth noting for its construction method: it's completely screwless. Made from 4mm thin oak-veneered plywood, the Houdini Chair is both visually and physically light and perfectly complements all e15 tables. There's several photos showing how it's constructed (The Making Of), which is as fascinating as it is laborious. Luckily, there's a collection by Stefan Diez, of which the...Read more

Totes! Everyone loves a tote, right? This Crossword Puzzle Tote is perfect for replacing those unnecessary shopping bags, as well as those rare moments where you're bored out of your mind. Hint: all the words can be found in the galleries of the National Museum of Singapore, and it also comes with an answer booklet in case you get stuck. Designed by OutOfStock....Read more

If you've never heard of Three Potato Four, and you like antiques and flea market finds, you're in for a treat. Besides having their own brick and mortar store located in Philadelphia, PA, they've now teamed up with Urban Outfitters to design 3-P4, an eight-piece home collection inspired by the items from their shop. Stu Eli, who owns and runs the store with his wife Janet Morales, says their aim...Read more

Update: The Kiosk Table lamp is on sale for $190 now at DWR, which is a heck of a lot more affordable than the regular price of $380. This oval shaped lamp would look lovely in any room. It's substantial as far as size and materials, yet the shape lends itself to working well on sideboards or nightstands. Inspired by classic mid-century Danish lighting. Materials: Solid brass; 100% linen with...Read more

The following post is sponsored by Greentea Design. Well, here we are with a Curious Collectible Giveaway from The Design Tree. One-of-a-kind collectibles (like a beautiful acupuncture doll or feng shui compass that you see above) sourced from artisan and antique markets across Asia will be given away 5 lucky winners, and all you have to do is click on the 'Like' button on Greentea Design's Facebook page from March...Read more

Just ran across these Fortune Posters from The Best Part. Each print uses phrases from real fortune cookies collected over the course of the artist's life. Available individually for $10 or as a set of 8 for $50... not bad for art on a budget. 12" x 18" prints....Read more

Surprise, amazement, adoration... all these things come to mind when perusing Lindsey Adelman's DIY lighting. There's currently 3 'You Make It' designs* available on Adelman's website, all with instructions and a detailed list of supplies needed. In case you aren't familiar with Adelman's lighting, normally the retail price range is in the thousands. Check it out: 'You Make It' designs *We've posted just one so far, the DIY Chandelier....Read more

There's been a few similarly convenient book rests that we've posted (Studio 1 and Book Rest Lamp are two that come to mind) but this one has a bit more space below for a larger stack, perfect for those of us that prefer to have several books available all at once....Read more

I love this little porcelain tray from West Elm. I think this is the perfect place to put my phone, wallet and keys when I come home after work. It would also be a really cute place for jewelry or make-up or anything that needs a bit of organizing. $16 for the big one, $6 for the little one. Currently they have free shipping. For $22 you can make out...Read more

These colorful little pod-like pieces would be perfect for putting by the door for small things like keys, sunglasses, phone, etc. They're small enough you can hang a jacket or coat on top, which is a definite plus. Made out of rolled bamboo using traditional Vietnamese skills. Comes in a set of five: One large red, one large turquoise, one small yellow, one small purple and one small blue. Also...Read more

More Iacoli & McAllister, except this time it's not lighting. The Frame Coffee Table is available in a black or white powder coated base with a natural, white wash, or black wash top, and there's also the Frame Side Table if you're looking for a smaller occasional size. Materials: Powder coated steel base. Inset sand blasted oak top. Finishes: Powder coated black or white base. Natural, white wash, or black...Read more

A felt bucket, you say? Why would you need that? Well, it's wonderfully soft and you could fill it with magazines, papers, knitting, toys, so on and so forth. It would be great for toting things up and down the stairs or to and from the car. Available in three bright colour combinations. Made from 100% wool felt with a chromed steel handle. Made in United Kingdom Dia 30 x...Read more

So, I'd never really heard of StyleFactory, nor am I particularly entranced by voting for products only to find out they may or may not be made, but I am fairly impressed with this sofa. It's very mid century (exactly the sort of thing you wish you'd find at a thrift or resale shop) and with the cantilevered table you'll have one less side table to find. Hand-tailored in the...Read more