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Filmaker Davina Pardo is working on a short documentary entitled 'MINKA', a story about a 250 year old Japanese farmhouse. Originally inspired by the book Minka: My Farmhouse in Japan by retired AP foreign correspondent John Roderick, the film looks to be well worth watching, and seeing as they're still raising funds to finish off distribution costs, you can check out the trailer below or on their fundraising page to...Read more

You might have heard of the Buddha Machine, but do you own one? The Buddha Machine is a small plastic box that plays ambient loops, sort of like an AM radio except with specific tracks. Music that comes from the Buddha Machine is intended to provide calm and inspiration for our fast-paced lives, and can be experienced through the built-in speaker or through headphones. Also, there's a an iPhone app...Read more

When you just can't put pencil to paper correctly, this eraser will commiserate with you in just the right way. There's also a Delete Eraser, but it is currently out of stock, and a Shit Eraser if you need a stronger expletive....Read more

Dare I say that Carl Malmsten's furniture is becoming trendy again? (Gasp.) I halfway despair when certain classic items become popular, because usually those cherished-from-afar pieces start to spread throughout every magazine and blog almost to the point that they lose some of their appeal. Now, in the case of this sofa, I have my fingers crossed that won't happen. It's just too elegant and timeless to succumb to that...Read more

These cork trivets are made to look just like toast, which is a cute thing for the breakfast table (unless you have really bad eyesight). Right now it looks like the 'side order' of 2 pieces is out of stock, but the 'half loaf' of 6 pieces is available. Approximately 4" x 4" x 3/8"...Read more

With all the soirees you have planned for the upcoming holidays, you might want to get a few of these Typo plates. Could be fun to match the plate to your guest's initial, perhaps? While the full set of 26 plates is pretty cost prohibitive (£569.00), a few here and there scattered about the table would do enough to keep things colorful. Also, apparently this is an exclusive for this...Read more

Remember Andrew Zuckerman's Bird and Creature books? Now he's entered into the world of music with a book and iPad app featuring portraits of over fifty musicians. The app has the added bonus of individual films included (see below). To see more, visit the site: Andrew Zuckerman: Music And, of course, here's the video showcasing the Music app: Andrew Zuckerman Music App from Andrew Zuckerman Studio on Vimeo. Actual book...Read more

Ran across this cast concrete stool/side table while on Svpply yesterday. Considering the design and actual heft, I'd say $375 isn't too bad of a deal. In fact, if I saw this in a high-design storefront, I would probably guess a much higher price tag. It can go outside in a patio or garden or be just at home next to a sofa. For more on the design process, visit...Read more

These rubber boots are printed with playful "rain level" gauge graphics, perfect for galoshing around the city on rainy days and finding the largest puddle to jump in. Or, for just looking really cool and turning a few heads. Designed by Stefano Priovano and manufactured in Italy....Read more

Luxury pens and fancy mechanical pencils? Pffft. Kick it old school style with this pencil designed by Conrad Gessner over 400 years ago. Did you get that, 400 years ago? It's hand-made from turned cherry wood and will set you back a mere £21....Read more

I've got my sights set on these lights from Anzfer Farms, which is just too darn bad since I'm in the UK (voltage difference, blergh). But, hey, if you're in the good ol' US of A, you should take a look. They're made from reclaimed wood, some (or all) of which are gathered on the San Francisco shoreline, and have just the right amount of rustic to go with your...Read more

Uh, a crocheted laptop case that empowers people to rise above poverty? Sign me up. Using materials sourced from local vendors, this thin laptop sleeve will do all sorts of good for your computer and, of course, for the people of Uganda. And hey, if the stripey red sleeve above isn't your sort of thing, no worries, check out the uber cool black sleeve below....Read more

Less is sometimes more. These classic clocks by Swiss industrial designer Max Bill were designed in 1957 and are, quite frankly, timeless. Perfectly proportioned and firmly in the 'minimal' category, these clocks tell the time with a quartz clock battery-operated (single AA battery) movement....Read more

If you're in Los Angeles this weekend, you might want to pop on over to (one of our lovely sponsors) Modernica's annual factory sale. There's a chance you'll save from 30-80% off favorites like shell chairs, George Nelson Bubble Lamps, Case Study daybeds, beds, shelving units, etc. There's also a 48 hour online sale on Friday (Nov 19) for those of you that can't quite swing the trip. Sale starts...Read more

Get ideas in the shower? Or in the rain? or while doing dishes? Behold the Waterproof Notebook, which is comprised of 80 sheets of waterproof paper and a graphite pencil. (I hadn't really been aware of such a thing as waterproof paper, but apparently you can tear out the sheets like an ordinary notebook.)...Read more