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I was quite excited when the first one of these was released, though it was too expensive, had no viewfinder, and no flash. Wasn't alone on these opinions and Olympus has thankfully addressed all of these issues. While my bank account still can't afford it, at least it's much closer to reality. What's to like about it? Micro four thirds, smaller body, interchangable lens. HD video. Way too many features...Read more

What appears at first as a vase is actually a stack of 4 unique bowls. Could be a handy thing to have for serving or storing snacks/food, or maybe even on your desk as a receptacle for office supplies. Totem is made by hand, so keep in mind that each one is "perfectly imperfect." designers: Constantin and Laurene Boym of Boym Partners for Purple South. Material: Ceramic Dimensions: 16"h x...Read more

Sure, you can find marquee lights around and about at antique shops and such, but with these you can pick whatever letters you want and there's an '@' symbol too. Immediate gratification vs. original signage? Tough choice. '@' Light, 17"w, 17"h, 4"d: $178.00, Available from UO Alphabet Lights, 19"w, 4"d, 24"h - 27"w, 4"d, 24"h (varies per letter): $178.00, Available from UO...Read more

I swear by my Lacie Firewire Speakers. They're self-powered, sound good, and look like little smoke stacks. I won't think twice about buying another set if they ever break. But this new, updated version looks very tempting: *has a built-in USB cable, so you won't lose it, nor will you have a tangle of wires. *dual power mode allows you to use the speakers with a USB cable or with...Read more

Crocheted Rubber! Apparently they feel soft and silky, and given that they're made from neoprine rubber, it's an elegant contrast of traditional methods (i.e. crochet) with unexpected materials. They'd be excellent little bowls to hold all sorts of things given their strength and durability. Available in Black, Gray or White. Small, 7"x 7"x 4"(h): $48.00 Medium, 9"x 9"x 4.75"(h): $64.00 Large, 11.5"x 11.5"x 5.5"(h): $89.00 (Sizes nest together) More pics:...Read more

These two photos of a 70's villa are uber-minimal/sparse, but the other shots show a quirky side. Refurbished by interior architects Renaud De Poorter and Femke Holdrinet, the home still has the bones of the original build, but the updates make it feel thoroughly modern and livable. It's quite the showpiece. Photography: Verne...Read more

Indoor or outdoor, this chair has some style. The knitted fabric reminds me of the Slow Chair, but, of course, this chair is a little more angular to be mistaken for its sibling. The cantilevered seat makes me wonder how much 'give' it has when you sit in it; does it bounce a little perhaps? Designer: Patrick Norguet Available in Black, Green, Brown. Dimensions: h:710mm, s:410mm, w:710mm, d:720/400mm See website...Read more

Hello, hello. These mathematically based stainless steel spheres transport electrical current while the LED lights evenly spread warm white light around a room. It's not often that stainless steel can appear both delicate and strong, but it certainly seems so in this case. Available in three sizes, this light is sure to fit any room, but with the smallest starting at $1,869.00 it unfortunately won't fit every budget. Designer: Raimond...Read more

A large map on a wall always adds a certain kind of charm to a room, especially ones that show personalized marks of travels. Artist Oliver Jeffers provides a hand-drawn map for those looking for something a bit more offbeat than typical maps available to purchase. Comes with pins too, to "chart your path to total global domination." *Created exclusively for the You and Me, The Royal We by Oliver...Read more

There's quite a few fetching things about this living area in Ranjana and Naeem Khan's Soho loft, the least of which is the (still) lovely Pouf Capitonne that we've featured before. Considering the super-wide/super-low green sofa and the many modern classics (see below), it's sort of surprising to see the peach/rose undertones in the curtains and carpet. Talk about a color that most of us wouldn't think of, peach is...Read more

This is one of my favorite designs ever. It's a quite sturdy plastic stool that folds out in about 3 seconds. Quite ingeniously, the carrying handle pops out when folded back up. When living in my tiny New York apartment, it always amused me whenever I put it back in its storage place; the 4 inch gap in between the wall and the refrigerator. It supports up to 300 lbs...Read more

I think every kitchen needs a large wooden spoon for cooking. It just has that warm, welcoming feeling when using it, and won't burn your hand when you touch it. Having that minaturized into flatware for eating sounds like a good idea to me. Made from fast-growing and renewable bamboo, and supposedly the knife won't ever lose its edge. 3 piece place setting....Read more

Okay, so some of these aren't 'new' as in brand-spanking-new, but seeing as we've only covered the Headboards by Mina Javid and some earlier wall graphics, it's definitely time for some serious coverage. You know about Threadless teaming up with Blik, but did you know about Third Drawer Down jumping on the wagon too? This is where your heart goes pitter-pat at the thought of placing some odd-yet-wonderful graphics around...Read more

Why do you need a stack of memo notes that look like a block of wood? I couldn't tell you, but I know I want one. My suggestion is that you don't bring this to this office. Once your coworkers get a hold of it your block of wood will be a sliver of wood by the end of the day. 1200 sheets....Read more

There's a certain fabulousness about chainmail, especially considering the success of Christophe Decarnin's Spring 2010 collection for Balmain. Now we can bring a little bit of that glamour home and put it to good use in the kitchen. Carl Merten's Oyster Glove is perfect for protecting your hands while de-boning, filleting, slicing, and shucking. Is it also good for a night out on the town? You're on your own with...Read more