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After some sleuthing (and pdf downloading), I found out this foldable watering can is actually a topical re-design from the 1970s. Does that matter? Not really, but it's floral and foldable, which makes it oddly intriguing. Go figure. winner of the design plus award, this watering can is foldable for easy storage or colorful enough to hang on the wall when not in use. measurements: 14" 11 x 3 when...Read more

If you're a pet owner, you might add this bowl to your shortlist of upgrades for your little friend. These stylish pet food bowls are perfect for your favorite pampered pet! Raised off the floor, they aid in proper digestion. Made of wood & dishwasher safe ceramic. The bowls are removable. Small (double):14x7x5H, (bowl size 5.25" square by 2" deep), $55.00 Large (double bowl) 20x10x7H (bowl size 7.75" x 3"...Read more

Check out this wrinkly chair (that most of us will never be able to afford). The "Sponge" chair represents the debut of young Dutch designer Peter Traag, a graduate of London's Royal College. Its shape, inspired by sea sponges, is the result of a technological innovation that allows it to obtain a firm yet invitingly soft seat. Polyurethane foam has been injected directly into an overly large "upholstery" shell, which...Read more

If you're serious about losing some pounds, this scale might help with its fancy 'bioelectrical analysis'...plus, if you've got to have a scale, you might as well have a futuristic (or old-school eighties) looking one, right? With a digital readout over four inches tall, this body-analyzing scale measures several critical health metrics and displays them in numbers large enough to read without glasses. In addition to precise weight measurement in...Read more

Man, I've got to tell you this book is the 'go-to' travel bible if you care about staying in hotels that have that extra special something. Mr & Mrs Smith, the boutique & luxury hotel specialists, have compiled 30 of their favorite hotels around the world with personal reviews from well-known names, various local knowledge, tips, and things 'worth getting out of bed for'. You'll get inside information from those...Read more

How's this for thinking outside the box? Er, inside the box? Anyway, after living in this 344 square foot apartment with his family since he was a teenager, Gary, an architect, bought the apartment when in his twenties and decided to go to work on making it a usable, functional space. He managed to incorporate 24 rooms by clever sectioning and partitioning depending on his needs. Read the full NYTimes.com...Read more

I think it's appropriate to say we've come full circle, considering we can now purchase a more sophisticated version of a stone for multitasking in the kitchen. Marie Garnier designed these beautiful sandstone Homo Sapiens that can be used as a knife sharpener, crushing or grinding stone (pestle). 2.75" x 2" x 6.5"h...Read more

For those of you who prefer to not grab a glass when thirsty, this contraption will make your life a little bit easier. turns a faucet into a drinking fountain easy to install, just slip it on does not interfere with normal faucet use use in kitchen or bathroom fits faucets approximately .75" diameter plastic 1.5"w x 2.5" d x 1.5"h $3.95, Buy it here....Read more

This lamp combines materials in a thoughtful, functional design that's somehow new and vintage at the same time. I absolutely love it. Update: Apologies, I didn't catch that it's available for preorder from DWR...thanks LYD. “We have chosen honest materials that carry clear messages,” says Ilse Crawford, designer of the w084t Lamp (2008). “Iron for its feelings of stability, reliability and trust; wood with its warmth and life; and a...Read more

Reclaimed wood and simple styling makes this bed a no-brainer. Our reclaimed Douglas fir Plank bed adds a contemporary green twist to it's traditional design and honors the character of the rare first-growth fir used in its construction. Up to a century old, the aged wood-from razed buildings-shows off its rich hue, deep patina, and tight grain. The wood is hand-planed to smooth its surface while preserving the distinctive character...Read more

Here's a porcelain and maple board that eases the transfer from cutting to pot or plate, though I might say the Rinse and Chop Board seems to do the same with the extra added function of draining. Cut & Paste is a useful design by Klaus Hackl. Simply cut, slide and pour! Porcelain maple. Dimensions: 11.25"l x 5.75" x 2.25"h $70.00, Buy it here....Read more

This is a beautiful table lamp...one of those items to put on the 'when-I-can-afford-it' wish list. Table lamp composed of a satin ribbon that envelops a delicate black metal frame. Dress is a dynamic garment that expresses both solidity and transparency, the elegant personality of a garment dressed in light. Manufactured by Fambuena. Small: 10 3/4h x 8w, 60w bulb, $463.50 Medium: 17 3/4h x 15w, 150w bulb, $1,012.50 Buy...Read more

The easiest way not to lose your flash drive is to wear it, and considering that lanyards are sometimes hard to pull off as 'cool', this band/bracelet is a perfect alternative. never lose your flash drive again! 512mb capacity, usb interface soft, black silcone band easy to put on and take off (6) compatible with windows98 or higher/ mac os 9.0 or higher $29.95, Buy it here....Read more

If you've ever tried stacking bottles in the refrigerator, you know how handy these would be. Even outside the fridge, it'd make for a very inexpensive wine rack solution. You can use a single wedge for stacking against a wall, or a pair of wedges to create a sturdy pyramid of bottles or cans. Think of it as a virtually invisible wine rack. With just two Wine Wedges you can...Read more

If you've spent any time browsing through mid century inspired interiors, you're sure to have come across the Malm Fireplace. While I'm no expert on fireplaces and construction, it does seem like this would be (relatively) easy to install, and perhaps a lot less expensive than adding a traditional fireplace and flue. The Malm Fireplace can be used indoors or out, and comes with a three-piece flue for ceilings up...Read more