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While this looks to be a perfect invention for readers (automatic sensor, brilliant!), take note that if you live outside of the U.K. you should be prepared to switch out the power plug, or ask after a customized version to suit you. Lili Lite is a reading light, a bookmark and a bookshelf combined into one smart product. A sensor turns off the light when an open book is placed...Read more

Take a look at this moon-inspired interpretation of the clock. A clock with a form derived from the lunar phase considered most beautiful in Japan since ancient times. The hour and minute hands are emphasized as the absent "shadowed" portion passes over them. Designer: Teruhiro Yanagihara Materials: Aluminum Dimensions: 5.3" dia. $99.00, Buy it here....Read more

I know these are normal-nice, and not especially amazing in design attributes, but seeing as they promote international holiday cheer you'll just have to bear it. 'The words may be different, but when it comes to champagne, the sentiment is the same around the world "cheers!" Fluent in the international language of celebration, our glass champagne flutes are etched with traditional toasting words: "cheers" in English, "sante" in French, "salute"...Read more

These are an excellent way to camouflage a votive candle. The Citylight is a vellum lampshade that slides over a laser cut metal city scape, inside sits a votive candle and voila, you have a perfect reflecting city, creating a wonderful mood on any table inside or out. The set comes complete with the base, 2 vellum shades and the city scape in a cute little box. Berlin, Hamburg, London,...Read more

I remember seeing these window shades a while back and now that they're available for purchase I have to say I still think they're pretty clever. Paris. Stockholm. Helsinki. Tokyo. By night. Sun set or dark night. Sun light or street light. The city traces itself onto your windows. A subtle illusion. Paris 120 x 200 cm / Tokyo 140 x 200 cm / Helsinki 160 x 200 cm /...Read more

Wall-mounted wine racks are a super way to save space and show off your collection at the same time. Sparked by the graphic line of hanging grapes, Wagner created this wall-mounted wine rack for Danish brand Menu. The clever design allows you to suspend all kinds of bottles: ordinary ones, slim dessert ones, even heftier ones of Champagne. Available in polished aluminum or skinned in black rubber. Mounted with two...Read more

These concrete planters will add a sleek modern look to whatever plant you choose. I love the offset opening; funny how a rather simple design alteration can make all the difference. Introducing the 2008 concrete planter collection. Designed by Leo Estevez and individually poured using our custom concrete blend which is 40% lighter than standard concrete. A smoother more polished finish is what sets our objects apart. Planters are individually...Read more

This might be a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in science-y type stuff. Invented in the late 1870s by chemist Sir William Crookes, a Radiometer is part science project, part conversation piece. Housed inside a glass bulb with a partial vacuum, the four vanes of the Radiometer are attached to a delicate stem, which rotates when it senses the presence of light. The brighter the light, the faster it spins....Read more

This apartment in Copenhagen is beautiful. From the light wood floors, to the white walls, to the simple furniture selections...I'm smitten. I absolutely love the transom window above the door. If you have the ceiling height, it could be a good way to add extra light into a dark room or just make a plain door more interesting. [posted by kris]...Read more

Teach your friends and family dining etiquette without saying a word. Referencing "proper" British etiquette, these plates are printed with a diagram showing the correct placement of utensils (twenty past four) when dinner is done, as well as the caption "Place your utensils in the dotted lines when finished". Price shown is for a set of two plates. Designer: Willie Tsang Materials: Fine Porcelain Dimensions: 10" dia....Read more

This light shade is quite lovely and versatile. First 30 all numbered made for Panik Design. The ZiPP Light shade can change from a seed like shape into a flower shape. Flat packed for self assembly. Material: PP, Bulb to be used Max 40 Watt. £ 155.00 (around $230.00 US at the moment), Buy it here....Read more

Here's a colorful option for framing your favorite pictures. Set of 4 baroque resin frames in assorted vibrant colors. Frame size 9x11...inside matting window 4x6. Classic desk stand or horizontal vertical wallmount included. All felt backing. $32.00, Buy it here....Read more

I cannot stop looking at this amazing renovation of a 150 year old farmhouse by the architecture firm FARO. I love the lack of ornamentation on the exterior of the building. Stunning. [posted by kris]...Read more

This looks like such a handy thing to put all sorts of food stuffs in. A pre-molded soft silicone pot, 2" wide and 3.5" high (50 x 87 mm) that you squeeze, it opens, you fill it, you release the pressure, it closes. You need it? Squeeze it, it opens, a little shake and it pours, release it and it closes again. So smart. Colors: Black, Lilac, Transparent - sold...Read more

These organizers from MUJI are simple and functional (of course). MUJI Travel Organizer, $28.00 ($25.20 Members), Buy it here. Made of nylon, this travel case features removable zip pouches to store personal travel items. The case also features a detachable key holder, multiple pockets to organize travel documents, and a penholder. 10.25h x 5.5w x 2"d MUJI Passport Case, $12.50 ($11.25 Members) Buy it here. This slim, black passport case...Read more