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I love how the wallpaper is used on one wall in this office. It really creates one unified visual area which really ties the workspace together. [posted by kris]...Read more

There was a time in the 90's when everything "modern" was stainless. Now it can be a design cliché if you're not careful, but a stainless door pull is a good bet in a modern home without looking over the top....Read more

Sometimes a simple graphic rug is all you need to tie a room together. "Stylish and whimsical circles make this rug a sure eye catcher. Carved mini shags make up this machine woven rugs in high quality poly." Colors Used: Flecked throughout black and cream. Made in Belgium 4'x6': $250.00 5'x8': $500.00 7'x10': $750.00 8'x11': $1000.00 Buy it here....Read more

Similar to the $395 1006 Navy Chair, this aluminum chair has the same feel for a lot less dough. The 1940s aluminum naval chair trades in its bars and stripes for a less military profile and at-ease back. Aluminum can-do attitude is simultaneously lightweight and durable. An eclectic kitchen, dining or office mix-in. All-alum even goes outdoors. Expertly machined; hand-polished. During winter months store indoors or keep covered. 17.75"Wx15.5"Dx33"H (18"H...Read more

This 'Schuhschein' Brush is a clever idea... This handy shoe shine bag and brush is all you need to keep your shoes looking their best. Convenient and beautifully handmade, the attached linen bag will hold polishes and buffers, while the attached natural beech and horsehair brush can be used to wipe dust and grime off of shoes prior to polishing. Made in Germany. Located in the former Home for the...Read more

Whether you have a kithaus or not, the offer of getting a package deal is certainly tempting (should you need the furnishings). "Working together, the designers from DWR and Kithaus planned the Kithaus Lounge package for maximum functionality in a minimal amount of space. Whether you use these items to outfit Kithaus or a similarly sized space is up to you." The Kithaus Lounge includes: 2 Tripolina Chairs 2 Gratia...Read more

The designers at The Apt did a really interesting remodel of a church in London for a family of four. [posted by kris]...Read more

The slim arms on this sofa and chair make the seat look lower and wider; plus, the absence of any tufting or trim makes this collection a perfect canvas for whatever pillows or room decor you choose. Booth Sofa, 82"Wx35"Dx28.75"H, $1,099.00, Buy it here. "Sedan uni-cushion bypasses slim recessed arms for a comfy three-seater (and great napper) that seems to go on forever. Nice pitch to the low back. Mink...Read more

This draftsman stool is at a really good price. Mixing vintage (looking) pieces with modern can be a great way to make your home more rich and layered. "This faithful copy of a solid iron draftsman stool from France in the early 1900s makes a great bar stool..." 21"h x 12.5" seat diameter $149.00, Buy it here....Read more

Viewville is a new online source for gallery-quality (and somewhat affordable) photography. Here's a couple of prints that caught my eye: 'Telephone' by Bootsy Holler, Buy it here. 'Sheets' by Bootsy Holler, Buy it here. Choice of sizes for both: 12x12: $80.00 16x16: $150.00 (thanks mary for the link)...Read more

I'm smitten with these cards by OrangeBeautiful. Especially For You- 6 gift tags, $7.00 For You- 6 folded gift tags, $7.00 WORD Type Line 6pk, $16.00 SERIOUSLY Type Line 6pk, $16.00 SWEET Type Line 6pk, $16.00 TYPE Line Box Set of 10, $25.00 (includes the following: hello, goodbye, sweet, nice, thank you, you're welcome, word, later, seriously, please.) Buy it here....Read more

This sleeve is too cool. "Incase's KRINK Sleeve is a limited-edition collaborative effort between Arkitip, Incase and street artist KR, creator of KRINK - a line of handmade inks and markers. This laptop sleeve provides complete notebook protection, has original foil-stamped KRINK Artistry and soft poly-satin interior lining." $79.00, Buy it here....Read more

Modernus offers custom design for doors which are made in Italy and can be made from aluminum, glass and wood. They'll give you a free estimate on your whole project on their website. [posted by kris]...Read more

If you've got the space, probably the most economical way to expand your property (unless you're a contractor and really know how to whip out an add-on) is with an outdoor freestanding structure. These structures from Modern Cabana are pretty economical and designed with the modern eye in mind. [posted by kris]...Read more

Truly one of the more elegant and interesting rocking chairs, this design by Ilmari Tapiovaara is a testament to how traditional furniture can be updated and improved upon. Tapiovaara designed the Mademoiselle in 1956 as a comfortable refinement of the traditional chairs found in many Scandinavian homes at that time. The Rocker’s spindles and plank seat echo early American Windsor chairs, and even Shaker chairs, but with a unique sculptural...Read more