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I think some people forget that visual art can not only make your walls and rooms less empty and a little 'prettier', but it can also mean something to you, and evoke a particular feeling that you have upon viewing it. Much like a smell or a song, it's a package of colors, images and/or textures that brings emotion or thought, so there can be a lot more complexity involved...Read more

Holy. I want this book. "The Fantasy Hairstyles in this book are proudly loud and outrageous. They express a desire to surpass the ordinary, to make something better, bigger, more extreme and more shockingly different than everybody else. To me, it's just as serious and creative as, for example, an Haute Couture show by John Galliano, with the exception that these designers constructed their creations in their kitchens, on shoestring...Read more

The asymmetrical containers are made out of glossy plastic using the same 'carousel moulding' technique that was used to make arik levy's 'folded' table - in other words it has a bright, polished, and scratch resistant surface. It is suggested that ceiling or wall anchorage be used for stacking above 4 units connectors are available; one element is included. dimensions: 15.75"w x 15.75"l x 11.8"d [posted by kris]...Read more

I'm a little confused. A long while back we posted the Redemption shoe brush, but it's no longer available. And I guess I thought this one was the same one, but, of course, it's not. This one is by Fredrikson Stallard, while the other one was by Simone Luling. Is there someone who could shed some light on this? "A wooden brush in the form of a crucifix, Brush #1...Read more

From part of the ever-changing cadre of designs available from Designboom, these concrete rings are a great buy and actually come in wearable sizes.[posted by kris]...Read more

I recently saw this in Metropolitan Home and completely fell in love with the minimal treatment and simple floorplan. The color palette is spare and elegant, which matches the architecture perfectly. 'We kept asking, ‘How do we simplify?'" Project architect Carly Coulson explains that they did not pre-wire or place ducts in the block walls. "This was one of those things that Kevin felt was too constraining on design development...Read more

I love the sleek lacquer red of this credenza- looks sharp, and has a pretty decent price to boot. "Tons of hiding space for your minimal place. Clean lines in slicked lobster red lacquer span almost five feet to broaden storage options. Expansive top pedestals a widescreen. Sleek double doors slide to hide A/V-ready shelves with a gap for cords and back cutouts. Wood composite; powdercoated metal "L" legs and...Read more

These are super alternatives to regular old plastic jewel cases. Out with the old plastic and in with recycled stuff, hurray! (Labels and templates are available for both.) Resleeve: "RESLEEVE is made of a rigid 16pt recycled bending chip board and has a round die-cut hole in the center to view the front of the disk. The back is solid, embossed with the message "RESLEEVE 100% Recycled". RESLEEVE is made...Read more

I ran across this a while back displayed as intended, but never as a planter. Looks great either way, and I think it would be the top contender for 'best affordable fruit container/basket available online' if we had such a category. Stainless steel construction L30" x W3.5" x H3"...Read more

For anyone in the graphic design business, or for anyone who hopes to be, this book is a thoughtful overview of what the logo process entails from start to finish. It's actually easy to read, nicely illustrated and very informative. Clear cut sections outline stages of process that lead towards a logo that's both smart and successful. I found the examples to be quite interesting, though it's all very polished...Read more

Somehow both minimal and grand in scale, the lex was introduced by Artifort during the Milan Furniture Fair 2004. "ergonomical and functional comfort make the lex armchair exceptional, a step above other armchairs. the frugality of its design and its minimalism provide the sofa with a timeless elegance. its clear lines and qualities speak for themselves. the goal in designing this sofa was to maintain a sleek visual shape that...Read more

Here's a nice little side table to add texture to a slick space. 12.5"diam x 19"h. [posted by kris]...Read more

I've been going to the big yellow and blue Swedish retailer lately for work and I keep finding some pretty great items that are worth checking out. This is just a perfectly designed bookend at a great price. [posted by kris]...Read more

This briefly makes me wish I had children so I could justify dropping major dollars on a travel case. (Just kidding.) Slim leather case with four zipped pockets. - Soft black calf leather case. - Zipped pockets gold stamped 'TRAVEL DOCUMENTS', 'PASSPORTS', 'TICKETS', CURRENCY'. - The case will fit up to five passports - perfect for keeping family travel documents handy, yet lightweight enough for use on business trip. 9"...Read more

I know this is a tad expensive, but I love the classic look of this travel wallet. It's timeless. Travel wallet with suede calf lining and concertina pockets. - Made in Smythson's smooth, black calfskin. - Concertina pockets are gold-stamped : Tickets, Passport, Documents & Other. - Zipped pocket gold-stamped: Currency. - Handy front pocket gold-stamped: Boarding Pass. - Lined in soft suede calf leather. 9.75" x 6" / 15cm...Read more