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'Svelte' and 'shimmering' are two great adjectives, and I guess they do describe this little table rather well. Might be just the thing to add a little bit of a luxe look to a room... "The svelte hourglass shape has been crafted from durable and lustrous aluminum and adds a sleek presence to your room." 12"dia x 17.5"h...Read more

If you like the look of mid century classics but can't quite fork over the money for a collector's item, this table might do nicely. With its walnut veneer and leg detail, it hits the right note of authentic design without the up charge for an original that you would find in a dealer's shop. "The Fresno dining table creates a warm ambiance in any contemporary space. The Fresno is...Read more

These pendant lamps seem to be a good deal- they have an interesting texture and they don't cost an arm and a leg. "Crisp geometry meets loopy crochet in our three cotton pendant lights. Painstakingly crocheted by hand, the basket forms are dipped in a starch solution to preserve their shapes. Emits a warm and romantic glow. Three unique shapes to choose from. Choose from tepee, cone, or dome. Tepee...Read more

These braille notebooks are made from reclaimed braille editions of Seventeen and Rolling Stone. "Give your notebook some tactile intrigue with this lovely and unique volume. It's the perfect size for slipping into a backpack or purse, and its braille cover makes it easy to find, even by touch." Each notebook is one-of-a-kind and hand-bound with your choice of blue, green or red thread.[posted by kris]...Read more

"The great comfort of the .06 becomes apparent when it is used. The flexible integrated foam seat and back, with foam-coated compound leaf springs in the back, provide a sensation of dynamic seating. Materials: tubular frame in stainless steel, seat shell made of integral skin polyurethane foam, backrest with integrated leaf springs. Suitable for outdoor use."Available in black or red....Read more

These two desks are being combined into one, so they're on sale until they run out. At a sizable savings, it's a chance to give your office space a facelift. Pocket: "The Pocket Desk is designed to reduce clutter in the workspace, and its compact size makes it an ideal solution for the home office. The Pocket Desk offers both a broad upper tabletop and a concealed, full-size lower shelf...Read more

I know someone that needs one of these...both pull apart easily with what looks like a spring mechanism, providing a quick and easy way to provide your car keys without letting loose your home/office keys. Silver Valet Key Ring (left), $16.95 Valet Key Ring in Sterling Silver (right), $60 (engraving available) [posted by katie]...Read more

This looks amazing. I love the delicate frames with the tiny lights suspended within- it must be beautiful to watch it spin slowly around... -Made from a Printed Circuit Board, tiny, honey-colored lights float within a robotically animated -incandescent bulbs -19.75" x 47.25" overall size, -7m cord length...Read more

The New Museum Store has quite a collection of intriguing items, and this Security Blanket caught my eye. *Only 100 produced *Each one and is signed and numbered on its own sewn-on ultra-suede patch by the Artist Chrissy Conant. 90 x 90 inches; Fits Queen and King size beds; 100% Virgin Wool (This item's link and price was updated 03/18/10.) Also available through Amazon....Read more

Maybe to you hard core skiiers/snowboarders/mountain climbers this backpack is nothing new, but I think it might be one of the coolest ones I've ever seen. Looks like it accommodates all sorts of gear/accessories to make your excursion that much more enjoyable... "Extreme water protection and our rip stop laminated foam shell makes it an ideal companion for rough conditions whether it be rain, snow, or sea water. The ergonomics...Read more

I like these little tables because they're almost like the stark white displays in museums or art galleries. Here, it's less about the table and more about what you're putting on it. Stands 14 inches high.[posted by kris]...Read more

Here's a great new desk lamp from Ikea. It's large in scale and looks great in person. It has a built-in three-way touch dimmer on the lamp which operates as the switch. Diffuser on top of lamp provides a glare-free light. Diameter: 16 " Height: 22 " Cord length: 6 ' 7 "[posted by kris]...Read more

This isn't exactly a design classic, but there's something really endearing about it. Perhaps it's the reinterpretation of the 60's view of modern furniture. It's perfectly scaled and in a nice cotton/nylon blend. [posted by kris]...Read more

This is an excellent picture of how well wall panels can create a truly unique environment. "Cementitious, mineral composites have been favored by architects and designers around the world for their superior fire properties, relative light weight, and absence of harmful, off-gassing content. We feel that wall surfacing, which exposes large areas to potential fire hazard and circulated air should be safe: noncombustible and free of formaldehyde." -32" by 32"...Read more

At first glance I had a rather negative response to this ring- it's huge, made from a cowrie shell, a little too luxury-in-excess etc., but after looking at it a while I kind of love it, probably for the same reasons. And, yes, you did read that right, it's $800. Faceted onyx nestled in a wreath of silver droplets sits atop natural cowrie shell, hollowed to accommodate ring sizes 6-8....Read more