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These porcelain vases are designed to mimic sewn leather vases. Designer: Madieke Fleuren Dimensions: 9.25"W x 10.25"H Materials: Porcelain (This item's link and price was updated 03/12/10.)...Read more

Yesterday I was walking home after a run and a innocuous looking pre-teen girl holding a camera came up to me, followed by her father by a watchful 10 paces. She was working on a school project and wanted to know if I could help her. So she points the camera at me and handed me the mic and then fired away. "What makes you happy?" she asked. After stammering...Read more

I saw these a few months back and was disappointed when they weren't available-but now they are! If you don't "get" why grids are great, you'll just have to trust me, they are. "Each one is based on a famous grid system that changed the history of design. (Lots of background reading on grids at http://www.artofthegrid.com) Choose from Le Corbusier's Le Modulor (grid based on mathematics and the human body),...Read more

For a limited time, DWR is offering free standard shipping on the classics. So, if you've been wanting something, now there's an excellent excuse to get it. "The Eames Molded Plywood Lounge Chair (1946) has been referred to as the "most famous chair of the century," with a form that relates directly to the human body and holds no secrets as to how it succeeds technically. Low-slung, with an expertly...Read more

I haven't seen a whole lot of Menorahs, but this one tops the list. - stone candle holders with black powder coated steel base - one of a kind; stone color will vary - handcrafted in Pennsylvania from stones quarried in the US 11" x 5.5" (at highest point) Update: This item is unfortunately no longer available. (10/21/09)...Read more

If you have a need for a lock box then you should act fast because there are only 9 left. Designed by stotz-design for blomus of germany, the muro key box is wall-mounted and has a lock and key closure. dimensions: 9.4"h x 9.4"w x 2.2"d...Read more

I've got to say that I didn't quite believe this until I saw it in person. You can put drinks on this tray and swing it around and the drinks don't spill....Read more

Man, I'd buy this if we needed a media console (though it might take some time to save up for it). It's so simple and I love the sliding walnut doors. "Four sliding doors integrate beautifully into the piece, enhancing the console’s rectangular shape. Each door reveals adjustable shelving, easily accommodating large and small objects. Wood veneer available in 3 finishes, with a stainless steel base. Shown with a Dark...Read more

Our house isn't huge by today's standards, yet after reading this book I wanted to move into a home half the size. Not many people can say that, and sure, it sounds strange considering the past trend of 'bigger is better' when it comes to homes, cars, etc. Yet there's something refreshing about minimizing one's possessions and taking stock of what we truly need in order to live comfortably. Owning...Read more

For anyone that's dropped their wallet in a puddle or large body of water (yes, it happens sometimes), something like this makes a whole lot of sense. "It's a blend of flexible and semi-flexible polymers...that creates an amazingly durable, yet flexible and water resistant wallet. It's packed with a bunch of really clever features...and has a pretty damn smart 'Smart Pocket' that you can use to store all these little...Read more

We saw this at ICFF at the designboom booth. The frames are adjustable, allowing you to diffuse or concentrate the light depending on your mood. "It's a lamp made out of oak wood frames and the frames provide both the frame of the lamp as well as the lampshade. At 3.9"x3.9"x10.6"...it is a perfect size for any small surface that needs enhancing. The wooden frames are attached alongside one axis,...Read more

I'm quite happy with my salt and pepper shaker, but this one makes me wish I wasn't... Made out of porcelain and cork 2.5" x 2.5"...Read more

These are intended for use in architectural models, but they can be used for many other applications....Read more

The Min Bed by Luciano Bertoncini is a perfect little bed for a guest room or even the master bedroom.  Also featured, is the Tolomeo Floor Lamp. [posted by kris]...Read more

Traditional pendant lampshades are cleverly fused together into one solid object. The result is a lovely, scenic 'lampscape' that mirrors the natural environment....Read more