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This might be my favorite thing ever in the entire world, or at least close to it. "What we know as a doorbell is a square box that strangely enough says nothing about what a doorbell really is: an appliance consisting of an electromagnet, a hammer and two sound sources. In this design by Peter van der Jagt, crystal glasses make a crystal clear sound, announcing guests with a musical...Read more

It's been forever since I had a shower radio. I think I want to bring that back into my routine. • Splash-proof and water-resistant design • Large, clear speaker • Suction cup; non-slip handle and hanging cord • Plastic • Do not submerge in water • Requires three AA batteries (not included)...Read more

Danish designer Jacob Jensen’s cordless doorbell features five different polyphonic tunes. It features a LED that indicates both ring and low battery level. Protected from the interference of other cordless products....Read more

Modern shed out of Seattle sells these great modern one room studios that can be built in a weekend....Read more

If you've ever wished you could paint your walls a Pantone color, now's your pricy chance. Pantone just released a line of paint through Fine Paints of Europe....Read more

This is not cheap. But sometimes it's nice to see how much things cost without having to call an interior designer. materials: Exmar material, composite of resin and quartz powder notes: The Spoon is available with or without the hardware tower and also in a "sand" color. Contact the store for more information, pricing and shipping details. 1-866-888-6677. Allow 16 weeks for delivery. Please note pricing below does not include...Read more

Since this platter is hand wash only, I think it would be best suited in the bath for corralling countertop items so they look like one cohesive unit instead of a mish-mash of bottles and ointments. gross. • Underpainted design • Beveled rims • Glass • Hand wash...Read more

It's not often that a bath mat ellicits suprise and delight, yet I think I felt both when seeing this one...it's anti-slip (of course), looks cool and allegedly provides your feet with a nice little massage action. Available in white or blue....Read more

I especially like the tray. It's a good way of making all your bath accessories look organized. "Cross at the corner. The warm grain of natural acacia wood for the bath, handcrafted with jigsaw puzzle details. Like interlocking corner joinery secured with wood pegs and floating slat tray bottoms. Fine 8" sawtooth dovetail joinery randomly occurs on side panels to unite light and dark walnut tones. This level of craftsmanship...Read more

These hand made white oak or black walnut wall storage boxes can be customized to customers specifications. They are made with traditional construction techniques with mitered joints. "The Plateau Boxes are designed to frame objects in a natural, unobtrusive environment. Because they are blindly fastened to the wall, the boxes —and the objects they hold— exhibit a unique lightness of form. Each box is independent unto itself, so users can...Read more

Well known fashion photographer Fabien Baron has ventured into the realm of interior design with his sofa series for Cappellini with the same aplomb and sense of style with which he approaches all his work. "consisting of an armchair and a series of sofas, benches, poufs and cushions, the extra sofa series maintains baron's simple, yet stylish block design. these solid seating components are constructed of a satined stainless steel...Read more

This luggage collection looks like it could belong to Indiana Jones. It's both utilitarian and elegant, which is kind of hard to pull off, so it deserves consideration if you're thinking about updating your traveling gear. "This durable luggage collection is made with industrial-weight rugged twill that’s densely woven and soaked in paraffin wax. The result is a strong material that’s highly water repellent, even in arduous conditions. Brass fittings...Read more

For anyone interested in green home building, there's a couple documenting the construction of their home in the form of a blog called 'Green In Medusa'. You can share your own experience or take notes if you're planning a similar project. "[The] blog is a joint effort of owners Baldomero and Stephenie Fernandez and architect Lynn Gaffney to document the design and construction process of an affordable green house in...Read more

Who doesn't love concrete as a building material? "No longer the material of choice for just factories and industrial buildings, concrete is now fashionable and chic, adorning shops, restaurants, homes, and landscapes with its desirable, tactile surfaces. This reversal of fortune can be attributed to its use in luxurious homes and the discovery that concrete can provide stimulating or soothing environments for a range of leisure activities. Organized around the...Read more

I'd imagine this dinnerware would spruce up your table setting for the holidays. You could buy just a few to accent, or do the whole set to make a tastefully festive tabletop. Dishwasher safe....Read more