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Both rack and shelf claim to puzzle friends and colleagues, but I'm sure after they figure out how the books or magazines are floating, they'll simply think of you as clever for finding such a smart way to display your collection. white powder-coated metal. Illuzine Magazine Rack: 4 x 6 x 3 inches. Flybrary Bookshelf: 15 x 5 1/2 x 5" (38 x 14 x 13 cm)....Read more

If you've got too many blank walls, here are various solutions that are both graphic and relatively affordable....Read more

Issey Miyake can always be counted on for something interesting. This time he has created a bag with panels attached to a mesh background. Has an interior pocket and leather straps....Read more

Interesting shape and plenty of surface space for keys and mail and such. hardwood construction. coffee. 60"w x 14.5"d x 30"h. ($100HD)...Read more

These are quite the thing to catch the eye in a living or bedroom area. "All pillows are limited editions of a 100 pieces per design. Pillows can be used two-sided. We chose to "frame" our pillows with either 100% silk or unique upholstery fabric." Windmill, San Francisco (left) Balcony, Rome (right) 20"x26"...Read more

Kind of clever, and doesn't require carving a chicken. "The quantum unpredictability of tearing paper lets you make wishes by completely natural chance. This paper pad has 100 sheets of invisibly fibrous paper with an exact starting point for tearing. In the end, the bigger piece of paper gives a perfectly impartial decision. They can be used for all kinds of decision-making, more specifically in deciding whose wish gets granted....Read more

The fluid lines of these bowls look modern and elegant. "Inspired by the aesthetics of clay in a mold that comes out too early and starts to beautifully slump. Designer Olav Slingerland picked precise moments in time during this process, and created molds to capture it. Their poetic, organic lines are embellished with delicious colored glazes." These bowls are double-glazed by hand and are food safe. Hand wash. small: 6.1"Ø...Read more

Another design classic... "Verner Panton's cantilevered stacking chair was the first single-material and single-form chair to be made and has been produced by Vitra through three decades of development in plastics technology. This version consists of a single piece of strong, flexible polypropylene with integral color that will not fade over time. As striking as modern sculpture, this classic piece is appropriately durable and easy to clean in cafés or...Read more

This was originally posted in September of last year, but it has just gone on sale so I thought it was worthy of a repost. "Stefano Giovannoni, an architect and industrial designer, paired up with Alessi to bring captivating form to an everyday function. The Alessi Handheld Vacuum recharges in its base with an integrated crevice tool and wet nozzle. Crafted out of stainless steel, the sleek form can be...Read more

I'm really wild about this desk. It provides the light airiness afforded by glass, but has organizational and storage elements of a traditional desk. And now it's over 50% off. I love the versatility of this table- perfect for limited space, it converts from dining to desk in a blink of an eye. Especially notable are the storage containers, which can be easily added or subtracted. Tempered glass top; 25mm...Read more

The hour hand of this watch is a laser cut opening which reveals a number denoting hour. Debuted at Cïbone Aoyama, Tokyo, on July 7, 2006....Read more

"The function of a cuckoo clock and a birdhouse are exchanged. The shape of a cuckoo clock becomes a birdhouse, and a birdhouse becomes a clock. Material: European oak" Birdhouse: euro 95.00 Clock: euro 65.00...Read more

This clock has an easy-to-read blue LED, an alarm with snooze feature, and an AC adapter. Made of plastic casing with metal components. Three AA batteries included. 2d x 4"diam...Read more

It's such a relief to see smart desk accessories... "Allen reinterprets ordinary office objects for this desk set which includes a pencil tray, rubber band ball paperweight, and business card holder. Made of white resin cast from real objects." Pencil Tray: 2h x 6w x 2.5"d Card Holder: 2h x 2.4w x 2.5"d Paperweight: 2.5"diam...Read more

Sure, you could use any scrap of paper for a bookmark, but these are much more interesting and humorous. This could also be a thoughtful little gift for a book lover. "A bookmark and its story, which are reminiscent of foreign picture books of the past-scary and unreal, yet fascinating all at the same time. The action of the bookmark being sandwiched between the pages of a book tells a...Read more