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This is a great gift for one of those brainy types. It's a puzzle with four identical pieces that can be assembled in a variety of ways....Read more

I like the bench, though I might be more likely to describe it as a bench with holes drilled into it rather than 'circles of air', but, hey, it sure sounds nicer... "Architect Thomas Sandell breathes life into his wood with this impressive table design. Circles of air are sculpted into this endpiece, the perfect complement to its living, vibrant finish." available in white, grey & red 17 ¾"h x...Read more

This looks to be quite handy- a pair of cutting boards that work together or apart. Each board has a dished serving section on each side, perfect for a simple meal for two in front of that box in the living room that lights up and talks. Materials: bamboo, nickel plated steel 20.5" x 14" x 2.5"...Read more

Handmade handleless mugs that have nicely done text transfers of different coffees or teas. What's not to like (or love, as the case may be)? Each mug is slightly different. Designed by Karin Eriksson Handwash....Read more

If you feel like you use enough paper napkins/towels to destroy a small rain forest, get some of these great reusable napkins. They're made by Romanian women in jobs which allow them to stay home and raise their children....Read more

This is my favorite sofa shape and here it is for less than a grand. Lightweight kiln-dried solid hardwood frame • Mortise-and-tenon joinery • Dense foam core cushions wrapped in soft poly batting • Flexolator ® spring system • 6" solid brushed aluminum stiletto legs • Plush microfiber • Made in USA...Read more

This tray is perfect for a little breakfast-in-bed or email on the sofa....Read more

Hmm, maybe you need this? Maybe it gives you some ideas about spending some time out-of-doors? I'll be perfectly honest, the thing I like most about it is that it's boring, and I mean that in a very good way. No fuss, no muss; it serves it's purpose without advertising it's a cooler in blaring cooler colors. It's an under-the-radar cooler for all of you 'cool' types. 100% polyester waterproof...Read more

What a nice alternative to the ordinary paper cup and sleeve... "The concept behind Warm, the contemporary set of teacups and teapots designed by Tony Alfström and Brian Keaney, should be immediately apparent to anyone who has used a paper collar with their coffee takeout. Here the collar is a bracelet of laminated wood, molded from oak or walnut, wrapped around a detachable ceramic container. The collar functions both as...Read more

This is an excellent way to organize business cards without being too "roledex-y"... "Organize pens, pencils, notes and business cards on your home of office desk in this clever accordion holder, which when inverted becomes a business card holder or rolodex. Condenses to a small box when closed. Made in Germany of comb carton and maple wood. " Size: 5l x 3.75"w x 3"h...Read more

For anyone who even still uses a regular ol' phone, this one is quite modern without being too pretentious in the bells and whistles category. Again, simplicity is such a nice attribute... "Sleek and chic in silver and black, the Jacob Jensen T-1 telephone is as light and comfortable as it is attractive. Headset and dial pad reside on separate elements of the phone, which features redial, 2 direct memory...Read more

Two Lucite blocks create this simple perpetual calendar. One slides past the other to indicate the day and month, allowing for use year after year. Available in Orange or Black...Read more

I'm having fantasies of becoming an urban nomad, roaming from one metropolitan city to the next. I'm planning on having a small cadre of products that can be flat-packed and easily transported. This is my first official entry to that effect. Let's see how it goes....Read more

I like this little table. Perfect for a spare corner and a lamp....Read more

For anyone that has dealt with awkward-water-sloshing-walking all over the place when watering plants, the importance of a nice balanced watering can is not a laughing matter. Perfect gift for someone who takes their plants seriously... "In 1885, John Haws of Clapton, London, obtained a patent for an improved watering can. Haws created his improved design and method of manufacture based on a French made water-pot and created a watering...Read more