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The ledge: past inspired compact functionality

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Inspired by writing desks, American Urbancase’s ledge wall system is a design collaboration between Darin Montgomery and Trey Jones. Aiming at serving the modern city dweller where space is often limited, this wall mounting system accommodates electronics using a hidden cord management system and a slot to prevent clutter on the work surface. Continue reading

wall organizer hangup - Hang Up Wall Organizer from Vuur

Hang Up Wall Organizer from Vuur

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Tired of clutter? Are you looking to keep those small things, like mail, keys, and wallets, out of the way but still within reach? – Check out Hang Up by Jeremiah Albrecht from Vuur. This is no ordinary wall hook, it’s a stylish wall organizer with a slim fit and a great design! Continue reading

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FLOS Kelvin LED collection: warm light and human comfort

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A new vision in LED technology, aiming at people’s comfort, led to the creation of this amazing line of lights, designed by Antonio Citteria for FLOS.

The Kelvin LED collection is a fabulous example of how good design can serve people, while respecting nature. The floor, task and mini table lamps all feature a revolutionary way of switching them on: simply by a double touch, thanks to the sensor that has been incorporated in the head. Continue reading

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retro stonewear: irrestible graphics at your disposal on every day basis

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Sharing here with you some of my most beloved designs is certainly one of my favorite things to do. Such is the case with Lotta Odelius retro stonewear collection for Sagaform. I can personally generally not resist a charming set of bowls, tea cups and a delightful teapot herself ( “teapot” happens to be a feminine noun in my appreciation of things).

I seem to always be having just a little more space in my cupboards – despite my overall paired down approach to material things – for just another set of them. Add the loveliest graphic designs of acacia leaves made by Lotta Odelius in pretty blue and muted green tones and then you have all the reasons why I can not resist them! Continue reading

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ANYTHING stationary line: like nothing you’ve seen so far

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ANYTHING stationary line is everything but… just any set of desk products. A fruitful collaboration between UK designer Michael Sodeau and Japanese design company Suikosha, their colorful and functional line of office tools received a Best of the Best Red Dot design in 2009. Continue reading

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Cityboy portable grill: practics & style accompanying your picnics

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Ahhh…it seems that whenever I’m searching for a gadget for my personal use, it somehow fits to share it here with you, too. Spring is here and life in the middle of Germany where I live is all about gorgeously green trees and short weekend excursions by the rivers and lakes. Did I hear you say that picnics and grilling fit as greatly to the picture? You are absolutely right. Continue reading

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Fitzwater rainwater collector: goodbye blue barrels, hello stainless steel

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Shift design is a company whose ethics and products fully amaze me, so I’m particularly content to be sharing here with you today the Fitzwater, a 58 gallon rainwater collector, thanks to which we can say goodbye to these unappealing plastic blue barrels. With a tall and thin form of 24″ x 12″ x 63″, it features totally sleek lines made of stainless steel. Continue reading

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Alder Collection: The Story of a Forest

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When you look at the Alder Collection by Brent Comber, you just know that these pieces have some sort of story or hold some sort of significance. The look of those unique wooden patterns created by raw, imperfect wood gives it away. Are you ready to learn more about this fabulous wood furniture collection? Continue reading

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Lolls’ Wallbanger : an unexpected emergency kit promising… stress relief!

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Loll’s Wallbanger, designed in collaboration with Urbancase’s Darin Montgomery, is a wall mounted bar inspired by the famous 50s drink consisting of Vodka, Galliano and orange juice invented by world champion mixologist Duke Antone.

Rather than analyzing cocktails in our post today, we’ll focus on how this magnificent piece of furniture proves to be a marvelous emergency kit of an usual type: the one carrying all the necessities for preparing delicious drinks at your veranda while having outdoor cocktail parties! Continue reading

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Marshall Amp Fridge: A Fun Tribute to the Real Thing

“The coolest icon in music just got cooler” – is the tag line for this new Marshall Amp Fridge. Cheesy line? Yes. But it’s OK, Marshall can get away with it because they’re awesome. This small mini fridge is the perfect way to enhance your jam session. Visually it fits right in with the group and it’s ready to serve up some cool drinks in style. Continue reading