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Kris

About Kris: Kris has taught architectural drafting, auto-cad for interiors and kitchen and bath design at the college level. Her interests are focused in design resulting in reduction of cost, space and environmental impact. Kris works full time in a technical field and is currently fixing up a 100 year old house in the sleepy Los Angeles neighborhood of Atwater Village. (View Profile)

 
 

ferm LIVING Feather Wallpaper

More Wallpaper from ferm, the Danish design house.

“ferm LIVING wallpapers have been specially treated to resist fading and to be reasonably washable. Each roll is 21 inches wide by 32.8 feet long. When determining the correct number of rolls you’ll need, be sure to measure to allow for the repeat.”

[posted by kris]

Purchase Information:

Price: $85
Availability: Buy ferm LIVING Feather Wallpaper here

Tolomeo Clip Spot Lamp

Based on the award winning Tolomeo Desk Lamp (1987), the tolomeo spot lamp has all the features of the original with the convenience and portability of a clip on.

The Tolomeo design features a matte anodized aluminum diffuser that swivels 360 degrees and can be easily turned with a cool-to-the-touch steel handle. Able to be positioned anywhere indirect or direct lighting is needed, the Clip Spot is suitable for shelf, pipe or table mounting. The on/off switch is incorporated in the lamp holder. Bulb (not included): incandescent 100W/120V/E26/A19. UL listed.

[posted by kris]

Purchase Information:

Price: $165.00
Available from: YLighting

Keep Calm and Carry On Poster

Good advice for when things don’t go exactly as planned. It would be nice for an office or other potential disaster area. [posted by kris]

Purchase Information:

Price: $22
Availability: Buy Keep Calm and Carry On Poster here

Custom Wallpaper

Astek Wallcoverings is a company that has been serving the television and film industry since 1985. They will work with you to create a custom design from sketches or photos. In addition, they have several finishes and murals to choose from.

More information:

View Custom Wallpaper here

Bowls Plus by Michelle Huang

This might be a nod to traditional Chinese culture, but it could also be a very handy way of having sauces and such slightly separated from your main course.

‘An age-old tradition is revitalized with the contemporary form of the Bowls Plus series. In Chinese culture, it is impolite to finish everything that’s been served, as if to say, “thank you, you gave me more than enough!”. Bowls Plus caters to this tradition with an extra little section built right in where you can politely and conveniently store the leftovers.’

Set of 3 different bowls.
Melamine.

Purchase Information:

Price: $39.00
Availability: Buy Bowls Plus by Michelle Huang here

Joy Rotating Wood Shelf Unit

I posted this over a year ago, but I just found it from a US retailer so I thought it was worthy of a repost.

“With its ability to rotate every shelf to a new or different position, joy has a versatility that can be claimed by very few shelving units.

The upright and shelves are constructed of a honeycomb core with steel reinforcing inside and finished in a choice of bleached oak or wengé-stained oak or can be constructed of a medium density fiberboard with internal steel corner reinforcing and finished in scratch resistant embossing in a choice of various colors. the steel supporting joints are painted in a choice of black aluminum or graphite color.”

[posted by kris]

Purchase Information:

Price: $5,654.00
Availability: Buy Joy Rotating Wood Shelf Unit here

sleepy hollow storage shelf/nightstand

This wall mounting night stand is perfect for adding a little storage without taking up too much visual space. The door flips down for hidden storage.

-Wenge-stained oak veneer over engineered wood
-Wall mounting cleat and hardware included

Purchase Information:

Price: $129.00
Available from: CB2

lubi daybed

This great, simple piece is now on sale. It’s a day bed that folds out into a Double sized bed.

-Kiln-dried hardwood frame with molded wood slats
-Cotton/poly/linen fabric
-High elastic polyurethane cell foam cushion
-Solid beech feet with dark wenge stain
-Dry clean the removable top cover
-Head rest pillow included

Purchase Information:

Price: $899.00
Available from: CB2

Step by Konstantin Grcic

This witty library ladder is perfect for anyone who has bookshelves that stack higher than their arms can reach.

“Lightweight and easy to use library steps that can be leaned against virtually any bookcase. The book-rest invites you to stop and peruse a volume or can be used as a writing surface, making the ladder similar to a stand-up desk. The surface that leans against the wall or shelving is covered with grey felt. Made from solid beech.”

Please allow 28 days for delivery.

Dimensions: h150 x w51/33 x d50cm

Arbo Mirror

I think this is so pretty.

“Rich tones of solid walnut applied in a random, raised pattern form the ‘frame’ of this wall-mounted mirror. The Arbo mirror adds a warm, contemporary accent to any room.”

Update: This item is no longer available through original retailer. (11/19/09)

Purchase Information:

Price: $120.00
Availability: Buy Arbo Mirror here

ICFF Designer Spotlight: Dash MacDonald

Dash McDonald designed a light shade with hex (my fav.) perforated shapes that pop out and allow the consumer to choose how much light will shine through.

Knoll Sale/Prince Aha Stool

Knoll’s having a sale until tomorrow so now’s your last chance to get a Barcelona Chair, Tulip table or other Knoll designs on the cheap! (I’m using the word “cheap” in a relative nature).

The Aha Stool (seen peeking from behind the case study bed) was designed by Philippe Starck and is now very much within financial reach for most of us). The great thing about this stool is that you can use it for seating, table or storage, and it can be used both indoor or out.

Measurements:
H 17″ Diameter 12″

[posted by kris]

Purchase Information:

Price: $110.00
Availability: Buy Knoll Sale/Prince Aha Stool here

Bulb Pendant Lamp

Yeah, I know, I use the word “simple” way too much, but tough. Deal wit’ it. I really like the way this very simple pendant lamp makes no effort to hide what it is… instead, it does the opposite.

“Sofie Refer perfectly executes this minimalist design meant to highlight the bulb, socket and cable. Constructed of thick mouth blown glass, this lamp has already won the Good design’ Award (2001) from the Chicago Antheneum, and is destined to become a classic.”

lamp measures 3.5″ diameter x 5.75″ height; cable measures 7.5′

Purchase Information:

Price: $135.00
Availability: Buy Bulb Pendant Lamp here

Nest Bassinet

Start your baby out right with a bentwood bassinet.

Purchase Information:

Price: $500
Availability: Buy Nest Bassinet here

Pendant shade

I was at a the Super Target near my office yesterday and was confused and pleasantly surprised when I found several decorative items that I wanted. Usually when target tries to do modern, they get the scale and materials all wrong–usually way too small and junky. But Target did it this time! The had lamps that were at least 3 feet high, throw blankets that were mohair and some pieces were solid wood! I was astonished. I entirely recommend that if you have one nearby, and want some finishing touches, stop by and check it out. Don’t misunderstand me. You will not think you have accidentally wandered into Neiman Marcus, but you WILL think Target is taking it up a notch. The reason I recommend that you actually go visit the store is because the photos they have on the site do not do the products justice.

It’s in their Global Bazaar collection, “where the possibilities are endless but the supply is limited.” Consider yourself warned.

This particular item is a great hanging pendant light with a fabric drum shade.

-Features a 15L’ clear cord
-Requires a 100-watt bulb (not included)
-Part of the Global Bazaar collection
-10.5″ H x 18″ dia.

Update: This item is no longer available through original retailer.

Purchase Information:

Price: $34.99
Availability: Buy Pendant shade here