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What is that floor lamp that keeps showing up in Vincent Van Duysen's interiors? Why, I was wondering the same thing, as the name wouldn't quite make itself known amongst the other many products committed to memory. It's the Daphine Floor Lamp Classic Reading Lamp by Tommaso Cimini, and, yes, I kind of want one too. In production since 1975, the Daphine Terra Classic has a small shade and delicate...Read more

Each piece of this collection is a hybrid of fine porcelain and durable stoneware. The proprietary blend of local clay from Hasami, Nagasaki gives the pieces a soft and smooth touch, yet you'll find that they're strong and robust enough for daily use. The collection nests for neat storage and the ash wood lids double as a serving tray, plate, or trivet. Designed in Los Angeles by Taku Shinomoto of...Read more

Old books! On your wall! With large paintings by Ekaterina Panikanova! I'm a little more excited about the books than the paintings (nothing against Ms. Panikanova, the paintings are lovely) but, hey, I'll take 'em as intended. The wallpaper is heavy-duty, and is even washable with a soft cloth, so don't be too terribly precious about where it is installed. Also, pay attention to the explanation of how the mural...Read more

How about a little lunar imagery on your dishes? This stoneware set has black painted moon phases, and, as each dish is around 3.5" in diameter, they would be a good fit in the kitchen for smaller portions (snacks) or in a dressing area for coins, jewelry, and other small pocket contents. Available in a raw or white color way....Read more

The Urban Garden Standard Planter from Glowpear might just change the way you garden. It's appropriate for indoor or outdoor use, and, best of all, it has self-watering system that allows plants to take as much hydration as they need. Simply top up the water reservoir (or water as usual through the soil) and make sure there's appropriate sunlight and you'll have a robust little garden to give you vegetables,...Read more

I promised to post these Plywood Print Stools by Piet Hein Eek this past Friday, and here they are, in all their glory, with a retail link and everything. You can buy them directly from NLXL for $219, which isn't bad considering what Eek's other pieces cost. - Artwork courtesy of Rijksmuseum Amsterdam - designed to be self-assembled - flat packed in plastic bag - CNC made in the Piet...Read more

Friday links are back. Hooray! Toy Rail Tracks Patterns Drywall wallpaper Butter and cheese may not be so bad for you after all, study says (!) Anderssen & Voll indoor gardening collection Plywood Print Stool collection by Piet Hein Eek (this will most likely be a post next week) Old Windows Cabinet by Piet Hein Eek. Someone, please buy this and send me a picture so I can envy you....Read more

It's about freaking time. Often when we search for a home tech product, nothing pops up that looks good (or gets good reviews). That's been my experience when searching for home security, more specifically, video cameras at the entryway. I know some of my neighbors have spent thousands of dollars on a whole home security package just so they can see a person at their front door. If they were...Read more

If I were one to celebrate Valentine's Day, I would give one of these cutting boards from the Blackline Collection to my love. Why? Because they're black, like my heart. Just kidding. The pieces of Blackcreek Mercantile & Trading Co.’s Blackline Collection aren't painted or stained, instead, a natural reactive process is used to obtain a distinctive dark finish. This finish is durable and food-safe, as the source of the...Read more

Stainless steel mirrors are a smart purchase- you'd have to try hard to break them, of course, and they could also possibly double as a weapon. Those two things aside, this Easy Mirror designed by Jamie Wolfond is also really convenient for the glamorous sort of vagabond. Simply press the leg outward to make it stand vertical, then press it back flat when it's time to pack it away. Designed...Read more

Scoot around town with ease in this Amish Scooter. This version is a scooter-bicycle hybrid and it combines the best of both worlds. A powder-coated steel frame and fenders will stand up to all sorts of bumps and bruises while 16-inch wheels will get you to your destination almost as quickly as a regular bike. There'll be little to no balance or knee strain issues, yet it's large enough to...Read more

Maybe you think this pitcher and cup from Lagos del Mundo doesn't belong on your 'must have' list, but that will all change when you're sitting outside on a hot summer's day without an aesthetically pleasing receptacle for a cool, refreshing drink. The ceramic pitcher with cup is handmade from natural clay and glazes; the same materials have been used for over 3,000 years, so you'll not need to worry...Read more

If you want to look cool while cooking, throw one of these aprons on. Then, when someone says, 'Hey, that's a cool apron' you can say, 'Oh, this thing? Yeah, it's a repurposed beer cloth with old climbing rope for the neck strap and waist tie. Kind of cool, huh?' And then you'll flip your omelette (or gourmet pancakes or some other incredibly delicious breakfast food) and look like you've...Read more

No, it's not a hoverboard, but it certainly will help you move around more. The Level by FluidStance is a platform that increases your range of movement while standing. It's similar to a skateboard in size, yet it has a central rounded base that keeps your muscles engaged- they'll need to work a little harder to keep you steady....Read more

Thank goodness, there's a self-watering planter that hides the fact that you suck at taking care of your plants. It's ceramic, so that in itself helps make it look nicer, and has two parts to reduce your watering chores. The upper matte cylinder holds the plant and the lower glossy water reservoir will let the plants roots drink as much as they like. Finally, you'll have a happy plant in...Read more