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The Workstead 3 Arm Chandelier caught my eye again in a small yet lovely interior the other day (thanks Kris for the link), and was reminded of how the arms allow for such versatility in terms of dimensions. As a horizontal fixture, it hangs 36" from the ceiling, however, if you choose to take advantage of the vertical length, you'll have up to a 62" drop. That is a dramatic...Read more

Let's play the guessing game: what the heck is the item shown above? Despite looking like some sort of futuristic alien egg, it serves a useful purpose when it comes to oenology. If that word is unfamiliar to you, oenology is "the science and study of all aspects of wine and winemaking" (-wikipedia). Looky there, you just learned something, and now you probably have a good idea of the item's...Read more

Need new luggage? You'll want to consider the 30" Extensive Wheeled Upright from Genius Pack, as it has internal organizational compartments and a fancy feature called Laundry Compression Technology™. Both features allow you to pack more without adding extra bags- and that's music to any frequent flyer's ears. A neoprene handle and recessed in-skate wheels provide comfort and ease of movement, and there's an exterior laundry chute for dirty laundry,...Read more

How to Make a Pop up Photograph (via) Whoa. This isn't available yet, but it's pretty amazing: Sono, a noise cancelation and isolation device that sticks on your window. Some facts about silk. popcord™: unforgettable keyring charger Have you seen the size of Chuck Close’s camera? THE OYLER HOUSE: Richard Neutra's Desert Retreat - Official Trailer What if you saw a shivering child on the street?   It's the weekend,...Read more

Is it a magnet? Nope, it's a trivet, a solid aluminium (or aluminum, as us Americans say) trivet, to be exact. Heat proof paint in either yellow or matte black finishes off this simple device to protect your tabletop in the most minimal fashion. By Daniel Emma. - Finished with heat proof paint - Yellow or matte black - 20 cm high x 15 cm wide - Designed and made...Read more

"It is a great adventure to contemplate the universe..." Quick, who said that? The answer is the author of The Meaning of it All: Thoughts of a Citizen Scientist, Richard Phillips Feynman. And, now, with this Orion Mighty Wallet made of Tyvek®, you have the opportunity to contemplate the stars in the universe each and every time you pull out your wallet, which might just put your spending into perspective....Read more

Smokey Purple, please. Or Pewter... or one of the other several lovely colors paired with smoke on ash wood (or white oak). Often dining chairs look so uncomfortable, never mind once you sit down on them, but not the Clutch Dining Chair with its elegant rounded edges and curved back. Choose two for the table ends or go all out and get a full six or eight to surround your...Read more

Display your prized possessions with a Peliship, an angular wall-mounted ledge. Available in small, medium, or large, and available pointing either right or left, you'll be able to pick the right size and shape to optimize the space for your favorite stack of books and whatever other special objects you wish to display. "Currently handmade in Brooklyn, Each Peliship is unique and is available in solid walnut or maple, small,...Read more

Primary colors might not be your thing, but you might want to reconsider when it comes to buying the next storage piece for your home, as Moooi has some new color options for their Paper Collection by Studio Job. If you're not familiar with the line, each piece is made entirely of paper, cardboard and papier-mâché, and possesses enough classic lines to regally nod at the past while thumbing its...Read more

You've so many Instagram photos, but they're all stuck on your phone or hidden in 'the cloud'. Plus, you have a couple of empty walls just begging for a piece or art or two. What to do? Get a few of your Instagram photos printed from Shiner, formerly known as GlossyGram. Your Instagram photos are mounted on smooth, solid pine with a resin finish (or the new uncoated option for...Read more

Plastic is not what many of us would call a luxurious material. However, it is pretty durable when it comes to high traffic areas, and that's why this Container Stool by Marcel Wanders is sure to make the list when a smaller budget dictates a long-lasting seating and/or table option. The ornamental base references a more traditional style while the smooth top will hold your books, lamps, drinks, or derrière...Read more

A wall-mounted cabinet cleans up the look of a room immediately, as there are no legs to clutter up sight lines along the floor. The Shale 2 Door / 2 Drawer Wall-Mounted Cabinet from Blu Dot would be a good choice for storage in any room- bedroom, living room or dining- as you can pick your preferred height to fit the space. Adjustable shelves and wire management holes make it...Read more

Can you believe that the United States has still not fully embraced the metric system? Do your part by using rulers that have both customary and metric measurements, just like this Ruler Stick you see before you. It has inches on one side, which you know and love, and centimeters on the other. Brought to the Cooper-Hewitt Shop by KIOSK. Material: Wood, Brass Dimensions: 1 m, folded 5 times...Read more

If your iPad is glued to your hands no matter where you go, chances are you need a good case to protect it, and maybe even a battery boost now and then. This is Ground (the makers of the Cord Taco and the Cordito) has launched a new iPad charging case made from 100% napa leather that incorporates an enclosed battery, a spot for your stylus or pen, and a...Read more

A black umbrella in rainy weather doesn't make much sense, as you run the risk of blending in with the background and being invisible to oncoming traffic. Now, this Hi-Reflective Umbrella would certainly ensure your visibility, as it reflects the light off of street lamps and headlights to make sure you shine. Also available from suckUK. Made out of a durable and windproof blend of polypropylene and ABS. Telescopic handle....Read more