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Dino Sanchez has a small collection of shelves that are classically constructed and assembled, and one of them is begging to organize a stack of cookbooks in your kitchen. Another one is wishing to hold your nightly stack of reading, as it has a little lamp attached. And the big one, that one wants to take on the hefty job of holding all those books, folders, and files on your...Read more

How cool does this chandelier look? Pretty cool, right? Now, what if I told you I made this guy with my own two hands? Yep, I finally got around to making a DIY Lindsey Adelman Chandelier. And, yes, it was difficult at times- more than a few swear words were released into the ether- but so well worth it. Details below. I'll not bore you with all the steps or...Read more

A clock radio? What, is it 1985? That's what you're thinking, but, trust me, this one has all the bells and whistles that you'd want, without the pesky overview of emails and appointments your phone flashes at you every single time you pick it up. Also, did you know that looking at a bright screen at night to check the time can disrupt your sleep? Smartphones are full of small...Read more

My goal is eventually to have no paper magazines arrive in my mailbox, but until the powers that be agree to deliver all periodicals via that magic device called the iPad, I'm stuck with a stack to file away (or recycle) every few months. That's where this portable holder comes in to save the day- the handle makes it easy to carry from room to room and it keeps your...Read more

If you're a fan of Josef Albers, you'll want to consider this rug, Homage to the Square. It's adapted from his 1951 oil painting and, surprisingly, not terribly expensive. Don't worry, it's produced in association with the Josef and Anni Albers Foundation. If the price tag is still much higher than you want to spend, take a look at a less expensive, similar style rug at the end. Homage to...Read more

Did you know Eero Aarnio designed this citrus squeezer? Do you care? You should, because you never know when a brightly colored lemon squeezer will come in handy, and you're not the type to just buy any ol' squeezer. Also, just for fun, let's play a quick game. Which of these three chairs did Eero Aarnio design? A) ch07 Lounge Chair B) The Ball Chair C) The Womb Chair Answer...Read more

Before the holiday break, my home's recessed can lights looked like a sad sack of characters past their prime: their springs that had lost their 'spring' and the plastic trim had yellowed, giving the appearance that the lights were much older than their dozen years. My home is pretty modern- it's a very open plan, loft-like townhome- and the lights just weren't cutting it. Plus, we (my husband and I)...Read more

It's coooold out, so how about a hot cup of tea? You might have seen several cast-iron teapots, as they aren't too hard to find, especially considering all the variations on the traditional Japanese cast-iron pot. However, this Ciacapo fella is something surprising with its bold silhouette. Yep, it's cast iron, so it will keep your team warm for hours (multiple cups at your desk, anyone?) and, for bonus points,...Read more

Need a small container or two to hold those odds and ends? Check out these powdercoated, geometric Wall Pockets. They'd work well in the entryway for keys and mail or around your workspace to catch pens, pencils, and other supplies. And, yes, it'd be better if the mounting hardware wasn't visible, but remember, each pocket is $9. -Wall mounts; holds small objects -Mounting hardware included 5.5"Wx5"Dx8"H...Read more

A handle on a side table just makes sense. After all, you have favorite spots around the house where you could use an extra surface to set a hot cup, or one of your various gadgets, and you don't necessarily want dozens of tables cluttering up your minimal vibe, right? The Tor Side Table has a raised edge to prevent items sliding off easily and is made of powder coated...Read more

Another calendar for your consideration... and yes, we featured it last year, but you could probably use a reminder, right? Postalco's wall calendar has the year laid out in a list format, making "elusive time visible," as they say. There's space next to each day to notate important events with extra room at the bottom for reminders, plans, or ideas. "Postalco makes its products entirely in Japan. The paper is...Read more

Dominoes, anyone? Yeah, yeah, I know you're hard at work now that the holidays are well and truly over, but that doesn't mean you can't still look forward to your down time, where you'll hopefully be playing games with friends and loved ones rather than staring at a wall wondering where it all went wrong. The classic “double 6” domino set has been re-designed by The Principals (in collaboration with...Read more

Due to holiday laziness, my list of links this week is small: 3Doodler: the world's first 3D printing pen, $99. Conflict Strategies for Nice People Quotes on Design What Will 2014 Bring? What the what. Kanye West-inspired currency 'to launch soon' Enjoy your weekend....Read more

If you're the type that enjoys tracking your movement and activities, you'll want to know about the Misfit Shine. There's a lot of fitness trackers to choose from nowadays, and the Shine stands apart for its size (slightly larger than a quarter), ease of use, no charging needed (it has a battery), and overall pleasing visage. It's also water-resistant up to 50 meters- perfect for those swimmers among us. The...Read more

When a modern lamp has a USB port and costs $150, it's worth a look. Designed by Studio 1A.M and sold by CB2, this little task light has an inset panel of LEDs for a warm glow and a red woven cord and switch for a primary pop of contrast. Dimensions: 7.5"Wx13"Dx15"H Designed by Studio 1A.M. -White oak with warm midtone finish -LED lights -USB phone charging station Made in...Read more