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You've got to appreciate the fact that the Merkled folks aren't wasting one scrap of the offcuts from their Coat Rack (remember Merkled Lighting?). These hooks are similar to the coat rack in that one slight bend creates strength. Line up two or three in a row near your entranceway (or closet) or take advantage of the Set of 7 ($95) and go big by scattering them all over a wall. Size: 2 1/2" ...Read more

If the name's not enough to make you look twice, take a close look at the seat and back join. There's some pretty precise curves involved and a rather appealing humbleness in terms of scale and treatment. It looks like the Nerd Chair is just available in the UK at the moment, but let's hope it makes its way stateside soon. Designed by David Geckeler for Muuto. Materials: Natural oak ...Read more

If you're fond of SIWA paper products, you'll be happy to hear there's an iPad case available. A simple string and button closure secures the contents and a matching color liner keeps your iPad scratch free. SIWA products are made of Soft Naoron (wood pulp and polyolefin using "washi suki" paper manufacturing process); this paper-like material is strong and highly water resilient. Available in black and grey. Materials: Soft Naoron (...Read more

Politics: it's not the safest topic to discuss amongst friends and family, but if you want to subtly state your preference during this campaign season (and then have visitors wipe their feet on your preference) one of these doormats is for you. Choose between WELCOME* Unless you're a Republican and WELCOME* Unless you're a Democrat. However, if you choose to purchase either, do be aware that you run the risk ...Read more

A little black and white geometry always catches the eye, and these cups from Ferm Living are no exception. However, upon first glance, a person might think 'haven't I seen these before?' and that person might search their memory (and the internet) only to find an image of Masahiro Mori's Mini Cups. Quite similar, indeed, yet there's a sizable difference in dimensions. Ferm Living's Geometry Cups are larger and ...Read more

Do you have papers scattered all over your desk? Maybe you could use an organizer that held paper vertically, something like this Fierzo Desk Organizer. Two stainless steel frames are held together by clips, allowing paper sheets to be held and presented without taking up too much precious workspace. The base doubles as a pen tray, perfect for smaller office supplies. Available in two sizes. Small: 11.5" W X 2" D X 6.75" ...Read more

What to do with a boring pendant light? Why, upgrade the bulb to crystal, of course. Lee Broom recently unveiled his cut-lead crystal bulbs this year in Milan; each one is individually hand blown by Cumbria Crystal, the last producer of handmade English full lead crystal. The bulb fits any standard E27 fitting, and is available to purchase alone ($175) or with a brushed brass pendant ($275). Designer: Lee Broom Size: 3.5" w ...Read more

Need an internet radio? Access more than 15,000 internet radio stations with the updated Heritage model from Revo. It provides coverage of DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting), DAB+, FM, and Wi-Fi internet radio, and there's the docking for iPods and iPhones with the requisite wireless audio streaming as well. Not too shabby in the looks department either. More details below. -wireless audio streaming and docking for iPods® and iPhones®. -access to more ...Read more

You might not like the price tag, but you certainly will like how this side table can also be used as a step stool. No more dangerous episodes of precariously balancing on an inappropriate surface to reach a book, and no more apologies of not having that one extra seat for a surprise guest. Plus, take a look at the joints: it's clear that this is built to stand the ...Read more

Remember the Blunt Umbrella? Now there's a collapsible version that can easily fit in your bag. With the same patented BLUNT Tips (to you, these are the non-poke corners) and unique Radial Tensioning System (reinforcement to keep it from collapsing when strong winds strike), the XS gives you the same rain protection in a convenient carrying size. See the other sizes on Blunt's website. Diameter: 950 mm / 37 in Length: 365 mm / 14 in ...Read more

Fond of geometrically inclined tea towels? Add this to your wish list pronto. Triangular lines with neutral shades and a touch of neon is just what a kitchen needs, or so says those of us partial to such things. Designed by Mae Engelgeer, who does the geometry-meets-textiles category quite well, judging by her other pieces (the Fest collection especially). Approximately 20" x 23" Cotton/linen/acrylic Machine wash Made in the Netherlands...Read more

We could play the whole 'what-is-it' game, but you probably possess enough deductive reasoning to guess the function of the top part of this set. That's right, it's an orange squeezer. Don't go thinking it's palm-sized, though, it's approximately 9" tall, so it will handle all manner of freakishly large citrus. The dark oak wood juicer sits snugly into the ceramic vase when not in use. Design: Jakob Heiberg for Legnoart. ...Read more

Do you think Columbus Day should be rededicated as Explorer's Day? Sounds better, doesn't it? However you feel about the issue, and whether or not you have the day off, don't let that adventurous spirit inside you get too comfortable on the sofa. Take a trip! While you're at it, maybe bring along this travel journal: there's a checklist, a diary, an international translator (perhaps not the most thorough, mind ...Read more

Video: Bionic legs/exoskeleton developed by Richard Little Roman Ondak, Measuring the Universe via @designcrush WattzOn provides info and guidance on how to conserve energy and save money. The Ghosts Of Google Street View by Italian artist Paolo Cirio. Irving Harper's place is pretty cool. (Paper sculptures!) Korable Block is an interactive tool for learning the Korean alphabet. It also looks rad. Uh-oh. Image: Worst iPhone 5 delivery experience of all ...Read more

Just when you thought you were well over any (more) Eames furniture, Herman Miller goes and tempts you with a limited edition of the Wire Base Low Table in red, blue, and yellow. These tables are in honor of the late Ray Eames (she would have been 100 this year) and are only available for a limited time, so, if you're a fan, and the primary colors get your 'must-have-this-immediately' juices ...Read more