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Sideboards. Maybe you've not found the perfect one yet, and are more than a little tired of searching for just the right legs/drawer/door configuration. If so, may I direct you towards wfour design*, a small company located in Eugene, Oregon that specializes in furniture that's made to fit your needs. Want doors on the left and drawers on the right? A specific height? A blue base? An orange ...Read more

Snazzy, isn't it? While the price is significantly higher than a charcoal grill you'll find at your local store (say, a Weber Kettle Grill for $99), it does look significantly nicer... though, I suppose it's up to you to decide if it's worth 460 bucks more. Yes? No? -incorporated thermometer -weather resistant Manufacturer: Eva Solo Size: Diameter 47 cm Material: Aluminium, stainless steel Color: Black, steel The cover for Grill Globe is also available, $125. ...Read more

Aside from not having more US distributers, Hay can do no wrong in my book. These reversible Mega Dot Quilts hit the target for lighter summer bedding, yet, as usual, be prepared to pay a little extra for the spot-on subtle pattern and colors. If you'd rather have a smaller size as a throw for the cooler spring/summer nights, or for a smaller children's bed, there's the Mini Dot ...Read more

We've got a quick upate on the previously posted Balancing Blocks, which are now available in a more muted and understated white. Handemade from furniture scrap in Brooklyn, NY. Comes packaged in a screen printed cotton drawstring tote. ...Read more

Mother's Day is this Sunday, which means you have 5 days to figure something out. If you're stuck, here are a few things that might jumpstart your search for the right gift. 1. Iittala Wine Decanter, $75.00 2. Micro-greens Kit, $40.00 3. Baggu Leather Pouch Small, $20.00 4. Envelope iPad Case, $48.00 5. Palace Collection: Governo Soup Bowls, $168.00 6. Animal Boxes, $49.00 7. Dietrich Düller Fountain Pen, $70.00 8. CDT Scissors, $80.00 9. Arne Jacobsen cup, $21.00 each 10. Geo/Metric 4 Jade Scarf, $66.00 (other colors/patterns available) ...Read more

Just when you think your kitchen needs nothing more, someone goes and makes a vinegar bottle beautiful. Who needs a beautiful vinegar bottle? Well, nobody, really, but if you're particular about the tiniest details, then you might as well go all out on a vinegar receptacle. There's also the Kink Oil Bottle ($125) if you want a matching set. Designed by Deb Jones for the Jam Factory. Available in 3 colors - ...Read more

A big thanks to our newest sponsor, www.ambiencehardwoodflooring.co.uk. It doesn't take a designer to know that hardwood floors often look ten times better than laminate or carpet, not to mention that they may also add to the value of your home. Ambience Hardwood Flooring provides wood floors in a variety of styles. Selected from the most durable hardwoods available, you can be sure that your new floor ...Read more

Swedish furniture producers Swedese pays homage to the classic Alvar Aalto stacking stools in function and spirit, but with a new spin (get it?) on aesthetics. Many prototypes and experiments resulted in laminated veneer legs bending in two directions, giving the stationary stool a spiraling motion. Spin Stools are made to order with an 8-10 week lead time. Details — Materials:
 Laminated Ash veneer with natural lacquer, or with white or ...Read more

Vain or not, these hand mirrors could make your life a little better by framing your face in a super modern, geometrical way. Made of aluminium and mirror, these mirrors are manufactured by Hay. Manufacturer: Hay Material: Aluminium, mirror Mirror Mirror square, black, $82.00 Size: Width 14 cm, height 16 cm Mirror Mirror round, copper, $82.00 Size: Diameter 16 cm...Read more

Sometimes a bit of elegance and simplicity in package design goes a long way. In this case, five pencils are housed in a minimalist cardstock case, and presented beautifully upon opening. Each set includes a variety of five vintage European pencils dating from the early 1940s to the late 1960s. Would make a great gift for any office & art supplies geek. Founded in 1930, Antica Cartotecnica is a multi-generation stationery ...Read more

Lost Crates, have you heard of it? We're partnering up with them to bring you some of the stuff we post each month. Sign up for the waiting list. Harvard and M.I.T. Team Up to Offer Free Online Courses: nonprofit partnership will be known as edX Found-on-Twitter Sonnets of Pentametron via @nytimesbits Flap around London with the Pigeon Simulator via @brainpicker T Magazine Video: Doug Aitken’s Acid ...Read more

As nice weather has hopefully reached your town/city by now, it's time to think about moving meals outside in the sunshine. This Table Bin by Royal VKB makes setting and clearing the table easier- dishes are stacked neatly on the anti-slip lid while cutlery has its own spot on the side. When the meal is done, leftovers can be deposited in the bin, dirty dishes can be stacked back ...Read more

Remember this Felt Circle Floor Mat? Well now there's more than just the 68" diameter size, and a ton of colors to choose from. This 68" diameter circular floor mat would be a good choice for a tight living area, not to mention the shape is a nice contrast to all the boxy furniture most of us have. XS, $160.00, Size: 30 in (76.2 cm) diameter S, $580.00, Size: 54 in (137.16 cm) diameter M, $750.00, Size: 69 in (175.26 cm) ...Read more

If you like your lists nice and tidy, take a look at this acrylic check list stamp from MUJI. For $3.75, you'll have a much neater frame than just eyeballing it. Repeat the stamp for a longer list, or just do one for a short 'to-do' memo each day. (Ink pad is not included.) Size: W1.9” x L1.6” x H0.9”...Read more

If you think this is too expensive for a rocking stool, perhaps we should put it to a test and compare it to a Fit-Chair. Sure, the exercise-ball-as-chair does wonders for your posture, but it looks horrible. As in, so horrible it's offensive to the eyes. Contrast the exercise-ball-as-chair with the Monarchy Rocking Stool by Feld. If I had to choose which one to have in my own home, I'd ...Read more