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- For three days from October 1st through 3rd, Superpowers of Ten, an alternative version of Charles and Ray Eames’ film Powers of Ten, will be shown in Chicago for the inaugural Chicago Architecture Biennial. - Self-Rolling Fitness & Yoga Mat - Is this a good or bad idea? MasterPan All-In-One Frying Pan - 3 strategies for replacing your lawn (via Gardenista) - A Personal Security App: Virtual Halo -...Read more

We've featured Cashmends before, but they're just too good to forget. We all have favorite sweaters, and it's so very sad when they get worn spots. Cashmends are iron-on patches that spruce up the elbows (or other areas) so you can continue wearing your warmest garments. There's now Tweedmends as well, so you have the opportunity to upgrade an older blazer or jacket as well as your sweaters. Personally, I'm...Read more

The Toboggan Pull Up Table is more suitable for a workspace than one's living area- just take a look at those little plastic feet- they basically scream 'put me in a shared office environment!' So, if you happen to have some influence with the person in charge of ordering furniture for your office, you'd do well to point out that the table can serve as a small work surface or...Read more

What to do with your favorite washi tape rolls? Organize them neatly upon the Tape Block Dispenser from HAY, that's what. Simple beech wood dispensers have room for either 1, 3 or 5 rolls of tape, so you'll be ready to tape up whatever package or envelope with no fussing about. For 1 tape roll: 1.8"" x 2.8"" x 3.1"". For 3 tape rolls: 3.3"" x 2.8"" x 3.1"". For...Read more

Looking a little like an ancient artifact, the Hamill Lamp consists of a hammered brass shade, a blackened steel base, and the necessary socket, bulb, and cloth cord. There's nothing complicated about it, yet the materials will add an extra layer of warmth- and maybe a dash of historical relevance- to an interior. There's a sconce as well. overall: 11"W x 4"D x 8.5"H base: 4" x 4" shade 11"W...Read more

It's a large, flat wooden serving tray, so what's the big deal? As is often the case, the big deal is in the smallest of details. A pebble-like shape finishes in a precise edge, giving the tray a very subtle, sculptural feel that puts the beauty of the wood front and center. But wait, is it too nice for your snacks or hors d'oeuvres? Nope, the price is pretty friendly...Read more

A smart backpack? That sounds like a godsend to anyone who has ever had their phone, tablet, or laptop die away from home. CO.ALITION Smart Backpacks have an integrated power and a wireless hard drive built into their packs, so you can charge all of your devices and back up your important data (or watch movies) wherever you go. There's enough options to make your head spin, so check it...Read more

Sure, you've seen concrete desk accessories by Magnus Pettersen before, but have you seen the red and blue tape dispensers? Your life is simply not complete until you consider just how good red tape in a red concrete tape dispenser looks. I'm kidding, of course, but it does look pretty sharp, as does the blue. This version is a little smaller than the original version, fyi. Designer: Magnus Pettersen Material:...Read more

If the tick, tick, ticking of a nearby clock is driving you mad, consider the Lemnos Maple Wall Clock. It's silent, so you'll not hear any ticking- sanity saved! Hang it on a wall or set it on a desk or nightstand. The clock is handcrafted by a small team of clock makers in Toyoma, Japan: Lemnos. Size: 9.5 inches x 6.8 inches x 2 inches (24.2 cm × 17.2...Read more

If you're in need of a unique storage solution and have some money to spare, the Tilt Oak Ladder by Jack Smith of SmithMatthias is available for purchase, and would serve all manner of purposes in your kitchen, bedroom, or bath. Add a shelf or tray for an extra spot to corral smaller items- think silverware and spices in the kitchen, q-tips and bath creams in the bathroom, jewelry and...Read more

- Ooo, interesting: New Samsung TV by the Bouroullec brothers - Teeny tiny drone - Crash Course Astronomy: Neutron Stars, Pulsars, and Magnetars - Book: Soviet Bus Stops - This gif is pretty funny - FvF: Anthony and Phoebe Dann - 2015 Ig Nobel Prize winners (follow the link to see them all) - "Punkt has launched a stripped-back mobile handset designed by British designer Jasper Morrison that only offers...Read more

Coffee usually speeds you up, but what about slowing things down? That frazzled go-go-go pace of your life won't help your overall well being, as you probably already know (but won't do much about). Perhaps you could dedicate a few moments to, well, smelling the coffee as it brews. Using the pour-over method, this carafe set brews the coffee slowly, forcing you to slow down and add water bit by...Read more

You can't see the forest for the... coats and scarves hanging tidily from the four ash tree pegs. Because that's where coats, scarves, hats, etc. will be hung once you install this set in your entryway, right? Right. Made by designer team Tomas Kral and Stéphane Halmaï-Voisard. "The set of four individual ash trees have been perfectly pruned in shades of white, natural, blue or green." Material: Ash wood Dimensions:...Read more

Besides the lovely bluish hue, did you know that non-porous soapstone will not trap flavor or odors? And that it keeps your favorite beverage cold? Now, back to the lovely bluish-black hue, let's hope that's not just the spotlights creating the color, because it's something special. Designed by Thea Mehl for Teroforma’s Ekke series and sold as a set of four. Material: Soapstone Size: 2.1" h, Volume: 2 fl. oz...Read more

Does your keyboard/trackpad/mouse always seem to need a battery recharge at the most inconvenient times? Keep a fresh set ready to go with the Aaden Battery Charger. It plugs directly into your computer's USB port, no extra electrical outlet needed- that means less searching around behind/underneath the desk. (It looks like a tiny version of the Apple TV, doesn't it?) Aaden is intended for charging AA size, standard Ni-MH or...Read more