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If the collector side of you would rather sit in a special sort of deck chair, you'll be happy to know Artware Editions is offering artist-designed deck chairs by Damien Hirst, Gary Hume, Sir Peter Blake, Keith Tyson and others. And yes, they are suitable for the outdoors, so you better actually use them if you buy some, because it would be sort of silly to be precious about a...Read more

Finally available to purchase (after quite a bit of waiting, I might add), this Flat Light Poster was designed by Finn Magee after he admired the light and atmosphere of an Anglepoise task light. This would be the perfect sort of light for a cramped space, wouldn't it? designer: Finn Magee materials: printed poster; LED dimensions: 16.5" x 23.5" Produced in a limited edition of 50 pieces....Read more

If the Walnut Top Set by Herman Miller was a bit too rich for your wallet, these carved wooden tops from Japan will be a welcome alternative. Designer: Saikai, Japan Dimensions: 1" diameter, 1.5-2" tall Price per top: $8.50...Read more

If you love stir-frying your food, check out this Boomerang Wok by Nikolai Carels. The unique cupped edge allows for you to turn/stir your ingredients with a simple movement while reducing possible mess. Smart, right? Now we just need some product reviews to confirm it works well. Designed by Nikolai Carels...Read more

It's not often that you see green done well as an overall color theme, but this room styled by Simon Carver has me hooked. The softness of hue is complemented by the black/white/natural accents and would be an excellent choice for a bedroom, as it seems to absorb just the right amount of light....Read more

Check out this playhouse designed by architect Robin Hannah. It stores flat and slots together for easy set up. Since it's made in New Zealand (with sustainably grown pine, fyi), you'll have to email to get a price for shipping. Keep in mind that it could get expensive with shipping, but if you're crafty enough maybe you can make your own. Clear Varnished $499.00 NZD Bare Sanded Finish $429.00 NZD...Read more

You might be familiar with The Selby, and if so, you might have already ordered your copy of the book. If you're not familiar with either, take a look. Both are chock full of interesting interiors* of the many creative individuals that Todd Selby comes across. *Interesting in that they're not very 'designer', they're more real-life sort of places, which is refreshing compared to shelter mags where they shoot/make everything...Read more

Bakelite? The plastic from about 100 years ago? Indeed, it is. Available in the brilliant hues of billiard balls, these polished lamps will definitely light up a desk or nightstand. Three pictured above, one below. by Tamawa. 10 High x 5 Diameter...Read more

Rather than using folders to organize, you can use these paperclips to file documents alphabetically. Plus, you'll have the fun of stringing them together to spell out words (during your coffee breaks, of course). Designed by Stephen Reed....Read more

Actually, it's just the little pomegranate-colored thing plugged into the dock connector. And that combined with the free app turns your iPhone or iPod Touch into a sleek little universal remote. The system is completely customizable to feature as many or as few buttons as you'd like (up to 100,000) and has the brain power to replace up to 1,000 individual remotes: TV, cable, DVR, etc....Read more

Make your cup of Joe even more special with Carl Mertens' stainless steel stencils. Sprinkle cocoa powder over the stencil and onto your cappuccino for a cute graphic surprise. Designer: Carsten Gollnick 5.1 x 4.1 inches...Read more

More zig zags for your viewing pleasure. Thankfully, this rug is available in many different sizes (at somewhat reasonable prices) so you can fit it in any place that needs a bit more action (in a visual interest sort of way). 80% wool/20% cotton. Hand loomed and hand bound on all sides $39.00 - $649.00...Read more

You probably recognize this text from all the plastic bags you've seen it on, right? Well, now you can thank yourself for shopping each and every time you use this reusable tote. For anyone that is die-hard enough to care, the design is copied exactly as the original (the last "s" is upside down). Made in the USA of natural organic Grade A canvas 16.5" x 16."...Read more

Apart of Stelton's Cylinda-Line, this cocktail shaker is a sight for sore eyes, and I'm not talking about the promise of future cocktails. Clean lines, no frills, it's amazing that something so very simple and sleek is sooo incredibly expensive. Unfortunately, as is often the case, sometimes less is very definitely more. Designer: Arne Jacobsen 8.6 in x 3.3 dia....Read more

It's pretty amazing that Thonet's first bentwood chair was designed in 1859, especially considering how popular it still is. Plus, this particular chair is very affordable at $120, and you can rest easy knowing it's produced in one of the original Thonet bentwood chair factories. White or Black. 16.5"Wx21.25"Dx35.5"H...Read more