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2.5³ is a Multifunctional Living Cube for Contemporary Nomadism
October 23, 2014

2.5³ is a Multifunctional Living Cube for Contemporary Nomadism

2.5³ is Maciej Chmara and Ania Rosinke's proposal for living minimally. The multifunctional space reduces life’s material needs down to the bare essentials and follows ideas of utopian thinking from the 60s and 70s, when many architects and designers were working on modular and mobile living structures. Perfect for small homes or as a functional island within a large loft or warehouse space, this cubic wooden structure will let you sleep, eat, relax and work within its reduced design.
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Harry Thaler Nails It with His ‘Hang It On the Wall’ Light Fixture
October 22, 2014

Harry Thaler Nails It with His ‘Hang It On the Wall’ Light Fixture

Lighting technology is surprisingly exciting these days, and the 'Hang It On the Wall' lighting fixture, from designer Harry Thaler, is a lighthearted celebration of this evolving industry. The lamp's design is a response to the phasing out of the iconic Edison light bulb. While the pear-shaped form of the original bulb is still intact, the lamp's glass fixture has been distorted to represent how things are changing.
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Canadiano is a Minimal Pour Over Coffee Maker Made from a Simple Wooden Block
October 21, 2014

Canadiano is a Minimal Pour Over Coffee Maker Made from a Simple Wooden Block

Meet Canadiano, a smart little wooden block designed for making a delicious cup of jo. Crafted for picky coffee connoisseurs, this minimalistic cube by Toronto-based Fishtnk Design Factory is a pour-over coffee maker made from carved wood and a stainless-steel filter. Simple, natural and low-tech, it takes only 2-4 minutes to brew a cup once the hot water is poured.
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The Ostrich Pillow Mini Arms You with Comfort for Napping On-the-go
October 20, 2014

The Ostrich Pillow Mini Arms You with Comfort for Napping On-the-go

Life can sometimes be hectic, and when you live in a city that never sleeps it can be exhausting. This is why we are head-over-heels excited about the Ostrich Pillow Mini, a new personal power nap pillow from Studio Banana by Kawamura Ganjavian. Weather you're on the subway or in a cubicle, this little bundle of joy was designed to be taken on the go, arming you for any mid-day napping location.
More on the design here
Starry Night Pendant Lamp Turns Any Room into a Personal Planetarium
October 17, 2014

Starry Night Pendant Lamp Turns Any Room into a Personal Planetarium

One thing we don't see much of here in New York City are starry nights. Unfortunately, this leaves some city-dwellers nostalgic for their star-gazing, universe-pondering suburban youth. While it's unlikely that any skyscrapers will be moving to make room for a better view, Starry Light, a constellation lamp collection from Anagraphic, is a star-studded substitute worthy of praise.
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Babilus: Organically Textured Vases Designed to Resemble Ancient City Skylines
October 15, 2014

Babilus: Organically Textured Vases Designed to Resemble Ancient City Skylines

Babilus is a collection of vases made by Tel Aviv designer Nir Meiri.  The shapes of the vases were designed to resemble architecture found in ancient cities such as alters and temples, and the name Babilus is used in reference to the age-old city of Babylon. Each form is made from several layers of materials staked in various combinations. When viewed together, the collection simulates an antique city skyline, however each vase was also designed to stand alone with the intent of igniting the imagination.
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Clive Wilkinson’s 4,400-Square-Foot “Superdesk” Puts Literal Twist on Collaborative Workspace
October 15, 2014

Clive Wilkinson’s 4,400-Square-Foot “Superdesk” Puts Literal Twist on Collaborative Workspace

Visitors to this past weekend’s 12th Annual Open House New York were treated to tours of Manhattan’s first fully robotic parking system, an African Burial Ground National Monument in Tribeca, and this 4,400-square-foot “superdesk" winding its way through the Chelsea offices of the Barbarian Group, a New York-based creative agency.
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Throw Your Crap in the Gap of Line Depping’s Table
October 10, 2014

Throw Your Crap in the Gap of Line Depping’s Table

Computers, phones, paper, books, pens, lamps, keys, food, hot drinks... We use tables for so many different reasons and they're usually flooded with stuff. But what happens when you have unexpected guests or if you just need to quickly clear a space? The clever 'Borrod' by Line Depping is designed specifically for that. Now you can magically hide everything sitting on your tabletop by simply pushing all that crap into the gap!
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Orikomi: Hand-Crafted Pendant Lights That Help Women Build Houses
October 9, 2014

Orikomi: Hand-Crafted Pendant Lights That Help Women Build Houses

Designed by the Portuguese label blaanc, Orikomi is a line of paper light fixtures that are sure to add a soft elegance to any interior. The shades' intricate texture and solid structure is formed through a series of symmetrical folding patterns. Not only will these pendant lights illuminate your kitchen table, but also the lives of others. A portion of the proceeds for every piece sold is given to the Adobe Women Project, an organization co-founded by the design firm's owners to help women in Mexico build their own houses (with their own two hands).
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Orwell Hybrid Bed-Sofa-Cabin Recaptures the Intimacy of Home
October 8, 2014

Orwell Hybrid Bed-Sofa-Cabin Recaptures the Intimacy of Home

The Orwell is a delightful design that combines the best of a sofa, bed, and cabin into one well-rounded piece of furniture. Designers Pablo Figuera and Álvaro Goula selected the name Orwell in reference to the surname of the '1984' writer and the impetus of the product idea "to recapture the intimacy which can sometimes be lost, even within our own homes." The piece is not only a place to sit or lie down, but it's also an invitation to climb inside and revisit the pillow-fort of your childhood.
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Nobu, A Transforming Desk-Shelf Inspired by Vintage Carrycases
October 7, 2014

Nobu, A Transforming Desk-Shelf Inspired by Vintage Carrycases

For many living in New York City, or other densely populated communities, space is considered a treasured resource not to be squandered. In these situations efficiency is key, which is why we welcome with open arms Nubo, the 2.0 version of the traditional wall shelf. This bubble shaped shelf transforms from a utilitarian wall shelf or desk, into a treasure-box-bulletin-board—reminiscent of a vintage travel case, like the blue Pan-Am case of the 1960s. The Nobu was designed by the Italian-Danish duo known as GamFratesi, and first presented at imm Cologne.
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No. 3 Bench by Floris Wubben Combines Natural and Hi-Tech Materials
September 26, 2014

No. 3 Bench by Floris Wubben Combines Natural and Hi-Tech Materials

Dutch designer Floris Wubben crafts beautifully strange pieces that combine natural and high-tech materials. It's that blend of rough, textured surfaces with new technologies that makes his designs stand out from the crowd. One of our favorite examples is the No. 3 Bench, made from an accordion-folded sheet of white polypropylene that follows the contours of a piece of driftwood.
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Pressed Objects: Floris Wubben’s Brutally Tactile Designs for the Human Touch
September 24, 2014

Pressed Objects: Floris Wubben’s Brutally Tactile Designs for the Human Touch

Tactility is especially important in today's day and age, as we're in constant competition with a world full of screens. That is the beauty of Floris Wubben's Pressed Objects; they aim to bring back textures to our day-to-day life. Made from pressed epoxy clay, the objects come in the shape of vases, flowerpots, and recipients, all created by a coalition between the hands and a machine.
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Floris Wubben’s Eyrie Bench is a Human Nest Inspired by Eagles
September 19, 2014

Floris Wubben’s Eyrie Bench is a Human Nest Inspired by Eagles

The noun Eyrie is "a large nest of an eagle or other bird of prey, built high in a tree or on a cliff." Take it poetically or quite literarily, like this Dutch design studio recently did. The Eyrie Bench by Floris Wubben is a cumulus of interconnected wooden ash slats resting on tree branches that form its legs. Sculptural and natural, this seat works as a human nest inviting you to sit back and take a rest.
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World’s First OLED Panel Will Bring Buildings 40,000+ Hours of Energy-Efficient Lighting
September 17, 2014

World’s First OLED Panel Will Bring Buildings 40,000+ Hours of Energy-Efficient Lighting

New York buildings racking up big energy bills may soon be able to breathe a sigh of relief. Thanks to new OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) technology, lighting will be getting greener, healthier and much more energy efficient. This November, LG Chem, Korea's largest chemical company, will bring their new OLED panels into production. The new panels will boast 100 lumens per watt, a life of 40,000+ hours (a world's best, outperforming Osram, Philips, and Panasonic; and almost on par with conventional LEDs), and be flexible enough to be used in everything from automotive to architecture. Currently plans are to focus distribution on markets in North America and Europe, and so far LG Chem has secured contracts with more than 50 lighting companies, including Atlanta-based Acuity Lighting.
More on the technology here
Stop Procrastinating with Help from the Rewrite Desk
September 15, 2014

Stop Procrastinating with Help from the Rewrite Desk

Rewrite, by Copenhagen-based designers GamFratesi, is an isolating bubble that offers a space for work and concentration. No matter how many distractions your home might have, this cocoon-like desk will help you focus and hopefully overcome procrastination. Featuring organic modern lines and a cozy appearance, its upholstered shield protects against any environmental noise that might take you away from the job.
Learn more about the Rewrite desk here
Atelierhouse: A Movable Murphy-Like Furniture System to Keep Your Room Ultra-Organized
September 12, 2014

Atelierhouse: A Movable Murphy-Like Furniture System to Keep Your Room Ultra-Organized

Hate clutter? Then you'll love this incredible furniture collection designed by Harry Thaler. Called 'Atelierhouse', the series of pieces were actually commissioned by the Museion museum in Bolzano, Italy to furnish a studio and living space for the museum's artists in residence. Though one-offs, we can definitely see them outfitting some of the spacious NYC artist lofts that are often required to do double duty as work/live spaces.
See more pieces from the collection here
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