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21
Jun
2010
Vitality by Neutra
This bathroom suite by Neutra screams life and renewal and rejuvenation! The suite’s fresh design blends warm, natural wood with cool, sculpted stone – truly a modern masterpiece. We love how the designer, Matteo Thun, has integrated nature into these modern sinks, vanities, countertops, benches, and check out the bathtub with the wood surround! Adding to their uniqueness, these pieces are made using Kauri wood (a rare, “ungrained fossil wood” from New Zealand). This raw yet refined, wood and stone, hard yet soft bathroom suite is beautifully, naturally at odds. Get more information by visiting Neutra.
17
Jun
2010
15
Jun
2010
Trashlight
This is the most classy trash themed light that you could ever possibly own. Sure, trash is a dirty thing, but you can pretty it up with this little gadget. With this you’ll never again have to dump out your trash in the dark since the lamp is directly attached to the can itself. Sure, it could make putting trash bags into the can a little tricky, but at least you’ll be able to see what you’re doing.
14
Jun
2010
The Tati Table Lamp by Kartell
A rectangular table lamp characterized by its extremely clean lines, squared off in a mood vaguely reminiscent of Deco taste. Tatì’s solid body of transparent polycarbonate encases an internal diffuser available in full color methacrylate, opaline and black or in a pleated fabric with a chrome steel weight in the support. The rigor of form and material, far from making it chilly or cold, on the contrary, creates an object of bourgeois allure which will fit in anywhere while maintaining its contemporary line. Different chromatic plays of light have the effect that when turned off, Tatì reveals the full color of its surface but when turned on, the adjustable intensity of light filtering from its sides lights up its whole body.
11
Jun
2010
ELASTICSHELF
This shelf system by SystemDesignStudio for the home or office is made out of used bicycle tires tensed between two used furniture legs. This creates an interesting elastic structure that allows the owner to keep and display books and objects.
10
Jun
2010
Nethrone
When you’re online and writing as much as we are, those lame ergonomic keyboards and wrist pads just don’t cut it. And while we haven’t decided if this futuristic workstation is the solution for us, there’s no doubt that it’s an awesome cure for all those aches that come from being a computer geek. Created by renowned designer Eran Baruhe, the Nethrone ($2500) is an oval-shaped structure that offers unrivaled electronic adjustment of nearly every part, including the height, angle and position of the keyboard, display, (massage) seat, headrest, and more.
9
Jun
2010
Sub-Tub Whirlpool Bath & Washbasin
Although it may seem that the trend in bathrooms is toward bigger, even the most cramped bathrooms can be given the most luxurious makeover. This is precisely what the Sub-Tub Whirlpool Bath & Washbasin Unit aims to achieve with its innovative design that incorporates a damping device allowing easy rising and lowering of the washbasin unit. Featuring a bathtub under its washbasin along with an OLED Screen, featuring whatever image the user uploads. While you might be cozy and intimate with your small bath space, we are sure that the Sub-Tub would be a great retreat when it comes into production.
8
Jun
2010
‘Crocodile Skin’- Like Floor by QuadroLegno
When searching for unique ideas, don’t discount what’s underfoot as a potentially dramatic design feature in your home – why not make a bold statement with this wood flooring by QuatroLegno? The leather-like, “crocodile skin” floor will quickly become the room’s main focal point, whether you lay it in your library, bedrooms, living room or dining area. It’s a perfect match to leather-upholstered furniture, book-lined shelves, fine art and an eclectic style. The luxurious, rich finish gleams on these 800-by-800mm Wenge wood panels, shaped into scales that conjure up an exotic croc-skin aesthetic. Visit Italian flooring design company QuatroLegno for more ideas.
7
Jun
2010
Toilet MP3 Player
Toto Japan has launched the Apricot series Toilet seats. With the usual included gizmos like Seat heater, Automatic washer, Electronic controlled seat etc, Toto has now included a full fledged MP3 player with a SD card slot. The control panel with the MP3 player can be attached on the wall. 16 classic tunes are included with the SD card. The MP3 player can Random playback, One Tune playback and so on. It conserves power by studying the time patterns of usage and thus not heating the seat when the toilet is least used. The fully loaded N5A seat costs 180,600 Yen ($ 1750)
4
Jun
2010
Typhonics SP-Tiles
What looks like an amazing set of speakers on a living room wall actually turns out to be a series of sound dampening foam tiles. The SP-Tiles from Typhonics are designed to pretty much do the same thing as the acoustical tiles you’d find on the walls of recording studios and other sound quality critical venues, but look a bit cooler doing it so you’ll be less apprehensive about using them in your home. They attach to the walls with good old-fashioned double-sided tape and a special wallpaper, which I assume is to protect the wall’s finish if they’re ever removed, and are available for about $54 (¥4,935) a piece.
4
Jun
2010
Kurage 3: Fibre Optic Lighting
Made by 1.5mm Fiber Optic cables, and by bending the optical fiber, the area is illuminated outside of the immediate area of the light, creating a very soft light. The brightness is adjustable by the size of the curve. AMAZING!
3
Jun
2010
Nesting Knives
While it might look like a brain-bending puzzle, Mia Schmallenbach’s Meeting Knives set actually features a brilliant design allowing four different kitchen knives: a paring knife, a carving knife, a chef’s knife and a filleting knife to all stack inside each other on a single block of steel. The proportions of each knife were apparently determined by the Fibonacci sequence
2
Jun
2010
Wall Hung Radiators by Runtal
Italian company Runtal is making a splashy statement with its hot new home wall hung radiator design appropriately dubbed the “Splash” radiator. Made of Corian, this innovative new wall radiator was designed by Christian Ghion, ushering in the next era of home decor – fashionable, functional art. The Splash radiator features a chic ripple motif, integrating movement and a modern aesthetic into this unusual home essential. This Zen-style fixture makes a simple yet striking addition to any contemporary room. And while you may be drawn by its cool looks, you’ll stay for the warm comfort. The Splash home radiator is a must-see! Check it out at Runtal.
2
Jun
2010
Balloon Lamp
The balloon lamp is a simple, elegant way to add a little style to your home, inside or out. Designed by Kouichi Okamoto, the balloon lamp uses a high-intensity LED light to illuminate whatever area you hang it in. The LED lets it run over 100 hours with the included lithium-ion batteries, and the balloon diffuses the light into a softly glowing orb. It’s a magical effect, and a party, a porch, a party, or any room of the house (Two translucent white balloons are included, but you can use any color you’d like). It hangs easily from the attached hook, and because there’s no cumbersome electric cord, you can easily move it from room to room.
31
May
2010
Sushi Clock
Life is just to short to measure with numbers. You’ll have to agree that it’s far more interesting to measure time with sushi. Of course this method will work best if your friends also have the Sushi Clock to refer to… But even if you buy one just for yourself, you’re still guaranteed a great conversation piece that your guests are sure to take notice of. It’s also a testament to the craftsmanship of fake Japanese food, as each piece looks stunningly realistic in this high-quality model.
