As the owner of one lap dog and one bulldog that thinks he’s a lap dog, I often fantasize about attaching a doggie sidecar to my chair so I can get a little space. Luckily, architect and product designer Paul Kweton has created a far more practical solution to my dilemma. The patent pending rocking-2-gether …
Design Spotlight: Coordination
I first learned of Coordination after I saw a feature on their intriguing height adaptable stool designs. Based out of Berlin and Shanghai, Coordination is an architecture and design firm specializing in creating cutting edge environments in brand and exhibition design. The concept lab’s unique sculptural aesthetic has caught the attention of many international brands including …
iGrow Self Watering Pot
As a nod to either forgetfulness or laziness, I posses a strong affinity for house plants that require little to no maintenance. Even though I have a strict no silk plants policy in my house, I will not snub my nose at an artfully composed dry arrangement. Nonetheless, nothing can compare to the beauty of a …
The PumPing Tap: An Energy Saving Socket
After receiving my first winter electricity bill (and almost fainting), I started a daily routine of going around the house looking for items to unplug and lights to turn off. Though I usually try to be conscious of my energy consumption, I have to admit I have been dropping the ball this winter. One area I …
15 Intriguing Chair Designs
Outline Chair by Michael Samoriz
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OFO Chair by Solovyov Design
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Modern Chair Collection by Kenneth Cobonpue
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Hug Chair by Ilian Milinov
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Flexible Chair by Greg Stankus
Solid Cherry and maple veneer {via}
Modular Lounge Chair by Balint Kormos
Leather cushion pads, wood frame, and brass hinges {via}
Inception Chair by Vivian Chiu
Ten interlocking ash framed chairs {via}
S.O.S De Barrio Line Seat by Gruba
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Houndstooth Heaven
Sick of your standard floating ledge shelves? Take a look at these eye-catching houndstooth shelves by designer Julia Quancard. Conceived as a product idea for a design competition, the Pied-de-Poule is designed using ecological composite wood in addition to laminated wood. True to the traditional houndstooth pattern, the shelves come in a light and dark …










