Coasters that Represent

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  Pipe Planter by Nobuhiro Sato

  For botanically-minded architecture lovers, this is quite cute. While searching the wide world of online gift guides, I came across this planter by Nobuhiro Sato of Pull+Push.

Products

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  Map Trivets and Coasters

  You might know your way around a stiff drink or a hot dish, but it's a good idea to make sure your coasters and trivets can navigate their way as well. These concrete pieces by Nobuhiro Sato and A…

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  Cork Coasters

  The simplest of touches often make the biggest statements, like these cork spheres strung together to form a handy coaster, perfect for pots and pans.

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  Simrin Nature Coasters

  While their hand-drawn graphics may depict the most delicate of dandelions, these vinyl coasters from Brooklyn-based Simrin can withstand beading from any beverage you choose.

Dwell Collections

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  Dwell's Guide to Los Angeles

  Though Dwell may be in NorCal, we still love a trip south to L.A., so take a tour with us as we map out the hot spots in one of the nation's hippest hubs. Text by Alissa Walker.

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  Mapping Prefab

  In just under ten years, dozens of prefab projects from all over the world have graced the pages of Dwell. We sifted through our archives to find some of our best-loved pieces, revisiting stories…

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  What Constitutes Clutter?

  Nothing should be seen unless it’s meant to be seen. Everything else can be behind drawers to keep clutter out of the room and also to keep the items free of dust.

Events

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  2012 Los Angeles Film Festival

  Calling all cinephiles: The Los Angeles Film Festival takes place from June 14th to the 24th. Most of the screenings are at the Regal Cinemas L.A. Live with additional films and events at the Los…

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  AIA Los Angeles Restaurant Design Awards

  The American Institute of Architects' Los Angeles chapter takes the stage to announce the winners of the fifth-annual Restaurant Design Awards. These awards celebrate excellence in the design of…

• MyhistoricLA—Preserving Los Angeles

  Stop by the historic Los Angeles Central Library for a special citywide kickoff celebration of SurveyLA, Los Angeles’ first-ever comprehensive survey of its historic resources. Amateur…