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Air Purifiers
Dear Dwell, I've been hearing a lot about air purifiers lately. Are they really helpful, and are there any that won't stick out like a sore thumb in my living room? Dee Koufax, Minnetonka, M...
written by: Christopher Brightphotos by: Peter Belanger01.26.09 -
Transforming Shanghai
There seems to be no end to the superlatives being used to describe cities in China: the buildings there are the biggest, the most, the heaviest, the longest, the deepest, the tallest, always...
written by: Geoff Manaugh01.26.09 -
Letter Perfect
The alphabet is as easy as ABC, but for typographer Peter Bil’ak, the way language looks is a never-ending exploration.
written by: Kieran Longphotos by: Adam Broomberg01.26.09 -
Pure and Symbol
Steeped in the past but firmly grounded in the present, the designs of Satyendra Pakhalé merge futuristic shapes with centuries-old crafting techniques.
written by: Jane Szitaphotos by: Adam Broomberg01.26.09 -
Cutting Edge
Asked to design a space for an art collector whose body and walls were already covered in decoration, architect Thom Faulders capped off the project by creating a piece of art out of an often...
written by: John Kingphotos by: Dave Lauridsen01.26.09 -
Breakfast with Barack
What do Barack Obama, Scarlett O'Hara, and Elvis have in common? Plates.
written by: Jamie Waugh01.26.09 -
SCI-Arc Public Lecture Series
I got a note in the mail today about the Southern California Institute of Architecture's Public Programs series for Spring 2009 and I was bowled over. In addition to culling some of the great...
01.26.09 -
Brooms
Dear Dwell: I'm tired of my old generic broom. Are there any specialized products on the market that are both hip and functional? —Edward Charles, Austin, Texas
written by: Christopher Brightphotos by: Peter Belanger01.26.09 -
Indoor Garden Kits
Dear Dwell, I'd like to grow edible herbs and plants, but since I live in a tiny apartment with no outdoor space, I'm looking for a garden I can grow on my kitchen counter. Can you help?
written by: Amara Holsteinphotos by: Peter Belanger01.26.09 -
Dog Beds
Dear Dwell: Our dog is spending more time in bed than my husband; I think its time to get her one of her own. Can you recommend designs that a pampered pup will enjoy? —Ella Zupen, San ...
written by: Christopher Brightphotos by: Stan Musilek01.26.09 -
Mailboxes
Dear Dwell, I've searched all over for an interesting mailbox—something other than a large-mouthed bass with a fin for a flag. Are there any modern mailboxes out there?
written by: Chelsea Holden Bakerphotos by: Hunter Freeman01.26.09 -
Green Siding
Dear Dwell: I've already found a company that will recycle my old vinyl siding. Now I'm looking for a fresh, sustainable alternative. Any suggestions? —Roger Knight, Hillside, Illinois
written by: Chelsea Holden Baker01.26.09 -
Coatracks
Dear Dwell: I'm sick of living like a slob. Now that I've finally got a nice place to hang my hat, I need something to hang it on. Can you recommend some off-the-hook coatracks that don't look l...
written by: Hannah Huntphotos by: Peter Belanger01.25.09 -
Salt and Pepper Orbs
Designed by Andi Kovel, these handmade salt & pepper shakers are made from recycled glass. The glass is blown to order and each is individually shaped, so no two shakers will be alike.
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Shake a Leg
A little bit humorous, a little bit macabre and totally functional. Shake-a-leg salt & pepper shakers are perfect for your morning eggs.
$52.00
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Black and White Egg
Conserve space and bring a creative addition to the dinner table with the Black & White Egg Salt & Pepper Set by Wrapables. This clean and cool salt & pepper set will infuse your tabletop with a...
$11.95
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Good Chemistry
Add some flavor to your life with these Good Chemistry salt-and-pepper shakers! The salt shaker reads NaCl. The pepper shaker reads Pe + ( Pe ) r. These are wonderful gifts for science teachers and...
$15.00
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Mono Gemiini Stacking
Not only are these attractive ceramic and stainless steel salt-and-pepper shakers stackable (which saves you some space), they are also dishwasher safe, which makes cleaning them a breeze.
$65.00
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Cylinda Tray
Timeless, straightforward and lovely. Jacobsen created this tray as part of the Cylinda series in the late 1960s for Stelton. A worthwhile splurge for an artful piece that can do heavy lifting.
$179.00
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Shake
$49.00
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Bird Salt-Pepper
These iconic salt and pepper shakers are perfect as a hostess gift. Place a set in front of each of your guests to make your tabletop playful.
$48.00
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Nook
This ceramic salt-and-pepper shaker––set in a compact, nesting design––is fun to use, easy to clean, and aesthetically pleasing to look at.
$10.50
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Salt and Pepper No4
Designed by Ron Gilad for Designfenzider's, this salt and pepper shaker–inspired by the mortar and pestle–sits on the line between the abstract and the functional.
$54.00
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Sal&
This salt and pepper set explores a new visual solution: one pot nestling on the other. The tactile pair can be displayed together or separately and is also available in glossy apple green.
$42.95
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Wobble
Subtly playful, these plump shakers rock gently back and forth when tipped. A weighted base keeps each glass balanced, ensuring they never fall over.
$32.00
