Vase
This new dual-colored vase expands on the original design created by Finnish icon Alvar Aalto. Made from lead-free crystal, the updated classic is as compelling now as it was at its debut at the 1937 Paris World Exhibition.
Dollhouse
Based on architect Andrew Gellar’s design, the A-Frame House by Christopher Robin Nordstrom mixes mid century design inspiration with an eco-friendly construction. If only finding a well designed life-size home were as easy and affordable as this.
Lamp
These refurbished wall lamps by Jasper van Grootel can be custom ordered in any RAL color, accomplished through a special rubber coating treatment. The resulting tactile quality and vibrant color range add new dimension to the once traditional sconces.
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Bicycle
Folding bikes are nothing new, but this version from Strida is the first to feature a revised geometry in several decades. Easy folding and storage, funky but fun styling, and a practical Kevlar belt drive system offer an alluring alternative to gridlock and bridge tolls.
Travel Bottles
These carry-on bottles by Paul Koh bring a little piece of mind amidst the turbulence of today’s travel. Leak-proof tops, ergonomic wide mouths, and medical grade silicone mean your only worry is how long your flight will be delayed.
Hose
A hose by any other name would work just as well, but this playful pink version from Target is much more sweet. Designed by Cynthia Rowley as part of the summer Whim collection, the bold color brings new life to an outdoor classic.
Media Cabinet
Flat-screen TVs were supposed to eliminate the need for media storage, but somehow the market seems more saturated than ever with consoles and cabinets. There are plenty of new-fangled glass and metal creations for you Mies enthusiasts, but fans of Ross Lovegrove are woefully short on tasteful choices. BDI’s Marina model should do the trick, mixing mid-century lines with a forward-thinking high-gloss finish.
Plates
Starved for interesting dinner conversation? Let these Chat Plates by Ikuko Nakazawa get things started for you. Derived from Japanese manga comics, the sets of small, medium, and large plates are both dishwasher and microwave safe.
Icon Clock
In corporate lingo, “iconic” is usually a thinly veiled way of saying, “We’ve replicated the biggest success stories of the past year.” In this case, Icon is a reference to the pixilated symbols that inspired this new clock from & Design. Made from ABS resin, the minimal timepiece comes in four different colorways.
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Voltaic solar bags
Interested in solar but don’t know where to begin? Start with your accessories. Voltaic bags are mobile power generators made from recycled PET (soda bottles) that offer a stylish and sustainable solution to charging all those gadgets that you just can’t live without. No longer do you need to feel guilty about your bag fetish or excessive iPod use.
Coffee Table
Arik Levy
Seemingly inspired by a Bundt pan, this Wire Table by Arik Levy is part of a series for Zanotta; available in black, red, orange, or white. The other style is taller and leaner—more of an occasional table—and more reminiscent of a jellyfish than a pineapple upside down cake. Speaking of which, we can also imagine this as a patio tea table, especially since it’s made of coated-steel with a glass top.
Wine Rack
Wine racks are one of those home accessories bought in moments of sophisticated yearning and cultured optimism, but often only succeed in taking up valuable kitchen real estate. The Six-Pack Wine Rack from Etcetera Goods not only has a catchy name, it’s also made from 100% industrial wool felt and collapses when not in use.
Pillows
By Amenity
According to a study at the University of Manchester, the typical pillow contains more than a million fungal spores. There’s only one word for that: gnarly. But before you turn into a homespun Howard Hughes, maybe it’s just time to order some new pillows—and what better than these hand-silk-screened, 100-percent Belgian-linen beauts?
Ventless Fireplace
If you’re like us, you love a glowing hearth but hate carrying wood. Over the last few years an alternative has emerged: the ventless fireplace. The Blomus Chimo burns ethanol from a shallow reservoir. Because the fuel is entirely burned away, and therefore does not require a chimney, the fireplace can be mounted anywhere. Ethanol is made from corn and potatoes, and is generally considered a clean fuel.
Speakers
Put in your preorder for the Macbook Air and already looking for the next iconic acquisition? A laptop that sexy deserves equally attractive accessories, such as these unique desktop speakers from Russian studio Art Lebedev. Drawing their shape from the Apple icon for sound, the Sonicum sound system is the perfect complement to any Mac.