Dwell’s Top 20 Products of 2019
You shopped, we listened. Read on to see the most cherished goods chosen by Dwell readers this year.
East Fork The Mug
Mugs tend to pile up in your cupboard. You get one from a gift shop at a National Park, another at a holiday gift exchange, another at a craft fair. Like your stuffed animals when you were a kid, you take turns using each one cuz you kinda feel bad for them. Until this one came along. This is the mug that you'll want to use every single day. Trust us. Live with others? Get a few. They'll want to use it, too.
ShopMarimekko Orkanen Queen Sheet Set
The grey and white Orkanen sheet set is made with 300-thread-count 100% cotton percale for a smooth, crisp feel. The set includes a flat sheet and a fitted sheet and two standard pillow cases.
ShopClassic Bed
Thoughtfully designed and crafted to elevate any sleeping space, this platform bed includes a natural walnut colored frame with a PillowBoard and cushion-coated slats.
ShopDesign Within Reach Neutra Modern House Numbers
In 2001, renowned design studio House Industries partnered with the estate of late architect Richard Neutra – whose notable projects include the Kaufmann House (1947) in Palm Springs, the Lovell Health House (1929) in Los Angeles and the Kronish House (1955) in Beverly Hills, among others – to create a set of fonts based on the geometric letterforms Neutra specified for many of his residential houses and commercial buildings. The resulting font family, Neutraface, became an integral part of the new millennium’s typographic landscape. Rendered directly from the Neutraface outlines, precision-crafted Neutra House Numbers (1930s) bring a piece of the Neutra aesthetic to any residential or commercial space. Designed for visibility, these robust house numbers mount approximately 0.75" off the wall to cast subtle shadows. Each includes extensive installation instructions and a full-scale drilling template to eliminate any guesswork, and the mounting hardware is hidden when installed properly. Made in China.
ShopAvocado Green Pillow
Our non-toxic pillow has a customizable GOLS organic certified latex and GOTS organic certified kapok fill. The fill is stuffed within an inner organic jersey cotton liner. The liner lives inside a machine-washable, zippered GOTS organic certified quilted cotton cover. Our Green Pillow delivers a natural, fresh, medium-plush feel. GREENGUARD Gold certified, vegan, and handmade in Los Angeles. Pillow sold with an extra fill bag for simple, customized comfort.
ShopEldon Solid Color Sheet Set
Spruce up your teen’s restful retreat with this essential sheet set, including a fitted sheet, a flat sheet, and pillowcase(s). Crafted from brushed microfiber, it fosters an inviting atmosphere while resisting wrinkling, staining, and fading to keep the ensemble looking crisp. This set is also hypoallergenic and non-pilling, so your teen can focus on snoozing. When laundry day rolls around, simply toss everything into the washing machine for fuss-free upkeep. Photo Courtesy of Birch Lane
ShopYamazaki Wood-Handled Dish Rack
You wash, I’ll dry. We finally found it! A dish rack that looks neat on your countertop and (dare we say) is good looking. The Japanese design is minimalist: a white steel frame with walnut handles. The open design has slots to stand up plates and cutting boards, or fill it with pots, pans, and bowls. The plastic utensil container hangs over any of the sides and has lots of holes in the bottom for drainage; it’s removable for scrubbing away soapy buildup. And the high-sided, white plastic drainage tray keeps water from puddling all over your countertops. No more fighting who washes and who dries—this countertop staple will eliminate half the work! Photography by James Ransom/Food52.
ShopAfteroom Story Bookcase
Book storage is difficult in small spaces. With a small footprint, and discreet frame, Story Bookcase was designed to make the most of your space and show off books and other collectibles. “We simply want to create things people won’t get rid of,” says Story designer Chen-Yen. In creating the Story Bookcase (2017), they brought a new twist to vertical book storage. Story allows you to shift and rotate the shelves to suit your space's needs. Made in Taiwan.
ShopWild One Toy Kit
Tug, toss, and chew your heart out. Bundle our Triangle Tug, Twist Toss, and Bolt Bite, and get all the Wild One toys your dog will love. Made with 100% natural rubber, 100% organic cotton, and designed so you don’t have to compromise on aesthetics or functionality. Each toy has a reinforced core for added strength and thoughtful design features to heighten engagement - a perfect toy set for puppies.
ShopParachute Down Alternative Side Sleeper Pillow
Break the wake, flip and fluff cycle of side sleeping on a regular pillow. Our medium-density side sleeper pillow offers unparalleled support and perfect plushness. Meticulously designed with a 3.5 inch gusset to take the strain off your neck and shoulders while you rest, and stuffed with our fluffy and 100% hypoallergenic down alternative fill for a deluxe sleep experience.
ShopBamboozle Bamboo Compost Bin
A modern compost bin that eliminates food waste and looks damn good in the process. For nearly everyone, food waste is an inevitable part of daily life. Rather than tossing it in the trash to get shuttled off to a landfill, the Composter is there to help you sort your food waste before tossing it in your compost bin or your own compost pile. The modern design and handsome construction allows the Composter to perfectly blend in on any countertop, and is built from dishwasher-safe bamboo for easy cleaning.
ShopWorld Market Blush and Charcoal Geometric Wool Kilim Calypso Area Rug
Handwoven of wool with a geometric design in blush and charcoal-gray, our exclusive kilim area rug has a striking mixed texture with raised shaggy stripes that feel amazing underfoot. Rose-gold metallic thread is a sophisticated addition to this eclectic rug, with ivory fringe providing the finishing touch. Handcrafted of wool, cotton and Lurex Due to handcrafting, slight variations may occur Recommended for use with a World Market Rug Pad, sold separately Professional cleaning only World Market exclusive Find inspiration in our Rug Buying Guides Made in India 5'W x 8'L, 21 lbs. 8'W x 10'L, 42 lbs. Photo Courtesy of World Market
ShopAvocado Green Mattress
Our natural hybrid latex mattress features GOLS organic certified latex, 100% GOTS organic certified wool, 100% GOTS organic certified cotton and up to 1,414 individually pocketed support coils arranged in 5 strategic zones. A GOTS organic certified product. Rather than use glues to bind the layers, it's hand tufted using needles. No polyester, polyurethane foams or fire retardants are used. Or explore our Vegan Mattress made without wool. All certifications are public and in our brand name for trust and transparency. Handmade in Los Angeles. 1% of all revenues support environmental nonprofits via 1% for the Planet®. 1 year risk-free mattress trials and 25-year limited warranty. World's only Climate Neutral Certified® mattress brand, with "net zero" carbon emissions from our farms to your bedroom. Queen size pricing reflected.
ShopBuffy Breeze Sheet Set
Wrap yourself in naturally soft, naturally-dyed sheets. Move over, cotton! Our cool-to-the-touch eucalyptus fabric is more breathable than cotton and softer than linen. You might be tempted to never take them off your bed, but our sheets are designed to get softer after every wash. Soft on you, soft on the earth. Our eucalyptus is grown in Austria using 10x less water than cotton. To dye our sheets, we only use a handful of natural ingredients, like gardenia and pomegranate. Meaning no bleach or harsh chemicals here!
ShopBuffy Cloud Pillow
Soft yet supportive—a pillow for every sleeper. Pick your firmness! Our standard-sized pillow comes in three fill levels to hug your head just the way you like it. Choose softer if you like some plush give, medium if you want something balanced, or firmer for extra support. Feel good fluff. Filled with recycled, airblown fiber—and covered in breathable 100% eucalyptus fabric that's naturally softer and more earth-friendly than cotton.
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