Most of us could probably use a good look at this map- or at least post it up somewhere prominent to remind ourselves that there are many other places in the world. Not trying to be philosophical here, just suggesting some perspective.

“This map doesn’t just look good, it also serves a useful purpose. It is an Equal Area Projection, meaning that all countries are in correct proportion to one another in terms of size. This is rare in global mapping: maps generally illustrate their “mother” country as disproportionately large. Available in two versions. Version 1: yellow to red to purple and Version 2: (limited edition) green to salmon to brown.”

$95.00

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Since the hottest months of the year are also the sunniest - the idea of using solar energy to power your air-conditioner makes perfect sense. In fact we’re frankly amazed that its taken so long to develop such an obviously good idea: SolCool’s super smart Millennia air-conditioner uses solar power to cool you down [...]

Designer Jenny Hwa began Loyale with a small yoga collection. Luckily for eco-fashion, she has branched out and grown her collection to include easy-wearing separates and breezy summer dresses. Made in the U.S. from sustainably sourced materials, such as bamboo and organic cotton, Loyale fits the bill this summer for your trip to [...]

Green is glamour for Sarah Hood, whose jewelry “is a constant exploration of the natural world. I hope to showcase the ordinary in extraordinary ways.” Her Organic line of necklaces and rings does just this, transforming the ordinary leaf, seedling, or acorn into an eye-catching piece of living adornment. The Seattle-based jewelry designer collects organic [...]

“This padded double bed has a unique design. The headboard continues the entire length of the bed to the footboard and folds back on itself to trace a highly original form resembling a paperclip. The headboard can adopt different inclinations. The bed can take all kinds of mattresses, with thicknesses varying from 6.5 cm to 17.5 cm, thanks to the adjustable support system. The fully removable covers can be chosen from a wide range of fabrics or leather. The proposal is completed with a side table, a lacquered structure.”

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I love that this shelf allows you to use a book as a bookend.

The shelf is available in two high gloss powder coated finishes, black or white. $95

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For all you graphically-minded designers out there, here’s your chance to shine: DesignBoom recently announced its latest design competition, Love Your Earth, which asks graphic designers to create a graphic artwork to raise awareness on global issues affecting the planet. The deadline is September 8, 2007, three winners will be awarded cash prizes, and a [...]

Something like this would certainly provide some stimulation whilst drinking your daily intake of H2O.

“The fantastic array of textures comes from printing them with random, everyday objects such as tape, thread, rubber and an orange net.”

2.75″Ø x 4.75″H

Porcelain.

Set of six.
$235.00

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It’s so nice to know there is modular furniture out there that can grow and change according to your needs. This system can be changed depending on how high or tall or wide you’d like it, simply by adding or taking away an individual unit. The photo shown here is one unit with a steel base (the doors are sold separately), but you could afford to buy this now as a tv stand (for example) and then add on later to make a bookcase. The back is completely finished as well, so you could also use it as a room divider if you went with buying a taller unit.

“The Sapporo Shelving System by Jesús Gasca combines the elegant minimalism of Japanese design with Spain?s technically refined modernism to produce a system of case goods that meets a multiplicity of needs in a gracious and flexible format…”

H 21″ W 47.5″ D 14″

$495.00

Transparent or Frosted doors, $88.00

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For anyone who has ever wanted one, now’s the time to purchase the larger version of Alexander Taylor’s Fold Lamp. I think we’ve posted this lamp three different times because we like it so much.

“This black table lamp is constructed from a powder-coated aluminum sheet folded into a traditional form and accented with a braided fabric cable and red cord.”

Size: 18″h. Base, 9″diam. Cord, 35″l

$340.00
$249.95 Sale
$224.95 Members

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