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I always found it difficult to reconcile the two disparate worlds of print and on-screen design, mainly because of the different unit of measurements. Math and designers never quite go well together. In comes the Pixel Ruler from UI Stencils and suddenly my sketches make sense as on screen graphics. Now if only they would put some MM measurements on the other edge and I would gladly throw all my other rulers away. Buy yours today for USD 24 at UI Stencils.

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Bang & Olufsen has always managed to tread the beautiful line between technically advance products with amazing design aesthetics. With the announcement of the Beoplay A9, they are cementing their position as the company to beat when to comes to lust-worthy speakers. Now… to decide which wall or corner to put my new speakers…

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Chen Chen and Kai Williams, the Brooklyn-based duo behind Chen-Williams shows us how anyone can own authentic, home-made bookends full of stories, and… well… stones and stuff. via CoolHunting

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This concrete rollerball pen from 22 Design Studio has ridges that will start to disintegrate as you use it, conforming to your grip. Plus… its made entirely out of concrete. How much cooler of a pen do you need?

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Amongst the pages of cutesy and functional stationaries that Midori produces and designs, the brass collection is a stand out for me. It is amazingly simple and artisanal and beautifully crafted.

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Japanese designer seems to all have the talent to distill an idea to the essence and then add that drop of embellishment to it that makes the product simply desirable. Oji Masanori is exactly such a talent. He’s products are simple, thoughtful, but at the same time, extremely precious and luxurious. Everything from a child-safe table corner bumper in buttery leather instead of the usual rubber  to a trivet that looks as good as it is useful, Oji’s eye and idea of everyday object can do no wrong…








 

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In a macabre twist to the Russian nesting dolls, Dutch designer Mianne Devries shows us how curiosity killed the vase, so the reveal the second layer within.

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Your pen is all over the place and always getting lost? Worry not! Peter Jakubik’s lasercut plywood penstand will make sure you find your pen, big or small, anytime you need them.

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Everyone needs a pair of Googly Eyes, to give any inanimate object instant love and character. Selling for USD 7 at Archie McPhee.

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These half rattan, half plastic bins designed by Cordula Kehrer exemplify how simply thought can elevate the most basic materials into something that is equal parts thought provoking and socially conscious. Available at AREAWARE, in collaboration with fair trade NGO Preda.

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Tthe Floating Mug intends to solve the problem if cup rings forever by bringing along it’s own coaster joined by the handle.  Created by Tigere Chiriga and now available on Kickstarter.

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Jacques-elie Ribeyron specialises in over-the-top excessively luxurious tools for simple tasks, elevating cheese cutting and chocolate breaking to new ritualistic highs.

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Six young students from Benneton’s Treviso-based ‘tallent incubator’, also known as Fabrica, have recently realised this collection of delicate glass objects for the Italian design gallery Secondome. The limited-edition pieces were presented earlier this year at Milan’s Salone del Mobile.

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Sexy sound instruments company Molami creates seriously lust-worthy headphones and earphones for the uncompromising fashion crowd. Utilising materials like silk and napa leather, every detail is considered and resolved.

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A beautifully wooden, simply lit chandelier by Mikko Paakkanen for Finish furniture company Nikari.

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Where materials speak louder than design, brown glass and wooden accents sets the mood for Restoration Hardware range of candles and home scents.

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I would love hold my food in a silicone leaf, sitting on the grass amongst rolling hills. Designed by Nao Tamura, on sale at the MoMA store.

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Slim Timber makes the most beautiful wallets out of Maple and Walnut. Is that a wooden wallet in your pocket? Or are you just happy to see me? ;)

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In case someone sees me in my towel, I would like to pixelate my privates please. Thanks Carmichael Collective!

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You know those annoying circular marks that glasses leave behind, because of the condensation from the cold drinks? Well, the Sakura Glass by designer Hironao Tsuboi is not a solution for it. But if there if  there is no way to get rid of them, might as well make them pretty! Right?

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