Smart notebook design made just for architects. A:LOG is a gridded notebook perfect for sketching to scale, and it includes handy references to useful sizes and dimensions for interior layouts. Made by three classmates at Columbia’s Graduate School of Architecture Preservation and Planning.
Purchase via Kickstarter for about $25.
(*via Cool Hunting)
Brilliant and simple design for a shelf by LAIN, based in Spain.
LAIN is composed of only 3 shelves and 4 rods and 12 safety stops. This developed using an anchoring system based on the tensions exerted on the parts, avoiding additional fixing elements such as screws or adhesives and use of assembly tools.
Its packaging is part of the assembly process making it more comfortable and intuitive.
The materials used are totally respectful of the environment.
Project undertaken with Laura Caceres(http://cargocollective.com/lauracaceres)
(*via Notcot)
I love this!! DRAWNIMAL is brilliant — and such a wonderful way to re-imagine a playful use of the iPad or iPhone. Watch this short video for a really cool demo.
(*via Co.Design)
Grain is now offering these beautiful handwoven pillows and bath towels, made in collaboration with artists in Guatemala. The colors are produced through a natural dye process using leaves, flowers, seeds, barks, and roots of indigenous plants of the Guatemalan Highlands. Prices range from $18-145.
How amazing is this! An actual tent, called “Fully Booked“, by FIELDCANDY. It’s well constructed too — not just a fun showpiece. This is a limited run of 195, made in England and available for about $750 USD.
FIELDCANDY makes a whole assortment of fun tent designs, check their site for more.
(Thanks Nina for the link!)
Falconwright pouches/wallets/clutches are screen printed and handmade in Toronto.
Available from Need Supply in these yummy tones. Prices range from $48-68.
My pal Jessa Blades put me on to the lovely online pop-up shop, QUITOKEETO. It’s a lovely place to visit and has an interesting business model. They pop-up with a few select items for sale every “now and then, when the stars align, and the products are just right.” Their shop will feature any assortment of personal or home goods, all carefully chosen by owners Heidi Swanson (of cooking fame) and Wayne Bremser. Sign up for their newsletter to be informed when new releases are announced. Great place to look for one special gift.
Here are a few of the current treasures available. Above Midori Brass Pen Case ($67). Below, Brass Ballerina Bowl ($65), Young Cedar Chopsticks ($55) and Frazer Parfume Solide Rose & Tuberose ($68).
I love the latest work from Bario Neal, the Philly-based jewelry design studio. All of their pieces are made from reclaimed precious metals and ethically sourced stones.
They have an online shop full of beautiful wedding bands, engagement rings, earrings, bracelets and pendants. They are also available for custom work.
Above, enamel bracelet in yellow gold, $315.
Below, sapphire slice earrings, $500. Senna round ring with rough diamond, $740. Narrow band with diamond, $390. Herringbone pendant, $64. Boma hoops, $104.
(*via Unruly Things)
Pieces from the Israeli design team led by Ronen Bavli, Magenta Studio. Images via Design Milk.
This qualifies as over-achieving but if you’re inclined, Design Sponge posted a complete how-to for embroidering this constellation table runner. Get to it people!
