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Klipy Kitchen Tools

I love entertaining, whether on holidays, birthdays or simply on the weekend, there’s nothing like passing time with family and friends. However, as a city dweller it’s sometimes a bit challenging as space is quite compact, which is why I prefer items that are designed with functionality and a small footprint in mind.

Today, I’m going to share two wonderful kitchen tools that will make my life (and yours) a lot easier. One is a cake divider, the other, a compact dish drainer – designed by industrial designer Guy Klipshtein from Klipy Studio. Continue reading

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Around Clock

The Around Clock is an analog clock that displays the time on a cylinder as opposed to a traditional flat face. It has a very clean and minimalistic design that grabs your attention and invites you to experience telling the time in a brand new way. The Around Clock has a contemporary aluminum finish and its numbers and marks are displayed in clear and bold black font. I particularly like the arm which is bright red and made from a solid cable like material. The arm gently rotates around the cylinder to indicate the time. Continue reading

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Blom Lamp

The Blom Table Lamp is an exquisitely designed light fixture that is composed of small petal like pieces. Just like in a flower, the petals gently intertwine to create a beautiful whole. This modern design was inspired by nature and specifically by the process of growth which triggers the emergence of shapes in nature. Continue reading

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S Urban Bench

The S Urban bench is an award-winning design created by Madrid-based Veronica Martinez. The design was inspired by nature and specifically by the soft spiral movements that can be seen in so many growing elements such as plants and flowers. For this reason, the shape symbolizes regeneration and constant movement. The subtle flow of the S Urban bench is truly exceptional and Martinez created it in three different mediums- solid surface, wood and Cor-Ten steel. Continue reading

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Ang flower Vase

I love flowers and I love having a flower arrangement on my dining room table. I think the Ang Flower Vase is absolutely fantastic since it makes arranging the flowers really easy and it displays them so that they look their very best. Unlike regular vases, the Ang Vase has a broad bracket that supports the flowers and gives you a lot of freedom to arrange them the way you want. Best of all, it has an exquisite design. It is made from mouth-blown glass combined with brass and is certain to compliment the design of any home. Continue reading

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Blow up Collection: Lighthearted Luxury

Happy days are here again! Upon seeing signs of growth in our economy, many of us are expressing ourselves with unrestrained and bright colors. This quirky collection designed by Celine Godin for Jardin de Ville is a great way to add a sophisticated yet playful design element to your space. Continue reading

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World Clock

The 11+ World Clock transforms the relatively mundane task of calculating time zone differences into an interactive and highly aesthetic experience. The Clock has a unique cylindrical design that displays 24 of the world’s top cities in 12 different time zones. In order to move between the time zones, users need to select a particular city and then roll the Clock to see the local time in that city. This playful interaction between users and design truly redefines the traditional functionality of a clock and introduces a new way of looking at our global village. Continue reading

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Okum Desk

The Okum Desk is a designer piece that was created with the needs to the modern user in mind. In its minimalistic design, the Okum Desk offers an inviting space for users to place their electronic devices, store their papers and have plenty of working room to write and create. The Okum Desk was also made with attention to the human body and its form. Its design is ergonomically sensitive and as such it has a soft, slated ledge that eliminates any abrupt edges. Continue reading

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Sucabaruca Coffee Set

The Sucabaruca Coffee Set is an exquisitely hand-made set that gives the ancient ritual of coffee making a modern twist. The Sucabaruca is made from white Porcelain and consists of a coffee pot, a funnel, three cups and a tray. A wonderful feature of the design is that you can play around with the layout of the set- the filter and cups can be mounted on top of the pot or elegantly set around it. Continue reading

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NI Parasol

The NI Parasol by Foxcat Design is a fabulous invention that combines a parasol and a garden torch. Its design is absolutely outstanding and it adds a touch of class and finesse to its environment. Imagine sitting on your patio or in your garden and having the NI Parasol light it up. Best of all, it comes with three different lighting options so that you can easily adjust the brightness and set the perfect mood every time. Continue reading