Portland based company WWI makes these beautiful sheepskin covers designed specifically to compliment your Eames chairs. These warm, stylish and toosh-friendly additions to the iconic pieces are especially nice if you are using an Eames chair while working at the desk. Each sheepskin is cut to the the same shape and size for consistency. The material used for the pieces derived as a bi-product of the meat industry. Both armchair and side chair covers are available. Wishlisted.
Robok Shelf is a slim modular design created by German Studio Komat. Multifunctional and amazingly compact, the piece allows you to use every inch of your wall space, and do that with style. The oak base attaches to the wall, and interchangeable metal hooks and hangers can be slid to create a storage solution you need. The elements can be moved around any way you like, their own weight keeping them in place. You can fit several Roboks next to each other, make them go round corners or hang them one above the other. And no matter which option you choose, the screws are always hidden. The shelf is available in two lengths with four different hook-and-bow configurations.
Micro Compact Home is an example of a student project that went sensationally well. A Munich Tech University professor Richard Horden, who is also chairman of the architectural practice in London, gave an assignment to his students to create a modern nomadic dwelling, suitable for a dorm alternative. After a series of prototypes, they came up with these clever capsules that allow both closeness to nature and privacy. Each micro compact home is fully equipped with the latest technology, so there are no compromises in terms of the quality of living. You get two double beds, sliding table, storage, shower and toilet cubicle, flat screen tv, kitchen with all the latest appliances, plus air conditioning, water heating, fire alarm and smoke detectors. The dwellings are preassembled and shipped worldwide. See more photos after the break.
– Holy wow. Nokia phone stops a bullet and saves a police officer.
– Beautiful drawings – the landscape alphabet.
– Elastic Living – a brilliant concept by Angelo Roventa (thank you, Heiner).
– Gummy bear chandelier – what will they think of next…
– Fantastic anti-bullying campaign – Revenge of the Nerds.
– The oldest living things in the world – fascinating project.
– Mind-blowing. A musical instrument built according to a 500-Year-Old Leonardo Da Vinci sketch.
– Hilarious reactions of kids to portable cassette players.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend, guys!
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Hong Kong-based designer Hao Ruan of LYCS Architecture has created CATable, an unusual desk featuring a series of tunnels for your cat. These openings and tunnels are handmade and follow the ergonomics of a cat. The intention was to allow pet owners to share their workspace with their feline friends. “It is a table for us, and a paradise for cats,” – says the designer. Who knows maybe your cat will be so touched by this thoughtful design that she even stops sitting on your keyboard.
I never would have thought that such a prosaic thing as a broom holder could be so aesthetically pleasing. Pennsilvania based studio Minam created this little storage item to improve on a traditional broom holder idea. The piece is attractive enough to allow storing the broom on the wall for easy access. Available for purchase here.
Since we’re on the subject of workspace organization, consider this clever item – Lifta. This minimalist desk organizer serves three purposes at once: it lifts your computer to the proper ergonomic height, offers a place to store peripherals, and keeps your desk tidy. It also looks rather nice, showing the beautiful grain of natural wood. The piece comes in thee finishes – Baltic birch plywood, ash and oak. Wishlisted.
MeetMyDesk is an attractive minimalist piece created by Danish designer Frederic Alexander Werner. I like how ample storage is in this small workspace. The desk features a drawer, paper compartment and a transportable box. The frame is made of solid Danish ash, the surface is covered by durable laminate, and the legs are made of powder coated steel. A beautiful piece for a small home office.
Brilliant folks at Normal Projects, whose work I featured in some of my previous posts, shared their latest space-saving invention – Partywall. Designed for a private apartment in Chelsea, New York, this clever solution turns an entryway into an elegant entertaining area, complete with bar, tap, refrigerator, humidor for cigars, wine cabinet and lots of storage. Here is how designers describe their creation: “Part wallflower, part party animal. A multiple personality appliance for entertaining with a few surprises up its sleeves.” Indeed. My favorite element is the sliding panel that reveals a dining table. Walnut burl cabinetry with integral LED lighting adds a luxurious touch to the entire piece. See more photos after the break.
– Chilling app reveals security cameras all around you.
– How to moonwalk. Nice!
– Light is time – a stunning light installation in Milan.
– This minimalist background noise website is adorable (via swissmiss).
– A new way to tie your tie – pretty neat.
Have a fantastic weekend, everybody!
