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2 new mailboxes from DWR.

The cylindrical Cadrona Mailbox is divided into two compartments: The top half is an easy-access dock for newspapers while the bottom compartment keeps letters and small packages hidden and protected. The lower compartment is accessed by lifting the top. The red powder coating applied over its galvanized steel body helps ensure complete rust protection from the elements, but we also like how it serves as a marker for a residence. This mailbox holds A4-size mail and small parcels. — from DWR

Price $380

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Designer
Frank Samuels
Designer Frank Samuels created his Premier Mailbox (2006) in response to customer requests for modern, yet functional, mailboxes. Drawing on his experience in the New Zealand architecture and landscaping scene, Samuels created a mailbox that’s simple and understated, but also smartly made. Ready to stand up to anything Mother Nature (and the postman) can deliver, the durable and weatherproof design is crafted of stainless steel and cedar plywood that’s protected with three coats UV-protective sealer. The front slot accepts up to A4-size mail. Small parcels can be delivered by lifting the back panel, which is also how mail is retrieved. Secured with a non-locking quick latch. Support post not included.– from DWR

Price $380

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For all the font nerds.

Anyone who has spent lots of time trying to get a research paper to fit within the parameters required by this or that instructor has fudged margins and fonts to achieve a barely passing grade. So you go to the fonts menu and try the various styles available. That’s how I first came to know of Helvetica, during one of those all-nighters trying to finish a paper. It’s appropriate that this homage to the classic font takes the shape of a coffee mug. I spent many over-caffeinated nights with bleary eyes looking at the sans serif characters. — from Veer

Price $18
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Cool square planter.

Floating planter 15″ x 36″ or 15″ x 48″. Stainless steel base and powder coated metal. Planter available in White, Aqua, Black, Orange, Yellow and mustard green. — from PS Mod Home

Price $650-$750
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Take that Decepticons.


from Design and Comfort
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Wood’s almost as popular as birds these days.

NEW! Innovative, stylish and functional, this exclusive line of roller shades cuts down on glare while allowing plenty of natural light to filter through. The materials are intricate and delicate to the eye, yet incredibly strong and durable. — from The Shade Store

Price $245
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For when you have the chicks over and you don’t want them to know you got a kid, ya know?

NettoCollection - Loft Changer. Easy-access storage. Concealed drawer hides changing essentials. Removable changing table partitions create a tray-topped cabinet. Cherry stained ash and white lacquer. Felt Basket and Changing Pad sold separately. NettoCollection sees the health of our children as inseparable from the health of our planet and cares deeply about both. NettoCollection uses only sustainably harvested wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. All their composite materials meet the stringent European “E1” toxicity standards. Netto’s finishes are nontoxic and non-VOC emitting. — from 2Modern

Price $1650
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When you break it, I wonder if the real person dies in real life? I bet not.

A real talking point around the dinner table. Each plate has an anonymous figure in silhouette. Underneath, there are details of when and where that figure was photographed. The eater is encouraged to stop for a moment, and contemplate the hidden world emerging on his or her plate. — from freshwest design.

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Oh my.

Royal-Lo Leather

A comfortable low cut canvas upper crafted in vintage style features a rubber toe cap, stitching accents, full lace up front, and Pro-Keds logo detail. Other comfort features include a soft fabric lining and cushioned insole. A vulcanized rubber midsole, textured toe bumper, and classic style rubber outsole pattern add to this shoe’s legendary status. — from Pro-Keds

Price $65
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If I wasn’t so tough I might be into these.

Show your special someone how deep your love is by gifting her a tear of joy that she saved you from the abyss of loneliness. Real men don’t cry, but we can certainly have objects that symbolize our deep feelings. It’s easier than pretending something got caught in your eye. These vases come in several wood veneers and will add extra significance to any bouquet. — at Design Public

Price $60
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It’s like half planter half boat.

This is the most striking piece in the collection. Designed by John Follis, this planter comes with an oiled walnut base. It would look amazing along an entryway wall..or a large counter. Simply amazing and our favorite. — from Velocity Art and Design.

Price $1695.00

Yes it is.

Go retro with this white acrylic covered with 70’s style fake wood wallclock. White silk-screened face and battery operated (not included). Dimensions: 9” x 16” Color: “faux” walnut. from Velocity Art and Design

Price $64.00

Is it a problem that I although I love this table, I wouldn’t get it b/c my dog loves to jump on the coffee table and if he jumped on the end of this he’d tip it?

In a 1956 cover story in Time magazine, Eero Saarinen said he was designing a collection to “clear up the slum of legs in the U.S. home.” Later that year, he completed his Pedestal Table and Tulip Chair Collection and obliterated the “slum” by creating a cast aluminum base inspired by a drop of high-viscosity liquid. These pieces went into production in 1957, and to celebrate their 50th Anniversary, every table ordered between August 1, 2007 and August 1, 2008 will ship with an anniversary medallion and a commemorative edition of the certificate of authenticity. Also honoring the occasion is a tabletop in rosewood veneer that’s harvested from sustainable resources. Due to the natural variations in the grain pattern of this wood, every tabletop will be unique and will not be identical to tables shown. The base is available in a black or white abrasion-resistant rilsan finish. Pedestal Tables come in a variety of materials (veneer, marble and laminate) and sizes (side, coffee and 35″-96″ dining tables). Each piece is stamped with the KnollStudio logo and the designer’s signature. This table is manufactured by Knoll¿ according to the original and exacting specifications of the designer. Made in Italy. — From DWR

Price $2,003
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