For a company famous for its toasters, Dualit is going modern - while staying a bit retro in design. The Dualit Digital Radio has a rechargeable NiMH battery, timer, alarm with snooze and sleep options, cast aluminum casing, and an aux in for the iPod. Put it next to the bed, in the home office - take it on the road. We like it. Enjoy. $225.00. BUY
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July 15, 2008at
5:30 am
Status symbols indeed. These British cufflinks send just the message you’re looking for - Desperate, Adulterous, Divorced, Married, Available, Swinger, Curious and many more. Hell - you may find yourself changing them throughout an evening. Quickly turn the knob to fend off the over-the-hill cougar, or turn it to bait her - whichever you prefer. $140. BUY
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Article tags: Cufflinks, Curious, Divorce, Marriage, Status Cufflinks, Tateossian
July 8, 2008at
5:47 am
In case you couldn’t tell, we’re not ones to skimp on the home-front. So why skimp when it comes to the address? Weston Letters makes “Architectural Numbers” which are custom made to your liking. Checkout the fonts, metals, finishes - and easily customize it online. Instructions et al, online. Kick it up a notch. Around $200 BUY
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Article tags: Address Numbers, Architectural Numbers, Design, Metalwork
June 9, 2008at
5:35 am
Consider it an updated version of the Economist. Monocle Magazine, put out by our friends across the pond publishes 10 issues a year. Started just over a year ago, the magazine hired editors from the New York Times, the BBC, and others. The online version is edited by the founder of Wallpaper Magazine, and a former International Herald Tribune Columnist. Main sections include Affairs, Business, Culture and Design. Not a flimsy magazine, at around 200 pages. SUBSCRIBE £75.
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Article tags: Economist, Magazine, Monocle, Publication
June 2, 2008at
5:56 am
For the all weather chez lounge try Room and Board’s Montecito in Espresso. If you are fortunate enough to have a pool or deck to put this on - we think it looks relaxing, and covers all the bases. Weatherproof wicker and cushions, as well as an adjustable back with storage compartment - this will last you a long time. Grab a drink, lay down - take a nap. You deserve it. $1700 BUY
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Article tags: Chez Lounge, Furniture, Modern Design, Pool, Room and Board
May 16, 2008at
5:43 am
The Otto Collection Bar Set includes a decanter, tumbler, high ball , and vodka glasses. Imported from England and Dishwasher safe. Each piece has solid glass base for that heavy feel. Fill the decanter with your favorite, and put the quartet in your living room or home office. $115 for the whole set, or break it up and purchase individually. BUY
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Article tags: Bar, Decanter, Den, Dining, Glasses, Highball, Home Office, Scotch, Whisky
May 14, 2008at
12:06 pm
Looking for a razor and brush? Grab something that will last a long time. The Art of Shaving introduced this compact set made of authentic horn selected for its pattern. They even balanced the unit out perfectly, so it’s that much tougher to knock it over when you’re a bit bleary eyed in the morning. Mach 3 razors fit, though Gillette Fusion blade fitting sets are available as well. Brush is made of badger hair and shaving soap available with instructions for the perfect lather. Step it up a notch. $550 BUY
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May 2, 2008at
12:26 pm
Cappellini’s Medicine Cabinet was designed by Thomas Ericksson. The flap door is lined with a mirror and it is constructed of laquer metal. The only problem is it was such great design - it is now seen as an art piece, and part of the New York Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection. The “piece” is from 1992 but the company is still selling them. Does all that justify a $650 pricetag? Depends on your priorities. BUY
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Article tags: Art, Emergency Kit, Medicine Cabinet, Red Cross
April 23, 2008at
7:26 pm

The Perno Floor Lamp has become a hot item at Williams Sonoma Home. It’s adjustable 15″ in height to place light exactly where you need it. Linen drum shade with white diffuser and polished nickel finish. Most importantly, you save $263 by getting the exact same thing via CSN Lighting through Amazon. While we’re all about great looking and functional furniture, home tech and art - saving $263 is never bad. BUY (the better deal)
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Article tags: Floor Lamp, Furniture, Lamp, Lighting, Nickel, Williams Sonoma
April 23, 2008at
5:35 am
Canadian Intelligent Form Design came up with an outdoor table that charges your laptop, iPod etc. using the solar panel surface. You can access battery info etc about the table using bluetooth, and at night, the whole thing glows with internal LED lights. USB plug and normal three prong wall plugs are built in. Perfect for a deck, or out by a pool - we want one. $14,000. BUY
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Article tags: Charger, Green, iPod, Laptop, Solar, Solo, Table
April 22, 2008at
12:37 pm
Modern Cabana has designed a prefabricated bungalow for your backyard, beach, or wherever you need a cool roof over your head. These cabanas include everything you need to build a modern room. Can be assembled over a weekend. Use it as an office, a gallery, a conservatory, a music sanctuary, a guest cottage (they have large sizes). Go nuts as we say. Models start at $9,500. BUY
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Article tags: Bungalow, Cabana, Cottage, Home Office, Modern Cabana
April 21, 2008at
12:04 pm
Kos Italian Bath specialists have come up with some great designs, and they keep it up with their Waterwall shower. A waterfall backed by a single pane of glass and a wood slat floor. Those 5 rings are back jets - for the ultimate shower. And almost every part of it is customizable. KOS
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April 17, 2008at
12:07 pm
Siedle makes the best looking, and well engineered intercom’s on the market. They’ve stuck with their classic style and come out with a whole line of home intercoms with any option you want, including fingerprint entry, cameras, card readers, code locks, lights etc. Big already in Europe, they are making their way over here to the U.S. If you’re in the market - don’t pass them up. Engineering at its best. From $250. BUY
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Article tags: Doorbell, Intercom, Telephone
April 15, 2008at
12:43 pm