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Herman Miller Finally Creates The Eames' Dream Plywood Chair

Photo by Taka Before Herman Miller released the now-iconic Eames Molded Plastic Chair in 1950, Charles and Ray Eames toiled for years to create what was meant to be a thrifty plywood side chair. But sheets of veneer couldn't sustain ...READ MORE

A Lens Case From Pretty Mundane Objects Is Anything But

courtesy of beverly moon Every email from product designer Beverly Moon ends with "Thanks for believing in refining the everyday." That pretty well summarizes Pretty Mundane Objects, her plan to redesign one tired, ubiquitous item a ...READ MORE

The CSYS, A High-Tech Desk Lamp Inspired By Elevators, Science, And Apple

Jake Dyson talks about the inspiration behind his sleek desk lamp that won't droop or dimREAD MORE

Classic Manual Tools That Bring The Pleasure Back To Handmade Goods

Photos by David Yellen, Prop styling: peter tran for igroup Motors may be more efficient than human muscle, but there's still plenty we can do better than our electricity-driven replacements--especially with this classic equipment. ...READ MORE

Alessi Trays Made In Italy, But Designed In China

Photo by Taka "Made in China" is a phrase we hear every day; "designed in China," not so much. To explore the growing world of Chinese design, Italian house Alessi asked prominent Chinese architects to create a collection of trays ...READ MORE

How Swimsuits Evolved From Wool Dresses To Exotic, Itsy-Bitsy Bikinis

The history of American social mores is woven into swimwear--shrinking from full-body dresses to today's African inspiration.READ MORE

The Best Sleek And Functional Tools For The Savvy Cyclist

For the city cyclist, bike accessories have three requirements: work well, look good, and ward off theft. Secure your wheels with these sleek tools.READ MORE

A Sophisticated New Design Collection From MoMA, Inspired By Mexico's Rich History

Mexico's history may be most visibly distilled into tchotchkes for tourists, but a growing local community of designers is using it for more sophisticated inspiration.READ MORE

Yves Béhar and Assaf Wand Do A Sleek Take On Baby Boomer Staples

Sabi--a Japanese term for beauty that comes with age--is the collaborative brainchild of entrepreneur Assaf Wand and Fuseproject's Yves Béhar. READ MORE

Pulpop: An Eco-Friendly Speaker Made From Old Apple Computer Packaging

The Pulpop, as it's called, looks nothing like an audio speaker--but that's what it is. READ MORE

Oakley's Radarlock Sunglasses Feature Lenses That Pop Out Like Doors

For the easy-to-use lock on its new shades, Oakley studied the mechanisms of car doors.READ MORE

Black + Blum Design A Better Water Bottle, Complete WIth A Giant Charcoal Stick

Black + Blum goes back to basics with a military canteen-inspired bottle.READ MORE

These Luxurious 3-D Wallpapers Are Lush With Beads, Glittery Sand, And Even Grasses

Once reserved for trendy commercial spaces, three-dimensional wallpaper is now the go-to tool for home designers wanting to make a luxe statement. As these category standouts prove, the value is all in the details.READ MORE

How Windowfarms Turned DIY Recycled-Bottle Planters Into A Blossoming Business

Britta Riley turned a DIY project into a business with the help of a thriving online community.READ MORE

Dror's Magical Expandable Suitcase For Tumi Is Fit For Mary Poppins

Dror Benshetrit creates an overpacker's dream suitcase for Tumi.READ MORE