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The Cocoon Fireplace by Federico Otero

by Simona Ganea, posted in Home Gadgets, on November 15th, 2011

If there’s anything that radically changed throughout the years, in terms of interior decorations, it’s not the furniture but the fireplace. This particular decoration and important part of the home has evolved from the old and traditional design that was actually built into the wall and extremely large to smaller designs and then to modular and even portable fireplaces that no longer use wood as a source of energy. One of the most flexible and modern fireplace designs is the one called “Cocoon”.

Cocoon Fireplace by Federico Otero

The Cocoon fireplace was designed by Federico Otero and it’s an update model of the classic modern fireplace. It features a very simple design and it has an oval shape similar to a cocoon, hence the name. It’s the shape and the design that make this fireplace so versatile and suitable for almost any type of interior.

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12 Clock by David Weatherhead

by Loredana Sava, posted in Home Gadgets, on November 14th, 2011

I wear a normal but very simple watch that has some nice small rubies instead of the usual numbers telling the time. I like these watches because they are a bit unusual and you need a bit more attention to realize what time it is. That is why my daughter hates my watch, as she is small and only knows the numbers. But since I like unusual stuff which don’t have be be easy to understand either, I loved the 12 Clock by David Weatherhead the minute I saw it. It is actually a normal clock, except the fact that it does not have numbers and has 12 sides instead.

What is amazing about the design of this clock is its simplicity. It’s nothing more than a black or colourful dodecagon with white arms that tell the time when they get to the sharp edges of the 12 sides. And since one day has 12 hours and the clock has 12 edges, it’s pretty simple. The clock looks great on any wall in any room and has a clock mechanism powered by an AA battery. It’s just as simple as that. It is made of plastic and can be bought for £25.00, directly from GOODD, the producer.

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Ethno Tray from Alessi

by Loredana Sava, posted in Home Gadgets, on November 14th, 2011

Trays are very useful and I always keep one within reach, especially when I have guests. That is because trays are very easy to use for carrying different beverages, sweets and plates, even glasses without spilling the liquids everywhere and making a mess of your dining room. As a bonus, you can transport a bigger amount of everything when using a tray, which means fewer trips to the kitchen and back. When you do not use them, you can leave them on display as decorations or you can use them for storing fruit. Either way, trays are really useful and also great for the design of a room, especially if they are nice in design themselves. This Ethno Tray from Alessi is beautiful and delicate, nice and special.

Ethno Tray from Alessi

This Ethno Tray from Alessi is designed by Stefano Giovannoni and has a great, yet very simple design. It is made of polished metal with open work edge and the modern pattern on the sides leaves your mind see whatever your imagination wants to. You can see twisted people holding hands or a post-modernist pattern, looking amazing nonetheless. The tray is round and has a simple bottom, wide enough for holding fruit and everything else you might want to serve (12″ Diameter) and can be bought for $160.

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Napa Wall Vase

by Loredana Sava, posted in Home Gadgets, on November 14th, 2011

I love flowers and I think all people do, too. They are nice and delicate and they bring a special perfume and look to your home. That is why I like having vases filled with flowers in my home in all seasons, even if I know they will eventually wither and dry. Any way, I normally place the flower vases on the table, just like any other sensitive person, except for the moments when my son plays football indoors and I have to remove all breakable things in sight. But today I have found something really interesting: there is a vase that can be placed on the wall, in a secure place where footballs can rarely go. I love it! It’s the Napa Wall Vase and it looks great.

Napa Wall Vase

The vase is made of borosilicate glass and is totally transparent, which is perfect since it will be hanging from the wall. This way your attention will be focused on the flower only and not on a colourful and strange shaped vase. It is supported by a zinc holder and hangs from a nail. The vase is handmade and it would be better to wash it by hand in order to avoid breaking it. You can choose small flowers with a colourful shade or even tall grasses for display in this unusual vase and this will add a plus of elegance to the design of your living room. You can purchase the item now for $28.50.

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Ingenious beer bottle X lamp

by Simona Ganea, posted in Home Gadgets, on November 8th, 2011

When it comes to wall lamps and basically any other type of lamp, the existing designs are unlimited. Still, there are some designs that manage to stand out either by their shape, material or combination of colors. One of those intriguing models is what is known as the X lamp. The name is not very suggestive when it comes to anything other than the shape.

Ingenious beer bottle X lamp

The most interesting detail about the X lamp is not the shape but the materials used to create it. The X lamp is made of galvanized 3.4” plumbing fittings and four beer bottles. With a simple structure like this you could easily create your own version for your home. This particular lamp measures approximately 25 x 25 x 5″ but the dimensions could be adapted according to the space you have available or the fittings you can find.

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The 4th Dimension Concrete Clock by 22DesignStudio

by Simona Ganea, posted in Home Gadgets, on November 3rd, 2011

We all have wall clocks in our homes. It’s such a basic item we don’t even think about it. But this is also something interesting. If it’s such a basic object and everyone has one, it means it’s also an opportunity to create something unique and intriguing that would quickly become popular. Among the infinity of clock designs, we found this one. The 4th dimension clock offers something that no other clock did until now: a new perspective.

The clocks are individually handmade using concrete and they are order made only. This means you won’t be able to return it and you’ll also have to wait up to a month for the delivery. Still, it’s worth waiting for such a unique clock. The clock was designed by 22DesignStudio and it’s made of high-density cement. Its dimensions are Diam.5.9 x W3.3″.

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Ivory Dutch Telephone

by Loredana Sava, posted in Home Gadgets, on October 27th, 2011

Everybody uses telephones these days. Some of us even have more than one mobile phone and we use them all. But we do keep a landline for those who need to find us at home or at the office. Offices have these kinds of telephones because they belong to institutions, not people, so they can be used by different persons.

Any way, if you have your own office and want to make an impression on those coming in or if you have your own study at home and you want to add some personality to the general design of the room, you can use one of those beautiful antique telephones people used back in the 1930s. Now these telephone can be bought from specialized stores where they have been restored and upgraded, so as to have similar features to any modern phone. This Ivory Dutch Telephone is the perfect example for what you can get for your office.

It is beautiful and stylish and shows impeccable style. I must add it is an original item and not a replica, so the visual impact is great. You can use it, as it is in perfect state of functionality and you will be surprised to notice the quality of the sound, as it has been upgraded to the functions of a normal phone. It is nickel plated and has its original ivory cord and I simply love it. You can have it now for £295.00.

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