Benjamin Rollins Caldwell’s new LED chandelier fuses the structure of mid-century modern style with modern innovation. The Halide Chandelier recycles disused industrial elements into a dazzling, energy-efficient light. The piece will make an appearance at BRC’s display at the International Contemporary Furniture Fair in NYC next week.
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LEXDRAY Boulder Pack ($460) Limited edition of 550.
You’ve longed for the day when you could walk into your office, with your back pack on, and hold your head up high. Embrace the Lexdray Boulder pack, the ultimate all-purpose pack designed for any trail or street adventure. Its removeable waist strap prevents an aching back at the end of the day.
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On Wednesday the World Trade Organization ruled against the sale of cans of tuna labeled “dolphin safe,” arguing that the practice discriminates against Mexican fishermen and that the United States’ definition of “dolphin safe” tuna unfairly restricts trade. The WTO decision threatens a business practice that has been in place for over 20 years. Environmentalists and businesses both criticized the ruling for potentially threatening dolphin species in the Pacific Ocean as well as interfering with U.S. consumers’ choices.
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What happens when you introduce a weapon like the portal gun to Super Street Fighter II? Find out in The Pixel Kingdom video above.
(tip by Steve Jonson)
Everyone has their 'must have' list for their dream home — a built-in banquette is definitely on mine. They're cozy, space-efficient, great for weird nooks or bays, and get everyone situated right at center of the action in the kitchen. They can be round, square, large, small, high or low, custom made and built-in, or even freestanding to define a room. Here are a few where we'd love to sip a cup of coffee. More
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All that glitters is not gold. Sometimes; it's brass or copper. And sometimes, it does more than just glitter. Sometimes, it warms...enchants...and delights (especially when used in the kitchen). More
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I'm going to be moving into a house with black and white checkered kitchen floor tiles and have been getting inspiration from around the web. Check out what I've found after the jump... More
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Part street art and part upcycling project, designer Garth Britzman of Lincoln, Nebraska has created a stunning parking canopy using discarded plastic bottles filled with colored water. I think parking just entered the realm of magical realism. More
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Bruce Wolf is a photographer based in Portland, Oregon and New York City, with a host of credentials; he has shot editorially and commercially for a number of years. His greatest ability is in bringing life, articulated lighting and emotion to each of his thoughtfully created photographs. Bruce and I got to talking today and he offered some pearls of wisdom I'll share with all you shutterbugs, professionals and aspiring photographers. More
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Name: Sarah Alba
Location: San Rafael, California
I'm a field editor and stylist. I look at homes to place in pages of magazines. I drew my inspiration by piecing together things I liked from the homes I scouted in order to create my perfect family abode. More
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I do love a good infograph, and this one from Massive Health is worth pinning to the wall. It compares our feeling of satiation versus the resulting sugar crash of many favorite midday snacks and treats. Are any of these surprising to you?
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