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Tenso Paper Clip

Damian — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 15:29:07 +0000

The paper clip is one of the simplest and most effective inventions of recent centuries.
It forms part of our everyday lives without us noticing it.
Even though it is difficult to imagine an office without them, different tasks require a different type of clip.

TENSO brings flexibility to the paper clip. With its rotating wire, the user can gradually apply pressure depending on the amount of paper inside the clip, without damaging the document.
The angled metal sheet helps to keep pages together against a flat surface, making the document look tidier.

TENSO consists of two components that are easy to produce: A metal sheet and a cylindrical wire.
The metal sheet is laser cut or stamped. Then it is reshaped to create a closed U shape. The top end of the metal sheet is rolled to create a cylinder where the wire rotates.
The wire is bent creating a closed U shape as well, which applies pressure on the metal sheet.
Both parts are then assembled and the clip becomes ready to use.

Thelermont Hupton Blown Ups

Adam Gunderson — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 22:11:07 +0000

These intricate shapes go beyond what you would expect from a glass lamp. They come in free-standing or ceiling-hung varieties, as well as clear or frosted options. The lamps cost about $320 and are available from the Thelermont Hupton website. [via]

Wacom Cintiq 21UX Graphics Tablet

Adam Gunderson — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 11:20:14 +0000

Are you sick of using your mouse and MS Paint to draw on your computer? Be like the pros and get a top of the line graphics tablet from Wacom. The Cintiq 21UX is a 21.3 inch TFT display graphics tablet (@ 1600 x 1200 resolution) which has 1,024 levels of pressure sensitivity to ensure the tablet picks up every detail of your drafting. You can use it as your primary monitor, or use it with multiple displays. The pen of the Wacom Cintiq 21UX has an easily replaceable felt tip (to insure proper friction), and programmable side switches that allow you to program your most common actions into the pen itself. In addition the tablet features 2-finger-sensitive touch strips that serves as a natural way to zoom, scroll, or change brush size. For more features see the video after on the next page.

Weinrack

Adam Gunderson — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:12:23 +0000

The Weinrack was designed by Michael Rösing can hold 12 bottles. The unique design takes up minimal space and can handle all sized bottles. This wine rack can be yours for €59.00 (about $75). [via]

Tony Hawk and Bam Margera Signed Skateboards

Adam Gunderson — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:33:05 +0000

Neiman Marcus has been offering some crazy unique and one of a kind gifts this year. But what caught my eye are these signed skateboard decks ($400) from Tony Hawk and Bam Margera.

Smoon Ombrella

Adam Gunderson — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:49:14 +0000

The Smoon Ombrella ($2,200) captures and protects you from the suns light during the day. At night Smoon omits a soft light. It is designed to keep you comfortable during both day and night. The Smoon Ombrella is wireless, and can be charged manually (for those not so sunny days).

Zuse Toast Printer

Adam Gunderson — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:54:31 +0000

From Inseq Design comes the Zuse toast printer. The toaster is made of plastic and aluminum. It is capable of printing a 12 x 12 px image on a piece of toast. Included is a memory card to store several images.

Ingo Lamp

Adam Gunderson — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 14:21:58 +0000

Designed by Ron Guild, the Ingo Lamp, is made of 16 desk lamps affixed together to create a spider-looking chandelier. Its size ranges from 3ft – 8ft depending of how you want it positioned. Price and availability are yet to be announced.

Little Joseph

Adam Gunderson — Fri, 23 May 2008 18:25:50 +0000

Designed in Czech Republic by Maxim Velčovský, Little Joseph ($80) is a hand-painted porcelain candle holder. You can give Little Joseph different hairstyles depending on the types of candles you use. Pair it with the baby head planter and you could have a party!

Nina Levett Porcelain Plates

Adam Gunderson — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 14:33:39 +0000

Designer Nina Levett is no stranger to our site, which is why we are pleased to announced her new collection of handmade porcelain plates. The modular stoneware collection is made in collaboration with Matthias Kaiser. We do not have any word on price, but contact Nina if you are interested in her collection.

Hadar Metal Design Bikes

Adam Gunderson — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 16:23:42 +0000

Josh Hadar makes these crazy bicycles by hand. The bikes can be powered by traditional pedaling, or by a gasoline engine. The fuel is stored in a hand-blown glass tank protected by a type of rib cage. They bikes cost anywhere from $12,000 and $35,000 and only take 3 months to build. [via]

Baby Head Planter

Adam Gunderson — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 14:30:25 +0000

These hand-made baby head planters from Kniffin Pottery offer a unique style of home decor. They are made of white clay with a clear glaze, and come in either large (3 1/2″) or small (2 1/2″) sizes. The Baby Head Planters start at only $22 but have very limited availability.

Tunnel Vision

Adam Gunderson — Fri, 15 Feb 2008 14:30:11 +0000

Tunnel Vision is an interactive art installation created by Paul Klotz. When you put your hand in the opening of the installation, you dramatically alternate the sound and animated light patterns.

Villain Chair

Adam Gunderson — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 14:30:14 +0000

This awesome chair looks like the chair you would see a cartoon evil villain sitting in. It is an oversize lounger chair and is on a swivel base. The £3,600 ($7,165) chair is made of leather, chrome, steel, and aluminum. The Evil Villain Chair measures 900X900X1200mm. [suck.uk.com]

OTTO Stove Top Espresso Maker

Adam Gunderson — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 20:19:42 +0000

This Italian style stove top espresso maker from OTTO features a mirrored polish finish, automatic cut-off as to not burn the coffee, and milk steamer. The espresso maker can make 2 shots at a time, and can be easily moved while hot with the cup handle and steam control knob. There is no word on pricing or availability yet, but if you really want it keep checking the OTTO website. [via]

Living Wall Panel Planter

Adam Gunderson — Mon, 21 Jan 2008 11:00:09 +0000

We have seen plant walls in the past but none on this scale, available to general consumers. This stylish indoor Living Wall Planter is a dramatic home accent made of white cedar, and black HDPE plastic and steel. It is available in both a wall mounted ($190) version or free standing ($170) version with wooden legs. Upkeep on these plants is very simple, just water though the top reservoir and any access water is collected on the bottom tray.

Baghdad Table by Ezri Tarazi

Adam Gunderson — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:09:37 +0000

This table is made out of aluminum pieces that form together into a map of Baghdad, the Iraqi capitol. The tables are designed by Ezri Tarazi and are available in a verity of sized all priced at $39,600.00.

Weapon Furniture

Adam Gunderson — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:43:44 +0000

The Cambodian Civil War lasted more than 30 years, leaving behind a lot of weapons. In 1998 the Cambodian government destroyed 125,000 guns. The Peace Art Project Cambodia is dedicated to destroying these guns in an artistic way and to make good use out of the guns.

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New UltraBloom Heat-Reactive Tile

Tim Zastrow — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 01:29:40 +0000

Lately there have been some very interesting products for the home improvement segment and the New UltraBloom Heat-Reactive Tiles by UltraGlass are no different. These new tiles use a special heat-reactive coating to allow the tiles to change into a variety of colors depending on the temperature, eventually cooling off and returning to their original color. These new tiles come in a wide variety of colors and textures to fit any design. Currently pricing is unknown

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Red Hot Hands

Birgitte Flynn — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 16:42:50 +0000

Red Hot Hands coming from The Other Edge, lend a helping hand to all the things you don’t want to hold yourself at the time. These laser cut hands are fit to hold anything from jewelry, to keys, or a cell phone, and mail.