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I don’t know what I think about this. An alarm clock actually built into the bed sheet, yup that’s the Melted Clock.  This touch sensitive alarm clock, speakers, and control are built into the sheet, with three control icons embroidered to it. It’s unclear to me if these are actually available yet, but I do find it interesting they claim to be washable.  I guess from a practical point of view it makes some sense, but do I really want my alarm clock in my bed right next to my head – all the time as a constant reminder that soon it will be time to wake up? Probably not.  Cool concept though. See more from designer Florian Schärfer here.

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Six furniture gifts that ship quick! Though furniture makes an excellent gift, long lead times mean it may already be too late to get it from many sources. That’s why when when I saw Inmod’s new Quick Ship Classics announced on their blog today, I knew I had to let you know. Basically they’ve taken their most popular modern classic reproductions and made them available to ship in 5-7 business days. So you definitely have plenty of time to get them for the holidays. These Quick Six are shown below. Many of these items are also completely customizable, which is cool too if you have the time to wait. Now get your holiday shopping on!

Jacobsen Egg Chair – $1131

The Egg Chair was introduced in 1958 by designer Arne Jacobsen. It was originally designed for the lobby of the Royal Hotel in Copenhagen. An instant hit and still popular, the Egg Chair has a unique look and chamber like seating area that blocks exterior noise.

Eames Lounge & Ottoman – $1399-1459

One of Charles and Ray Eames’ most well known designs, the Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman are hallmarks of mid-century modern design. Comfortable, luxurious, and still popular today, who wouldn’t want this gorgeous set as a holiday gift?

Eero Aarnio Style Ball Chair – $899

The Eero Aarnio Ball Chair is undoubtedly one of the most well-known modern classics and definitely a favorite. It was first introduced in 1963 by Eero Aarnio. Check out my hands on review of this piece from earlier this year.

Eames Style Plywood Dining Chair with Wood Legs – $199-205

The Eames Style Plywood Dining Chair is a favorite among fans of modern classic furniture, and was named the best design of the 20th century by Time Magazine. Sounds like a good gift to me.

Paul Volther Corona Chair & Ottoman – $1365

The Corona Chair was first produced by Danish designer Paul Volther in the early 1960s. Its unique look is a real attention getter, yet it also offers a surprisingly comfortable seat.

Jacobsen Swan Chair – $729

Arne Jacobsen first introduced the Swan Chair in 1958 and is one of the most popular pieces of the 20th century. Featuring all curves and no straight lines, it was very technologically innovative for its time. Its unique look makes it a fun addition to any home.

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Take a look at this chair!  Called the Clutch Chair, it’s made from 10,000 drinking straws. This chair comes from designer Scott Jarvie and is intended to comment on our “disposable culture”.  Whether or not you agree, you have to admit that this chair is pretty cool to look at.

See more, including a Clutch Light, here.

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Minimalist style for your pet? Yup, that’s what you get with this new line from Doca Pet. Appropriately called Square Meals, these bowls get the job done with simple minimal style perfect for modern spaces. Your pet is sure to love their practical design, as long as you’re serving him his favorite meal that is. See more innovative pet design from Doca Pet here.

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I like to see materials that would have been thrown out turned into new and inspiring pieces, and this collection from William Stranger is definitely among the most creative I’ve seen.  These pieces are made from reclaimed stripes of wood from an abandoned bowling alley. Called Second Life, this collection includes tables, wall art, and more,  all of which would have been trash if it wasn’t for Stranger. This will certainly make you think twice next time you see a demolition site won’t it?!

See more sustainable furniture from Stranger here.

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If you’re a bit clumsy or you just enjoy clever design, you’ll definitely want to check out these Link Mugs. Sold as a set of three, these mugs link together to make them easier to carry.  Simple but smart, I definitely like the design idea. See more from Jonathan Aspinall here.

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You’ll really be glowing in this dress! The Galaxy Dress is embroidered with 24,000 full color LEDs. It’s the largest wearable display in the world, and is currently on display at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. The areas without LEDs are pretty well adorned too, with 4,000 hand applies Swarovski crystals.

Another interesting thing to note – the Galaxy Dress only consumes the same amount of electricity as two household light bulbs!  Would you wear this?!

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Next time you get stuck at the airport, at least it will be a little more comfortable.  The Suited Case consists of four travel bags that link together to form a couch. I’m guessing it’s probably not as comfortable as my sofa at home, but more comfortable than airport seating – most definitely.

Suited Case comes from Nieuwe Heren, a design collaboration made up of Erik de Nijs and Tim Smit.  Both just graduated the school of art in Utrecht in 2009 and their site features a plethora of cool and innovative products and ideas.  Check out more here.

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This design isn’t glamorous, but it’s certainly smart.  This light switch cover offers a convenient spot for mail at the top, as well as two key hooks.  Knowing where everything is in the morning – now that’s functional design.

The Light Switch Rack by Paul Koh costs more than a regular switch cover, but it’s still pretty affordable especially considering it’s impressive enough to be part of the MoMA store catalog.  It’s simple to install, and goes right over an existing light switch.

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As eco-friendly architecture and design grows in popularity, so does the prevalence of bamboo.  While I seem to be seeing bamboo more and more these days, I’ve never quite seen it like this before.  Bamboo is so green because it grows extremely fast, so I’m happy to see that one architect, Vo Trong Nghia, is taking it to entirely new levels.

See more from Vo Trong Nghia here. 

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