Miscellaneous

the chess set gets a makeover.

Remember ‘The Art of Chess’ exhibition from 2005? It’s back and heading to Milan, chocked full of ten outstanding contemporary artists and their re-imagined chess sets. Field trip, perhaps? Speaking of chess, I’m sort of aching for these chess pieces (although I have no idea how to play the game!). p.s. Want to sponsor Design

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Miscellaneous

the golden egg.

Or… tomato, I guess. German brainiacs at The Deli Garage have created an edible food spray that coats any item (eggs, tomatoes, you name it) with a metallic finish. I don’t cook much ever, but if I did, I’d bling my dinner daily. Can’t wait to see what Martha Stewart does with this!

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Miscellaneous

trend time: brass.

After drooling over Danni’s vintage brass round-up, I’ve been spotting brass everywhere. Seriously. Everywhere! Here are a few of my favorites: Animal Keychains Martin Margiela Watch Cuff Brass Bookcase The Horse Project …and of course, just for fun: The Brass Knuckle Chair.

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introducing… the [NEW!] design for mankind.

You love it, don’t you? Me, too. Take a look around and familiarize yourself with our lovely little facelift, which is looooong overdue. Not only will you find a new layout, but I’m introducing a new, exciting project tomorrow, which you’ll find under the PROJECT section. Go forth! Please note: If you’re viewing this post

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