We love a good candle. The glow of the flickering flame and waft of subtle aromas provides our urban living space with a much needed dose of coziness and takes us back to the familiar smells of our pasts. Most candles feature homey smells such as: cinnamon (think apple pie) or vanilla (mmm…sugar cookies) but if your feeling a bit [...]
The Bejing Olympics start in a couple weeks and we’ve seen more souvenirs being sold in NYC’s Chinatown than knock off handbags lately. Understandably, the Chinese are full of national pride but one has to wonder what Olympic ashtrays (should you really be smoking while watching the Olympics?) and Olympic keychains with live fish in them, have to do with athleticism? One collectible we [...]
We love celebrating and there’s nothing more fun than a birthday party, unless of course you have had more than you wish to remember. August is a big birthday month for a lot of our friends (Yay Leos!) and we want to be prepared for all the spontaneous birthday events we’re sure to attend so we’re stocking [...]
No one like to weigh themselves but wouldn’t this cool Footprint Digital Scale make the experience a little more pleasant? Looking more at home in an art gallery than your bathroom, the scale’s shiny silver surface and understated foot impressions give the illusion of stepping on water.
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The Handstand Glove Vase we found on online store What on Earth? had to be inspired by the most valuable member of the Adams Family. Creepy? A little. Imagine being home alone late one night, watching reruns of The Twilight Zone and wondering if, maybe just maybe, you saw something move out of the corner of your eye?
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Design group Stolen Wood’s Catching the Wild coat rack appears to be floating in air. It’s actually a polyester rope wrapped around steel but we love the illusion and super retro look! The rope looks like it could have been frozen mid dogie slingin’. And we love the circular lasso design. It makes it easy for your guest to find their coat [...]
Designed by Studio Ozgur Onal to resemble a drop of water, this elegant decanter is three pieces in one. A serving tray, vessel and drinking cup form the Droppa’s shape while the perfectly designed ripples give the the illusion of fluidity.
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Online store, Brind pays tribute to one of history’s most famous typefaces with their Helvetica wall panels. Part of the Iconic collection, the panels come in a variety of styles and textures. Panels are an easy way for tenants to transform a room in their apartment temporarily. Something every landlord appreciates!
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This rug designed by the NEL group is shaped like the country of IRAQ. The group’s website talks about the detachment to the images we see everyday on the news, comparing it to a board game. Representing the conflict happening in that country are the tiny felt soldiers scattered in various stages of battle across the rug. It [...]
Hamilton Designs gives us their interpretation of the Seven Deadly Sins using wine glasses. We think some of them would be down right impossible to drink out of but very entertaining to have on hand for your next cocktail party. And don’t you think they would go nicely with Etienne’s Strange Decanters? Our favorite is Wrath shown below. Featured [...]
Who knew birds were religious? The Holy Homes designed by Fredrik Roijé for Tuttobene, are tranquil birdhouses made of fine porcelain that resemble quiet houses of worship. You can choose between a christian church or a Muslim mosque to provide respite for your fine feathered friends. We bet these Holy Homes have one hell of a choir.
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There is no mistaking these deranged trolls for a boring old Chia pet! The Rocker Trolls from online store Perpetual Kid sport grassy Mohawks and bad atitudes. Each are named for their offensive behavior but in case you forget, their names are tattooed on their little behinds! They even come with a hat or acorn leaf to cover [...]
We’re digging this design concept by Tokyo based designer Ross McBride. His Grooveware, which was submitted to the online store Generate, gives your utensils a cozy resting place. We really like the ashtray with it’s matchbox placeholder. The Pipeline encourages designers to submit their concepts for new product designs and if chosen Generate will produce and sell them. A fantastic [...]
After our post on this chandelier, we hesitated posting this doorknob by British artist James R Ford. People might begin to think we are the go-to blog for “member” products.However, we pride ourselves on not being prudish here at MUL and we try to post what we find interesting regardless if some might find it offensive. So we decided the Door Appendage X [...]
Whether or not decanters can improve the taste of wine is controversial amongst wine experts however none can debate the aesthetic value of presenting wine in an elegantly designed vessel. Most carafes have a bulbous bottom and a slender top but French artist Etienne Menueau’s Strange Decanters challenge that notion taking inspiration from the roots of the [...]
