Tuesday, August 4, 2009

something both really awesome and a little bizarre...

today i discovered these bathtubs...that are shaped like stilletos. and, while i'm a little perplexed as to why or how anyone would ever have one of these, i can't help but admit how much i'd love to have one in my own bathroom. they're designed by an art mosaic company called sicis and have their own name - the audrey. they come in three different designs and measure 165cm or 65" tall at their highest point as well as 270cm or 106" in length. i don't particularly love the designs, but i think the concept itself is kind of cool, and not to mention unusual. on second thought, i'd probably prefer one in solid white or black...

Monday, August 3, 2009

new obsession: pete oyler

i came across pete oyler's work the other and was in complete awe. the first thing i saw were his stretch shelves that consist of something that looks like a really wide and sturdy rubber band plus three to four (or maybe more?) pegs that go into the wall. both modern and practical, these shelves are the perfect decoration for a contemporary home. they come in fun, bright colors, too!




oyler is originally from louisville, KY, but now resides in Brooklyn after graduating from RISD in furniture design. i'd characterize his pieces as somewhat quirky and definitely unusual, two things important to cheer up any room. while you can't purchase his art through his website yet, i'm sure it will be available sometime soon...at least we can hope!