Space Invaders has always one of those seminal favorites that inspires a feverish amount of fan art and craftwork. But a couple of nifty designs have been circling the blog-o’space lately that merit some attention:

The first is still just a love seat prototype, but anyone willing to step forward and help Mr. Igor Chak will surely find a legion of buyers hurriedly measuring the dimensions of their (mother’s) basement in anticipation. Next to that, if you look closely you can recognize the DIY handiwork of “ushanz” found over at Etsy (which managed to stay on sale for a full 3 days).



While we’re on the subject, it seems appropriate to showcase one of the internet’s finest examples of DIY craftsmanship - the fully functioning NES Coffee Table/Controller/Storage Box! Ok so the name might need a little work, but you can head over to Kyle Downes’ ”Ultra Awesome” blog post for complete details on how to build your own!

If you’re an urban professional who bikes to work, but has a distaste for messenger bags and otherwise sensible bike racks, why not completely overspend for a bike frame specially molded to carry your stuff? It even features the hilariously unfortunate name “A Bicycle Built for Tools.” via.



And if that still doesn’t signal to everyone your firm grasp of “bipedal” expertise, you’ll want to top off with a bike helmet that looks like a hat. They’re “tested according to international standards” so you know they’re good. And they even carry the moniker “Smart One,” which is not at all ironic. via.

In great company with PJ one weekend, over great convo and a few killer drinks later - this IS how you add your signature to one’s space!  The iPod Touch also makes a great level, who knew!  =) Thanks to PJ for a touch of color in my dwelling - PS, I LOVE IT!!!!  =)
Colors:  Bittersweet Chocolate in reverberated Appletini Green stripes

I have to admit the Canon PowerShot D790 IS is a wonderful point and shoot camera for your buck.  It has given me MANY wonderful pictures over the years, both in and out of the water (pictures also seen on my previous post The Charming Sharm - Got Diving? with the optional Canon Waterproof Case WP-DC24) What a way to make one proud over the other DSLR cameras on the market; my picture made it on the Gizmodo Shooting Challenge: Fireworks!  See the other amazing contest pictures [here] and my picture on flickr [here] [via Gizmodo]

Click more to see some of my other fireworks photos

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Fun design can be found all around us in the most common of items. These dog poop bags add bit of humor to your daily chore - although style comes at a price at roughly $1 a bag.

By now everyone has probably heard about our Summer Sale - and if not shame on you (sign up for our newsletter here and stay up to date on all of our sales and promotions).  Among other things, we’re offering up some amazing deals on the fun and stylish line of homewares from Innermost - their unique range of lighting such as the Loopy Lu Shade pictured below, or cool accessories like the Mantle Dome Clock and Stem Vase.

I have seen several Vitamin C shower systems on the market and have always wondered if they really work.  Seeing how much I love to take a shower and Vitamin C being the essential of all vitamins, I decided to give it a whirl.  After the first few uses I did not feel any difference.  However after week of using this product, I noticed my skin is softer and my hair feels like love!  Thumbs up for Vitamin C!

Sonaki’s product line appeared to be the best solution due to it’s minimal design and less invasive installation.  The Sonaki product kits are very simple and come complete with everything you need for the installation. They also offer a nice range of shower heads and filters you can purchase.  See the other benefits [HERE]

Sonaki‘s claim:
Sonaki’s Techno-Shower Filter is formulated with and made of 100 % natural and food grade Vitamin C, making it the best and safest way to remove chlorine from the tap water, and it is an ideal method to protect the sensitive skin from the chlorine. Sonaki claims the topical use of Vitamin C works as an anti-oxidant on the skin and makes hair shinier and softer.
Beyond the anti-oxidant Vitamin C prevailed in most kind of skincare products, now Sonaki Filtering Technology physically provides you with a natural resolution in the shower and bath.

If you’re in need of a low-cost home makeover, just add a touch of color or whimsy with one of our unique throw pillows from Ferm Living. Made with organic cotton or 100% silk, they feature striking patterns and colors that can add a contemporary bit of flair to your living space. See our full collection here.

If there’s one thing in this world that doesn’t need an explanation, it’s our love for hanging coats and hats on odd-shaped hooks placed prominently around the house. With that in mind, here’s a few intriguing wall hooks we have available that are sure to pique visitors’ interest. Pictured from left to right: the Spike Wall Hook (Set of 3), Mr and Mrs Wall Hooks and Harry Allen’s popular C’mere Hand Hook.

Ok, so new Dining Chairs may not be the most exciting of possible additions, but at Pure Modern we’re always adding sleek furniture like this and it might not always be obvious when we do. So among all the juicy additions of late, here are a few interesting designs, starting with the Taft Dining Chair and its multiple finishes pictured below.



We feature something original for every room of the house, and frequently add cool new pieces such as these: the Sydney Stackable Chair, the Arden Occasional Lounge and the Jasper Side Chair (pictured below from left to right).

These ceramic clocks were originally designed in 1953 and developed as far as the production stage, but for “reasons unknown” they never ultimately made it to the market. Now, reproduced by Vitra based on the original plans and prototypes, these evocative sculptures are beautifully crafted of glazed ceramic. Each clock includes a rechargeable battery so it will be ready-to-go out of the box! See them here.

So we get solicited daily to offer products from all over the world.  It’s flattering—but sometimes people just ask us to review the strangest things.  Makes me wonder if they pay attention to who we are before they ask us to sell their product.  HOWEVER, this came across today… and it intrigued me.  So I’m curious ... would YOU use this?  Would you BUY this? 

It’s a flameless lighter that is designed to light your cigarette (or cigar) by a battery operated coil.  Think car lighter.  It’s rechargeable by ... USB!  Suppose to last 250 lightings with a single charge. 

Comes in all sorts of cool colors and designs. 

Help us decide if we should carry this.... and if we do, we’ll give a few away to people that gave us input!

Give us input on our Facebook page [ VIEW HERE ]

But as I start looking for new rugs for the living room… this one is at the top of my list—the ROADKILL Rug designed by Dutch design firm OOOMS is now available for a mere 3400 euros (shipping globally for just 7.50.... ) and really who can’t justify a 3407.50 euros to have a simulated flattened fox on the sitting room floor!?!? Click thru for the closeup of this faux carnage.

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It’s a week of exciting new additions here at Pure Modern! We’re pleased to display the newest contemporary designs from the fine people at Malcolm Fontier. They offer a line of sleek modern laptop bags such as the Director and Diplomat (pictured right) as well as discreet carriers like the Entertainer and Entertainer Tech (pictured left) that are ideal for holding a small laptop or tablet computer - but visually appear no larger than your typical carry-all.


And for heavy travelers, you’ll need a luggage tag that’s easy to identify and hard to mistake - look no further than the durable and eye-catching Addatag line. Made with tough polypropylene and steel cables to handle the most rugged of airline travel and more.

Let Mother Nature ( aka gravity ) eliminate the “you got more than me! “ complaint. Using atmospheric press the “One for all, All for one” creates 4 perfect wine pours from a single bottle. 

Designed by Federica Castagno and Sara Petrucci of Acquacalda this stylish home accessory was featured at the Milan Design week as part or their Fisica Applicata collection.