Most often the clearest, fastest and most generative way to get to an articulated vision is stay clear of the temptations of polish and presentation and to live instead in the world of hand-sketching. I spend most of my design time drawing and sketching and these are the tools I love.
Design Wish - NOCS NS2-110US NS2 Air Monitors V2 Bookshelf Speaker
These stylish and top tech AirPlay speakers will give a lift to any study or living room.
Design Wish - Basics Wallet
I needed a replacement for my rubberband-based wallet that will still fit in my front pocket. I got the BASICS Wallet in grey.
Design Wish - Industrial Edison Vintage Pendant Glass Hanging Light
Design Wish - Cast Iron Teapot from Primula
This stunning and simple cast iron tea kettle from Primula will elevate your ordinary kitchen or harmonize if you have a beautiful one.
Design Wish - Hasami Ultra-Minimal Plates, Trays, Bowls and Mugs
Hasami with its simple geometry and modularity makes a lot of designers drool.
Design Wish - 5 things for the Urban Cyclist
It might seem daunting to start up cycling through an urban landscape as unforgiving as Los Angeles or New York, but with some of the right gear, your comfort and safety level rise up enough to make it worth it.
Chrome Industries is well known for its well-made cycling shoes and bags. This Chrome Industries Pawn Expandable Rolltop Backpack include some features— waterproof expandable main pocket, structured backplate, padded straps and zippered laptop compartment— make this a great main bag for your commute.
With all the hours you'll log on your saddle, the last thing you'll want to worry about is replacing batteries on your lighting system. This Cygolite Metro 550 USB Rechargeable Headlight let's you charge at your computer station during the day and still get a bright and powerful headlight and highly visible tail lights.
Whether you are following a turn-by-turn directions, or using your iPhone for other biking uses, it is great to have it easily available and securely mounted. The Annex Quad Lock Bike Mount Kit for iPhone is the go-to choice. Simple and secure.
For commuter cyclists, the pants you choose to wear need to serve a dual purpose: comfortable and convenient when on the saddle and professional enough when in the office. With a U-lock holder, stretch and odor-resistant material and reflective tape on the ankle inseams, the Levi's Commuter 511 Trousers are a great solution.
When it gets darker and more inclement, having a good, breathable shell that keeps you dry, warm and visible is a key to a comfortable and safe ride. WOLFBIKE Cycling Jacket is one of my favorites.
Design Wish - Toys for a 6-year-old Boy
I know I meant to be shopping for my little boy, but so many of these are so cool, I want them.
Design Wish - LED Photo Lighting Kit for All Your Creative Projects
I've certainly had a number of our creative endeavors stymied by poor lighting. This LED Lighting kit from LimoStudio totally fits the bill: portable, flexible and affordable.
Design Wish - iPhone 6 Plus Cases - Help Me Pick
The official leather 6 plus case from Apple is quite nice (and expensive), but I want to look a little wider. Here are 5 options. Any of you have any of these?
Comment your choice.
1. Handmade Real Natural Hard Wood Bamboo Case
2. Slim Armor Case
3. Color Slider Style Hard Case
4. Crystal Clear Air Cushion Corners Bumper Case
5. Full Body Armorbox from i-Blason®
Design Wish - Nomad Collapsible Hot Tub
The Nomad Collapsible Tub is an ultra-portable 225-gallon tub you can set up in 20 minutes and heat with either propane or wood fire.
Design Wish - Power Cube
A power cord that matches the way we work: multi-device, moving about and in need of flexibility. The PowerCube doesn't make you squeeze those big plugs in next to each other, each has its own face. And with integrated USB ports. Love it.
Design Wish - Jumbo Cutlery Drainer
Tel Aviv-based PELEG DESIGN makes this Jumbo Cutlery Drainer, an elephant-shaped cutlery drainer for your sinkside.
Briefcase BBQ - MonOncle from RS Barcelona - Design Wish
Mon Oncle is a reinterpreted portable grill, from RS Barcelona with fabric and leather details.
Filip Smart Watch for Kids - Design Wish
This little watch, the Filip, is billed as a kid tracker or a smart watch, and it seems a little of both. It also has a very cool Dick Tracey communicator thing going on too. It can place calls to 5 preset numbers and receive texts from a paired iPhone app.
Sculptural Compact Fluorescent Lightbulb from Plumen - Design Wish
The Plumen Designer Light Bulb proves that compact fluorescents can be a design feature, not just a economical/environmental choice.
Wooden Bicycle - ANALOGONE.ONE - Design Wish
The AnalogOne.One is a carved wooden bicycle. Mike Pecsok of Grainworks will builds to your measurements, in the wood species and design variations of your choice. The base price of $6000.00.
Swimming Pool Duvet by Snurk - Design Wish
Dutch bedding designers Snurk has this awesome duvet that turns your bed into a swimming pool, and also has a trampoline, astronaut and princess duvet.
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BLOB VB3 MOBILE HOME - Design Wish
dmvA created the Blob VB3, an organic form that can be use as an office, a guesthouse, poolhouse, etc. with a main area and a bathroom.
Biking Suit by Parker Dusseau - Design Wish
Commuter Suit from Parker Dusseau is designed with the cyclist who also needs to dress up for work. Breathable, with zippered vents the stretch fabric, button cuff to roll them up your pant legs and jacket sleeves, and cleverly hidden reflective elements make this suit stand out from the peloton.
