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I do not envy the task of the judges for our annual Best of Web competition.
Besides the usual parameters for judging a design competition—layout,
typography, color, use of imagery—they also must consider factors
exclusive to the digital realm: interface ease-of-use, continuity, scalability,
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The Latest and Greatest Gadgets and Accessories (cont'd) |
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IT'S TIME TO GET THINGS STARTED
So maybe it’s the name “Poof” or the fact that these cuddly guys remind us of a Muppets character,
but you really gotta love the Chenille Floor Poof and Pillow from Chia’sso. The two creatures prove it may, after all, be easy being green (OK, moss), blue, or charcoal with their comfy, soft, 100-percent chenille pile material. The Floor Poof is 26 inches in diameter, and its pillow friend is 17. Definitely inspirational and celebrational.
Chia’sso Floor Poof, $58, Pillow, $38, 877.244.2776, www.chiasso.com
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CANDY FOR CLOCK-WATCHERS
Give yourself a break from the glaring lights of a standard alarm clock and try this comical take on the nine-to-fiver’s nemesis. The novel design includes an original drawing by Yoshitomo Nara for each hour and every minute. With its cute, often humorous, sometimes offensive characters, the Nara Clock offers a witty departure from the day-to-day tedium of waking up. The interesting displays are sure to give you a rise each morning, and may reflect your mischievous mood throughout the day. 8 x 3 x 4 inches.
Uncommon Goods Nara Clock, $200, 888.365.0056, www.uncommongoods.com |
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HAULIN' ASSETS
It’s time to drop those boxes, files, luggage, groceries, or whatever you’ve been lugging around and let something else do the lifting for you. Oriac Design’s Carry-Max is intended just for that purpose, so give your poor muscles a break. Made of aluminum and high-quality plastic, the Carry-Max quickly and easily folds up to store in your car or your closet until you need it. Its four parts include the fender and wheels, wire-frame shelf, aluminum body, and handle. It’s so lightweight, you may forget you’re even doing any toting. Available separately is a collapsible wire basket so you don’t lose anything while you happily stroll along without a care.
Oriac Design Carry-Max, $218 (basket $79), 866.466.7422, www.oriacdesign.com |
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GETTING TOASTED
There’s not much new to say about the conventional kitchen toaster—we all know what it does. But these European Designed Toasters from Flax Art & Design offer a much brighter, hipper look to the old standard. Choose from avocado green with pink flowers or red-and-white checkered with a homey motif, both painted with a tough enamel finish. Auto controls for setting browning levels, and surprisingly, the bread pops up when it’s done toasting! The crumb tray slides out for easy cleaning. Stainless steel with a plastic body, and comes with a 90-day warranty, so you have nothing to fear with this appliance purchase.
Flax Art & Design European Designed Toasters, $89, 800.343.3529, www.flaxart.com |
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