IT’S NOT JUST FOR LOOKS–the curves on these desktop accessories by Schleeh Design make natural hiding places for extra pens and business cards. As if that weren’t enough, the walnut is also magnetized; the included molecool magnets can be creatively arranged to hold post-its in place. Also available in cherry and maple.
schleehdesign.com

LEVELS ARE FOR WIMPS ANYWAY–the Rosa bookshelf’s chaotic, fractious surfaces are a step away from the conservative, with no two shelves being alike. Three drawers and a single door at the top open up additional storage options and can be covered with polished steel, wood or lacquered panels. Designed by Evgenij V. Poliantsev and manufactured by Emmemobili.
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BASED ON A PAPER CLIP, we love Tom Dixon’s Wire Chair for its simple and sleek design. Following the lines of the chair is a journey in algebra; although perpendicularly-oriented lines reign supreme, the straightforward stainless steel strips give way to periodic, asymptotic dips at each leg, powder coated in white or chromed, each chair comes with a round, pressed-felt cushion and is outdoor friendly.
$680, nova68.com

HANS WEGNER’S TIMELESS APPEAL is most obvious in his stylish Wingchair, designed in 1960 and reintroduced in 2006. We previously featured his iconic Shell Chair but find this piece to be more suitable for present-day homes. The flared armrests and seatback are definitively–yet subtly–retro, making the Wingchair as palatable now as it was the day it was conceived.
$3,915, hivemodern.com

THE DUAL FUNCTION Pop Stool is delightfully simple in form, with a square cubbyhole that has plenty of space for magazines and books. Contrasting poplar and wenge give this stool an upscale feel; the inset legs are a particularly nice touch. Manufacturer SMC Furnishings acquires 90% of their wood from waste and reclaimed sources; in addition to poplar, the stool is also offered in walnut and cherry styles.
$599, stlloftstyle.com

A HUNDRED SCRAMBLED EGGS perished for the Eggshell Lacquer Collection, but given the beautiful results it’s something we can live with. Crushed eggshells are responsible for the crackled surfaces, which range in color from chocolate brown in the console to burnished gold and black in the round table .
$295-$695, gumps.com

SLEEPING AT WORK is often frowned upon but an increasing number of employers are recognizing the efficacy of power naps; MetroNaps addresses this nascent need with space-age sleep pods. Similar to the Lomme Bed, each EnergyPod is a self-contained room that coddles the occupant with built-in music and blocks out light. Even sound is isolated; although the napper is shielded from outside noise, it’s a bigger relief that coworkers are protected from the inevitable snoring.
metronaps.com
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LIKE MID-CENTURY MODERN LEGOS, Tom Dixon’s Low Slab tables can stand alone but truly shine when arranged together. Each piece is made from black stained solid oak with a richly brushed surface that brings out the best of the wood’s characteristics while keeping the piece distinctly modern; slightly tapered legs finish these sparse, yet indubitably cool pieces.
tomdixon.net

IT MAY BE AN UNDERBELLY but it’s definitely not seedy–the MT1 chair unabashedly shows off its sensuous curves both inside and out. The roto-molded polyethylene composition allows for a hollowed out design (the initials “MT” are pronounced “empty”), with a two-toned color scheme that further emphasizes its unusual shape. Available in three color combinations: white/orange, red/black and blue/green.
£403.24, madeindesign.co.uk

WHEN EVEN LOUNGING IS TOO MUCH WORK consider Monica Graffeo’s Lazy Mary, designed to accommodate users with a distinct disdain for anything resembling work. This shoehorn-shaped lounge uses your body’s center of gravity to keep the seat balanced while rocking. The frame is crafted from injection molded resin and is covered by a gel coat to protect from the elements, allowing you to move this inside and out–just don’t expect anyone to get up and help.
660 €-1,200 € owo.it

ONE CUTTING BOARD IS NEVER ENOUGH, so designer Ed Annink created the Cut-in-Half which actually separates into seven smaller pieces. Sizes for each board vary from orange-wedge sized to the full-size base, making this useful for both chopping and serving. Made from seasoned beech wood.
$288, driadekosmo.com

MINIMALIST LUMBERJACKS will love Shimna’s modern yet hearty wood furniture. The seats themselves are classic contemporary: fabric tightly wraps around slightly curved, but fundamentally straightforward lines. However it’s the legs that make all the difference, with dainty stainless steel replaced by thick, immodest blocks of wood. No attempt is made to mitigate the natural, often chaotic grain–this is minimalist furniture that doesn’t forget its roots.
shimna.net