Friday, February 29, 2008

Want it... That's right I've got two wrists so I'm cool with having upwards of $80K in watches on at any given time.

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Zenith Defy Extreme Stealth Limited Edition

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Inspired by the Stealth Bomber, behold the Zenith Defy Extreme Stealth–a limited edition men’s high-fashion chronograph. Only 250 of these were made in each color offered, and while the price tag was VERY hard to track down, we did find an online auction offering the Zenith Defy Extreme Stealth for just under $20,000, but who knows if it’s the real thing or not? We suggest you forget about trying to buy one of these beauties on eBay…acquire it from the authorized dealer and rest easy. The gorgeous Zenith Defy Extreme Stealth uses shock-resistant technology and new Open Grande Date 4039 SX movement.

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Tuesday, February 19, 2008

Want it... Cause who hasn't wanted to say "why in fact yes, my watch is worth 2 of your cars

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This is one serious watch. It's got a lot going on inside, which is why the top is clear, providing a full view of all the goodies working to make sure you're on time. It's got stuff that you don't usually see in watches, like shock absorbers, as well as the requisite list of stuff you've never heard of (Fortale HR aluminium rotors, Arcap plate and bridges, Tantalum rotor weights, etc), so you know you're getting your money's worth. And a lot of money is what it'll cost you; these things start at over $73,000 and just go up from there.

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Monday, February 18, 2008

Want it... now I know my Aalto, Bertoia and Castigioni, won't you please design with me!

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Modern Classics Alphabet poster

As if on cue, the alphabet song popped into my head: "Now I know my Aalto, Bertoia and Castiglioni — next time won't you sing with me?" The 11" x 17" poster is only $35. This one is becoming a permanent fixture in the office.

They also have a set of posters devoted specifically to each midcentury modern icon. The aalto+goldfish is my favorite!

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Saturday, February 16, 2008

Want it... Cause that's just the way I roll.

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Priced at $49,066.
An avid outdoorsman, Airstream founder Wally Byam married a woman who had little interest in the "adventure" of sleeping on the ground. When he built his bride a tent on a Ford Model T chassis that he could tow behind the car, marital bliss was restored. The project gave Byam an idea for a travel trailer that moved like a "stream of air" and in 1936, America got its first look at an Airstream.
In 2000, the company's motto, "Make only improvements, not changes," was shaken by architect-designer Chris Deam who gutted a vintage trailer to create a booth for the International Contemporary Furniture Fair. Deam's ability to respect the history of the iconic aluminum shell, while bringing a lighter, more spacious feeling to the interior, was praised by Airstream purists and the design community. The design caught our eye at DWR, and we contacted Deam about creating a special edition trailer for our customers.
The Design Within Reach Airstream: Riveted to the past and future
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Friday, February 15, 2008

Want it... if you've got to watch the game at home...

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Cool Stuff: Hollywood Hills Crib with Outdoor Home Theater (!)

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If you are one Hagy Belzberg, the architect, Harvard alum and home owner of this environmentally friendly 5,800 square foot Skyline Residence located atop the Hollywood Hills, or his fortunate house-sitter, /Film would like to make a movie party with you. With majestic views of Tinseltown and downtown L.A. and a 65-foot infinity pool, the party hat on top is its outdoor home theater. Even Bogart is impressed, look at ‘im. Get the full tour via the website to Belzberg’s 13-member architectural outfit, Belzberg Architects, and click on the pics here to go ga-ga vicariously.

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Thursday, February 14, 2008

WANT IT... F the Air...

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Want it... if you tell me you never wanted one, you're lying.

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Shakespeare bust with hidden switch? Check. Red Batphone? Check. Young sidekick in weird tights? Uh, yeah, we'll think about that. In the meantime, this Commissioner Gordon-approved phone, just like the Caped Crusader's, lights up when a call comes in to your own Batcave.

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Batphone

$112
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Want it... 'cause you know when James Bond cuts his finger nails, this is what he uses.

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Zwilling Ultra-slim Nail Clipper
Zwilling Ultra-slim Nail Clipper

Product Description
Zwilling J.A. Henckels Ultra-slim Nail Clipper received the coveted 'iF DEsign Award' from an international jury of design specialist. With high-tech cutting edges, precision engineering, flat design and a leather storage pouch, this stainless steel clipper is in a class all its own.
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Want it... thems some sexy ass speaks, one might even say they have balls.

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A great snap-together design makes the DLO Portable iPhone Speakers ($50) perfect for travel. The TDMA interference-free system features a removable, rotating stand that holds the iPhone upright or horizontally, and offers a wide sound stage thanks to two independent speakers. All of it snaps together to create a handy travel egg. Plus, the entire system turns into a speaker phone when a call comes in — no need to disconnect.

DLO Portable iPhone Speakers

$50
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Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Want it... good enough for Roy Obeson, good enough for me.

Ray-Ban

Folding Wayfarer Sunglasses

Limited Edition Folding Wayfarer Sunglasses. A classic style reinvented to fold into a small case for travel convenience.
  • Exclusive hard case with magnetic closure
  • Case dimensions: 2½"W X 3½"H 1¼"D
  • Made in Italy
  • Exclusive hard case with magnetic closure
  • Case dimensions: 2½"W X 3½"H 1¼"D
  • Made in Italy
  • $149.00
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    Saturday, February 9, 2008

    Want it... one small step for less wire on giant leap for fully charged stuff

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    The WildCharger™ pad is flat and thin with a conductive surface. Once a cell phone or other electronic device that is enabled with WildCharge technology is placed on the pad – anywhere on the pad and at any orientation – it will instantaneously receive power from the pad. It is that simple. And charging speed is the same as if the device is plugged to the wall!


    Enabling a portable electronic device with WildCharge technology is also simple. A WildCharge adapter attaches to – or outright replaces – the device’s back cover. This adapter has tiny external “bumps” (contact-points) that come in physical contact with the pad.


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    Friday, February 8, 2008

    Want it... if it's wrong for a wood chair to, give wood then I don't want to be right.

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    Design Within Reach - Eames Lounge & Ottoman
    Eames Lounge & Ottoman
    In continuous production since its introduction in 1956, the Eames Lounge Chair is widely considered one of the most significant designs of the 20th century. It was the culmination of Charles and Ray Eames' efforts to create a club chair using the molded plywood technology that they pioneered in the '40s. In Charles Eames' words, the vision was a chair with the "warm, receptive look of a well-used first baseman's mitt." The result has become the consummate lounge set, timelessly blending old-fashioned comfort and visionary modernism. Pairing soft, inviting leather with the sleek form of molded plywood, the seat is balanced on a five-star, die-cast aluminum base. All parts are replaceable by Herman Miller¿. This original is an authentic, fully licensed product of Herman Miller, Inc. Eames is a licensed trademark of Herman Miller.
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    Want it... Looks like a good place for my Eames chair.

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    Thinking of building a yourself an outdoor man room or office? Skip the normal, bland pre-fab game and check out the Kithaus K3 (starts at $29,500). This modern building uses a proprietary clamping system to make installation quick, easy, and virtually waste-free. All of the lightweight, anodized aluminum pieces are pre-cut and drilled in Southern California and shipped to you for on-site assembly, which takes only a few days. As a bonus, the Kithaus is built with eco-friendly materials, and you can order one complete with decks, canopies, and louvers for under $45,000; solar and furnished packages are also available. It's the ultimate adult treehouse.

    $29,500

    Kithaus K3

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    Thursday, February 7, 2008

    Want it...

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    Oregon Scientific's TimeLight is an atomic clock with a twist: It shows you its weather forecast in living color. For instance, if there's a sunny day coming up, it'll show you a corresponding icon in bright red. If it'll be rainy, purple's the color. Place its wireless sensor outside, and it'll show you the current temperature inside and out.

    Its crescendo alarm wakes you up gradually, and it projects its data onto your ceiling, automatically illuminating when the lights go out. If you haven't had a projection alarm clock showing the outside temp before, you might like to try it — somehow you feel more cozy, sung in your bed when you know it's 10 below zero out there. This one's pretty elaborate with a $100 price to match.

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