Friday, December 8, 2006

Designy recycling center.

Man, I would love one of these. Unfortunately, $328 to replace my $20 IKEA recycling bins is a little steep. Maybe if the price comes down...


The home recycling center with compaction and collection. Designed by BMW Designworks, the ecopod will clean up the way you recycle with its eco-chic design and functionality. After dropping an aluminum can or plastic bottle in the top opening, press the ecostep to hear the sweet sound of compaction. As the ecostep releases, the redeemable container automatically falls into the enclosed collection bin. Open the door and remove the bin for collection or redemption. Glass, paper and other recyclable items can be stored in the removeable bins inside the top lid.

ecopod.org ecopod e1 (White) :: Home Recycling Center

Thursday, December 7, 2006

Happy Birthday, Tom Waits.

I doubt he'll stop by, but you never want to miss a chance to wish Mr. Waits a happy birthday.


b. December 7, 1949

Pitchfork Feature: Interview: Tom Waits

Etherial collage works by Johann Fournier.





ether elegia :: les ponts de mer

(via wood s lot)

You are not alone.


Noisy Decent Graphics: The Design Disease

(via co-worker and pal extraordinaire, Czeltic Girl.)

How To: Wrap Your Hot Pipes with Rope

I love old apartments, but they do come with their flaws. So, I LOVE this post in Apartment Therapy, solving the problem of obtrusive, ugly pipes. Simple, textured and lovely.


How To: Wrap Your Hot Pipes with Rope