Sketchpet

Saw this sketchbook online today (that supposedly fits on a keychain) for the tiny drawings/notes/breakthroughs that come to us oh-so-fantastic designers at the most bizarre moments when we're typically without a scrap of paper. (We've all been there, right?) At 150 pages, there's enough space to tide you over when you're away from your desk, while avoiding scribbling on your hand like a fool… though some habits are hard to break…

Link: product page @ maginwulf

Killer Library

I initially thought about posting about my "inspiration" found in the seattle public library as an instance of (what I believe to be) pretty darn awesome contemporary architecture. But as I thought about it, I realized that it might be more entertaining to offer an alternative (and unconventional) view, one that suggests the building is a place where people will die.

On the hazards of the 5th Avenue Enterance 'Climbing Wall': "Falling to the cement walkway from a height of about 20 feet and breaking one's back or neck; having one's neck or back broken by someone falling on you from such a height; the illusion that the library is a toy for children, that it is motherly, avuncular, respectful, therapeutic, or supportive, when in fact it's a deathtrap. "

I wish there was more architectural criticism as genuine as this.

Link: Article from The Stranger

"cardboard" stools

I just don't know what to think about this... soft/squishy chairs meant to look like cardboard boxes. I'll definitely give them points for creativity. I suppose it would be a great conversation piece to have at a party.

Link: product @ poaa

Pixelnotes

For a while I've thought that when I start designing places on my own I want to incorporate fun and innovative applications for otherwise mundane structure... Like this wallpaper by Duncan Wilson I ran across tonight!

"A wallpaper consisting of four layers of varying grey tones on a bright primary backing. Each layer is perforated in a grid format and backed with a tacky adhesive similar to ‘post-it’ notes. Pixelnotes is inspired by the way we work within a space. The walls become functional, an integrated noticeboard that documents our activity within the room. Pixelated formations and shapes develop according to our patterns of use."

This would be awesome for a home or professional office. Maybe even vary the size of the notes from small to large... as we creative types tend to need large spaces to scribble.

Link: Pixelnotes