We’re having a BABY! In celebration of our news, here’s a fantastic set of wood baby rattles.  Hand made in by Earnest Efforts in Oregon, these toys are crafted from fallen timber, finished with non-toxic beeswax and filled with lentils or beans.  They have a wonderful musical tone and are fun even for adults. Available [...]

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Here’s a wonderfully cute critical analysis of couch cushion forts collected from around the internet: A brilliant synergy between the weighted foundation and the light tensile structure, this project impressed us with its attenuation of structure and bright interior spaces. The courtyard and formal entry are also well thought-out and provide a clear means of way-finding. Grade [...]

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It’s true.  I’m an Eames fanboy.  The couple and their productions were revolutionary in their approach to life and design, and their Case Study No. 8 house is no exception.  Now, House Industries (of typography fame) has produced a set of children’s blocks that puts that wonderful piece of architecture in your hands.  Screen printed [...]

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The Humunga ‘Stache.  Genius. (via swissmiss)

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It should come as no surprise that I love LEGO.  Anything that combines Danish design, toys and architecture is pretty sweet.  This new set called “Town Plan” contains three buildings central to any fictitious 1950′s town: a cinema, service station and town hall.  It’s complete with a few cars and even some newlyweds! Get yours [...]

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I have always loved the look of old fashioned bell alarm clocks, and the animal faces make these perfect for a kid’s room.  I’m partial to the orange monkey clock.  Available for $19 at The Touch, a vintage furniture store in the Mission neighborhood here in San Francisco.

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Like many kids, especially those who grew up to become engineers, LEGO blocks were a huge source of fun and inspiration for me.  In fact, I’ve never really stopped loving them, though I haven’t built or purchased any in a long time.  That’s all about to change. I nearly jumped out of my chair while [...]

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