cool product :: inspired naturally

I'm liking these nature inspired coffee cups. Relaxing, peaceful, zen like - just what we all  need before our morning kick of joe ;)

Get them over at accessoryseen via justseen,

cuz they're JUST COOL! Of course.

cool product:: cutlery camps out

I must be going on my umpteenth utensil holder in my kitchen. Over the years, it's been a  varietable roller coaster ride for my meat fork and spatula as my taste in styles have changed. My utensils have enjoyed nesting places from sleek and sophisticated stainless steel cylinders to quaint hand thrown pottery crocks. Time for a change again - I think they might enjoy this one - funky whimsical and -  just like the real Swiss Army Knife, the  Swissarmius is useful and functional as well.

Swissarmius has four sections to hold everything! Leave it to Art.Lebedev Studio. JUST COOL!

cool product :: breakfast machine

The Japanese Breakfast Machine?

Those Japanese are so smart...cuz this breakfast maker is JUST COOL!

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Kitchens :: kitchen in a cupboard

Just the smallest kitchen evah! The Mini Kitchen.

Yestertec Design Company builds a complete mini-kitchen  concealed inside it's Kitchen Armoire that can be custom styled to blend with the décor of any interior. This clever U.L. listed "kitchen in a cupboard" conceals a solid surface worktop with an under-mounted stainless sink, a 2-burner 120V cooktop, an over-the-range 120v oven/hood, an under-counter refrigerator, and a dishwasher/drawer for ample storage, to boot! Everything you need to get cooking in your small space. It may seem pricey at around $10,000 but when you consider the price of a new kitchen installation, even just a kitchen remodel, it's a steal. And you can take it with you when you move. Great for a guest house, in law apt., even your inhome office. How JUST COOL is this?!

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shopping :: great gifts from a cool shop

I found some cool gift items for the cook in your life over at Merchant 4 for under $50.00! This shop has some beautifully functional kitchen accessories that look great in the kitchen, add a modern twist and make whipping up a meal fun too. I love the little "hand soaps" too - won't they be a surprise in the guest bathroom! ;)

Acacia Wood Measuring Spoons

This gorgeous measuring spoon set from ChaBaTree is the perfect gift for that special someone who loves to cook. Using both metric and imperial measurements, these acacia (monkey pod wood) spoons are also easy to maintain by cleaning in warm soapy water. $24.00

Marinetopia Wood Cake Stand

This striking Acacia wood cake stand is a unique display for your baking creations. Mid-century modern lovers will appreciate the lines of this piece. Make your treats the center of attention! $50.00

Hand Soap Pairs

Our favorite artist, Marie Gardeski, is at it again with her new Hand Soap Pair. These whimsical soaps are the size of a bar of soap and created with goats milk glycerin. Available in three shades. We've still got her Hand Soap sets, which contain 10-12 mini-hands per bag..both adorable! $21.00

Honey I'm Home Magnetic Key Catcher

Designer, Arik Levy always makes us smile. His Honey, I'm Home magnetic key 'catcher' simply fastens to the wall next to your door so you'll never lose your keys again. No gift is better than a gift that improves your peace of mind! $39.00

Merchant 4 is JUST COOL!

cool product :: canape carrier

Awww...my love for multi-tasking knows no limits! Even when it comes to balancing the shrimp toast with the Dom Perignon. With holiday parties coming up, this balancing act is no problem because there's a sweet little appetizer accessory called Fingerfood. A mini plate perched elegantly on a simple ring that fits right onto your finger. Fred sells it over at Fred and Friends and it was designed by that fingerfood guru genius, Ken Goldman. One size fits most all and you get ten reusable plates per handy peggable pack.

It's deliciously JUST COOL!

cool product :: bending the rules for paper towels

Instead of hiding the paper towels away or on the usual stainless steel towel holder or that ugly plastic thing underneath the cupboards, why not spice things up a bit with these JUST COOL utilitarian paper towel holders from Neon. These are so cool they'd even look good right on the table, where you really need them!


So simple, yet so elegant.




A design exclusive from Neon Design, available in Denmark at 4house

Cool Products :: 2008 kitchen gadget winners

Kitchen Devotees will love these JUST COOL gadgets that won the bronze at the 2008 International Design Excellence Awards (IDEAs)

Blooop is a sink stopper that reflects the beauty of the water it holds. The bottom of the stopper has a tapered plug that guides it into the drain hole. The disk-like surface seals off against the drain to keep water in the sink. The user releases the water by grabbing Blooop’s stem and pulling it out of the drain. This one is still in the concept stages and was designed by Lunar Europe (Germany). Hope it comes out soon!

The Wilton Rolling Pin was designed for professional bakers (and people who enjoy baking), this patent-pending product is the first fully submersible, dishwasher-proof rolling pin on the market. The nonslip handles provide a sure grip during use. Pressing a button on the side allows the handles to be removed for efficient cleaning. A nonstick roller results in improved performance and easy clean-up. The Wilton Rolling Pin is an example of good design transforming an age-old tool into a new, ergonomic, more efficient product.

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I'm wanting one of these! Good Grips Silicone Cooking Colander is a unique, all-in-one product. The colander is easily collapsed and deployed, with a pop-and-punch interaction that is both useful and fun. The traditional, familiar hanging basket form has been updated with a pop-up silicone basket. A long rubberized handle keeps hands away from heat, increasing safety and comfort. This design allows parboiling, boiling, blanching, steaming, straining and cooling to be done with one tool. When collapsed, the low profile colander also allows compact storage in cramped quarters.

Good Grips Silicone Cooking Colander is 19.99
Buy it here at Amazon.com and it's eligible for free shipping too!

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cool product :: small but mighty - eco-cook

When DesignBoom put out the call for entries in it's DINING in 2015 Contest, designer Kechenyi Camille cooked up a great idea. The Eco-Cook won honorable mention in the contest, sustainably addressing both energy and water consumption while cooking.

"In a unique pot, the eco-cook divides into 2 or 3 spaces using nylon and silicon heat resistant perforated dividing containers and boils different food at the same time. Thereby, water and gas or electricity are saved. Moreover when food is taken out of the eco-cook, it will automatically drain out, saving precious time"

I hope someone picks up on this idea because I'm always " free forming" it in my pot and end of fishing out the carrots from the broccoli. Keeps your pots down to a minimum too.

Check out the other entries here>>>>

Thanx DesignBoom

BREAKFAST PRINTER

For the designaholic in you, this innovative toaster / printer is just what you ordered up for breakfast.

'..made of aluminium and plastics, Zuse is a toaster equipped with optical sensor which activates digital toasting once it senses the presence of bread. Inspired by the early matrix printers and designed to work as a traditional print maker, it burns line-by-line black and white pictures with 12 by 12 pixel resolution into the toast. Comes with a memory chip which stores multiple images...'

from inseq design, courtesy of appliantcist

KITCHEN WIDGET

My kitchen is dated. A hodge podge of mismatched cabinets and appliances. But get a gander of this one. It spins, it cooks, it cleans, it makes coffee and chops veggies. It cools your wine and warms last nights leftovers. And all in a minute amount of precious space. Maybe we'll see it on next years roster of info-mercials bearing the RONCO label. All I know is - I WANT ONE! It is JUST COOL!

The winning entry in DesignBoom's kitchen is the heart of the home contest you can see more here>>>>>