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Recommended by cogg on Jan 10, 2007

The melted wax from this Ember candle is scented massage oil that is at a skin-safe temperature. I love the fact that the only clue to its real use is the subtle spout at one corner.

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Tags: candle, design, massage, massage oil, Valentine's Day

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/D117A5D6/872848B4/ Wed, 10 Jan 2007 12:31:48 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/139FA536/4D6B444E/Dot-Matrix-Watch

Recommended by cogg on Oct 31, 2006

I discovered this product through ThisNext and couldn't find a place to purchase it -- I finally found one. I finally found it at the LED Watch Stop!

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Tags: design, watches

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/139FA536/4D6B444E/ Tue, 31 Oct 2006 08:27:26 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/A91B734B/29D1CEB3/Carbon-Butterfly-Indoor-RC

Recommended by cogg on Sep 26, 2006

Wow. Gorgeous.

This ultra-light, ultra slow flying plane makes it possible to fly inside normal size rooms. It isn't cheap (~$300), but it supposed to be virtually indestructible and comes with a custom aluminum carrying case. There is a cheaper version, but it is made of materials that would be easier to damage.

The plane recharges off the transmitter which runs on AA batteries.

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Tags: design, RC, RC planes, toys

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/A91B734B/29D1CEB3/ Tue, 26 Sep 2006 11:04:13 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/0B1EF680/71128885/Umbra-Conceal-Bookshelf

Recommended by cogg on May 22, 2006

This bookshelf makes it look like your books are floating on air. I liked the look, but was suspicious that it might not be very usable... I bought one, tested it out, and now I have bought 4 more. (via Boing Boing)

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Lists: Geek Interior Design
Tags: bookshelf, design, minimalist

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/0B1EF680/71128885/ Mon, 22 May 2006 16:19:01 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/EF1C39E8/EFA28976/SeaGlass-4pc-Plate-Set

Recommended by cogg on Jan 29, 2006

I first saw these plates a year ago and have been lusting after them ever since. I have always liked the texture and look of sea glass. Combine that with the unusual shape and bold colors of these plates and it is irresistible.
I finally put in my order today.

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Lists: Geek Interior Design
Tags: design, dinnerware, entertaining, glass

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/EF1C39E8/EFA28976/ Sun, 29 Jan 2006 23:35:49 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/644F114C/82FA3EF4/Optimus-keyboard

Recommended by cogg on Jan 11, 2006

Simply beautiful.

This keyboard allows you to change what each key shows (each key is a little color display). This would be very helpful in learning to be productive in programs like Photoshop that are keyboard intensive if you want to be fast.

This is available 2/2006. The only thing that would make me pass on it is if the tactile response is not good.

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Tags: computing, design, keyboard

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/644F114C/82FA3EF4/ Wed, 11 Jan 2006 17:19:02 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/93AF96D2/D6418CE2/Tog-on-Interface

Recommended by cogg on Nov 23, 2005

This book introduced me to "discount usability testing." Now I get feedback early and often on my designs. (via Craig Ogg)

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Lists: Product Design Books that Inspired Me
Tags: book, design

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/93AF96D2/D6418CE2/ Wed, 23 Nov 2005 19:19:10 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/A5A7B1B2/B6F08A54/Envisioning-Information

Recommended by cogg on Nov 23, 2005

This book helped me understand the "narrative" of information graphics. A must read if you present data visually. Tufte's other books are all worthwhile. (via Craig Ogg)

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Tags: book, design, graphics

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PermaLink ]]> cogg http://www.thisnext.com/item/A5A7B1B2/B6F08A54/ Wed, 23 Nov 2005 19:19:03 PDT http://www.thisnext.com/item/99282C98/43DF9FA9/The-Design-of-Everyday-Things

Recommended by cogg on Nov 23, 2005

This book will change the way you look at the world. A good introduction to cognitive psychology's role in design. (via Craig Ogg)

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Tags: book, cognitive psychology, design

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