The Cross contemporary round glass top dining table is the second of two tables by designer Matthew Hilton that features an asymmetrical solid oak base constructed of two interlocking pieces. Designed to seat four, the Cross table offers ample leg space thanks to a recessed pedestal base that supports a ½ inch thick top. Match with the Profile Chair or Cross Credenza for a complete modern dining room .Available in Natural Oak, or Wenge as shown H 28.5" Diameter 47.25" $1100 from Design Within Reach
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The UV toothbrush holder and sanitizer is a great way to limit the amount of "germs" on a toothbrush. The appliance uses ultra-violet rays to zap away bacteria, fungi, and viruses. Toothbrushes that are contaminated with germs can cause health issues from a common cold to disease transmission. Germs love damp environments, and with toothbrushes, they are almost always damp from morning and evening use. The UV toothbrush sanitizer is also a bonus for children who seem more susceptible to becoming ill from germs. This appliance takes two AA batteries and retails for under $40. More information: here.
You can't have to much kitchen storage space, especially if you are in a small space like an apartment or loft environment. Designer Jan Hoekstra's "Kitchen Organizer" from the Design Within Reach kitchen series offers a lot of intricate storage options all in a convenient trolley on wheels. Hoekstra included usable features like storage bins for unprepared foods, FSC-certified wood cutting boards and knife storage slots, as well as hooks for hanging pots and pans all on locking wheels for easy transport. Wire racks can be rearranged to accommodate your individual storage needs. H 35.5" W 24" D 18" $800 From DWR.com
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Each of us probably knows a "germaphobe" who is bothered by thinking about who has touched what item. The perfect gift for them is this portable sanitizer that acts as a wand using UV rays to eradicate germs. Now the person I can think of uses the trusted can of Lysol. When traveling, the whole hotel room is Lysol-ed including the bathroom, TOILET, pillows, sheets, door handles, and mattress. Does this sound a bit extreme - maybe? Then again most of us that do not suffer from this phobia are able to not think about the mental images. If we were do go "CSI" on a hotel room for example, there might never be any guests to a hotel again. Another quick example is the table surface at your favorite restaurant or bistro. If you take your napkin out and place it in your lap, you may have to lay your clean silverware down onto a dirty table surface. This is where the portable sanitizing wand can come in handy. It is small enough to fit in a purse or briefcase and can be used quite quickly on a keyboard or other public area. It operates like a switchblade knife and when closed is 4 1/2" long. Price: $70. Buy product: here.
Lately there have been some really outstanding modern pool tables that have gone far beyond the typical and set a new standard of design to take the game into the 21st century. The G-1 is obviously like no other pool table which is evident at first glance of the fusion of new technology and a patented resin glass top playing surface. I really like the raw look of the G-1 that offers a view of the integrated ball return that most pool tables conceal. The transparent 15mm thick Vitrik playing surface is toughened so it's 4 to 6 times stronger than standard glass and features a beautiful exposed polished edge. Other features include International BCA specification pockets, K-66 bumpers, and official playing area size and height. $40,000 US See more here
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