Christina Butty

Available at a Vans retailer near you in the near future is the Sk8 Mid Fur. As part of the Fall/Winter 2009 Collection Vans Surf collection, these kicks have the fuzziness of sherpa boots mixed with the… MORE

To celebrate their tenth anniversary GQ Italy went splashy this October. After working with ten different graphic designers they created ten different magazine covers to celebrate their milestone. The… MORE

Created as an entry for the Prefab 20*20 competition the EcoMobi: Modular Housing System came out on top. The EcoMobi: Modular Housing System was built as a home solution for 2 adults that was freestanding… MORE

After seeing Adam Wojtalik’s proposal for the Delft University of Technology’s Faculty of Architecture, I had to wonder if he is or was a skater. When I first saw the pictures I thought that I was looking… MORE

Steam Whistle Brewery has been a long time supporter of the underground art scene in Toronto, Canada. Last weekend, they held a show at a hipster gallery called ‘The Baitshop’ to show off some of the… MORE

Singaporean designers put a new spin on the old ‘picture of the boss in the office’ when they splashed a drawing of the ad agency founder, Leo Burnett, across the walls and floor. This project by Ministry… MORE

Maggie’s Centre, a cancer care centre in London, has won the RIBA Stirling Prize for the best building designed by a British architect. Designed by architects Rogers Stirk Harbour + Partners, Maggie’s… MORE

This FeexVaas by Vij5 comes with three interchangeable tops to accomodate any length of flower. A smart and beautiful design, this past Saturday the FlexVaas won the category of Best Consumer Product at… MORE

The Karamel Sans CE typeface is created by pouring liquid caramel onto glass. Karamel Sans CE Typography by Marta MaÅ¡tálková is available in time for the holiday season and they are also handy for… MORE

Vans has taken their sneakers to a whole other level with these SK8- Hi Fringe shoes. Mixing together the look of Native American moccasins with their Sk8-Hi silhouette, the shoes solve the dilemma that… MORE

Sleek simple design has been in fashion for quite a while now, but this Bovet Sportster Saguaro Tourbillon Watch is elaborately detailed by design. Alongside the design details, the Bovet Sportster Saguaro… MORE

These t-shirts that honor jazz legend John Coltrane are available on October 22. For this collection Supreme Clothing has teamed up with the John Coltrane foundation to create these pieces. Coltrane’s… MORE

This season Rhythm footwear launched a new version of their Baguette boots which have updates like a sheepskin lining, a trio of velco straps and a suede upper. The results of the Baguette boots are… MORE

As a part of the third portion of their Fall/ Winter release, Japanese brand Whiz released these ads with the models' faces ominously missing. The result is kind of creepy, but it really shows off the… MORE

If you live in the UK and have money to invest in gold, bouillon bars are now available as close as the local Harrods. This move comes as part of a collaboration with Produits Artistiques Metaux Precieux… MORE

Takashi Murakami is typically known for his manga-esque, cutesy art pieces. At his new exhibition at the Gagosian gallery in New York titled, “Picture of Fate: I Am But A Fisherman Who Angles in the Darkness… MORE

When Shake Appeal set out to create their Fall/ Winter 2009 lookbook they found inspiration in the work of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking book “The Origin of Species.” While the clothing is brilliant… MORE

The Solar Powered Bamboo Dollhouse is a bit extreme, but it is very cute and practical. Not only is it made out of bamboo, but the Solar Powered Dollhouse also uses solar-powered LEDs to illuminate its… MORE

There are some folks who enjoy a challenge, while others need to know how things work. To satiate these curious people, we present the Ice Tube Clock Kit. Available for $70, this clock features a Russian… MORE

There are a lot of situations where it is extremely dangerous for one person to help another. The threat is often too high in earthquake wreckage and bad car accidents. Now to assist humans in peril comes… MORE

A spinoff of the whole eco issue has been a concern over the conservation of water. Toilet water falls into this category, with people going to icky lengths to save water. The Brondell Perfect Flush… MORE

Upcycling is usually done with everyday house hold objects that everyone has lying around, but the Super Guppy Street light takes this fad to an interesting new place--construction. Created out of a… MORE

If you are looking for an affordable, eclectic lighting fixture, this Cheese Grater Light could be a win. It would probably be a great night light, since it would disperse the direct light on the wall.… MORE

While at first glance this may seem like a regular cake platter, this handy serving dish is more than it appears. The Deni 4100 Musical Cake Tray helps to slice cakes into perfect pieces, and even plays… MORE

Fine jewelry has a limited market, especially in uncertain economic times. In order to compete, and gain valuable clientele, jewelers have to find new ways to promote their craft. Hence brown gold jewelry.… MORE

Other Criteria is bringing high art to the masses with the Damien Hirst Large Spot Clock. Hirst is an art world heavyweight whose work is usually priced well out of reach of the typical consumer. Other… MORE

Times have changed for eco-conscious fashionistas searching for the perfect line of vegan bags. Designer duo Matt & Nat have released a line of vegan bags made from recycled plastic water bottles. All… MORE

Bodner Chandeliers are more like sculptures than simple lighting fixtures. Jessica Kay Bodner, the proprietor, is an award winning artist from Ventura, California, whose work often references nature. The… MORE

This latest installment from the Billionaire Boys Club continues their Space Beach and Ice Cream collections. Both themes are stylish and well thought out. The pieces in the Ice Cream collection have… MORE

Hellz T-shirts for Fall 2009 feature “The Gentleman, The Philosopher, The Pervert, and the Rebel.” There are a few problems with this: gentlemen don’t wear t-shirts, philosophers don’t believe in showing… MORE

As part of Tent London 2009, Warsaw-based Polish designer Piotr Stolarski displayed these wooden planks with multiple timepieces embedded in each of them. The Piotr Stolarski Log Clock is customizable;… MORE

In Poland, when a home is complete, a wreath is hung on the roof to let the world know. Agnieszka Lasota’s wreath project plays on this tradition, since it is meant to be used when a user has finished… MORE

While these jewelry pieces are already stunning pieces of art, accessory connoisseurs will salivate to learn that they are made from veridian galuchat (stingray/shark) leather. Crafted by de Grisogono… MORE

For those who always wanted the strength of the Hulk, this may be your lucky day because of the Power Loader Exoskeleton. A Japanese company called Activeink (which is a Panasonic subsidiary) has created… MORE

Some folks are religious about their tea and take great care in crafting the perfect cup. For folks who will only accept the best, the Bugatti Tea Kettle is arguably the best tea kettle on the market.… MORE

Retailing for under $50 is this Talking Teaching Alarm Clock that will help your tyke learn to read a clock in no time. While the clock does come with the typical functions of a working alarm, 10-minute… MORE