Leave ‘Em Hanging: Distinctive Wall Mounted Vases From 1012 Terra

Typically speaking, vases are absolutely nothing to get excited about.  But take 1 of the simplest of forms, make it angular and hang it on a wall, perhaps in a mosaic of sorts, and fill the lot of them with simple architectural flowers, and out of nowhere you’ve got a wall worth speaking about.  That’s the sort of thing that inspired today’s post, as a matter of truth.  These special wall mounted vases from 1012 Terra are as minimalist as can be, and that’s a large part of their charm: realizing that the much more pared-down a floral arrangement is, the a lot more visual effect it holds, the designers took the same approach with the rhombus-shaped vases themselves.  The outcome is a sublime, zenlike impact that would be equally at residence in a living room or an upscale spa.  Say founders Daisuke Tsumanuma and Kenichi Yamada: ”We started this brand to create products that mirror the continuous modifications of life, full of new discovery.” With such an simple, organic beauty to their wares, it surely appears they’ve succeeded in what they set out to do.

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It Is Purr-fect: The Wall Mounted Cat Bed From Akemi Tanaka

Anyone who’;s ever has a cat knows that these lofty creatures like a lofty view.  Their imperial natures seem to inform their lounging behaviors, often seeking the highest possible point in a home on which to perch and survey their kingdom.  Since they’;re going to do what they darn well please no matter what — and possibly knock a few things off the top of the refrigerator or bookshelves in the process — designer Akemi Tanaka decided to just give them what they want in the form of a comfy, cozy wall mounted cat bed fit for… well, royalty, of course.  Available in either walnut or maple, with 3 upholstery options apiece — black, brown or sherpa — The Curve can be affixed to the wall alongside regular wall art almost as if it were a piece of art in and of itself.  Also perfect for perching just beneath a windowsill that isn’;t quite wide enough to keep Mr. Whiskers comfortable, these inventive creations cater to your 4-legged friend’;s need to look down his or her cute, furry little nose at you from a perfect vantage point.  In fact, it’;s such a perfect answer to every feline’;s most basic need for height that we’;re betting even Grumpy Cat might be a little less cranky if he had one of these to lounge around on all day.  The Curve retails on Tanaka’;s website for $199. Replacement covers, available in 3 finishes, are $30 apiece.

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