What started off as a promising Kickstarter proposal turned up at last week's Dwell On Design as a finalized retail product. Modular wall plates made with lightweight polypropylene are mounted to the wall first, with storage components magnetically held using super strong neodymium magnets, offering a multitude of possibilities of mixing and matching storage and home gardening options for the home office, the living room, kitchen...actually anywhere in the home. More

Designer Taylor Donsker found inspiration in architectural drafting lamp, designing his Cantilevered Floor Lamp for adjustability while shining an array of bright white LED lights for reading or desk use.  The pivoting arm makes adjusting the angle easy, capable of 180 degree rotation with just an easy push up or downward.  More

This retro-styled beauty surprised me as I turned the corner while making the rounds, as I immediately recognized the aesthetic audiophile style from a recent preview post. Pickett Furniture's custom creation is even more beautiful in person than the sneak peak photos hinted... More

It's one thing to read about a product, view it online, or even preview it on video...but when it comes to finding the right desk, it's important to try it before you buy it. Especially true if you're planning to work from a standing desk that requires you to walk while you type and browse, just as I learned this past weekend at Dwell On Design... More

It's a good thing I didn't bring spending money, because there were some serious temptations on display at Dwell on Design (offered at a show discount, no less). I made a beeline from afar when I spied this eye-popping yellow planter from Wallter, which I now desperately want for my newly yellow door. I also came across an amazing ceramicist and learned more about cork. More

Sometimes seeing is believing, which is why I enjoy shows like Dwell on Design. Reading about a beautiful object is one thing, but actually experiencing it in person is a lot more convincing -- or not. Now that I'm back in Seattle, I finally had a chance to take another look at everything I saw in L.A. this weekend. Up first: lighting and fireplaces. More

There were some happy designers wandering around after the winners of Dwell's first-ever Modern World Awards were announced. Dwell on Design attendees got to check out the magazine's 25 finalists for the contest, staged against a plywood backdrop. The objects, which ranged from a bike rack to a classic chair, all had winning style, but only five took home a trophy. More

This past weekend's Dwell on Design Conference brought together heavy hitters from the design world, design up-and-comers and lovers of all things modern for a great show. It was inspiring and also totally overwhelming (in a good way) so if you missed it, here are some of our highlights. More

Despite its tiny footprint, the Modern Living Showhouse dominated the floor at Dwell on Design. The sustainable prefab home, designed by architect Jonathan Davis and curated by ecofabulous founder and eco-chic expert Zem Joaquin, proved that green living can be gorgeous, even for the chickens and bees. More

What are you doing this weekend? Dwell on Design, the West Coast's largest design event, takes place this weekend (June 24-26) at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles. Curated by the editors of Dwell Magazine, this fun-filled three-day event highlights the specialties of west coast living: forward thinking conceptual design, green building (and driving!), Asian design, outdoor living and garden spaces! More