Shaw's Original Fireclay Sink

• from $1,075
• Amazon.com

Ok, this is aspirational, but what a lovely sink! I took this pic at a friend's house and then traced it to an English factory that sells through a bunch of shops in the US (now Amazon too). I have never been a big sink person before, but I really like the soft edges, large size and warm feeling of this ("biscuit" is the color), which is made of "fireclay" - not enamel on iron - so that it is much tougher and is acid/alkali resistant. And they're handmade in Darwen, England since 1897.

The bowls come in all sorts of different sizes, so whether you've got a mansion or just a small place you want to feel like one, this is the end of your search.

Considering how penetrating each and every one of Apple's devices has been in the personal tech market, it's no wonder iTunes continues to make loads of money. It wouldn't happen without the individual contribution of each of iTunes' millions of users. But just how much app, song and movie money does each person contribute to Apple's world domination each year?

OYOY Silicone Placemats

• $28/set of 2
• Huset

When young kids are at the table, cleanup is more than sweeping up crumbs. I like easy-to-wash and easy-to-wipe silicone mats and am digging these stylish, Danish-designed ones from OYOY.

Modernist style is everywhere! And why not, it's a gorgeous era of design - with so many classic that deserve to be revisited and made enduring parts of our home. Unlike some fads or trends, this is one that will weather well in my house.

Product: Humanscale ZŌN Personal Air Purifier
Price: $239.00 (Amazon)
Rating: Recommend*

Doesn't it seem like every allergy season seems to be the worst ever? So when I was offered an opportunity to review the ZŌN Personal Air Purifier, I leapt at the chance. Initially previewed at the New York International Gift Fair 2013, the ZŌN stood out on the show floor, yet inaudible amongst the din of the show floor. Advertised as extremely quiet, yet effective for combatting allergens, I was definitely curious as an allergy sufferer myself about the ZŌN's effectiveness... 

Ranging from pristine and brilliant to aged, rubbed, and patinated, brass is the metal of many faces. Regardless of which finish you prefer, brass lighting is always an easy choice for a chic, eye-catching look. 

Sun Jar by Tobias Wong

• $30.05
• Amazon.com

I spotted this years ago, but wasn't moved. A few months ago, however, I saw things differently when I saw one in person and "got it." We've had one in the window of our new apartment ever since, where it is a sweet and surprising eternal, unwired, non-batteried nightlight. With a soft glow that can also go anywhere (it's watertight and weatherproof) this little thing is a great nightlight and a soon-to-be-tested outdoor summer find. Bright Idea: we're giving them to four year old and a seven year old at their birthday parties this weekend. :)

Trolling our super bad classifieds this evening I spotted this amazing offering: a mondo big Viking range for 20% of the retail price. These stoves last a lifetime and look cooler with age, so I would jump on this far quicker than a new one. Please don't be envious if you're not in MA, and, if you are, get on it. Speak to Emily: Viking Range - 6 Burner with Griddle!