London: Wakaba Restaurant

Posted on June 14, 2005 Under Travel

Since 1987, Wakaba Restaurant has remained hidden behind a single curved acid-etched facade, a mysterious barrier between the restaurant and the busy street outside. Wakaba is a signature John Pawson design, minimalist to the max. For several years, the restaurant…

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London: The Library

Posted on June 9, 2005 Under Travel

I'm not exactly sure why they call "The Library" on Brompton Road in Chelsea, a library, because the only book I saw was Hardy Blechman's DPM/Disruptive Pattern Material book on a a shelf surrounded in Maharishi clothing. The Library, since…

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London: myhotels

Posted on June 8, 2005 Under Travel

During my time in London I'm staying at one of the myhotels, which is always a nice treat. The hotel was created to take hospitality to the next level through customization and unparalleled service. Before you arrive you fill out…

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Reporting from London, Lisbon and Berlin

Posted on June 7, 2005 Under Travel

Hi Everyone- I'm leaving in 7 hours, traveling for the next three weeks! I'll be hunting around London, Lisbon, and Berlin for the ultimate in everything from design to food. Don't worry, I'll be posting my finds regularly, and there…

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Normann Copenhagen

Posted on June 7, 2005 Under Travel

Normann, a Copenhagen based design firm has a slew of wonderful products--like this innovative funnel, designed by Boje Estermann. The funnel seems to be the kitchen contraption that never quite fits in any drawers, and looked unorganized floating around a…

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Harputs San Francisco

Posted on April 11, 2005 Under Travel

I spent this past weekend in San Francisco doing some "recon work", and I've got much to report--so look forward to more SF related posts this week. I stopped by nearly every hot sneaker spot in the area-- today I…

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Classickicks

Posted on March 18, 2005 Under Travel

Classickicks is one of my favorite sneaker and clothing boutiques in NYC. They have a stellar collection of some of the hottest sneakers around. They're very knowledgeable about all their stock-- The owners are sneaker collectors themselves. You can view…

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Google Maps

Posted on February 9, 2005 Under Travel

Google has done it again with their Google Maps. Another awesome addition to their lineup of tools. It does directions, business location, and is totally awesome. You can pan and zoom in and out on locations with ease. It's a…

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Seat Guru

Posted on November 16, 2004 Under Travel

Seat Guru is the ultimate resource for airplane seating and in-flight services. A resource that has made my travel bookmarks instantly. I am that guy that calls the night before to confirm my seats and push for an upgrade to…

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