Apartment Therapy: plastic, rubber & high-tech

Marble Top Anti-Fatigue Mats

A friend recently told of her idea to buy a custom-sized runner for the kitchen. Originally she was looking at a series of floor carpet squares, then she decided the "runner" really needed to offer su...

Look!: Hosewares by Chase DeForest

Who knew a garden hose could look so plush? Chase DeForest is a Denver-based sculptor who's buying more supplies at the garden shop than an art store. Jump down for more baskets and other impressive...

Lunablocks Human-Sized Legos

Yesterday's architectural Lego masterpiece got us wondering if there was indeed any Lego-made furniture. A search quickly revealed one better: The recently released Lunablocks. These Lego-inspired, lo...

Ceilume Smart Tiles by Empire West

Why should walls have all the fun? Drop ceilings usually aren't the most attractive option but they're often a necessary evil. But Ceilume Smart Ceiling Tiles by Empire West, Inc. are stepping up th...

Green Idea: Recycled Rugs

One move toward going green is to use what already exists. We can understand why you wouldn't necessarily want a used rug but what about a recycled one? Here are some options worth retreading: The...