who doesn’t like a good tube top? well, lamp that is. i like these little pablo tube top lamps at design public ($100-$270)- the smooth acrylic base is joined by a modern mesh shade that makes for a simple, stylish lamp. available in a dark and light version, the lamp can be pre-ordered on the site right now for delivery in august.

[for some more cool lighting, check out this range on my hg blog today]

i’m editing yesterday’s podcast so i’m going to have a cup of tea and work with audacity. be back in a bit, but in the meantime, what a lovely teapot for your tea! $49.95 at herb and ginger (a great online tea shop). enjoy!

i love these horn bowls at sprout home. the only problem is i’m really uncomfortable with the idea of using water buffalo horns for decoration. does anyone know of any good faux horn resources? i’ve seen similar looks made of plastic, but can’t seem to find any good ones online. some people are unfortable even with the idea of faux horn, but i really like the look and find the plastic versions to be just as stylish without the horn harvesting and with the added bonus of a cheaper price tag.

lots of reader recs this week- summer’s coming so people are redecorating and traveling. if you have any feedback or tips for the following readers, feel free to share. thanks guys!

• d*s reader erin is heading to china for vacation. she’ll be in beijing and shanghai- anyone have great design ideas for that area? (frida?)
• colleen is looking for a great modern fireplace for her home. something not too space-agey but still sleek and modern. ideas below 2k would be awesome.
• andree is looking for a chic, design-friendly b&b in the cape cod area, but may also be open to great stylish b&b’s in new hampshire, rhode island and maine. any ideas?
• and last but not least, meredith is looking for a great upholstered chair: “I’m in the market for a new chair!! Something comfy, but clean (ie, not terribly overstuffed). I love the Grace Chair at Room and Board, but my couch is black and my floors are dark, so I think some color (and even pattern!) could be good. My price range on this is probably up to about $900 and I’m definitely looking for quality. I’m desperate for ideas! Thank you!!!”

i’ve been digging alexander henry fabrics lately. they’re a little out there, but there are some cool ones mixed in there. i’m loving “lady’s chambers” these days. totally girly, but perfect for upholstering a vanity seat or a curtain in a feminine bathroom. i love the black and white. available right here! enjoy! [i’m running out to record a podcast, back tomorrow!]

as ac can tell you, i have something of an obsession with the discovery channel show “deadliest catch” about the brave alaskan crab fisherman who risk their lives on the open seas. as someone who is afraid of even pool water, their life’s work is unbelievably amazing to me. i had the chance to become acquainted with one of the show’s deckhands (aboard the ship rollo) via email and found out he’s also a phenomenal photographer. corey arnold decided to make his living working aboard the rollo while continuing to pursue photography on a freelance basis. his work is a must-see and transports you to a different place and time entirely. i suggest checking out the arctic photographs. i have the utmost respect for these fisherman and tip my hat to corey arnold and his phenomenal work (on and off the rollo). [thanks, corey!]

frida at husmusen mentioned a great swedish design firm called sandberg yesterday. after browsing through their site i stumbled upon some great red, white and black patterns in their fabrics. i’m loving the red/white/black look these days, but done with sort of a scandinavian influence and nice clean lines. nothing too 80’s (which is possible if you go too nuts with the red and black). you can click here to browse the site- lots of great inspiration photos.

i’m nuts about twenty2’s promenade and peekaboo wallpaper. launched at icff this year, i’ve mentioned promenade in it’s saucy red colorway but just found these gorgeous palm beach inspired colors that make me want to lounge poolside with cocktails. they’ll be out soon, but if you’re interested in ordering you can contact twenty2 here for orders and pricing. enjoy!