Dear readers of Modern Flat…
I just recieved an email from ABSOLUT Vodka in regards to a promotional event that some might find interesting or even want to participate in. Instead of trying to re-write it for you, I’ve decided to just post the email in whole. That way you can get all the […]

Although it looks like a stylish seat cushion, it’s actually much more. Yes, this is a USB seat warmer!
Just in time for winter, from a company called Thanko. All you do is plug it into the nearest USB port and you’ve got heat. There’s even an on/off switch and a temperature control, so you don’t […]

Retro = Modern… well maybe not, but it could.
I’m a fan of interesting wallpaper. More acurately, I enjoy it more on other people’s walls than on my own but in either case, it can be quite nice. Personally I like fabric wall coverings and textured paper to regular wallpaper but I’m also partial to regular […]

The other day while browsing one of my favourite websites (Apartment Therapy), a particular post got my attention, a post on an unusual “garbage find”.
Someone found an Eames chair left out on the curb on garbage day! I can’t believe it, imagine. Alright, I admit, the idea of collecting other people’s “trash” isn’t too appealing […]

The other day I discovered a great website, Daily Painters. Every day there are new paintings listed (for sale) by artists… about 100 or so listed daily.
As far as the art is concerned, there’s a bit of everything so finding something to suit your taste and décor shouldn’t be too tough. You’ll probably see a […]

Check this out: The Electrolux Airwash
What is it? A washing machine of course! No, seriously.
It’s a washing machine that doesn’t use water. It washes clothes using compressed air and negative ions… or something like that. The design is inspired by a waterfall, go figure… it’s inspired by a waterfall, yet uses no water… It also […]

Oh yes, the name sounds naughty and you might even be embarrassed to say it in public; but don’t be, it’s a design icon of the 1990s… and makes a delicious glass of orange juice!
Yes! The Juicy Salif by Philippe Starck for Alessi is a design icon of the 1990s and is often purchased and […]