Do you sit at a desk all day? Would you like to stand up and work sometimes? You can have it both ways. The right desk can make it easy to switch between sitting and standing. The GeekDesk may just be the right desk.

This metal-frame desk adjusts from 26 inches to 46.5 inches in height, at the touch of a button. A built-in electric motor does the gruntwork. Making it easy to raise or lower is not just a luxury. It means you will adjust it because you can. You can change your work position during the day — a much healthier way to spend the day than either sitting or standing.

The GeekDesk’s work surface is not stingy, either. It comes in either 63- or 78.5-inch widths, 31.5 inches deep. A GeekDesk Mini version (47.25 x 31.5 inches) is also available. The steel frame has a silver powder-coated finish, and the top is a beechwood veneer with a UV-hardened clear lacquer.

GeekDesk and GeekDesk Mini : $799 and $749, respectively.

[Elevate Your Work]

Form and function join seamlessly in the multi-stage ANDREA air filter. Not only is the air purified naturally by any household plant, the design also incorporates the plant’s water and soil in the filtration process. In addition to combining the natural purifying capabilities of plants with the latest technology, ANDREA has a sleek design suitable for the home or office. It requires little power to operate, never needs replacement filters, and absorbs and biochemically alters toxins into clean, fresh air.

ANDREA was invented in 2007, as a combination art and science project, by Mathieu Lehanneur and David Edwards. It was on exhibit at New York’s Museum of Modern Art and won Popular Science’s Invention of the Year award in 2008.

[ANDREA Air]
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A modern design classic, the Ooob effectively combines aesthetics, ergonomics and functionality, all at an accessible price. Tactile – The Ooob feels pleasing to the touch. It’s almost a shame to keep it on the floor. Gentle – Unlike wedges the Ooob’s rubber skin doesn’t scratch your floors, doors or furniture. Thoughtful – Unlike wedges the Ooob does not damage the bottom edge of doors. Multi-functional – The Ooob can be used as a bookend. Staying Power – The Ooob’s streamlined form and heavy weight minimise any chance of you knocking it out of place by accident.

[The Ooob Doorstop & Bookend]

The ability to work from home is a trend that is here to stay. Technology allows it, legislation permits it and employers often now encourage it. An OfficePOD provides a working environment that is separate to home life. The hassle free OfficePOD service deals with everything from site survey and installation through to customer services and POD relocation in the case of moving house or employer.

[OfficePOD]

Ever wished you could admire more than just the spines of your book collection? Display your favorites in this wall-mounted, specially designed book frame, (three in a row look stunning!) Everyone has a favorite book; maybe one with an iconic cover, a much loved childhood book or perhaps even, one you’ve written! Measures approximately 8.25″ x 6.55″.

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Keep all of your loose ends tied up with these plastic fantastic hooks. Produced in the 70s in a selection of bold colors, they look great as a group on the wall. Hang all your favorite bits of paper on them, stand back and admire.

[Office Hooks]

The calendar is fully functional, with days of the week and all major U.S. holidays marked and weekends bolded for easy reference. The calendars make a big statement at 48″ tall x 18″ wide. The Bubble Calendar is appropriate for any design (and fun) conscious home or office.  Just make sure that jealous friends and co-workers don’t pop your bubbles!

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Stumped for a gift idea? Try a stump. These woodsy Point a la Ligne candles look like actual stumps but, incredibly, are made of wax! Two sizes, tall (12.25″ high x 7″ diameter) and low (7.5″ high x 11″ diameter). Get enough of them and you’ll think you’re in the woods.

[Low Wooden Log Candle]

[Ceramica Palopo Hand Painted Espresso Cups]

Embody lets your body move and keeps you well supported, because your mind works best when you move freely and stress is minimized on your muscles, bones, and tissues. Blood circulates better, heart rate goes down, more oxygen flows to the brain, and there is no distracting discomfort or physical constraint. That’s critical in our idea economy where innovation drives success and people get paid for their thoughts and creativity.

[Herman Miller Embody Chairs]

The Embody story began in the design studio of Jeff Weber and the late Bill Stumpf. They had an idea: ‘What if a design could go beyond just minimizing the negative effects of sitting? What if we designed a chair that positively impacts your life so you can work and live better?”

Stumpf, designer or co-designer of Herman Miller’s Aeron, Equa, and Ergon work chairs, came to Herman Miller with the idea and said, “I think I have one more in me.” Stumpf passed away in 2006. Working closely with a cross-functional team from Herman Miller, Weber carried on. As Embody’s designer, Weber gave the chair its function and form, building on Stumpf’s inspiration.

Their idea arose out of their approach to design. “You can’t design without empathy,” says Weber, who also designed Herman Miller’s Caper chair. “Since design has become more technology based, we’ve had to sit in our chairs in front of computers for longer periods of time–just like everyone else. We identify with the problems people have as a result of sitting, and we identify with their need to produce ideas.”

Throughout the development of Embody, over 30 professionals contributed a range of expertise. Physicians and PhDs in the fields of biomechanics, vision, physical therapy, and ergonomics helped test hypotheses, review prototypes, and conduct studies that helped guide the development of the first health-positive chair.