Dodai

We couldn't help but share our discovery of the Dodai bench, from Peter Marigold. Part of the Japan Creative's Simple Vision exhibition at the Salone de Mobili 2012 and produced by Japan's Hinoki Kogei, the bench's most alluring feature is its spontaneous texture. Created through the process of simply splitting the massive Cypress timbers, the resulting surface is inherently unique and entirely intriguing. The seat, assembled with wooden rods and grass, can be rolled back and the bench's interior used for storage. For more information, visit Peter'st website here. Via Contemporist. Images courtesy of Nacasa & Partners.

A Kitchen to Travel With

Enter, the Bowlus Road Chief. Based on the 30's-era creation of William Hawley Bowlus (known for his role in designing both Charles Lindbergh's Spirit of St. Louis as well as the iconic Airstream trailer), this updated version of the original tow-along begins production this year, to the tune of $100,000. While sporting a similar polished look to the recognizable Airstream, the Chief is notable for its more streamlined aeronautic silhouette. And that's not all.

Predictably, we like the kitchen. While only demanding what looks to be about 15% of the total square footage, the Chief's stainless galley sports a two-burner glass cooktop, microwave, mini-fridge, and sink with a sprayer that reaches outside for the less-fussy dishwashers. And the adjacent convertible dining-booth-turned-sofa-turned-bunk, makes for a cozy meal with your travel buddies. More more, visit Bowlus Road Chief. Spotted first on the New York Times.

A Silverlake Bungalow

Spotted on The Kitchn, this is the second of many installments of our Can I Cram a Kitchen in There? series. This time, we're taking a look at the bungalow kitchen of Silver Lake resident and photographer, Tyler Parker. Bright, clean, and to the point - just the way we like it. Butcher block counters and dark wood floors lend some warmth to the otherwise bright white pallet, while bottles, jars, and cookbooks on the counter give the space personality. We recommend checking out the full tour at The Kitchen.

Checking in with Normann Copenhagen

Flip Mirror by Javier Moreno Studio

Droppit Hooks by Asshoff & Brogard Designstudio

Tablo Table by Nicholai Wiig Hansen

After coming across Spanish designer Javier Moreno's newly released Flip Mirror, we were doubly pleased to find out that it is only part of a batch of new additions to Normann Copenhagen's lineup. As always, Normann's products radiate a sense of simple, playful, and usually affordable design. For more visit, Normann Copenhagen. Via Dezeen.

Snug in London

Completed in July of last year, this home by the London firm Alma-nac is the latest feature in our ongoing series of small, but great spaces. Dealing with a lot only two and a half meters wide, the focus of the project, says Alma-nac partner Tristan Wigfall, was "ensuring that natural light was able to penetrate deep into the plan to create rooms that felt spacious and light." To this end, the roof tapers down almost from peak to ground level, allowing skylights to flood each floor with ample light. The narrowness of the space is thereby offset with the sunlight and the views of the outdoors. As far as economy of design goes, it does't get much better than this. For more visit Dezeen, or go straight to the source at Alma-nac.

Small and Effective

As part of our renewed focus on modest, functional kitchen design, we wanted to share with you this little gem from Charleston, Massachusetts-based Bunker Workshop. The firms founder and principal, Chris Greenawalt, was charged with accomodating a workspace, kitchen, and dining area into the 65 square-foot space. As you can see, nothing went to waste: The custom dish drying rack above the sink (Fabricated by Ohio Gratings Company) and the pull-out desk-turned dining table are prime examples. For more visit Bunker Workshop. Discovered first at Remodelista.