The Elements Of A Home

Have you ever been curious about the stories behind your everyday household objects and furnishings? From the importance of the clink of ice in a cocktail shaker to the devilish development of cutlery, Amy Azzarito’s book The Elements of a Home: Curious Histories behind Everyday Household Objects, from Pillows to Forks tells the tales of more than 60 ordinary furnishings and objects you have never thought twice about. Brimming with amusing anecdotes and absorbing trivia, this captivating collection is a treasure trove of curiosities.

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GIFT IDEAS | FOR THE DRINKER

Running out of gift ideas? do you have a friend or family member that is a heavy drinker or wine/cognac/whiskey connoisseur? we rounded up some of our favorite picks from our "drink" section, here are some Drink Fanatic related gifts. Product details after the jump....
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KACHI LODGE

Located in the world’s largest salt flat, there is a new and surreal colony of luxury domed pods that will make your fantasy of living on the Moon almost come true. Set in Uyuni Salt Flats, the most breathtaking natural landscape of Bolivia, Kachi Lodge is the first luxury lodge of its kind on the Bolivian Altiplano. The lodge boasts 6 luxury bedroom domes and an oversized lounge dome set up on a wooden deck above the dazzling surface of the Salar, an impressive a...
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ORBIT TURNTABLE

Based in Massachusetts, U-Turn Audio is a startup making high-end audio accessible to more people. They make straightforward and elegant belt driven record players for the vinyl enthusiast, all you have to do is turn it on and lower the stylus. Known for its traditional yet modern look, the Orbit Turntable is becoming a timeless design, it is available with an acrylic base or hardwood, and features the award-winning Ortofon 2M Red cartridge, and a transparent acryli...
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