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Foam Bowl

A bowl that looks like a big white sponge -- everybody wants one! Designed by Marcel Wanders and made by Moooi, the idea for the Foam Bowl started as an experiment and turned into something beautiful. Created by soaking a sponge in liquid porcelain, letting it dry, and then firing it hot enough to burn the sponge away, the result is a sponge "skeleton," or a bowl that looks like it's made of foam. Pure white and porous, you'll want to be careful how much you handle it and what (if anything) you put in it. 2.25" x 8.25", $220.

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Tags: bowl, decor, dining, foam, kitchen, michael wanders, MichaelWanders, moooi, table, wanders

Herman Miller Coconut Chair

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Filed under: Decor

The Coconut Chair consists of a soft, leather-upholstered, foam rubber cushion supported by a molded plastic shell. The shell sits atop chrome-plated stainless steel legs. Its shell-like shape cradles the body, allowing you to rest comfortably, though it does not restrict movement in any way. It would go perfectly in a modern, but masculine, study or office where it would give visitors a chance to relax or casual meetings to take place. Price: $3,495.

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Tags: chair, coconut, coconut chair, foam, herman miller, leather, lounge

Flowerpower Fan

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Filed under: Gadgets

Flowers with functionality, like the Sarah Clock, are something we wouldn't mind seeing more of. Somehow, flowers make things a little more fun. They can also brighten up a room, as the Flowerpower Fan does in each of its six bright colors. Far more aesthetically pleasing than the fan you might have had back in your dorm room at college, the fan blades on this 3-speed fan are made from high-density foam, meaning that they are safe enough to not require enclosure in a metal cage. It also means that, unlike more traditional fans, these are easy to clean and will not simply push dust around. Price: £395.

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Tags: fan, flower, foam, gadget, summer

Canine Cooler Pet Beds

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Filed under: Pets

As the days get hotter and summer approaches more and more rapidly, we can remove layers and lounge around in shorts and tanks, but our pets can't do the same. When you live in a hot climate, it isn't uncommon to see dogs panting in the shade or cats sprawled in a dark room with a cool, tiled floor in the heat of the day. To make your furry friend more comfortable, think about something like the Canine Cooler Pet Bed. The bed is "paw-proof" and filled with a patented thermoregulating material, which stays cool regardless of the surrounding temperature. It is padded with a soft, thick foam that can conform to the shape of a pet's body, making it not only comfortable, but a good choice for older pets and those with joint problems. Price: $45-85, depending on size.