Doesn’t the shape of the Pretzel Bench have you craving crunchy pretzels?

Designed by Abie Abdillah of Indonesia, the Pretzel Bench is made from 100% rattan. In his country of Indonesia, rattan is an abundant resource that accounts for 70% of the entire world’s supply.

Abdillah explains details about rattan, how it is a natural material that while strong, it also has the ability to bend and stretch, like a pretzel. He designed the twisty shape of the Pretzel Bench to exemplify this unique quality of rattan.

For more information on Abie Abdillah, and to take a look at his other interesting designs using rattan, check out his website.

Thin Black Lines is a series of 29 pieces created by Nendo, a Japanese Design Studio. Throughout the end of October, the pieces from Thin Black Lines are being exhibited at Phillips de Pury and Company in London, England.

The series contains various chairs, tables, stools, vases and bowls constructed from solid black tubular steel. In the photo above are two pieces from Thin Black Lines, the left is a table and the right is a chair. Prices are available upon request at Phillips de Pury and Company’s website.

Nendo, created by Oki Sato in 2002, means “clay” in Japanese. With experience in architecture, interior and graphic design, Nendo is displaying Thin Black Lines as well as Blurry White Surfaces, another set of unique designs created by Nendo.

If you happen to be in London, or are planning a trip before October 31st, stop by and check out Thin Black Lines!

Greetings, earthlings. Meet your newest visitor from another planet, the Pink Alien.

Designed by Alexander Petunin, Russian architect and designer, the Pink Alien is a modern double sofa with clean shapes and bright colors. The Pink Alien sofa is bright white with a hollow back and armrests that open to reveal a vibrant pink color that beautifully accents the white. The sloping curves of the Pink Alien combined with the modern colors qualify it as the ideal sofa for the ultra-contemporary home.

For more information on the Pink Alien and Alex Petunin, visit his design website at http://oneione.ru/.

Enjoy a swingin’ supper at the unique Swing Table by intertwining playtime with mealtime.

Designed by Duffy London of the United Kingdom, the Swing Table is an interesting way to wine and dine. With a powder coated mild steel frame, the table is made from a walnut veneer taken from managed forests. Eight hanging chairs and a central GEO lamp hover over the table. Several finishes and colors are available.

The Swing Table retails for £2,995.00 which is $4749 in US dollars. Would you want a Swing Table in your house?

Designed by French furniture designer Cedric Dequidt, the Vice Versa table and bench are made of lacquered steel. Both the table and bench are available in a variety of colors.

The design of the Vice Versa bench and table is explained as the base of the table is formed by horizontal symmetry.

What do you think of the Vice Versa table? Would you incorporate this as your kitchen or dining table, or do you prefer something more traditional?

While relaxing in the Mussel Chair.

Designed by Hanne Kortegaard as a graduation project for the Danish Design School, the Mussel Chair is a diverse modern chair. Kortegaard explains on the Danish Design School website that she wanted the Mussel Chair to cater to both children and adults.

Thus, the Mussel Chair can be used as a chaise lounge, as a chair with armrests or a side table. The armrest can also be reversed and used as a stool or a headrest.