Modern Office Design

Ingenious OttLite Desk Lamp Brings Daylight Indoors

Office Lamps are the Sexy

by Joi

You know those occasional products, recipes, gadgets, or Starbucks drinks that you wish you’d thought of? Things so perfect that you’d love to take credit for them?

I met perfection yet again this week and would ever so love to take credit for its invention. I’m not trying to break any of the 10 Commandments, so I’ll confess, I didn’t design or invent this ingenious desk lamp.

But I do use it. I do love it. And I would kick you in the shins if you tried to take it from me.

I was sent my very own beautiful OttLite Natural Daylight Desk Lamp to review for Office Freaks. Like a good little Office Freak, I did a happy dance when the box arrived. Like a good little diva with wet nails, I had someone else open the box for me as I danced on.

I was immediately struck by how handsome the OttLite Natural Daylight Desk Lamp is. Verrrry good looking – sleek, stylish, and classy looking.  We popped in the jazzy little bulb that comes with the lamp and plugged it in. Voila!

The light is different than other desk lamps, and it only adds to its beauty.  You know as well as I do that when it comes to working at a desk, having optimal lighting is a necessity.  Especially if you fall under the category of “baby boomer” or have to wear corrective eye wear.  Good lighting is even more vital.

Most people just don’t give their office lighting nearly enough thought.  Big mistake. Optimal lighting reduces eyestrain, helps productivity and can jazz up your workspace decor.  The OttLite Natural Daylight Desk Lamp does all of these.

This desk lamp delivers OttLite® High Definition Natural LightingTM, the closest thing to natural sunlight and a healthier lighting option, in a streamlined and sleek design. The 13-watt OttLite HD bulb is rated to last up to 10,000 hours and the stylish lamp is 14” tall. This is the ideal size for a computer desk or writing desk.

The OttLite Natural Daylight Desk Lamp will be available at Office Depot and online at www.ottlite.com starting October 22. It regularly retails for $39, but will be offered at the special price of $29 on November 26, Black Friday.

I’ve been using my new little beauty each day since it arrived and want to tell you that I absolutely LOVE it.  I sit it on my computer desk and use it when writing or reading.  The special lighting doesn’t cause eyestrain whatsoever.  A lot of lamps cause an almost blinding glare to reflect off of paper – the OttLite’s having none of that.

Be sure to check Office Depot and www.ottlite.com as soon as October 22 to order your own lamp.  I guarantee you that you’ll love it SO MUCH, you’ll order another one when Black Friday rolls around.

October 22 – you know when that is, right? Tomorrow!  Tomorrow!  The sun will come out (in a desktop lamp) tomorrow… it’s on-ly a day a-way….

I could’ve been on Broadway.

Learn more the ingenious, innovative OttLite Lamps on their website.

The Fish Aquarium for the Cool Office or Home: Most Unusual!

by Joi

I’ve been cruising the web, “window” shopping if you will, like I”m being paid to do so this morning. I have no idea how I even landed on the site or saw the amazing Fish Hotel pictured above but I thought it was just unusual and spectacular enough to share with my fellow Office Freaks.

The Fish Hotel Fishbowl in White by Umbra®would make a gorgeous addition to any office or room.

Watching fish is unbelievably relaxing and if that’s not called for in offices, I don’t know where it is called for.  Sorry, I’ve had one of those weeks.  Could you tell?

This unique Fish Hotel Fishbowl by Umbra can be stacked to create a hotel effect for your fish or can stand alone as a unique conversation piece.

Features:

  • Outer Material: ABS Plastic Outer Shell
  • Inside Square: Glass
  • Design by Teddy Luong
  • Fishbowl can be stacked to create a hotel effect
  • Inner square is removable for cleaning
  • Can also be used for plants, candles, or storing small accessories
  • Size: 7 1/2”square x 8”deep

Little turtles would also be kind of cute in these wouldn’t they? I love these to distraction, but our cat, Alexa, is… how should I say… gluttonous.   I’m afraid she’d stay up at night figuring out ways to get to the best fish dinner she ever had.

However, I can totally see great little plants – great little inedible plants that wouldn’t interest el gato grande whatsoever.

Click through the image above or the link (also above) to take a closer look.  This is one of the coolest things I’ve come across in a long time.  What an amazing Christmas gift it’d make!  I’m pretty sure it’s on Alexa’s list. Alexa will often get between me and the computer screen (like she’s doing in the pic below) and stare at me until I give her a few of her treats or a full on meal.

A few minutes ago, she tried a similar approach on my husband and he missed the boat entirely.  He just said, “Hi, baby” and went to take a shower.  Men.

Alexa “When do we eat” Sigers

A Whimsical Table that You Have to See to Believe

by Joi

At the risk of stepping on any toes, this may be the most outstandingly original and whimsical table ever made.  The Stilettos Anyone? Sculptural Table is outrageously fun and, let’s face it, kind of sexy.

This table, which gets my “Most Unusual” vote of the month is from Design Toscano.  They have a habit of creating things that make my jaw drop.

Them.  Starbucks. My mother-in-law.

From the Website:

Sure to kick up a little fun, this sassy work of midnight haute couture brings a bit of high-heeled style to home or gallery! The 16″ dia., ⅜” thick, pencil-edged glass sits atop a single, strappy,jet-black patent leather stiletto to become functional art and a daring statement piece!

16″Wx18″Dx21″H

Hot foot your way over to the website, Stilettos Anyone? Sculptural Table, for a closer look.

Sleek Staplers from Office Depot, the Mecca for Office Freaks

by Joi

Staplers, to office freaks, are like peace signs to hippies. They bring a certain type of meaning to our universe and identity to our soul.  We see a stapler on our desk and we know we’re grown-ups now.  Yeah.  That’s right.  I have my own stapler.  I have arrived.

The beautiful Swingline(R) Ready Grip Staplers, above, are straight-up gorgeous.  They’re from the mecca for Office Freaks, Office Depot, and I think I must have one in every color.

Description from The Mecca’s site (OfficeDepot.com):

The Ready Grip stapler delivers exceptional comfort and control. Soft-touch material makes for added comfort, and the durable half-strip mechanism offers long life. Contemporary form fits the hand perfectly. Compact, upright design gives go-anywhere convenience. Features low staple indicator. Staples 2 to 20 sheets of 20 lb paper.

I’m also pretty sweet on the Stanley(R) Bostitch Electric Desktop Stapler, Black shown below.

You have to admit, he’s a hottie in his own right.

Description From Office Depot:
* Impulse Drive™ technology allows for quick, efficient stapling.
* Super-sensitive optical trip fire mechanism.
* Staples up to 20 sheets with rapid cycles.
* Backed by the manufacturer’s 7-year limited warranty.

A Desk Lamp That’s Willing to Stick it’s Neck Out For You

by Joi

Libra Adjustable Desk Lamp

Is there anything worse than tiny print? I was reading a great book recently, which happened to have the tiniest words in the history of books. I turned on the floor lamp near my desk which helped considerably but when I came across the sleek lamp ninja above, the Libra Adjustable Desk Lamp, I couldn’t help thinking what a dream come true it would be for office freaks who are also book worms.

This gorgeous, adjustable lamp would be perfect for the office, but it’d also be ideal on a bedside table – when you take your favorite author to bed.

So to speak.

Adjustable desk lamps shine a whole new light on your office productivity.  The down-side is that they often look kind of out-dated and unattractive.  Fortunately Bellacor.com refuses to do out-dated or unattractive.  They specialize in the ridiculously sexy.  Yay, them.

Product Description:
A sleek, stylish way to make your workspace more functional, this desk lamp adjusts to a wide variety of positions. It has a combination satin nickel and black finish and a dimmer switch on its base. The bulb is included.

Take a closer look at this beautiful office lamp: Libra Adjustable Desk Lamp

Fare thee Well, Plastic Office Chair Mats

by Joi

The Natural Bamboo Roll-Up Office Chair Mat is from Belacor Lighting and Home Furnishings and I’m pretty wild about it.  I love the look of wood, for one thing, and for another – I’m so over the plastic chair mats with the unforgiving teeth.  I doubt my carpet is any more thrilled with them as my feet have been on occasion.

Product Description:

  • 100% Anji Mountain bamboo
  • 5MM thick
  • The dimension for the depth is at the lounge of the mat
  • Premium felt backing for cushioning and to protect the floor surface
  • Rolls up for easy shipping and portability
  • Coated with 7 layers of Klumpp UV finish
  • No assembly is required

The handsome Natural Bamboo Roll-Up Office Chair Mat is currently on sale and qualifies for free shipping, so there’s really no good reason not to click through for more information.

Unless you’ve made peace with the plastic piranhas.

Easter Island Sculpture for the Desk

by Joi

Just look at that handsome face – you know you love him. The Easter Island Moai Monolith Sculpture – Desktop is yet another deliciously fun, highly original, and down-right breathtaking must have from Design Toscano.

Does everything this site sells have to make me fall in love? I swear, every item I’ve done a story on is a complete and total head-turner… the sort of desk decor or desk accessory that causes everyone to do a double take.

These people simply don’t mess with ordinary. And neither do office freaks. The one currently writing or the ones currently reading.

Easter Island Moai Monolith Sculpture
Inspired by the 380 A.D. originals weighing more than 10 tons!
Assumed to be depictions of local chiefs, heroes, or gods, the giant statues on Easter Island are some of the world’s most intriguing archeological artifacts. Cast in quality designer resin and finished to look like rough, chiseled stone, this exclusive replica sculpture adds a South Seas accent in your home or garden.

Desktop: 5″Wx5½”Dx9″H. 5 lbs.

See Easter Island Moai Monolith Sculpture – Desktop for a closer look.

Cell Phone Holder with Mermaid Boobies

by Joi

Well, it’s Friday and you know what that means, don’t you?  Time for mermaid boobies.  I dunno, I guess it’s a new tradition I came up with.

Whatever, I’m running with it.

Product Description:
If your Mp3 player or cell phone is often “lost at sea,” you’ll want to catch “Madeleine the Mermaid” to anchor it into port! Slip your Mp3 player, phone, or remote control into this hand-painted, designer resin sculptural resting place for safekeeping. Though we can’t guarantee they’ll never be castaways again, Madeleine will do her best to provide an artistic lounge for your treasures!

5″Wx2″Dx5½”H. 1 lb.

The immodest, finned beauty at the top of the post is the Madeleine the Mermaid Mp3 or Cell Phone Holder and she’s simply perfect for Mermaid boobies Friday.

Cut me some slack, it’s been a long week.

Click through for a closer look. I know you want to because you’ve had that kind of week, too. Written all over your face.

Beautifully Modern Office Workstation from Office Depot

by Joi

The Office Depot(R) Brand Neve Workstation Collection has an ultra-modern style that brings a cool look to your office, home office, or any room for that matter.

The sleek design is as functional as it is gorgeous. Each piece (sold individually) is made of white poly and a has sturdy, stylish gray steel frame that holds up to constant use. The computer desk features an elevated storage area for your CPU tower plus a convenient slide-out keyboard/mouse tray. The rear cable management tray keeps your desktop clear of messy cords.

Other Features:

  • Dual-wheel casters provide easy mobility.
  • The bookcase features 4 fixed, rounded shelves for contemporary display of books, photos and more.
  • Shelves hold up to 30 lbs each.
  • Adjustable feet let you raise or lower the bookcase to your desired height.
  • Easy assembly instructions included.

For more details and to order this modernly delicious desk/workstation: Office Depot(R) Brand Neve Workstation Collection

Sleek Glass Computer Workstation for the Sleek Office

by Joi

Free Shipping. Glass Computer Cart - Monitor Stand and Printer Stand I honestly can’t make up my mind. I can’t decide if I like wood office desk tops or glass office desk tops better.

Right about the time I think I prefer wood office desk tops, I’ll get a pen mark on one and have to consult every kitchen remedy book in the county to remove it. Then, when I think that glass desk tops are my choice, I remind myself that the wood ones don’t require “smudge busting” with Windex.

Pros and cons for each type of desk, I suppose. Which is why I honestly don’t prefer one over the other. Our home has each. I will say this, however, glass desk tops don’t get those annoying little mystery stains (yellow? really?) or nicks. One of my daughter’s desks looks like the Travelocity Gnome ice skated across the surface…. and not well. At one point, it looks like he just disappeared. Gnome rapture?

The beautiful desk workstation in this post is the  Glass Computer Cart – Monitor Stand and Printer Stand and, personally, I think it’s gorgeous.  What’s more, it’s available with FREE SHIPPING. Aren’t those words just magical?

Features and Product Description:
This glass computer workstation offers the ultimate in style and space-saving design! With space for all of your computer equipment, this compact desk is ideal for any room, from dorms to home offices and even professional offices. A CPU Stand, Monitor and Printer Shelf offer convenience. And the slide-out keyboard tray and built-in CD storage complete the piece. Powder-coated steel frames with tempered glass workspace and MDF shelf, available in Black or Blue.

This item ships directly from the manufacturer. Product usually arrives in 2-8 business days, depending on destination, including order processing and shipping.

For more information (you’ll want to check out the site’s other gorgeous desks, bookcases, workstations, and office furniture), see Glass Computer Cart – Monitor Stand and Printer Stand!

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