Shopping

We Went Shopping for Your Home of the Future

 

Space Savers

couch

INTERMEDE LARGE THREE-SEAT SOFA

Roche Bobois is back. With the opening of their downtown Portland location, you can own some of the cutting-edge European designer furniture they are famous for. This couch’s flexibility is perfect for multiple uses. Customize it with more than 20 different color choices.

L94.5” x H34.25” x D35” – 47”. $8,995. rochebobois.com

4-wewentshopping-fw151

FIR BEAM END TABLE WITH CUTOUT

Made from reclaimed Fir beams salvaged from old barns across the northwest, this table works perfectly as a small end table or a nightstand. D14” x W14” x H20”. $945. thejoinery.com

11-wewentshopping-fw15

KNIFE AND SAW BIKE SHELF

Looking for a practical yet stylish solution to store your bike, helmet and keys? Knife and Saw’s handmade bike shelf lightly suspends your bike from its top tube and is available in solid walnut or ash. $299. theknifeandsaw.com

BADATable

BADA TABLE

BADA is a transformer, designed for the space challenged urban dweller. It starts as a desk, easily becomes a dining table and converts into a love seat. Use a credit card to unlock the center of the table and swing down the seat. $3750 and up at ecosystemsbrand.com

 

Dot and Bo Double Glasses

DOT & BO “DOUBLE GLASSES” (SET OF 2)

Sometimes you need a tumbler, and sometimes you need a wineglass. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could have both in one piece? The Double Glasses can be used in both situations by twisting off the stem. Made of a sturdy plastic, they’re perfect for any occasion, indoors or out – and hold up to 6.8 oz of your favorite beverage. $24.99 at dotandbo.com

 

Tiny Homes & Cool Stuff

 

9-wewentshopping-fw15

THE SALSA BOX

L12’ x D8.5’. Sq. footage: 102’ (no loft). Starting at $30K, build time: 2.5 months. shelterwise.com

6-wewentshopping-fw157-wewentshopping-fw15

SHED SHELF

This handy shelving unit closes up like a large doll house and holds all your knick-knacks, utensils and supplies—for those of us who don’t live in a tiny home. Designed by Studio Gorm, a couple who attended Design Academy Eindhoven in The Netherlands and now teach at the University of Oregon, you can find it at Woonwinkel in Portland, OR. Custom made, $5,000. woonwinkelhome.com

8-wewentshopping-fw15

THE FLAT-ROOF BOX

Dimensions: 8.5’ x 16.5’. Square footage: 220 (140 main floor, 80 loft). Special features: exposed framing with exterior foam insulation, burnt cedar siding, custom finish work, composting toilet, tankless water heater, two oversized skylights. Starting at $60K, build time: 3.5-4 months. shelterwise.com

5-wewentshopping-fw15

POLAR BEAR

The designers at Los Angeles-based Bend Seating have taken organic shapes and created digital versions that are represented in a mathematical, engineered form, with shapes that look simple but are created with bends and angles that are actually complex formulas. Made from powder-coated iron, the trophy heads are lightweight and work great as an extra spot to hang things! Find it at Woonwinkel in Portland, OR. $150. woonwinkelhome.com

10-wewentshopping-fw15

THE SHED ROOF

Dimensions: 8.5’ x 20’. Square footage: 250’ (170’ main floor, 80’ loft). Special features: cedar lap siding, tankless water heater, bamboo floors, composting toilet. Starting at $55K, build time: 4 months. shelterwise.com