A fascinating design history and field guide to one of modern life's everyday conveniences, with 200 full close-up photographs and patent designs.
A fun look at how the genius of design is often hidden in plain sight. Ever wonder about how everyday objects come to look the way they do? The disposable coffee lid is a design paradox of the modern era. It must simultaneously open and close to allow for drinking on the go while protecting against unwanted spillage. See your coffee cup lid for what it really is: a magical design artifact that contains fascinating variations.
The premier guide for take-out coffee drinkers everywhere – Learn more about the mechanics behind your morning cup of joe. Impress and stump the coffee-aficionados in your life with your expansive knowledge of slosh-drainage systems, ergonomic drink apertures, foam accommodation techniques, and sensory enhancement features.
From the world's largest coffee lid collection – Louise Harpman and Scott Specht have collected over 550 of these triumphs of industrial design for decades, creating what Smithsonian magazine calls "the world's largest collection of coffee cup lids."
Curly and squishy - who could it be? This charming cardboard book is chock full of stimulating things for your little one to see and feel. Each page depicts pig...
Set off on a flight of delight with If I Were A Dragon! Little ones can play pretend and imagine having wonderful wings, scales and claws! This chunky board book...
Explore the wonderfully whimsical world of Jellycat in this board book. Look out for different textures and spots of activity as you turn the pages. Guaranteed to delight all babies...
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a floppy, hoppy bunny? Well, this mischievous story comes complete with a special grey pom-pom tail to stroke whilst...
Clue Town began when puzzle designer Jay Carlson discovered off-path landmarks at a park. He thought it would be interesting to show other park-goers what was hidden in plain sight,...
It’s Christmas Eve and Santa’s on his way to deliver presents! Are you ready for Santa’s sleigh to come to your house next? It’s a magical Christmas Eve, and all...
When we're presented with an act of generosity whether it's a small encouragement, a much-needed word of support, or a big favor we've been given a gift that helps keep...
