Karl Zahn's Animal Boxes

Brooklyn-based product designer Karl Zahn created a modern menagerie that offers both form and function. Walrus, available at Areaware, is one of six little animal boxes designed by Zahn to be part sculpture, part storage.

Progress Chic - David Week's Ursa Minor

Wooden toys have entertained children around the world for centuries. Designer David Weeks has elevated the wooden toy to a work of art with his sweet and sustainable contribution, Ursa Minor, available at areaware.com, $85. Mama bear, Ursa Major, also available, $125.