Fab Facets | Konieczny's Ark

Another first among one of our collections, a house that aligns perfectly with our Fab Facets entries. Designed and built by KWK Promes' owner Robert Konieczny for his own residence, Konieczny's Ark has won many awards. The dwelling is simple in many ways but its connection to the landscape and functionality are sophisticated and multi-layered.

Additional Reading

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• Griffiths, A. 2017. Robert Konieczny uses drawbridge to create ark-like house on a steep Polish hillside. Dezeen.
• Sturges, S. 2016. Noah's ark: a concrete house floats above South Poland's mountainous landscape. Wallpaper.

Fab Facets | Polygon Planter Gem

We love facets. We love planters. We love wood. So how could we not fall in love with this little polygon planter gem by Etsy shop RawOriginals?

Fab Facets | Bold Bowls

If you know Future-ish you know that we have a huge crush on anything with facets. So these handmade bowls by Portland, OR based glass blower Lynn Read, Crystal Dish, easily caught our eye. Completely customizable and available in a variety of colors, they are another perfect gift for the science or design geek in your life (including yourself).

Fab Facets | Stylish Solid Speaker

Our fetish for facets is never-ending. Our latest find is this snazzy little speaker from Outdoor Technology. The Turtle Shell Bluetooth Speaker offers fantastic sound and rugged good looks...literally. The faceted shell may be all modern but it is also water-resistant, dust-proof, and shock-proof. From patio cocktail parties to glamping in the high Rockies, this speaker lets you bring your favorite tunes to any occasion.

Fab Facets | Geo Planters

Terracotta goes tech. The Geo Planters from Sprout Home are the perfect gift for the geek in your life that also has a green thumb.

Perfect From Any Angle

Want to make your next dinner party more multifaceted? Look no further than this Kate Spade New York four-piece dinnerware setting. Each piece has a distinct facet pattern but when placed together they offer an elegant and modern backdrop for your gastronomic masterpieces.

Fab Facets | West Elm's Origami Cocktail Table

West Elms' Origami Cocktail Table is our newest addition to our Fab Facets collection.

SeanChron - My New Future-ish Tumbler

Check out my new future-ish tumbler from Starbucks...facets and all. Totally Progress Chic too!

SeanChron - Fab Facets at Starbucks

Just saw these facets at Starbucks. Facets, facets everywhere!

Fab Facets | Bottega Veneta's Bold Bracelet

Our crush on facets goes on. The latest find is this contemporary gem, the Platre Enameled Antique Silver Bracelet by Bottega Veneta that offers up flashy angles with unique enameled facets. A little burst of geometric bling makes the perfect gift.

Fab Facets | Gold-Plated Polyhedron

Another great find for our Fab Facets collection. The Polyhedron Stool/Side Table by Plantation Design brings modern lines to any room. The cracked gold patina marries a traditional texture with a contemporary shape allowing it to look as good in an Italian castle bridging the centuries as it would in a geometry-inspired Manhattan loft.

Fab Facets | Bludot's Real Good Chair Gets Better

We have been long time fans of Bludots's Real Good Chair. So when they came out with a copper version of this fetching folded chair, we became even bigger fans. The chairs are beautiful in any color (red, white, turquoise, or black) but this one promises to get better with age.

Fab Facets | Land of Nod Lamp

Facets are everywhere these days but finding objects for your home can sometimes be a challenge since many a faceted find is also an expensive one of a kind work of art. So we couldn't pass up this lamp named Between a Rock and a Lamp Base from Land of Nod that is both artistic and affordable. The base comes in gold, silver, or white and there are many options for lamp shade colors.

Fab Facets | Nordstrom Display Windows

10.13.12 | Look what I found in Downtown Seattle today. Having worked at Nordstrom for 14 years a while ago, I still have lots of fond memories of the company and especially remember enjoying the amazing window displays they would come up with. So whenever I'm downtown, I always stroll by to do some window shopping...and some real shopping too. So, when I turned the corner and saw these the newest windows, I was surprised and excited...facets, Facets, FACETS! Check that out, I actually get to include the windows in our Future-ish Fab Facet collection. Can't guarantee the same theme is appearing at a Nordstrom near you, but if you're a science and design geek with a little fashionista in you, stop by and take a look.

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And the men weren't left out...

Fab Facets | Ozone Bar in Hong Kong

The Ozone bar in Hong Kong's towering Ritz Carlton Hotel isn't just the worlds highest bar, it is one of the most stunning. We noticed more than a few geometric lines throughout the interior. Located on the 118th floor, the bar offers incredible views of the city and incredibly tasty cocktails. Mix in Asian tapas and a DJ and you have an unforgettable Hong Kong experience.

HexWatch | Couture Chaos

Ukrainian designer Vasiliy Butenko has created order out of chaos with his Mess Lamp. A fan of both geometry and the more organic forms in nature, Butenko succeeded in combining his interests into a functional object that is truly unique.

Fab Facets | BKB Planter

The BKB Ceramics Folded planter is a perfect gift for the science, design, and culture geek in your life. Inspired by Japanese origami, each handmade petite pot leaves a big impression.

Far Out Architecture | ROM's Michael Lee-Chin Crystal

One of the most striking buildings of the 21st century, the Michael Lee-Chin Crystal at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) in Toronto is an ultramodern gem. Designed by architect Daniel Libeskind, the structure is inspired by the ROM’s gem and mineral collection and based on an quick sketch on a napkin. ROM's mission is to build bridges of understanding and appreciation for the world's diverse cultures and natural environments, we think it also builds a bridge to an innovative and inspiring future.

Fab Facets | Radiolaria Brooch

The Radiolaria Brooch from Nervous System design studio is just one of the stunning objects created by Jessica Rosenkrantz and Jesse Louis-Rosenberg. From cell cycle rings to seed-inspired lamps, the design duo has positioned their studio at the intersection of science, art, and technology.

Fab Facets | Ankara Chair

Inspired by Indonesian mosaics, Crate & Barrel's Ankara Chair offers a nod to the past and the future. The deep, rich color of the plantation-grown mahogany is timeless while the facets that make up the gracefully curved back are thoroughly 21st century.