I'm sure many of you will be excited to know that MUJI, the Japanese design shop, will be opening it's first U.S. flagship store in New York City this spring. Located in midtown Manhattan in the recently opened New York Times Building (along 40th St. and 8th Ave.), MUJI will be making a big statement. At 5,000 square feet, MUJI-aholics will hopefully be satiated with the wider selection of home goods, office supplies, furniture and clothing.
Although several of their products are already available at the Museum of Modern Art and in their MUJI Soho location, Americans have only been exposed to a small portion of their earth-friendly, high design products. Many of the items that we're unfamiliar with are practical and useful, like a folding bicycle or a compact washing machine or breakfast cereal. (Who knew?) Up until this point, one of their coolest and most innovative products has been the cardboard speakers. Although very unique and eco-friendly, it still rubs me as being mildly kitchy and somewhat un-realistic for some folks (i.e. tech-heads, etc).
Price: $42
And, while their products are chic, yet simple, I'm really excited by the fact that their items are completely brand-less. Instead of turning their products into mini billboards, they let its sleek design and everyday usefulness speak for themselves.
This table is pretty sweet huh?
Aluminum Coffee Table
Price: $180
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