Designer Michael S. Smith Gets Obama White House Job

January 15, 2009 | Posted by Allison as Home Decor, Home Entertainment, Tid Bits & News at 11:00 am | (1) Comment »

Speaking of the White House, designer Michael S. Smith has been given the job of redesigning the President’s home for Barack Obama and family.

The Santa Monica interior designer has worked with the likes of Steven Spielberg and Rupert Murdoch, and enjoys creating sunny, warm atmospheres.

Michelle Obama released a statement that revealed she appreciated Smith’s “family-friendly style”.  Smith is apparently already on the case, shopping at everyday retail stores.

TEAC’s VPI HR-X Turntable

May 30, 2007 | Posted by Allison as Home Entertainment at 12:00 pm | (2) Comments »

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I have to admit, I know nothing about turntables.  So, you can imagine my surprise when I discovered that there’s one out there on the streets going for a cool $19,000.

The VPI HR-X Turntable by TEAC features a new belt-driven design that comes with a 50-mm thick platter which actually floats on an air suspension system at 45rpm. 

The luxurious turntable is expected to go on sale in Japan starting in mid-June.  So, you’re gonna get at least two, right?