LoftLust

Father’s Day is exactly one week away so I thought, why not find some great looking modern things that Dad would like. As the push for an urban lifestyle gains popularity, you might be surprised to know that it’s not just young people that are flocking to the renovated brickers or freshly built lofts downtown. In fact, the majority of people investing is these areas are empty nesters who want to be close to theaters, galleries and other opportunities only available in the city center. Dads of all ages are taking the lead, utilizing the best of contemporary design to call the most clever gadgets and the most modern dwellings their own.

This German-made Stainless Steel Fireplace Set is gorgeous. Its simplistic design is both swanky as well as sophisticated, modern, yet also classic. Each tool is smooth, angular and entirely functional. Sure to impress the modern tool-man dad in your life, this fireplace set will be awesome in front of the hearth - even in June!

The DeLonghi Metropolis 4 Slice Toaster is reminiscent of retro styling, as well as distinctly modern. This graphite metal and chrome design has slots wide enough for fresh toasty bagels and a defrost option. I love the look of this toaster and I’m know my pops would get a kick out of heating up his breakfast in this funky appliance.

For the cigar smokin’ Dad these are some freaking cool accessories. Maybe he breaks out a cigar on special occasions, when getting together with old friends, or during private moments alone with a book. Whatever the motivation, the stainless steel Cigar Collection at Lekker is so sleek and so cool, the cigars don’t even need to be lit to show these off. Choose from the freshness-preserving case or the stylish ashtray and cigar holder.

My dad loves gadgets. The smarter they are the better. If I could give him all the world’s gadgets I would. The Electric Salt or Pepper Mill is a clever one and super mod, once again in that cold-to-the-touch stainless steel. The mill grinds salt or pepper with the push of a button, has a window so you know when it needs a refill, for the candlelit romantic, or the flavor-picky, it projects a light so you know exactly how much spice is being added to your food. Just too fun to resist!

For the arty Dad who enjoys Twilight Zone reruns, Star Wars-like infinite reflections, or anything funky and a cool to look at, I suggest Michael Aram’s Reflective Lights. Two-way mirrors, an aluminum frame and votive candles project finite lighting in to the distance of this stunning piece. Add color by placing other objects in front of the mirrors for a variety of visual options with this unique contemporary creation.

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