Throwzini's Knife Block is a spinning knife block that stores five professional stainless steel chef knives. Unlike The Ex, Throwzini's Knife Block isn't as "killer".  [via The Green Head]

Behind the Wall, designed by Jordi Canudas,  is a two-sided piece of furniture that works both as a wall and a couch.  [via tumbl.us]

Imagine the fun you could have with the Brave Space Design Tetrad Mega Shelving.  Now this is what I call Tetris reality gaming -- with an expensive pricetag.

Previously:
Child-sized Tetris building blocks, Tetris Crates

Eartheasy has a great guide to non-toxic cleaning solutions.  With 8 non-toxic substitutions that can be used alone or in combination, you can clean your house without the harsh fumes and toxic chemicals.

The guide contains recipies for formulas that are problem-specific.  Need a mixture to combat bathroom mold?  You got it.  Need a furniture polish?  You got it.  Everything you need is in this guide.

Get mixing!

Previously:
Homemade baby wipes, Is it still good?

What's a Barier?  A Barier is a soccer ball-shaped house that holds up in all types of disasters.  Not only is it durable, but also very cool looking. 

At first, I thought they were a bit unusual, but once you take a look at the inside of one of these bad boys, you will learn to love their look. 

They are customizable and even come in several fruit flavors: apple, melon, orange, and cherry.  Purchase a Barier in the size you like--small, medium or large--and color the outside in a color that matches your personality.  Heck, add as many windows as you like to let the sun shine in. 

My family visited the Phililppines this past May to visit with relatives and check out my parents' newly built home away from home.

Sadly, the Striegel family had to stay behind since Zachary is still too young to travel. (Maybe next year?) Thanks, Brian, for sharing your pics with us!