The Lifework Blog turns us onto a new book published by  Thames and Hudson of Richard Powers‘ photographs called Living Modern: The Sourcebook of Contemporary Interiors. “Richard produces some of the most amazing interiors shoots. He has an extraordinary eye for light that lifts every single shot from the mundane. Plus he was one of those hard working, even-keeled people who make working in the magazine industry fun instead of a chore. And I am sure that attitude also helps him get access to incredible homes.”

Available now from Amazon.

Some looks inside Living Modern: The Sourcebook of Contemporary Interiors after the click.

Through our Columns, we find some look at a new set of footwear from Freeman’s Sporting Club. “For Fall 2010 F.S.C. offers 2 styles. The first shoe is a five eyelet split-toe oxford blucher in brandy French calfskin. The second shoe is a plain toe three eyelet blucher constructed using black French baby calfskin. Both shoes feature genuine Goodyear Welt Construction and are fully lined for comfort and wearability.”

More looks at the E. Vogel for Freemans Sporting Club Shoes on Ben’s Column.

WSJ creeps in an interview/QA with Jack Spade’s Andy Spade. “After co-creating the mega accessories brands Kate Spade and Jack Spade, selling them and then fleeing corporate life, Andy Spade has just launched an unusual hybrid advertising agency-gallery-boutique called Partners & Spade. In his Manhattan storefront, he sells whimsical collectibles including Ghanaian flags, vintage hotel soaps and antique microphones and hosts art exhibits. In his back room, he produces films and photography books, and advises companies like J. Crew.”

Spotted on Industrial Design Served, Frederico Bergese’s “Bside Bed” mixes a graceful bent wood frame with a hidden technological core. The sweeping upper portion is far from superfluous, housing an internal light that functions (clearly) for reading.

Certainly, not to suit every taste. But, certainly an inventive take on a typically narrowly explored form.

More images of the “Bside Bed” after the jump.

“Video for James Blake’s track ‘Limit To Your Love’. Directed by Martin de Thurah. Released on 8 November”

Inspired by Steven Alan’s recently released capsule collection for Dockers, Nomads is a short film by Shal Ngo.

“Born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Shal Ngo has been avidly creating films, animations, and amusing illustrations since he was a wee tyke. An NYU Film graduate, Shal has written and directed dozens of narratives, music videos, and branded shorts.  His sci-fi short The Glow of a Warm Aquarium won the Caprica Syfy Channel Short Film Contest and premiered at the PS 122 Theatre in New York City.  His branded short The Watch for designer Timo Weiland was featured in the New York Times Style Magazine Online and screened at Lincoln Center as part of NYC Fashion Week 2010. Shal’s work has been screened in a variety of festivals, including TromaDance and the Asian American Film Festival.  He is currently in development for his first feature Growth, an art-house horror film set in Bozeman, Montana which will begin production next year.”

01. Art Tatum Tribute

Let’s honor Art Tatum, the piano genius, who was born on October 13, 1909, in Toledo, Ohio. (Jazzonthetube).

02. New Cathay Pacific Airport Lounge by Foster + Partners (above).

“‘The Cabin’ is the latest addition to the Cathay Pacific lounge collection at Hong Kong International Airport. Combining the highest quality materials with a new seating system designed by Foster + Partners, it will transform the experience for passengers using Hong Kong’s flag carrier. The design supports Cathay Pacific’s concept for a high-quality lounge that can accommodate both First and Business Class passengers, while maximising the available space for relaxation and the airline’s range of hospitality facilities.” (Contemporist).

03. Ron Artest, Kobe not sweating LeBron

“If you ask the Los Angeles Lakers’ Ron Artest, the biggest NBA signing of the summer wasn’t LeBron James leaving Cleveland to go to Miami as a free agent; it was Kevin Durant extending his contract with the Thunder to stay in Oklahoma City.” (ESPN).

04. To the Curious in Vegetables: A Brief History of the Pineapple in London

“I like pineapple; it feels as if it’s doing you good.  Pineapple is a helpful fruit.  It’s also one of those imports which lost all its exoticism in the late 20th century when we were force fed it with condensed milk and now that fresh pineapple is so readily available it doesn’t have quite the desirable edge it once did.  In Georgian London though, pineapple was very desirable indeed.  The first imports are unknown, although Elizabethan adventurers encountered it.  In 1675, Charles II was pictured receiving a pineapple, supposedly the first successfully cultivated on English soil, from his gardener John Rose.” (Georgian London).

NOWNESS explores the attendees of the Frieze opening party this week. “Bentleys bumper to bumper on Marylebone Road, inboxes overflowing with invitations to private views, and galleries stockpiling champagne—yes, the madness of the Frieze Art Fair has taken over London. Gallerists, collectors, artists and celebrities vied for one of the coveted VIP preview passes that granted access to the tents in Regent’s Park on Wednesday, before the official opening yesterday.” See more at NOWNESS

A stealth laptop sleeve from Osaka’s Macromauro. “Made in white and brown paper-like material, the office-standard-envelope-type laptop case accommodates a thirteen inches laptop. Lined with plenty of cushion, it is excellent for protecting the laptop as well as looking adorably perky. A cross is marked on the opening flap, mimicking the spontaneity in real life.” (ts)

More looks at the Macromauro Paper Notebook cases after the click.

Levi’s LVC is to the point with this shawl collar jacket. “Single breasted jacket from Levi’s Vintage collection. Features anchor buttons, a shawl collar and vintage seam detailing on the wrist band. The fit is slightly boxy and the sleeves are cut straight.” Need Supply has them.

More looks at the Levi’s Vintage Clothing Shawl Collar Jacket after the click.