Products of the Week: Mid-Century Furniture, Road-Trip Books and Speakers

Do you remember the fantastic family road trips that marked memorable summers as a kid? Of course you do. If you haven’t piled at least four family members and most of your belongings into a semi-large vehicle, you haven’t done summer right. Or you have….minus some traumatic Tetris packing fights and front seat hogging. Nevertheless, Rolando Pujol, curator of The Retrologist, has just published a book landmarking one of the most iconic American traditions. The Great American Road Trip hit shelves June 24 and celebrates roadside Americana institutions. It makes a great gift ahead of the busy summer travel season, so get yours now.

Gracie Abrams loves their Manuka Honey Cream and so do we. But we also love most other things that come from Flamingo Estate. Their new grilling set just dropped (and is already sold out, so you better be setting a reminder for when it goes back into stock). The limited-edition set features a Strawberry Everything Sauce, Heritage Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Secret Jalapeño Salt — all flavors we’re pining for this summer.

The premium sound company Bang & Olufsen company has just released a new made-to-order speaker that features an aluminum shell and individual scored finish and acoustic lens technology that creates a 360° listening experience.

This week Crate & Barrel launched their new collaboration with acclaimed chef and visionary behind Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park Daniel Humm. The collection pulls inspiration from Humm’s minimalist vision and places an emphasis on quality materials. Select products include handblown wine and champagne glasses, a Japanese clay cooking pot and recycled stoneware salad plates.

It’s time to turn your backyard patio or balcony into a small European cafe. Frama has just released their Petit Rond series, which features a series of chairs and stools that are lightweight, straightforward and bring a sense of sophisticated minimalism into your home. You could find these on the streets in Venice or at a side street cafe in Amsterdam, and you know that’s when it’s time to get yourself some.