Welcome to OPUMO's weekly roundup of our favourite shoppable finds. From menswear to design objects and everything in between, these are the pieces that have caught our eye over the past seven days.
This week we're turning our attention to the kitchen, or more specifically, the countertop. It's one of the hardest-working spaces in the home, but also one of the easiest to clutter. The right pieces can change that. Think beautifully engineered everyday tools, timeless tableware and clever storage solutions that earns their place through constant use. These are functional objects that deserve to stay on display.
Frama Shelf Library
Open shelving only works when the shelf itself deserves attention. Frama's modular Shelf Library combines brushed stainless steel with the Danish brand's understated aesthetic, creating the perfect home for cookbooks, ceramics and everyday kitchen essentials.
Fellow Stagg EKG Pour-Over Kettle
Arguably the best-looking electric kettle ever made, Fellow's Stagg EKG has become a modern classic. Variable temperature control and a precision gooseneck spout make it a favourite among coffee enthusiasts, while its sculptural silhouette earns it a permanent place on the worktop.
Peugeot Pepper Mill
Peugeot has been making pepper mills for almost 150 years, and few brands do it better. The French maker's renowned grinding mechanism is built to last, wrapped in a timeless design that looks just as good beside the hob as it does on the dining table.
Ferm Living Up Step Stool
Every kitchen needs a step stool, but few are as handsome as this one. Ferm Living's playful design doubles as an occasional seat or side table, adding a welcome splash of colour while remaining genuinely useful around the home.
Yamazaki Banana Stand
Think your kitchen has it all? OK, well does it have a banana stand? Yamazaki's minimalist take on this nichest of tools keeps fruit fresher by preventing bruising, all while freeing up valuable bowl space and bringing a touch of Japanese restraint to your countertop.
KINTO Teapot
KINTO has a knack for making everyday rituals feel just a little more special. This glass teapot pairs clean lines with thoughtful functionality, complete with an integrated stainless steel infuser that's perfect for loose-leaf brewing.
Moebe Wall Hooks
The easiest way to declutter a countertop is to move things off it altogether. Moebe's solid wood wall hooks provide an elegant home for tea towels, aprons and oven gloves while adding a pop of colour at the same time.
Aarke Water Purifier
Water filters rarely qualify as design objects, but Aarke's purifier is the exception. Wrapped in polished stainless steel, it looks more like a premium coffee machine than a kitchen necessity. The most boring thing in your kitchen never looked so interesting.
The Nordic Baking Book
Magnus Nilsson's definitive guide to Scandinavian baking is the sort of cookbook you'll keep within easy reach. Equal parts practical reference and beautiful object – exactly the sort of thing you want perched on your stainless-steel modular shelving stystem.
The Nordic Baking Book
French dining has always embraced a little colour, and Sabre Paris captures that spirit perfectly. The Bistrot collection pairs classic riveted styling with vibrant handles that instantly brighten everyday meals.
Fog Linen Work Kitchen Towels
You've heard of virtue signalling, but how about tea-towel signalling? How better to quietly show everyone what excellent taste you have than by spending hours navigating a confusing Japanese website in order to procure your kitchen cloths? Fog Linen Work's versions soften with age, dry quickly and bring a subtle, lived-in charm to any kitchen.
