The Ten Best Architecture Books
Koolhaas is known around the world for his pioneering designs, such as Beijing's CCTV building, and this tome is one of the most insightful and intelligent books on cities.
The Ten Best Wardrobes
Based in London's Brick Lane, this furniture workshop can make items while you wait and will even let you watch its progress through the shop's glass panel. W120 x D50 x H195cm
The Ten Best Kitchen Scales
Those with small kitchens will know how much space scales can take up. This set frees up worktop space because it's wall-mounted and folds flat when not in use.
The Ten Best Chopping Boards
Colour-coded chopping boards are an easy way to reduce the risk of cross contamination between different foods. This set is dishwasher proof and comes in a sleek container.
The Ten Best Kitchen Knives
There are just four Japanese craftsmen making these ornate blades. This is my top knife. It's made from 32 layers of folded steel; its strength, balance and grip are just perfect.
The Ten Best Music DVDs
Joe Strummer: punk prophet, political activist. Julian Temple's hugely emotive film follows the late Clash frontman from King's Road rebel to middle-aged fatherhood via a host of A-list contributors.
The Ten Best Kettles
Kettles don't come much cheaper than this stove-top version. Suitable for use on gas, ceramic and iron hobs, it's aluminium with a whistle to let you know when it's time for tea.
The 50 Best Homeware
An effective way of keeping any potentially hazardous pills and potions away from prying eyes and nimble fingers, without compromising on aesthetics. Wall-mountable with a lock and key, and also available in red with a white cross
The Ten Best Dining Chairs
The high street store is expert at traditional English furniture - and now they're tackling the French look. This upholstered "carver" style chair has bags of Provençale chic.
The Ten Best Film Soundtracks
As atmospheric and claustrophobic as the film, the Control soundtrack mixes early glam-rock and punk with a brooding set of Joy Division tracks. Ian Curtis would have adored this collection...had he ever been crass enough to enjoy himself.