The BarDeco Lamps were inspired by the barcode, which celebrates the 60th anniversary of its patent this month.

The bars on the lampshade are different widths which in this case allows different amounts of light and shade to be created, but also replicates the appearance of a barcode. The design also has a hint of art deco style about it hence the name. The lamps are available in a choice of either black (pictured here) or white and are made from powder-coated steel.

The BarDeco Lamp costs £179 and can be bought online from the Hidden Art Shop.

My first reaction to the Vintage New York Subway Handle was “that’s cool, but what do you do with it?”. Thankfully, the retailer, Pedlars, has made some suggestions such as using it hang tea towels in the kitchen or hand towels in the bathroom.

Pedlars has acquired 200 of these handles from decommissioned New York subways and they certainly make an interesting talking point, if you can find a suitable use for them in your home.

The handles cost £59.95 each from Pedlars.