Outfitting the office or store can be both the most fun and most arduous task for the rising small-business owner. Some items-- desks, chairs, pens, etc.--are must-haves. Computers, printers, modems and wiring are also essential. The question is, how can your work space stand out from the rest?

Artecnica might help you find the answer. The website is home to a host of common objects that are designed to blend art and technology. Recycled glass vases can add a colorful and eco-friendly statement to your office, while a KnoWhere clock displays time zones of your choosing so there's no excuse for missing conference calls with the New York and Los Angeles offices.

Also, at the recent International Contemporary Furniture Fair, Artecnica showcased their new Wiremore (vs. "wireless") collection of electrical products that transform power cords messes from behind-the-desk shame to something that's aesthetic and begging to be seen.--Whitney Chen