The Tipsy Writer is a distinctive pen stand that doubles as a paperweight. A spinoff of Bower’s Tipsy Paperweight, the Writer is meant to be a fun tabletop object at a desk, and no matter how much it is tipped, it always returns to an upright position.

The wood ball pen is available in an array of colors and features a simple, clean design that is eye-catching without being distracting. Both practical and beautiful, this instrument takes jotting down notes to brilliant, artful heights.

1997 Giulio Iacchetti designs La Mandarina pen.

A local standard in Japan for over 20 years, Delfonics produces innovative, colorful stationery and desk items. The wood ball pen is available in an array of colors and features a simple, clean design that is eye-catching without being distracting. It will make a perfect instrument for an architect or architecture lover. The pen is both practical and beautiful, taking jotting down notes and sketching to brilliant, artful heights. It is also available in a smaller size.

This set of three pens from Korean design brand CLIP PEN has an innovative detail—the pens can be clipped onto a section of papers or a folder, or even used as a bookmark. The pen made its design debut at London Design Week 2014.

This Pen Nib Ornament from House Industries has a decidedly retro feel. The artful curvature of the symbol also inspires forward thinking and creative expression.

A timeless classic, the wood ball pen from Japanese company Delfonics is a lightweight writing instrument that will take you from note taking to doodling. The pen is available in a fleet of eye-catching colors.

And of course, to make those sketches, there's the Delfonics Wood Ball Pen Black Ink. This pen from Delfonics—a stalwart producer of desktop items in Japan—comes in a range of bright colors including light green, sky blue, and more.

With its simple profile, the Cup Lamp is an unexpected multitasker. In addition to its primary function as a dimmable LED lamp, the light includes a storage cup at the base designed to hold pens and pencils or other small knickknacks.

The Tipsy Writer is a distinctive pen stand that doubles as a paperweight. A spinoff of Bower’s Tipsy Paperweight, the Writer is meant to be a fun tabletop object at a desk, and no matter how much it is tipped, it always returns to an upright position.

BRASS HAND-CUT PEN Hand-machined and substantial, this brass industrial-style pen makes its mark before it’s even uncapped. It fits either Parker ink refills (one is included) or the Pilot Hi-Tec C ink refill.

Designer Hennie Haworth demonstrates her awesome pen project.

Personal note included in the photography promos by Raina + Wilson.

Solar panels on the roof of the Penner cabin provide all the electricity it needs. The cabins are mobile to reduce the impact to the land, and to take advantage of different locations depending on the season.

Hog Pen Creek Retreat by Lake|Flato: More than a home, this varied campus of structures in Austin is a retreat to get lost in. Another 2016 AIA award winner.

The pen shelving keeps the kitchen light and bright, which was the goal of its design. The kitchen and bath fixtures cost about $26,000.

Many of Rapson's designs never went into production. But that didn't keep the draftsman from putting pen to paper.

The Eames' toy elephants which live outside one of the showrooms still haven't managed to escape their pen.

What would you give to a recent college graduate? I think a pen makes a great gift. We carry a solid bronze or brass ballpoint pen by MUCU; I love the simplicity of the design. Metallic Ballpoint Pen by MUCU, $150.

A Pen Stand is a minimal pen stand created by Tokyo-based designer Ryota Yokozeki. The stand was inspired by a mountain range in close proximity to the designer. The piece uses the deep valleys in between the steep inclines to create an adjustable space that will hold almost any pen. The pen would stand on the valleys in a vertical position, easy access for whenever the utensil is needed.

The Modern Fuel Bolt Action pen is an incredible writing instrument. The unique bolt mechanism can accommodate a variety of pen refills and the pen is built of materials meant to last a lifetime. Baron Fig's iconic pen sheath makes for the perfect way to carry this mighty instrument. modernfuel.com/pro... www.baronfig.com/acc... Some imaging equipment courtesy of FUJIFILM X: fujifilm-x.com/glo...

Graduation is a milestone for students—and the right time to upgrade to adult accessories. Ditch cheap drugstore pen packs and give a finely crafted pen like Lexon’s Archi Long Pen. This metal instrument is packaged in a sleek black box, making it ready-to-gift.

Perfect for writing thoughts and ideas, this brass pen will age beautifully and become one-of-a-kind. Tanner Goods Memori Brass Pen, $65

Small in size but big on function Pen Pen is a practical and fun addition to any workspace. Click here to see more of our favorite modern office supplies.

Stealth pen

Alia Penner Architectural Postcards for Commune $20 Anything from Commune is tasty—do not even start on their chocolates—but these new architectural postcards by artist Alia Penner are especially sweet.

Like its counterparts Wipy and Pen Pen, Bin Bin's crumpled exterior is meant to indicate the waste basket's function. For more modern trash bins, take a look at this product review.

Acme Blueprint Pen

Nomad Pen Holder

Lexon’s Babylon Desk Collection is a colorful, sculptural way to organize your home office. The series includes an alarm clock, stapler, pen cup, pen with stand, scissors, and tape dispenser.

The stately property features an all-encompassing equestrian facility complete with an evaporative cooled barn with oversize stalls and runs, a covered practice arena, a lighted round pen, roping arena, and cow pens.

Merge, concrete pen holder

Wino with a pen and a #molskine. #sketch

Olympus PEN-F Mirrorless Camera. "The beautifully-crafted PEN-F is ideal for street shooters, as a second camera for studio pros, and for anyone who loves vintage design and photography." -Photo: Olympus

2,860-square-foot round pen

The 2012 Rolling Pig Pen