There are a lot of websites and blogs in this design/cool/trends space. Here are some of our favorite blogs and websites to keep up with what’s going on and learn about new things.

DesignBoom – design-related news, reviews, info, etc.

Design*Sponge – daily website dedicated to home and product design run by Brooklyn-based writer, Grace Bonney

Design Observer - writings on design and culture

HomePortfolio’s Truth & Beauty – aspires to give readers insight into home design

The Cool Hunter – roaming the US and the globe so you’re in the know

Cool Design Ideas Blog – cool design concepts and ideas

Gizmodo - the gadget guide

Design Mom – blog from designer/art director/mother of 5

Trend Hunter – hunting the globe to keep your ideas on the cutting edge of cool

Better Living Through Design – shows you where to buy cool designs that improve your life

Cool Hunting

Decor8 – fresh finds for hip spaces

Presentation Zen – Garr Reynolds’ blog on professional presentation design

COLOURlovers - color + design community for creative inspiration

Design is Kinky – design and art goodness

Luxist - luxury designs

Mooch – a single, simple stop for all that is essential

Treehugger – how to green your life

That’s our list. If all else fails, check out Alltop’s design section, which aggregates a bunch of these and other design blogs and websites in one place.