Bathroom Accessories

LG range cookers - electric range with fastest preheat time

The LRE30955ST LG range cooker is the impeccably crafted electric range, offering the latest LG technology for utmost cooking performance and convenience in sleek stainless steel design. Its cooktop has 5 electric zones with 25 radiant heat settings for every occasion, including flexible 6"/9"/12" diameter triple right-front zone with 1.1/2.2/3.0 kW, right-rear 6" zone with 1.2 kW, 100 Watt center rear 6" warming zone and two 7" left zones, 1.8 kW each with 800 Watt bridge element between them. The LG cooker also preheats 30% faster than competing ranges, saving time when you are cooking your favorite meals. The 5.6 cu. ft. self-cleaning, multifunction oven features 6-pass broil and bake elements, convection elements, premium racks with a half rack, large viewing window and automatic shut-off to further enhance your cooking abilities. LG equipped this range with 600 Watt, 1.19 cu. ft. warming drawer, which has 5 temperature settings - 131°F, 149°F, 167°F, 185°F and 203°F, allowing you to keep different food types at their most appropriate temperatures. Intelligent and intuitively laid out SmoothTouch controls operate everything from cooking cycles and cleaning modes to temperatures. The stainless steel backsplash, control panel, cooktop surface, door and handles provide sharp modern look for your kitchen. Price for the electric range from LG is $2,000 USD.

LG range cookers - electric range with fastest preheat time

The LRE30955ST LG range cooker is the impeccably crafted electric range, offering the latest LG technology for utmost cooking performance and convenience in sleek stainless steel design. Its cooktop has 5 electric zones with 25 radiant heat settings for every occasion, including flexible 6"/9"/12" diameter triple right-front zone with 1.1/2.2/3.0 kW, right-rear 6" zone with 1.2 kW, 100 Watt center rear 6" warming zone and two 7" left zones, 1.8 kW each with 800 Watt bridge element between them. The LG cooker also preheats 30% faster than competing ranges, saving time when you are cooking your favorite meals. The 5.6 cu. ft. self-cleaning, multifunction oven features 6-pass broil and bake elements, convection elements, premium racks with a half rack, large viewing window and automatic shut-off to further enhance your cooking abilities. LG equipped this range with 600 Watt, 1.19 cu. ft. warming drawer, which has 5 temperature settings - 131°F, 149°F, 167°F, 185°F and 203°F, allowing you to keep different food types at their most appropriate temperatures. Intelligent and intuitively laid out SmoothTouch controls operate everything from cooking cycles and cleaning modes to temperatures. The stainless steel backsplash, control panel, cooktop surface, door and handles provide sharp modern look for your kitchen. Price for the electric range from LG is $2,000 USD.

LG range cookers - electric range with fastest preheat time

The LRE30955ST LG range cooker is the impeccably crafted electric range, offering the latest LG technology for utmost cooking performance and convenience in sleek stainless steel design. Its cooktop has 5 electric zones with 25 radiant heat settings for every occasion, including flexible 6"/9"/12" diameter triple right-front zone with 1.1/2.2/3.0 kW, right-rear 6" zone with 1.2 kW, 100 Watt center rear 6" warming zone and two 7" left zones, 1.8 kW each with 800 Watt bridge element between them. The LG cooker also preheats 30% faster than competing ranges, saving time when you are cooking your favorite meals. The 5.6 cu. ft. self-cleaning, multifunction oven features 6-pass broil and bake elements, convection elements, premium racks with a half rack, large viewing window and automatic shut-off to further enhance your cooking abilities. LG equipped this range with 600 Watt, 1.19 cu. ft. warming drawer, which has 5 temperature settings - 131°F, 149°F, 167°F, 185°F and 203°F, allowing you to keep different food types at their most appropriate temperatures. Intelligent and intuitively laid out SmoothTouch controls operate everything from cooking cycles and cleaning modes to temperatures. The stainless steel backsplash, control panel, cooktop surface, door and handles provide sharp modern look for your kitchen. Price for the electric range from LG is $2,000 USD.

Penn State’s LEED Gold School of Architecture
As students return to campuses across the country for the start of another semester, colleges are starting to showcase some serious strides in sustainability. Some are investing in wind power and other alternative energies to help lower their carbon footprint, while others are endeavoring to green their facilities. Penn State is leading the charge with [...]

Bordeaux fireplace by Muskoka Stoves with integrated wine cooler and storage

The Bordeaux fireplace will create very cozy environment in your living or family room. Muskoka Stoves combined 1,400 watt electric fireplace with 12-bottle wine cooler and wine storage shelf, creating a focal point for any modern home. Finished in dark oak, the classically styled Bordeaux can heat up 400 sq. ft. Moreover, realistic wood burning flame effect can be achieved with or without heat. Heat timer and fully functional remote with adjustable heat controls allow you to operate this fireplace while comfortable sitting in your chair with a perfectly chilled glass of your favorite wine. Cooler comes with adjustable thermostat and storage shelf has chrome finished hanging rack for stemware. Price is around $1,400 USD. Muskoka Stoves.

NSW Winner: Bligh Voller Nield’s Sustainable Stockland HQ
Some of the most interesting examples of green innovation are those that transform the environmentally unkind into a beacon of eco-friendly sophistication. Such was the challenge dealt to Bligh Voller Nield in designing the headquarters for Sydney-based Stockland. Their solution recycles an existing structure into a cutting edge workplace so successfully that it received the [...]

Solid Ash Wood Bathroom Furniture from CA d'Oro - Fontane collection is strong but refined

The imposing Fontane collection of solid ash bathroom furniture from CA d’Oro gives your bathroom grace and presence. The dignified forms and exquisite wood mean that your bathroom can now be equal in style stature to the rest of your home. The Fontane range is designed by Enzo Berti, and represents the cream of Italian design for truly discerning people. This is because the solid top-grade ash wood is carefully crafted to bring out the beauty of the natural grain. It is enhanced, not hidden, by the stunning finishes specially selected to complement the wood. This mean that you can not only enjoy natural wood, but also choose one of the soft colours: natural white, coffee, medium grey, wenge, light green or dust blue. Express your good taste throughout the whole house: add a Fontane bathroom by CA d’Oro to your interior.

Like ash wood? You might also like this contemporary ash bathroom from Sonia!

Karim Rashid Stone Bathroom Design from Bigelli Marmi – Mika has a powerful presence

The strength of nature itself is expressed through the Mika natural stone bathroom from Bigelli Marmi. Understated elegance is captured for all time through the vision of designer Karim Rashid, who understands the simple pleasure of bathing. The lines of the bathtub and basin drift gently inwards from either side, dipping in the middle to form the distinctive silhouette of the Mika range. A timeless look, the beauty of natural stone will add warmth to your bathroom for many years to come. Available now from Bigelli Marmi, contact them for more information about this stunning stone bathtub.

Like Karim Rashid designs? Check out his Kawa collection of bathroom faucets, from Cisal.

Bosch French Door refrigerator from Integra series - counter depth refrigerator

Bosch Integra adds impressive and expensive 36" wide, stainless steel French Door refrigerator for complete cooling performance, convenience and flexibility. The fully integrated, and Energy Star qualified refrigerator boasts all the popular features of Integra fridges, including SuperCool, SuperFreeze and MarketFresh, ensuring that your foods stay fresh for extended periods of time, preserving the texture, color and taste while minimizing spoilage. Digital temperature control, stainless steel bar handles, dual compressor, OptiFlex hinges that allow doors to be mounted flush and open to 115 degrees, ice maker and quiet operation are some of the characteristics of this Bosch French Door refrigerator. Inside the counter depth refrigerator offers slide-out and spill-safe shelves, adjustable door bins, humidity controlled crispers, deli drawer, freezer baskets and automatic defrosting. Total capacity is 19.6 cu. ft. with 14.3 cu. ft. refrigerator and 5.3 cu. ft. freezer compartments. This stainless steel French Door refrigerator sells for about $6,000. The base version costs $5,400 and requires a custom panel. Bosch Appliances. Stainless steel European version, Bosch Trio is priced at about €6,300. Also soon to be available in Europe, are Neff CoolingMania Trio and French Door refrigerator from Electrolux.

Solea compact rotating stove - burn wood or gas - from Wanders

The new, made in Holland Solea from Wanders is a compact 360° rotating wood burning stove. With its elegant and compact form, it can be placed in the centre of your room, creating a lasting aesthetic impression and cozy atmosphere while keeping your warm. The Solea has an automatic air supply and pre-heated pane rinsing and comes with a thermostatic remote control with timer functions. An additional pre-heated air supply burns the combustion gas a second time. The ability to rotate 360° means the stove can be seen from every place in your room. The compact Solea is also available in a gas version. Key features are 70% burning efficiency, 5.1 kW capacity and maximum fuel consumption of only .75 m³/h. Wanders.

Solea compact rotating stove - burn wood or gas - from Wanders

The new, made in Holland Solea from Wanders is a compact 360° rotating wood burning stove. With its elegant and compact form, it can be placed in the centre of your room, creating a lasting aesthetic impression and cozy atmosphere while keeping your warm. The Solea has an automatic air supply and pre-heated pane rinsing and comes with a thermostatic remote control with timer functions. An additional pre-heated air supply burns the combustion gas a second time. The ability to rotate 360° means the stove can be seen from every place in your room. The compact Solea is also available in a gas version. Key features are 70% burning efficiency, 5.1 kW capacity and maximum fuel consumption of only .75 m³/h. Wanders.

Balance Vase

A vase made out of a ostrich egg.

Tub F-117

A bathingtub-inspired by a stealth-plane.This polygonal bathing-sculpture is made of 14 sheeds. The system can be modified to fit to bodysize and meas..

Ceramic hob with Direktouch controls from AEG-Electrolux Appliances

This new AEG-Electrolux ceramic hob, 66331K offers the very latest in control technology for instantly accessing any setting. The Direktouch hob interface allows you to go directly to the desired cooking level instead of having to go through each of the previous steps on the touch control. The 60 cm hob comes with a triple HILIGHT zone, a multi-purpose HILIGHT zone ideal for fish kettles and casseroles, 2 single zones, 15 stage digital power displays and digital residual heat indicators. Automatic booster brings zones up to selected temperature almost simultaneously and the cooking zones are programmable up to 99 minutes, with auto shut off and acoustic timer signal. Other key features of this ceramic hob are Stop + Go touch control sensor with keep warm function, an accurate timer facility which prevents pans boiling over and avoids the risk of over-cooking, function lock and child safety lock. Price is around £500. 70 cm wide hob is also available. AEG Electrolux Appliances.

Stoves cookers go Back to Black with freestanding electric and gas double ovens

It is official, Black is back. Stoves has responded to consumer demand by relaunching its 61EHDO and 61GDO freestanding electric and gas double ovens in classic black. An alternative to Stoves Flavours Collection, the 61GDO is a sleek and contemporary 600 mm wide gas double oven cooker with 4 burner gas hob. For cooking flexibility, it features 2 separate conventional ovens and a variable grill. Combining ease and convenience, the Back to Black 61GDO has twin side lights in both ovens, an easy to use 3 button programmable LED clock and a glass hotplate with a safety cut off which automatically extinguishes the flame when the lid is placed down. If you prefer electric, the 61EHDO is a 600 mm freestanding electric double oven, which comes complete with conventional top oven and fanned main oven. Combining quality styling with the latest innovations, the 61EHDO hotplate offers a combination of halogen technology that provides the radiant heat of 4 ceramic cooking zones with the extra power of halogen. Other finishing touches of these Back to Black freestanding ovens include a 3-button LED clock and programmer and twin side lights in each oven. Realizing that cleaning the oven is a chore, Stoves engineers have done their best to take the hard work out of the process with the addition of thoughtful features such as removable inner doors glass and Stoves unique easy-clean Pristine enamel. According to Alison Petty, Freestanding Product Manager for Stoves, black appliances make a real style statement and can be used to create a simple uniform colour that is well suited to the modern kitchen. Black is a very versatile colour and is able to bring a modern touch to wooden kitchen units as well as contrasting brilliantly with opposite colours such as white to tie in with this season monochrome trend. Previously, Stoves cooker and compact Stoves range cookers.

Ceramic hob with Direktouch controls from AEG-Electrolux Appliances

This new AEG-Electrolux ceramic hob, 66331K offers the very latest in control technology for instantly accessing any setting. The Direktouch hob interface allows you to go directly to the desired cooking level instead of having to go through each of the previous steps on the touch control. The 60 cm hob comes with a triple HILIGHT zone, a multi-purpose HILIGHT zone ideal for fish kettles and casseroles, 2 single zones, 15 stage digital power displays and digital residual heat indicators. Automatic booster brings zones up to selected temperature almost simultaneously and the cooking zones are programmable up to 99 minutes, with auto shut off and acoustic timer signal. Other key features of this ceramic hob are Stop + Go touch control sensor with keep warm function, an accurate timer facility which prevents pans boiling over and avoids the risk of over-cooking, function lock and child safety lock. Price is around £500. 70 cm wide hob is also available. AEG Electrolux Appliances.

Ceramic hob with Direktouch controls from AEG-Electrolux Appliances

This new AEG-Electrolux ceramic hob, 66331K offers the very latest in control technology for instantly accessing any setting. The Direktouch hob interface allows you to go directly to the desired cooking level instead of having to go through each of the previous steps on the touch control. The 60 cm hob comes with a triple HILIGHT zone, a multi-purpose HILIGHT zone ideal for fish kettles and casseroles, 2 single zones, 15 stage digital power displays and digital residual heat indicators. Automatic booster brings zones up to selected temperature almost simultaneously and the cooking zones are programmable up to 99 minutes, with auto shut off and acoustic timer signal. Other key features of this ceramic hob are Stop + Go touch control sensor with keep warm function, an accurate timer facility which prevents pans boiling over and avoids the risk of over-cooking, function lock and child safety lock. Price is around £500. 70 cm wide hob is also available. AEG Electrolux Appliances.

AEG Vertical cooker hood

The newly designed Vertical cooker hood blends harmoniously into the modern kitchen decor. With its straight stainless steel horizontal lines, accentuated by glass and integrated TouchControl panel, the hood seemingly floats in space. The recessed mounted halogen lights provide cozy ambient lighting. Automatic switch-off function, saturation indicator, washable filters and 4-speed motor. AEG Electrolux.

AEG Vertical cooker hood

The newly designed Vertical cooker hood blends harmoniously into the modern kitchen decor. With its straight stainless steel horizontal lines, accentuated by glass and integrated TouchControl panel, the hood seemingly floats in space. The recessed mounted halogen lights provide cozy ambient lighting. Automatic switch-off function, saturation indicator, washable filters and 4-speed motor. AEG Electrolux.

AEG Vertical cooker hood

The newly designed Vertical cooker hood blends harmoniously into the modern kitchen decor. With its straight stainless steel horizontal lines, accentuated by glass and integrated TouchControl panel, the hood seemingly floats in space. The recessed mounted halogen lights provide cozy ambient lighting. Automatic switch-off function, saturation indicator, washable filters and 4-speed motor. AEG Electrolux.

AEG Visible cooker hood

The AEG Visible cooker hood has been created for sophisticated contemporary kitchen. The innovative aluminium extractor motor and special noise insulation result in extraordinarily silent operation. With the stainless steel front panels, Visible can seamlessly blend with other modern appliances. The TouchControl unit is integrated into the stainless steel front in an ergonomic and visually appealing way. Halogen lights, automatic switch-off function, 4-speed motor, washable filters, filter saturation indicator. AEG Electrolux.

AEG Visible cooker hood

The AEG Visible cooker hood has been created for sophisticated contemporary kitchen. The innovative aluminium extractor motor and special noise insulation result in extraordinarily silent operation. With the stainless steel front panels, Visible can seamlessly blend with other modern appliances. The TouchControl unit is integrated into the stainless steel front in an ergonomic and visually appealing way. Halogen lights, automatic switch-off function, 4-speed motor, washable filters, filter saturation indicator. AEG Electrolux.

Bronzeknuckle

“Bronzeknuckle” are designed as centre pieces for dining and social occasions which, with a marriage of digital and hand carved forms, ser..

Bronzeknuckle

“Bronzeknuckle” are designed as centre pieces for dining and social occasions which, with a marriage of digital and hand carved forms, ser..

Granulation

The granulation technique is a way of attaching small beads to a surface which means that the beads will always align with the surface. I wanted to th..

V-ZUG steam ovens

V-ZUG steam ovens come in three trims - the Combi-Steam SL, Steam S, and Combair-Steam S, providing stylish solution for healthy home cooking with professional results. V-ZUG ingenious Electronic Steam System offers several key advantages, including powerful and fast steam production, fast climate change, low water and energy consumption, no water standing in the water pipes, precise amounts of steam as needed and large fresh water tank for longer steaming. Hi-tech sensor technology offers patented climate and climate control sensors, limescale sensor and food probe. The unique climate controlled GourmetSteam is the new automatic program which uses super heated steam to prepare dishes that normally require a heavy use of oil. Traditional gentle Steaming ensures that valuable vitamins and minerals are not lost and food natural flavour is retained. Professional Baking operating mode combines steam and hot air and is perfect for all yeast-based baked goods such as bread and rolls. With Real Hot Air function you can bake two sheets of cookies or fruit and vegetable flans, getting excellent baking or cooking results every time, due to ZUG optimum hot air circulation and ventilation of the baking space. Soft Roasting makes perfectly tender meat, ready to serve at the exact time you need it. Regeneration employs a special combination of steam and hot air, allowing you to reheat pre-cooked meals or convenience food without any loss of quality or moisture and serve them as if freshly prepared. Cleaning is easy with the special descaling feature, and you only need to clean a V-ZUG oven every 6 to 18 months, depending on how often you use it.

V-ZUG steam ovens

V-ZUG steam ovens come in three trims - the Combi-Steam SL, Steam S, and Combair-Steam S, providing stylish solution for healthy home cooking with professional results. V-ZUG ingenious Electronic Steam System offers several key advantages, including powerful and fast steam production, fast climate change, low water and energy consumption, no water standing in the water pipes, precise amounts of steam as needed and large fresh water tank for longer steaming. Hi-tech sensor technology offers patented climate and climate control sensors, limescale sensor and food probe. The unique climate controlled GourmetSteam is the new automatic program which uses super heated steam to prepare dishes that normally require a heavy use of oil. Traditional gentle Steaming ensures that valuable vitamins and minerals are not lost and food natural flavour is retained. Professional Baking operating mode combines steam and hot air and is perfect for all yeast-based baked goods such as bread and rolls. With Real Hot Air function you can bake two sheets of cookies or fruit and vegetable flans, getting excellent baking or cooking results every time, due to ZUG optimum hot air circulation and ventilation of the baking space. Soft Roasting makes perfectly tender meat, ready to serve at the exact time you need it. Regeneration employs a special combination of steam and hot air, allowing you to reheat pre-cooked meals or convenience food without any loss of quality or moisture and serve them as if freshly prepared. Cleaning is easy with the special descaling feature, and you only need to clean a V-ZUG oven every 6 to 18 months, depending on how often you use it.

V-ZUG steam ovens

V-ZUG steam ovens come in three trims - the Combi-Steam SL, Steam S, and Combair-Steam S, providing stylish solution for healthy home cooking with professional results. V-ZUG ingenious Electronic Steam System offers several key advantages, including powerful and fast steam production, fast climate change, low water and energy consumption, no water standing in the water pipes, precise amounts of steam as needed and large fresh water tank for longer steaming. Hi-tech sensor technology offers patented climate and climate control sensors, limescale sensor and food probe. The unique climate controlled GourmetSteam is the new automatic program which uses super heated steam to prepare dishes that normally require a heavy use of oil. Traditional gentle Steaming ensures that valuable vitamins and minerals are not lost and food natural flavour is retained. Professional Baking operating mode combines steam and hot air and is perfect for all yeast-based baked goods such as bread and rolls. With Real Hot Air function you can bake two sheets of cookies or fruit and vegetable flans, getting excellent baking or cooking results every time, due to ZUG optimum hot air circulation and ventilation of the baking space. Soft Roasting makes perfectly tender meat, ready to serve at the exact time you need it. Regeneration employs a special combination of steam and hot air, allowing you to reheat pre-cooked meals or convenience food without any loss of quality or moisture and serve them as if freshly prepared. Cleaning is easy with the special descaling feature, and you only need to clean a V-ZUG oven every 6 to 18 months, depending on how often you use it.

V-ZUG steam ovens

V-ZUG steam ovens come in three trims - the Combi-Steam SL, Steam S, and Combair-Steam S, providing stylish solution for healthy home cooking with professional results. V-ZUG ingenious Electronic Steam System offers several key advantages, including powerful and fast steam production, fast climate change, low water and energy consumption, no water standing in the water pipes, precise amounts of steam as needed and large fresh water tank for longer steaming. Hi-tech sensor technology offers patented climate and climate control sensors, limescale sensor and food probe. The unique climate controlled GourmetSteam is the new automatic program which uses super heated steam to prepare dishes that normally require a heavy use of oil. Traditional gentle Steaming ensures that valuable vitamins and minerals are not lost and food natural flavour is retained. Professional Baking operating mode combines steam and hot air and is perfect for all yeast-based baked goods such as bread and rolls. With Real Hot Air function you can bake two sheets of cookies or fruit and vegetable flans, getting excellent baking or cooking results every time, due to ZUG optimum hot air circulation and ventilation of the baking space. Soft Roasting makes perfectly tender meat, ready to serve at the exact time you need it. Regeneration employs a special combination of steam and hot air, allowing you to reheat pre-cooked meals or convenience food without any loss of quality or moisture and serve them as if freshly prepared. Cleaning is easy with the special descaling feature, and you only need to clean a V-ZUG oven every 6 to 18 months, depending on how often you use it.

XXL wallpaper

Special "large format wallpaper collection" for large rooms like shops, hotels, clubs, restaurants...Dimensions: h 300 cm x w 130 cmmore than 80 diffe..

sunlounger fragrance

the goal was make a 'curved' sunlounger that would fit all ages and size of people, so to make this modular i splitted the sunlounger in 2 parts.the ..

Blightster

The thermoforming commonly used as a product container that once opened its rejected as trash, now is the container and content at the same time. Bli..

Majesty

Majesty - rings for royal minds...Once again a humorous niegel-design jewellery collection by german designer Catherine Niegel

Adora washer and dryer system by V-ZUG

The Swiss V-ZUG Ltd is the company few of our readers heard of. ZUG has been making kitchen and laundry appliances since 1913. Its Adora washer and dryer system delivers Swiss innovative design and precise execution for the best laundry experience. It starts with ergonomically designed, tiltable operating panel which can be adjusted, according to your height and lighting conditions of your laundry room. Exclusive steam anti-crease program makes a time-consuming chore of ironing a much more tolerable task if at all needed. Your laundry is gently washed, spun dry and then treated with steam so that it comes out with very few creases. This steam anti-crease can be selected as a separate programme for smoothing out creases and adding moisture to the laundry, or used in combination with other programs. No dust mite can survive the new Adora anti-mite program. The washing machine runs for at least an hour at 60°C and rinses the laundry so thoroughly that nothing remains of the dust mites - not even their droppings, which are the cause of many respiratory problems. Adora skin protection program uses optimized rinse cycle, eliminating skin irritation and itching caused by detergent residue. And to ensure that machine itself is thoroughly clean, the innovative, hot steam cleaning process takes approximately 20 minutes with very hot steam getting into every nook and cranny, ensuring the Adora is always clean and hygienic. The Adora SL washing machine also features the exclusive ZUG honeycomb drum with 8,562 holes - twice as many as conventional wash drums, resulting in the most gentle treatment of your most precious items and an extremely thorough laundry cleaning, rinsing and removal of detergent residues. Other main washing programs and function are Whites/Coloured 20 - 95°C, Sport 60°C, Sport 40°C, Wool 30°C, Hand wash 20°C, Easy care, Quick wash, Soap wash, Bio wash and Pre-wash, up to 24 hour delayed start, turbidity sensor, degree of soiling and soaking, fully electronic controls, program progress and remaining duration display and end-of-program signal. Safety features are unbalanced load detection, child look and foam control. Top spin speed is 1,600 RPM and 'AAA' rating for energy, washing and spin. The TLK condenser dryer offers Extra dry, Standard dry, Damp - ready to iron, Damp, Crease-guard program, Timed drying/Airing, Fluffing program, Gentle and 0 to 90 minutes Timed drying. Key features include end-of-program signal, up to 24 hour delayed start, pivoting operating panel, digital display, fully electronic controls, level of dryness, program progress and remaining duration display, electronic control display, natural interior lighting, residual moisture sensor and reverse drum action. Safety systems are temperature control, child lock, fluff filter detection and condenser detection. 6 kg capacity, 103 litre drum volume, 42 cm diameter porthole door opening with 180° opening angle. V-ZUG.

Spindle Stool

Why do we still hide from our past?Are we still at a point where we have to reject ornamentation for high minimalism? Are we only allowed to expose a ..

Adora washer and dryer system by V-ZUG

The Swiss V-ZUG Ltd is the company few of our readers heard of. ZUG has been making kitchen and laundry appliances since 1913. Its Adora washer and dryer system delivers Swiss innovative design and precise execution for the best laundry experience. It starts with ergonomically designed, tiltable operating panel which can be adjusted, according to your height and lighting conditions of your laundry room. Exclusive steam anti-crease program makes a time-consuming chore of ironing a much more tolerable task if at all needed. Your laundry is gently washed, spun dry and then treated with steam so that it comes out with very few creases. This steam anti-crease can be selected as a separate programme for smoothing out creases and adding moisture to the laundry, or used in combination with other programs. No dust mite can survive the new Adora anti-mite program. The washing machine runs for at least an hour at 60°C and rinses the laundry so thoroughly that nothing remains of the dust mites - not even their droppings, which are the cause of many respiratory problems. Adora skin protection program uses optimized rinse cycle, eliminating skin irritation and itching caused by detergent residue. And to ensure that machine itself is thoroughly clean, the innovative, hot steam cleaning process takes approximately 20 minutes with very hot steam getting into every nook and cranny, ensuring the Adora is always clean and hygienic. The Adora SL washing machine also features the exclusive ZUG honeycomb drum with 8,562 holes - twice as many as conventional wash drums, resulting in the most gentle treatment of your most precious items and an extremely thorough laundry cleaning, rinsing and removal of detergent residues. Other main washing programs and function are Whites/Coloured 20 - 95°C, Sport 60°C, Sport 40°C, Wool 30°C, Hand wash 20°C, Easy care, Quick wash, Soap wash, Bio wash and Pre-wash, up to 24 hour delayed start, turbidity sensor, degree of soiling and soaking, fully electronic controls, program progress and remaining duration display and end-of-program signal. Safety features are unbalanced load detection, child look and foam control. Top spin speed is 1,600 RPM and 'AAA' rating for energy, washing and spin. The TLK condenser dryer offers Extra dry, Standard dry, Damp - ready to iron, Damp, Crease-guard program, Timed drying/Airing, Fluffing program, Gentle and 0 to 90 minutes Timed drying. Key features include end-of-program signal, up to 24 hour delayed start, pivoting operating panel, digital display, fully electronic controls, level of dryness, program progress and remaining duration display, electronic control display, natural interior lighting, residual moisture sensor and reverse drum action. Safety systems are temperature control, child lock, fluff filter detection and condenser detection. 6 kg capacity, 103 litre drum volume, 42 cm diameter porthole door opening with 180° opening angle. V-ZUG.

Spindle Stool

Why do we still hide from our past?Are we still at a point where we have to reject ornamentation for high minimalism? Are we only allowed to expose a ..

Swarovski Jewels Sink collection from Antologia for a touch of glamour…

Understated elegance is at the heart of the Swarovski Jewels Sink collection from Antologia. The Jewels sinks are created with artisan care by Vicenza based gold craftsmen who encrust each piece painstakingly with Signity jewels. A range of sleek, simple black or white basins highlight the sparkle of the gems. Italian flair for design and beautiful Swarovski crystals make these sinks a desirable, functional addition to a transitional bathroom decor. Made to appeal to the discerning, top-end clientele, these sinks make a practical element a work of art. The company Antologia also produces a variety of exclusive items, from furniture to mirror, to harmonise with the Jewels sink collection.

For more Swarovski encrusted sinks, click here.

Enviro-Couture Exhibit: Haute Trash Wearable Sculpture
We are always on the lookout for newsy eco tidbits for our readers – the trashier the better in a lot of cases. But when we recently received this fun tip about couture created from waste bin refuse (newspapers and e-waste specifically), we decided to do a bit of investigative fashion journalism. Enviro-Couture: Haute Art from [...]

The Great Debate Over Housing Plans
Earlier this summer we introduced you to Freegreen and their efforts to bring green prefab design to the masses. Recently Lloyd Alter from treehugger conducted an excellent interview with David Wax from Freegreen and architect Greg La Vardera whose smart modern home designs can be found on Houseplans.com. Lloyd looks at the issues facing consumers [...]

Air Bathtub from Ideal Standard - new Soft Airpool tub is an ingenious bathing solution

The Soft air bathtub from Ideal Standard has a supple, smooth quality that is all at once so obvious, yet so unusual to find. Most bathtubs are hard and unyielding – hardly ideal characteristics to best promote relaxation! The Soft bathtub is different. It is crafted of a soft, touchable material with an internal structure of polyurethane foam coated polyester. The outside finish is uncompromised – a gorgeous wenge covers the base and back. An ergonomic form, the oval tub is so easy to sink into, with no integrated taps to get in the way, and the slightly higher edged side is a natural backrest. The Soft’s Airpool system consists of 14 individual jets to inject massaging bubbles into the water, to wash away cares of the day. Find out more about the lovely Soft air bathtub, contact Ideal Standard.

See another smart Ideal Standard bathtub from the Trendir archives – this one has an illuminated front panel and pull-out drawers!

Karim Rashid Bathroom Faucets from Cisal - Kawa collection

Cisal brings us these dynamic and highly unusual bathroom faucets, designed by Karim Rashid. The slim form of the Kawa bathroom faucet is likened to surf, or a wave, by half-Egyptian, half-British designer Rashid, in reference to the curving form which echoes the undulation of the ocean. The aesthetically minimal rounded form that results is both user-friendly and artful. The sparse forms of the faucet collection lend themselves to color finishes… you can choose monotone or two contrasting shades. The faucets are a natural focal point in the bathroom in clean, crisp white, imposing black, or in the vibrant hues of pink and green. Or for a more classic look, there are chrome and gold finishes available too. Contact Italian bathroom experts Cisal to add the striking Kawa range faucets to your home.

Mirror hood by AEG-Electrolux in black glass

Designed in elegant black glass with 2 brilliant halogen lights and convenient electronic touch controls, the Competence DD9995 is the beautiful mirror hood suitable for either, extraction or recirculation venting. The 80 cm wide hood offers maximum extraction rate of 670 m³/h with the noise level of 61 dB. Other features include filter saturation indicator, automatic switch-off function and dishwasher-safe filters. This mirror hood is priced at £1,000. See also Faber mirror hood and Competence HD 8760 AEG cooker hood.

Coffee and Cigarettes

Coffee and cigarettes is homage to the ritual of coffee+cigarette,perpetuated for centuries during the morning breakfast or after meals, in smoky publ..

cristal

vases, 45 - 1165 cm high, black high glossy

Integrated steam oven - Miele combi steamer

The Miele integrated steam oven, DGC 5080 comes with a fan which distributes hot air inside for uniform baking and roasting results. The Moisture Plus sensor regulates the humidity levels so whatever you cook, arrives to your table prepared in the most moist and succulent way. Miele equips this programmable combi steam oven with electronic clock, delay start, menu driven multi-lingual Navitronic touch controls, recommended temperatures, steam reduction function and external steam generator. With over 140 different automatic programs to choose from, you can bake and steam everything you want in any eatable way. The most popular selections are Cook Universal Pressure with 101 - 120°C temperature range, Cook Universal with 50 - 100°C temperature range, Cook Fish, Cook Vegetables, Cook Meat and Poultry, Reheat, Defrost and Descale. To make your life even easier, User Favourites stores up to 30 of your favourite recipes. The 30 litre integrated combi steam oven has 6 shelves, in-floor heater element, halogen lighting, grease filter, rack, food probe and comes in aluminium, black, stainless steel and titanium finishes. Price for this Miele steamer is about £2,300. Previously, combi steam Viking oven.

Integrated steam oven - Miele combi steamer

The Miele integrated steam oven, DGC 5080 comes with a fan which distributes hot air inside for uniform baking and roasting results. The Moisture Plus sensor regulates the humidity levels so whatever you cook, arrives to your table prepared in the most moist and succulent way. Miele equips this programmable combi steam oven with electronic clock, delay start, menu driven multi-lingual Navitronic touch controls, recommended temperatures, steam reduction function and external steam generator. With over 140 different automatic programs to choose from, you can bake and steam everything you want in any eatable way. The most popular selections are Cook Universal Pressure with 101 - 120°C temperature range, Cook Universal with 50 - 100°C temperature range, Cook Fish, Cook Vegetables, Cook Meat and Poultry, Reheat, Defrost and Descale. To make your life even easier, User Favourites stores up to 30 of your favourite recipes. The 30 litre integrated combi steam oven has 6 shelves, in-floor heater element, halogen lighting, grease filter, rack, food probe and comes in aluminium, black, stainless steel and titanium finishes. Price for this Miele steamer is about £2,300. Previously, combi steam Viking oven.

Dynamic Modern Bathroom Design from Hidra - Hi-Line collection

Fittingly named, the Hi-Line collection from Hidra is indeed a ‘formal study on lines’ and their interpretation into a modern bathroom design. There is something pleasing about the draping lines incorporated into this design which the company describes as ‘fast and dynamic but also soft and creamy’. The Hi-Line collection of toilet, bidet and sink is finished in a gorgeous high-gloss soft grey color that is very uncommon. You will find pleasure in ordinary daily routines when you simply take a moment to stand back and appreciate the fine forms of the pieces. If individuality is your priority, the Hi-Line bathroom has a disposition to suit your needs. Contact Hidra for more information on this innovative bathroom collection.

PREFAB FRIDAY: Marmol Radziner’s Rincon 5
Earlier this summer the brains at Marmol Radziner and Associantes revealed a sleek series of “accessory buildings” including their new Rincon 5 prefab. The clean-lined guest unit features an excellent set of sustainable features including LED lighting, recycled insulation, and bamboo flooring, plus it can function completely off-grid with an optional solar panel package.

Mirror hood by AEG-Electrolux in black glass

Designed in elegant black glass with 2 brilliant halogen lights and convenient electronic touch controls, the Competence DD9995 is the beautiful mirror hood suitable for either, extraction or recirculation venting. The 80 cm wide hood offers maximum extraction rate of 670 m³/h with the noise level of 61 dB. Other features include filter saturation indicator, automatic switch-off function and dishwasher-safe filters. This mirror hood is priced at £1,000. See also Faber mirror hood and Competence HD 8760 AEG cooker hood.

Arclinea Lignum et Lapis kitchen by Antonio Citterio - technological innovation and natural materials are sure to impress!

Built with natural materials, linear and fresh, the new Lignum et Lapis kitchen from Arclinea is a contemporary kitchen not to be missed. Imposing stone and reassuring wood give the kitchen both strength and warmth, as well as a certain Grecian nobility. The splendid ‘Gra-Bla’ marble of the kitchen island is a cool, deep grey color which is complemented perfectly by the stainless steel ceiling-mounted overhead rack. It is designed not only to keep all your pots and pans close to hand, but also boasts an integrated lighting system, food warmer and miniature indoor greenhouse! The doors of the wall-mounted storage units and the drawers of the island unit come in larch wood, in a minimalist staved style. Your family will be naturally drawn to linger at the breakfast bar with new Olimpia stools, appreciating the ergonomic design of all within the Lignum et Lapis kitchen. Available from Arclinea.

Love fresh herbs? Check out the Italia kitchen by Arclinea that brings a greenhouse right into your kitchen.

Ultra-Modern Bathroom from Olympia - Crystal shines with individual style

A multi-faceted look gives the Crystal bathroom from Olympia an ultra-modern style. Inspired by the geometric angles of crystals, the fascinating, asymmetrical pieces will take centre stage in any contemporary bathroom, prompting guests to investigate the intriguing forms even further. Comprised of a matching toilet, bidet, sink and mirror, Italian company Olympia hones a visual orchestration of fine porcelain. Using a lively, yet controlled, visual language, the Crystal collection radiates a precise beauty. Simple, but far from ordinary, this ultra-modern bathroom is by Olympia Ceramica.

More stunning bathroom designs from Olympia Ceramica here, picked by Trendir ...

Induction cooktop from Kuppersbusch

The high-end EKI 8840.0F induction cooktop combines innovative technology with aesthetic and modern design. The distinguish, platinum color cooking surface looks very attractive and 4 induction plates offer pan and pan size detection, ensuring minimum energy consumption. Each plate gives you complete flexibility with power range from 50 watts to 2.8 kW. Electronic touch control are easy to operate. 4 pre-programmed cooking levels include weak, medium, strong and power boost. Automatic switch-off function, child safety lock. Price for this 80 cm wide induction cooktop is 1,900 €. Kuppersbusch.

Built-in steamer from Kuppersbusch

The EDG 6400.0PW built-in steamer comes in renaissance white finish with platinum colored trim, offering steam cooking within 30 to 100°C temperature range. With 4 programs including fish, meat, vegetables and food defrosting, electronic control panel and 38 litre stainless steel cavity, you have many cooking options to prepare healthy and delicious meals easy and fast. External generator produces and feeds steam into the steamer. Removable water tank, easy to clean. Price for this built-in steamer from Kuppersbusch is 1,300 €. Previously, Kuppersbusch steam oven.

Induction cooktop from Kuppersbusch

The high-end EKI 8840.0F induction cooktop combines innovative technology with aesthetic and modern design. The distinguish, platinum color cooking surface looks very attractive and 4 induction plates offer pan and pan size detection, ensuring minimum energy consumption. Each plate gives you complete flexibility with power range from 50 watts to 2.8 kW. Electronic touch control are easy to operate. 4 pre-programmed cooking levels include weak, medium, strong and power boost. Automatic switch-off function, child safety lock. Price for this 80 cm wide induction cooktop is 1,900 €. Kuppersbusch.

Built-in steamer from Kuppersbusch

The EDG 6400.0PW built-in steamer comes in renaissance white finish with platinum colored trim, offering steam cooking within 30 to 100°C temperature range. With 4 programs including fish, meat, vegetables and food defrosting, electronic control panel and 38 litre stainless steel cavity, you have many cooking options to prepare healthy and delicious meals easy and fast. External generator produces and feeds steam into the steamer. Removable water tank, easy to clean. Price for this built-in steamer from Kuppersbusch is 1,300 €. Previously, Kuppersbusch steam oven.

Karim Rashid Bathroom Faucets from Cisal - Kawa collection

Cisal brings us these dynamic and highly unusual bathroom faucets, designed by Karim Rashid. The slim form of the Kawa bathroom faucet is likened to surf, or a wave, by half-Egyptian, half-British designer Rashid, in reference to the curving form which echoes the undulation of the ocean. The aesthetically minimal rounded form that results is both user-friendly and artful. The sparse forms of the faucet collection lend themselves to color finishes… you can choose monotone or two contrasting shades. The faucets are a natural focal point in the bathroom in clean, crisp white, imposing black, or in the vibrant hues of pink and green. Or for a more classic look, there are chrome and gold finishes available too. Contact Italian bathroom experts Cisal to add the striking Kawa range faucets to your home.

Arclinea Lignum et Lapis kitchen by Antonio Citterio - technological innovation and natural materials are sure to impress!

Built with natural materials, linear and fresh, the new Lignum et Lapis kitchen from Arclinea is a contemporary kitchen not to be missed. Imposing stone and reassuring wood give the kitchen both strength and warmth, as well as a certain Grecian nobility. The splendid ‘Gra-Bla’ marble of the kitchen island is a cool, deep grey color which is complemented perfectly by the stainless steel ceiling-mounted overhead rack. It is designed not only to keep all your pots and pans close to hand, but also boasts an integrated lighting system, food warmer and miniature indoor greenhouse! The doors of the wall-mounted storage units and the drawers of the island unit come in larch wood, in a minimalist staved style. Your family will be naturally drawn to linger at the breakfast bar with new Olimpia stools, appreciating the ergonomic design of all within the Lignum et Lapis kitchen. Available from Arclinea.

Love fresh herbs? Check out the Italia kitchen by Arclinea that brings a greenhouse right into your kitchen.

Air Bathtub from Ideal Standard - new Soft Airpool tub is an ingenious bathing solution

The Soft air bathtub from Ideal Standard has a supple, smooth quality that is all at once so obvious, yet so unusual to find. Most bathtubs are hard and unyielding – hardly ideal characteristics to best promote relaxation! The Soft bathtub is different. It is crafted of a soft, touchable material with an internal structure of polyurethane foam coated polyester. The outside finish is uncompromised – a gorgeous wenge covers the base and back. An ergonomic form, the oval tub is so easy to sink into, with no integrated taps to get in the way, and the slightly higher edged side is a natural backrest. The Soft’s Airpool system consists of 14 individual jets to inject massaging bubbles into the water, to wash away cares of the day. Find out more about the lovely Soft air bathtub, contact Ideal Standard.

See another smart Ideal Standard bathtub from the Trendir archives – this one has an illuminated front panel and pull-out drawers!

Thesis Contemporary Style Faucet from Roca – Straightforward Bathroom Style from the Netherlands

Abrupt contemporary style, the Thesis faucet from Roca is a focal point without hogging all the limelight. Straight to the point, the tap wastes no time on unnecessary extras and presents a sleek ans simple vision. With a geometric square base, the Roca has a firm foundation. The faucet's tapering, curved spout offers relief from straight lines, and this curved form is echoed by the handle. Gleaming in a flawless chrome finish, the Thesis adds a sparkle and vitality to your bathroom. Contact Roca for more information about this impressive bathroom faucet: the Thesis.

DesignLAB’s Stunning IFAW Headquarters
DesignLAB’s recently completed headquarters for the International Fund for Animal Welfare goes far beyond integrating into its environment to actually ameliorate a contaminated brownfield site, infusing it with renewed life. A stunning example of modern architecture, the 54,000 square foot structure is situated in Yarmouthport, Massachusetts and showcases an exceptional roster of sustainable building strategies [...]

Air Bathtub from Ideal Standard - new Soft Airpool tub is an ingenious bathing solution

The Soft air bathtub from Ideal Standard has a supple, smooth quality that is all at once so obvious, yet so unusual to find. Most bathtubs are hard and unyielding – hardly ideal characteristics to best promote relaxation! The Soft bathtub is different. It is crafted of a soft, touchable material with an internal structure of polyurethane foam coated polyester. The outside finish is uncompromised – a gorgeous wenge covers the base and back. An ergonomic form, the oval tub is so easy to sink into, with no integrated taps to get in the way, and the slightly higher edged side is a natural backrest. The Soft’s Airpool system consists of 14 individual jets to inject massaging bubbles into the water, to wash away cares of the day. Find out more about the lovely Soft air bathtub, contact Ideal Standard.

See another smart Ideal Standard bathtub from the Trendir archives – this one has an illuminated front panel and pull-out drawers!

Karim Rashid Bathroom Faucets from Cisal - Kawa collection

Cisal brings us these dynamic and highly unusual bathroom faucets, designed by Karim Rashid. The slim form of the Kawa bathroom faucet is likened to surf, or a wave, by half-Egyptian, half-British designer Rashid, in reference to the curving form which echoes the undulation of the ocean. The aesthetically minimal rounded form that results is both user-friendly and artful. The sparse forms of the faucet collection lend themselves to color finishes… you can choose monotone or two contrasting shades. The faucets are a natural focal point in the bathroom in clean, crisp white, imposing black, or in the vibrant hues of pink and green. Or for a more classic look, there are chrome and gold finishes available too. Contact Italian bathroom experts Cisal to add the striking Kawa range faucets to your home.

Lighted Shower from Cisal - ‘Drops’ turns on the light to a new showering experience…

Imagine standing under a beam of light that highlights each shimmering droplet of water as a shower of refreshing water cascades down upon you. Sound nice? Then the illuminating showering experience of the Drops Lighted Shower from Cisal is definitely for you. For serious relaxation and total escape from the world, turn off the lights and step into another dimension of bathing pleasure. A fascinating mix of design and functionality, the cutting edge Drops shower is certainly innovative. It’s all about adding beauty and value to everyday items, making them something special and memorable. The Drops shower is available now from Cisal.

Also, take a look at this LED bathroom faucet by Gessi from the Trendir archives!

Contemporary Vanity from Roca - Stratum - bold modern Dutch style

The combination of crisp, clean white porcelain sinks and natural wood bases seems to grow ever more popular in 2008. The Stratum contemporary vanity from Roca is a stunning example of the success of that partnership! It is a pleasing look that is easy to add to any contemporary interior, as the linear aspects keep the design so simple whilst effortlessly enhancing its strong design presence. Naturally a focal point, the Stratum will not take over the bathroom, and will give you plenty of leave to express your style through other items too. Not only attractive, the warm wooden vanity unit gives plenty of storage space for towels and other bathroom essentials. The doors will hide clutter away behind their smooth exterior surfaces, uninterrupted by obtrusive handles. Stratum vanity - another gorgeous design from the cutting-edge Dutch company Roca.

Like the style of the Stratum vanity but have a small bathroom? How about the Oasis compact bathroom vanity by Pelipal?

World’s Smallest Solar Car: Select Solar Mini
Talk about bringing solar power to the palm of your hand! The World’s Smallest Solar Racing Car is a tiny, fully-functional solar powered vehicle topped with a minuscule photovoltaic panel. The Select Solar Mini Racer measures in at a mere 33×22x14 mm - about the size of a quarter - but can zoom [...]

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Electrolux Gusto range cooker with interchangeable cooktops

The new Electrolux Gusto range cooker offers fantastic cooking flexibility with 3 interchangeable cooktops - a fry top, wok top and griddle top, for creating healthy grilled dishes. Each cooktop can be switched for different types of food preparation, allowing you to cook like professional chef in a comfort of your home. Available in two sizes, the griddle top is slightly elevated to allow air flow to the gas flame and has a reservoir for collecting grease and fat. All cooktops can be easily washed in the dishwasher and stored in the drawer when not used. This 100 cm wide professional grade range cooker has 6 gas burners, including 2 triple crown burners and energy 'A' rated multifunction oven. The oven offers a 97 litre capacity and 8 functions plus grill. Gusto contemporary and ergonomic design features oversized metal knobs with easy-grip surface, robust handle and a digital touch panel for oven control. This range cooker from Electrolux should be available sometime soon for around £2,100.

Electrolux Gusto range cooker with interchangeable cooktops

The new Electrolux Gusto range cooker offers fantastic cooking flexibility with 3 interchangeable cooktops - a fry top, wok top and griddle top, for creating healthy grilled dishes. Each cooktop can be switched for different types of food preparation, allowing you to cook like professional chef in a comfort of your home. Available in two sizes, the griddle top is slightly elevated to allow air flow to the gas flame and has a reservoir for collecting grease and fat. All cooktops can be easily washed in the dishwasher and stored in the drawer when not used. This 100 cm wide professional grade range cooker has 6 gas burners, including 2 triple crown burners and energy 'A' rated multifunction oven. The oven offers a 97 litre capacity and 8 functions plus grill. Gusto contemporary and ergonomic design features oversized metal knobs with easy-grip surface, robust handle and a digital touch panel for oven control. This range cooker from Electrolux should be available sometime soon for around £2,100.

Chain Desk Lamp: Bright and Compact
Working during the day, using old-fashioned sunlight, is no doubt the best option for eco-saavy individuals looking to save energy. But as life sometimes requires working into the wee hours of the night, the Chain Desk Lamp, designed by Ilaria Marelli, offers a bright working environment while making use of LED technology.

FOOD MAP DESIGNS: Gardening for the Space-Challenged
We’ve all heard that growing food for ourselves is good for the planet as well as the soul, but between finding the space and then remediating the soil, growing an edible garden can go from being a simple idea to a gargantuan task. Fortunately for space-challenged gardeners, Food Map Design’s growing container offers an incredibly [...]

Lighted Shower from Cisal - ‘Drops’ turns on the light to a new showering experience…

Imagine standing under a beam of light that highlights each shimmering droplet of water as a shower of refreshing water cascades down upon you. Sound nice? Then the illuminating showering experience of the Drops Lighted Shower from Cisal is definitely for you. For serious relaxation and total escape from the world, turn off the lights and step into another dimension of bathing pleasure. A fascinating mix of design and functionality, the cutting edge Drops shower is certainly innovative. It’s all about adding beauty and value to everyday items, making them something special and memorable. The Drops shower is available now from Cisal.

Also, take a look at this LED bathroom faucet by Gessi from the Trendir archives!

Luxury Faucet collection by Teknobili - Dubai collection by Mauro Carlesi in 24K gold finish

The name ‘Dubai’ conjures up images of opulent living and Middle Eastern attention to detail – and this Dubai luxury faucet collection by Mauro Carlesi delivers just that. From Teknobili, the exquisite mixer faucet range creates a strong visual impact – a truly eye-catching look for your bathroom. And with taps, bidet faucets, bath fillers and shower fixtures you can carry the look throughout the whole room. The silhouette of the range is curvy, with each piece gently tapering and then flaring out again in smooth, gleaming lines. The elegant scroll design that stars as a handle is particularly of note. But the ornate decoration of the Dubai collection doesn’t stop there – each faucet is also adorned with a pretty etched motif encircling the base. And just when you thought it couldn’t get any more sumptuous: the faucets are available in either chrome or 24K gold finishes! Indulge yourself with the exotic Dubai collection from Italian experts, Teknobili.

Modern Fireplaces from Planika - Architects Line Fires generate a warm welcome anywhere!

Incorporating the beauty of fire absolutely anywhere, into any interior or exterior, the Architects line of modern fireplaces from Planika is a fantastic solution to design needs. These fire ‘inserts’ are specially designed for the professional who wishes to add a natural fire feature without the need for a bulky chimney or vent. No mess, no fuss – the Architects line of fireplaces run on environmentally-friendly Fanola fuel which eliminates soot, ash and smoke! This means that the fireplaces can emerge, as if by magic, from within coffee tables or wheeled trolleys (as pictured here) or other pieces of furniture… a certain conversation piece. They are easy to install, odourless, and generate nothing more than CO2 in a proportion similar to a human’s breath. To add a stunning fireplace without all the headaches, contact Planika.

See another minimalist fireplace… the elemental Gaya by Safretti.

Compact dishwasher from LG

The latest compact dishwasher from LG, the D0610TF has high-quality stainless steel housing with convenient viewing window to check the status of your dishes. Dishwasher comes with 80°C disinfecting cycle and anti-fungal, disinfecting UV light. The door opens from the top with the light press of a button. The options and programs have their own control buttons and the remaining washing time is automatically displayed according to the selected program. LG Electronics. Previously, EdgeStar countertop compact dishwasher.

Compact dishwasher from LG

The latest compact dishwasher from LG, the D0610TF has high-quality stainless steel housing with convenient viewing window to check the status of your dishes. Dishwasher comes with 80°C disinfecting cycle and anti-fungal, disinfecting UV light. The door opens from the top with the light press of a button. The options and programs have their own control buttons and the remaining washing time is automatically displayed according to the selected program. LG Electronics. Previously, EdgeStar countertop compact dishwasher.

Xlence vacuum - DeLonghi cylinder vacuum cleaner

The very quiet Xlence vacuum, the DeLonghi XLT 210 PE cylinder vacuum cleaner features simple lines projecting business-like impression. This vacuum comes with HEPA filter, remote control, 4 litre bag, bag full indicator, retractable cord which allows 11 meter radius of operation and host of accessories. Maximum power output of the Xlence vacuum cleaner is 2.1 kW. DeLonghi.

Compact dishwasher from LG

The latest compact dishwasher from LG, the D0610TF has high-quality stainless steel housing with convenient viewing window to check the status of your dishes. Dishwasher comes with 80°C disinfecting cycle and anti-fungal, disinfecting UV light. The door opens from the top with the light press of a button. The options and programs have their own control buttons and the remaining washing time is automatically displayed according to the selected program. LG Electronics. Previously, EdgeStar countertop compact dishwasher.

Compact dishwasher from LG

The latest compact dishwasher from LG, the D0610TF has high-quality stainless steel housing with convenient viewing window to check the status of your dishes. Dishwasher comes with 80°C disinfecting cycle and anti-fungal, disinfecting UV light. The door opens from the top with the light press of a button. The options and programs have their own control buttons and the remaining washing time is automatically displayed according to the selected program. LG Electronics. Previously, EdgeStar countertop compact dishwasher.

Eco Ego Environmental Game
Although we should all strive to make environmentally sound choices, sometimes it can be hard to envision the immediate impact of our actions. This quirky Eco Ego game presents an accessible - if simplistic - view of an interconnected ecosystem. As you follow the sprite-like protagonist in their daily duties, the game responds to your [...]

Delichon Modern Vanity from Gruppo Atma: Reinterpreting the Traditional

The poetical Delichon modern vanity from Gruppo Atma has a classic, unruffled elegance that you will appreciate. An antidote for the plain lines of minimalist style, the modern Delichon instead offers delicately framed door panels in either black or white. It sits atop short, but perfectly decorated legs that are covered in flourishes. The nostalgic vanity is easy to translate into a transitional or classic decor theme, but as the photos here also show, it may be modernized by keeping its companions to the neutral color scheme and placing carefully-chosen contemporary pieces to complement the Delichon. Or, play upon its traditional styling by adding candlesticks and gilt! However you choose to interpret the Delichon vanity, it will remain an eye-catching item of bathroom furniture that is certain to transcend trends. From Gruppo Atma.

If you like the ‘framed’ look of this vanity, check out the quirky Secjo vanity by Altamarea…

Spektra Woven Vinyl Flooring by Bolon is durable and dynamic!

Swedish company Bolon presents the sensational, touchable Spektra woven vinyl flooring. It has the feel of textile carpeting, but the hard-wearing woven vinyl means that the flooring will stand the test of time. It is especially appropriate for high traffic areas such as hallways, and is easy to maintain. In additional, this material lends a vivid colour combination to the flooring, and also a fascinating metallic sparkle when viewed from certain angles. The rainbow of Spectra unfolds across the floor to express your own sense of fun and creativity. Characterised by a lively, but geometric pattern, the Spektra floor is totally unselfconscious, and always a centre of attention! Bolon know that flooring is the foundation of a room, they say; ‘It is the backdrop creating an invisible aura and a major feature in the overall design of a room’. The Specktra woven vinyl flooring is certainly no exception!

Shower Toilet from Geberit - new Balena 8000 wall mounted alternative to a bidet

Finally – Japanese hygiene technology is available in the Western world! The new Balena 8000 wall mounted toilet is a shower toilet from Geberit, a high-tech alternative to a bidet. The toilet releases a stream of refreshing water, adjusted perfectly to your liking, for an all-day clean sensation. You can choose from pulsating and oscillating options, as well as a warm-air drying feature and a special ‘lady shower’. Four user settings can be retained in the memory of the shower toilet, to be recalled at the touch of a button. The streamlined look of the toilet is in keeping with contemporary bathroom styles, and a remote control makes it easy to set to your personal preference of temperature and pressure. Swiss precision adds to the Eastern concept of lifestyle to make a product which is stylish and functional… contact Geberit to find out more about the Balena 8000, available now from select retailers.

Arclinea Lignum et Lapis kitchen by Antonio Citterio - technological innovation and natural materials are sure to impress!

Built with natural materials, linear and fresh, the new Lignum et Lapis kitchen from Arclinea is a contemporary kitchen not to be missed. Imposing stone and reassuring wood give the kitchen both strength and warmth, as well as a certain Grecian nobility. The splendid ‘Gra-Bla’ marble of the kitchen island is a cool, deep grey color which is complemented perfectly by the stainless steel ceiling-mounted overhead rack. It is designed not only to keep all your pots and pans close to hand, but also boasts an integrated lighting system, food warmer and miniature indoor greenhouse! The doors of the wall-mounted storage units and the drawers of the island unit come in larch wood, in a minimalist staved style. Your family will be naturally drawn to linger at the breakfast bar with new Olimpia stools, appreciating the ergonomic design of all within the Lignum et Lapis kitchen. Available from Arclinea.

Love fresh herbs? Check out the Italia kitchen by Arclinea that brings a greenhouse right into your kitchen.

Sperm Wallpaper

This is part of my modular wallpaper paintings "moveable wallpapers". The dress is printed in the same pattern as the wallpaper. The sperm represents ..

Sperm Wallpaper

This is part of my modular wallpaper paintings "moveable wallpapers". The dress is printed in the same pattern as the wallpaper. The sperm represents ..

Covert Table

What is minimal ornamentation? This line of tables pushes the boundaries of design eras; where they start and stop; and what colors, forms, materials ..

Contemporary Vanity from Roca - Stratum - bold modern Dutch style

The combination of crisp, clean white porcelain sinks and natural wood bases seems to grow ever more popular in 2008. The Stratum contemporary vanity from Roca is a stunning example of the success of that partnership! It is a pleasing look that is easy to add to any contemporary interior, as the linear aspects keep the design so simple whilst effortlessly enhancing its strong design presence. Naturally a focal point, the Stratum will not take over the bathroom, and will give you plenty of leave to express your style through other items too. Not only attractive, the warm wooden vanity unit gives plenty of storage space for towels and other bathroom essentials. The doors will hide clutter away behind their smooth exterior surfaces, uninterrupted by obtrusive handles. Stratum vanity - another gorgeous design from the cutting-edge Dutch company Roca.

Like the style of the Stratum vanity but have a small bathroom? How about the Oasis compact bathroom vanity by Pelipal?

LAST CALL: Project H Will Fund a Lifestraw for Mumbai for $25
Building off the success of the Lifestraw Personal water filtration device, Vestergaard Frandsen’s new Lifestraw Family system provides 15,000 liters of clean drinking water to one household. And now, you can fund the delivery of one Lifestraw Family system to a slum community in Mumbai for $25 through Project H Design, an organization founded [...]

TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY: Honda’s Eco-Sportster
Here’s one concept car that looks likely to hit the production mainline in the near future. Expanding its leading line of “green” sports cars, Honda recently unveiled this OSM (Open Study Model) at the British International Motor Show last week. The sporty two-seat convertible is reminiscent of the current S2000 line and joined the confirmed-for-production [...]

CASAKids Modern Furniture for Inhabitots

Arclinea Lignum et Lapis kitchen by Antonio Citterio - technological innovation and natural materials are sure to impress!

Built with natural materials, linear and fresh, the new Lignum et Lapis kitchen from Arclinea is a contemporary kitchen not to be missed. Imposing stone and reassuring wood give the kitchen both strength and warmth, as well as a certain Grecian nobility. The splendid ‘Gra-Bla’ marble of the kitchen island is a cool, deep grey color which is complemented perfectly by the stainless steel ceiling-mounted overhead rack. It is designed not only to keep all your pots and pans close to hand, but also boasts an integrated lighting system, food warmer and miniature indoor greenhouse! The doors of the wall-mounted storage units and the drawers of the island unit come in larch wood, in a minimalist staved style. Your family will be naturally drawn to linger at the breakfast bar with new Olimpia stools, appreciating the ergonomic design of all within the Lignum et Lapis kitchen. Available from Arclinea.

Love fresh herbs? Check out the Italia kitchen by Arclinea that brings a greenhouse right into your kitchen.

X LOUNGER by Timothy Schreiber

originally designed as a proposed outdoor lounge chair for Toyo Ito's Serpentine Pavillion, the geometry of Timothy Schreiber's X_LOUNGER is based on ..

Rex-Electrolux linear flush-mounted gas hob

The new 112 cm wide flush-mounted gas hob from Rex Electrolux has 4 gas burners with cast iron grates. Stainless steel professional-style control knobs are positioned on either side of the hob. Rex-Electrolux was created in 2003 with then 70-year old Italian Rex merging with the Electrolux.

New gas cooktop from Rex-Electrolux Soft Line

The new Soft Line of gas cooktops with front positioned control knobs will be available in 90, 75 and 60 cm widths. Planned in several configurations and finishes, this line nicely blends traditional Italian design of Rex with robust execution and agile lines normally attributed to Electrolux. Rex-Electrolux.

Twisted Sofa by nea studio

L-shaped sofa with integrated daybedAs opposed to a conventional rectangular sofa, this sofa has sloping soft surfaces which adapt to the body in a va..

Twisted Sofa by nea studio

L-shaped sofa with integrated daybedAs opposed to a conventional rectangular sofa, this sofa has sloping soft surfaces which adapt to the body in a va..

PREFAB FRIDAY: Unpacking the prefabs at MOMA!
For those of us not fortunate enough to attend the MOMA’s recent Home Delivery exhibition, Scribe Media has assembled an excellent video that takes an in-depth look at five of today’s cutting-edge prefabs. Chock full of interviews with architects and led by Chief Curator of Architecture & Design Barry Bergdoll, it’s a must-see for [...]

Swimming Cities of the Switchback Sea
This Fall the Miss Rockaway Armada will be born again as the Swimming Cities of Switchback Sea. It’s the same fun idea: recycled rafts and boats floating down a river, touting all things sustainable and art-fueled, but this time the fleet is powered by alternative energy sources like biodiesel, solar and steam.

CASAKids Modern Furniture for Inhabitots

PREFAB FRIDAY: Unpacking the prefabs at MOMA!
For those of us not fortunate enough to attend the MOMA’s recent Home Delivery exhibition, Scribe Media has assembled an excellent video that takes an in-depth look at five of today’s cutting-edge prefabs. Chock full of interviews with architects and led by Chief Curator of Architecture & Design Barry Bergdoll, it’s a must-see for [...]

The Landmark Cyber Park: India’s Cutting Edge IT Hub
The construction industry is booming in India, and skyscrapers are lining the country’s skyline. Much of this development does not integrate sustainable features, however many architects and planners have realized the importance of green building practices, and many new buildings and housing projects have adopted green technologies. In line with these developments, India’s new Cyber [...]

300 carpet

An oversized knitwork which appears as if it originated in a different
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300 carpet

An oversized knitwork which appears as if it originated in a different
world. A hand-knitted carpet, not
only representing the result itse..

300 carpet

An oversized knitwork which appears as if it originated in a different
world. A hand-knitted carpet, not
only representing the result itse..

Spektra Woven Vinyl Flooring by Bolon is durable and dynamic!

Swedish company Bolon presents the sensational, touchable Spektra woven vinyl flooring. It has the feel of textile carpeting, but the hard-wearing woven vinyl means that the flooring will stand the test of time. It is especially appropriate for high traffic areas such as hallways, and is easy to maintain. In additional, this material lends a vivid colour combination to the flooring, and also a fascinating metallic sparkle when viewed from certain angles. The rainbow of Spectra unfolds across the floor to express your own sense of fun and creativity. Characterised by a lively, but geometric pattern, the Spektra floor is totally unselfconscious, and always a centre of attention! Bolon know that flooring is the foundation of a room, they say; ‘It is the backdrop creating an invisible aura and a major feature in the overall design of a room’. The Specktra woven vinyl flooring is certainly no exception!

Thesis Contemporary Style Faucet from Roca – Straightforward Bathroom Style from the Netherlands

Abrupt contemporary style, the Thesis faucet from Roca is a focal point without hogging all the limelight. Straight to the point, the tap wastes no time on unnecessary extras and presents a sleek ans simple vision. With a geometric square base, the Roca has a firm foundation. The faucet's tapering, curved spout offers relief from straight lines, and this curved form is echoed by the handle. Gleaming in a flawless chrome finish, the Thesis adds a sparkle and vitality to your bathroom. Contact Roca for more information about this impressive bathroom faucet: the Thesis.

CASAKids Modern Furniture for Inhabitots

The Hayle Estuary Ecolodge
Architects Gilmore, Hankey and Kirke of GHK International have submitted plans for this beautiful Ecolodge on the edge of the Hayle Estuary in Cornwall, England. The 30-room complex will include a restaurant, cafe and visitors center for bird watchers and eco-tourists alike. Featuring an unobtrusive FSC certified design with a living green roof, the sustainable [...]

EAMES RAR ROCKER: A mom’s best friend?
The Eames, those Iconic mid-century modernists, were incredible innovators and produced many designs that still resonate strongly today. We’ve been discussing the pros and cons of their classic Eames RAR Rocker over at our new baby & kids site, Inhabitots. Stylish rocking chairs are hard to come by, and the Eames rocker is one [...]

Hammered steel and bronze ranges from Fratelli Onofri

The new hammered finish Fratelli Onofri ranges look stunning. I saw them on KBIS 2008 and wanted to get one on the spot, but then realized I had to buy a new house with the kitchen to match, or at the very least, totally and very expensively remodel mine. Besides I couldn't decide on the color, figuring if I should buy both. It was quite frustrating, no? So it is on hold and indefinitely. But jokes aside, they are as sharp looking as high performance and functional. Distributed in the States by EuroChef USA, these ranges are available in Giant Oven and Double Oven ranges from Royal Chiantishire Series. Both ranges have 4 cm high single piece hob made from 304 stainless steel, 5 sealed gas burners with flame failure safety device, including 12,000 BTU Wok triple flame, 10,000 BTU Rapid, two 6,000 BTU Semi-Rapid and 3,500 BTU Auxiliary gas burner. Other key features are underknob one-touch ignition, Old World analogue clock and timer, custom stainless steel handles and legs heavy duty cast iron grates, removable backguard and storage compartment.

The Double Oven range features 2.3 cu. ft. multifunction electric oven with braising grill, top grill, European convection fan, bottom element, light, thermostat, 3 heavy gauge oven racks. The second 1.5 cu. ft. capacity oven has brasing grill, top element, bottom element, thermostat and oven rack. Both ovens have triple-glazed glass doors.

The Giant Oven range offers single oven with 4.4 cu. ft. cooking space, braising grill, top grill, European convection fan, bottom element, light, thermostat, 3 heavy gauge oven racks and triple-glazed glass door.

I don't have price for these hammered steel and bronze Fratelli ranges, but you can bet it will be somewhat higher than traditional stainless steel or plain color models. Both, Giant Oven and Double Oven ranges from Royal Chiantishire Series also come at stainless steel with Chrome trim for $3,150 and $3,700 respectively, as well as in Anthracite with either Brass or Chrome, and Ivory, Blue and Burgundy with Brass trims for $3,650, and $4,200. Previously 36" Fratelli Onofri Evolution range.

Hammered steel and bronze ranges from Fratelli Onofri

The new hammered finish Fratelli Onofri ranges look stunning. I saw them on KBIS 2008 and wanted to get one on the spot, but then realized I had to buy a new house with the kitchen to match, or at the very least, totally and very expensively remodel mine. Besides I couldn't decide on the color, figuring if I should buy both. It was quite frustrating, no? So it is on hold and indefinitely. But jokes aside, they are as sharp looking as high performance and functional. Distributed in the States by EuroChef USA, these ranges are available in Giant Oven and Double Oven ranges from Royal Chiantishire Series. Both ranges have 4 cm high single piece hob made from 304 stainless steel, 5 sealed gas burners with flame failure safety device, including 12,000 BTU Wok triple flame, 10,000 BTU Rapid, two 6,000 BTU Semi-Rapid and 3,500 BTU Auxiliary gas burner. Other key features are underknob one-touch ignition, Old World analogue clock and timer, custom stainless steel handles and legs heavy duty cast iron grates, removable backguard and storage compartment.

The Double Oven range features 2.3 cu. ft. multifunction electric oven with braising grill, top grill, European convection fan, bottom element, light, thermostat, 3 heavy gauge oven racks. The second 1.5 cu. ft. capacity oven has brasing grill, top element, bottom element, thermostat and oven rack. Both ovens have triple-glazed glass doors.

The Giant Oven range offers single oven with 4.4 cu. ft. cooking space, braising grill, top grill, European convection fan, bottom element, light, thermostat, 3 heavy gauge oven racks and triple-glazed glass door.

I don't have price for these hammered steel and bronze Fratelli ranges, but you can bet it will be somewhat higher than traditional stainless steel or plain color models. Both, Giant Oven and Double Oven ranges from Royal Chiantishire Series also come at stainless steel with Chrome trim for $3,150 and $3,700 respectively, as well as in Anthracite with either Brass or Chrome, and Ivory, Blue and Burgundy with Brass trims for $3,650, and $4,200. Previously 36" Fratelli Onofri Evolution range.

New Neff French Door refrigerator

With introduction of the French Door refrigerator, CoolingMania Trio K7791, Neff brings a new, high performance refrigerator freezer to your kitchen doorstep. Designed to fulfill every desire, this refined refrigerator has large fridge compartment with double door and space for everything. Electronically controlled Trio comes with MultiAirFlow dynamic cooling system, offering the best conditions to preserve the freshness of food for longer. Features include integrated ice dispenser, fresh foods telescopic drawer, 3 glass shelves, 2 fully extendable fruit and vegetable drawers, intensive cooling and freezing, open door alarm and halogen lighting. Ergonomically designed freezer has telescopic drawer, perfect for storing frozen fish, meats and vegetables, while large main freezer space can take every kind of food. No Frost technology prevents formation and built up of ice, while special AirFresh filter eliminates odors, keeping smells away from your food. The new CoolingMania Trio is practically silent, and its streamline design allows for that perfectly flush fit with your cabinets for sleek and seamless appearance. Neff.

McDonough + Partners’ Groundbreaking Isola Office
Sustainable design greats McDonough + Partners will soon be bringing Cradle to Cradle thinking to a city often known first for its fashion: Milan, Italy. Their Isola Office building will be aiming for LEED Gold with a variety of sustainable building strategies including solar and geothermal energy, advanced insulation panels, solar shading, and a high-efficiency [...]

Chair changes into Footstool - a highly flexible design by Leolux

Fantastically versatile design: you’ll want to furnish your living room will a liberal sprinkling of the Pastille Chairs by Leolux and nothing more! This handy and generous piece is described by the company as “as tempting as a sweet” and we’d certainly tend to agree. After all, you can choose from a wide range of colorful upholstery options - and even a combination of two upholsteries (where the seat and back are a different color to the arms). Prefer a footstool? Lower the back of the chair and a royal footstool is yours. Want to relax with a book? Transform the footstool back into a comfortable chair with wide armrests. The Pastille is on well-formed castors for ease of movement too… although these can of course be blocked when you wish the chair to remain stationary. Representative of Leolux’s fabulous furnishing range, the Pastille chair is truly outstanding.

Delichon Modern Vanity from Gruppo Atma: Reinterpreting the Traditional

The poetical Delichon modern vanity from Gruppo Atma has a classic, unruffled elegance that you will appreciate. An antidote for the plain lines of minimalist style, the modern Delichon instead offers delicately framed door panels in either black or white. It sits atop short, but perfectly decorated legs that are covered in flourishes. The nostalgic vanity is easy to translate into a transitional or classic decor theme, but as the photos here also show, it may be modernized by keeping its companions to the neutral color scheme and placing carefully-chosen contemporary pieces to complement the Delichon. Or, play upon its traditional styling by adding candlesticks and gilt! However you choose to interpret the Delichon vanity, it will remain an eye-catching item of bathroom furniture that is certain to transcend trends. From Gruppo Atma.

If you like the ‘framed’ look of this vanity, check out the quirky Secjo vanity by Altamarea…

Architec Washbasin by Duravit - the small bathroom solution

If you’ve got a small bathroom but still yearn for smart furnishings, try the attractive Architec Washbasin by Duravit. Its perfectly round dimensions are appealing as well as compact. Uncomplicated and understated, there are endless possibilities in the range to guarantee the Architec will fit perfectly into your bathroom. Wall-mounted or integrated into a vanity, the small washbasin looks great. The vanity shown here has an effective under-mounting of the sink, plus offers storage and a towel rail. For city dwellers, or for smaller guests bathrooms, the Architec Washbasin by Duravit is the answer.

Another clever idea by Duravit – the Mirrorwall.

The Miss Rio Recycled Flip-Flop Ottoman
The Miss Rio Ottoman is composed of an unlikely material that gives it its Nerf-esque pizazz and Koosh ball buoyancy: recycled Flip-Flops. Designer Karin Wittmann Wilsmann takes industrial leftovers from flip-flop factories to groups of local craftspeople in Brazil where the unprocessed material becomes Miss Rio Ottomans.

Stella Stackables for Inhabitots!
These slick stackable storage bins by Q Collection Junior provide a stylish organization solution that’s perfect for growing households. We love their bright color combinations and mid-century modern charm, plus their modular stackability makes them versatile pieces that you’ll want to hold on to for a long time to come. Each one is hand-made from [...]

Stella Stackables for Inhabitots!
These slick stackable storage bins by Q Collection Junior provide a stylish organization solution that’s perfect for growing households. We love their bright color combinations and mid-century modern charm, plus their modular stackability makes them versatile pieces that you’ll want to hold on to for a long time to come. Each one is hand-made from [...]

Chair changes into Footstool - a highly flexible design by Leolux

Fantastically versatile design: you’ll want to furnish your living room will a liberal sprinkling of the Pastille Chairs by Leolux and nothing more! This handy and generous piece is described by the company as “as tempting as a sweet” and we’d certainly tend to agree. After all, you can choose from a wide range of colorful upholstery options - and even a combination of two upholsteries (where the seat and back are a different color to the arms). Prefer a footstool? Lower the back of the chair and a royal footstool is yours. Want to relax with a book? Transform the footstool back into a comfortable chair with wide armrests. The Pastille is on well-formed castors for ease of movement too… although these can of course be blocked when you wish the chair to remain stationary. Representative of Leolux’s fabulous furnishing range, the Pastille chair is truly outstanding.

Cork Vessels and more intriguing bathroom items from Portugal…

The Cork collection from Simple Forms Design exudes a wonderful rough and rustic charm. The vessels pictured here are part of the surprising Cork range which the company has developed using traditional Portuguese materials. The range includes soap holders, storage bowls, mats and flooring all with the textured finish that is the result of using agglomerated cork or rubber-cork composite, according to the use of the object. The vessels pictured have a lovely weightless appeal and charming rounded shape. They are, of course, also manufactured to withstand the rigors of daily usage. Contact Simple Forms Design, based in Oporto, to obtain their carefully crafted and beautifully conceived cork items.

If you like unusual free-standing basin sinks, have a peek at the gorgeous glass vessels by Kohler …

LIVING MACHINES: Clean, Green Waste-Water Recycling
Resembling a tropical forest more than a concrete refinery, John Todd’s Living Machines offer an attractive solution to waste-water management. Consisting of a series of ecosystems that work together to break down water contaminants, Living Machines present a natural and eco-friendly way to filter and clean waste-water. The concept was recently awarded a Buckminster Fuller [...]

Delichon Modern Vanity from Gruppo Atma: Reinterpreting the Traditional

The poetical Delichon modern vanity from Gruppo Atma has a classic, unruffled elegance that you will appreciate. An antidote for the plain lines of minimalist style, the modern Delichon instead offers delicately framed door panels in either black or white. It sits atop short, but perfectly decorated legs that are covered in flourishes. The nostalgic vanity is easy to translate into a transitional or classic decor theme, but as the photos here also show, it may be modernized by keeping its companions to the neutral color scheme and placing carefully-chosen contemporary pieces to complement the Delichon. Or, play upon its traditional styling by adding candlesticks and gilt! However you choose to interpret the Delichon vanity, it will remain an eye-catching item of bathroom furniture that is certain to transcend trends. From Gruppo Atma.

If you like the ‘framed’ look of this vanity, check out the quirky Secjo vanity by Altamarea…

Stella Stackables for Inhabitots!
These slick stackable storage bins by Q Collection Junior provide a stylish organization solution that’s perfect for growing households. We love their bright color combinations and mid-century modern charm, plus their modular stackability makes them versatile pieces that you’ll want to hold on to for a long time to come. Each one is hand-made from [...]

Cork Vessels and more intriguing bathroom items from Portugal…

The Cork collection from Simple Forms Design exudes a wonderful rough and rustic charm. The vessels pictured here are part of the surprising Cork range which the company has developed using traditional Portuguese materials. The range includes soap holders, storage bowls, mats and flooring all with the textured finish that is the result of using agglomerated cork or rubber-cork composite, according to the use of the object. The vessels pictured have a lovely weightless appeal and charming rounded shape. They are, of course, also manufactured to withstand the rigors of daily usage. Contact Simple Forms Design, based in Oporto, to obtain their carefully crafted and beautifully conceived cork items.

If you like unusual free-standing basin sinks, have a peek at the gorgeous glass vessels by Kohler …

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Cordless Lamp by Neoz is totally portable

The Neoz V4 Cordless luminaire is a cordless lamp with so many illuminating possibilities. Essentially, the lamp charges (using a lithium-ion battery) at a central point and can then be placed at any spot selected for maximum effect. This leaves no trailing wires: an important aesthetic and safety consideration in many home and commercial situations. The rechargeable lamp’s base is the control for various effects, such as the dimmer, flickering candle and fading effect. With the wide variety of diffusers available, as pictured above, there is a combination appropriate for any interior or mood. Bright and modern, seriously futuristic, or more classic, the Neoz cordless lamp will suit any atmosphere.

Check out these cute modern table lamp by Martinelliluce too!

Cork Vessels and more intriguing bathroom items from Portugal…

The Cork collection from Simple Forms Design exudes a wonderful rough and rustic charm. The vessels pictured here are part of the surprising Cork range which the company has developed using traditional Portuguese materials. The range includes soap holders, storage bowls, mats and flooring all with the textured finish that is the result of using agglomerated cork or rubber-cork composite, according to the use of the object. The vessels pictured have a lovely weightless appeal and charming rounded shape. They are, of course, also manufactured to withstand the rigors of daily usage. Contact Simple Forms Design, based in Oporto, to obtain their carefully crafted and beautifully conceived cork items.

If you like unusual free-standing basin sinks, have a peek at the gorgeous glass vessels by Kohler …

Contemporary Vanity from Roca - Stratum - bold modern Dutch style

The combination of crisp, clean white porcelain sinks and natural wood bases seems to grow ever more popular in 2008. The Stratum contemporary vanity from Roca is a stunning example of the success of that partnership! It is a pleasing look that is easy to add to any contemporary interior, as the linear aspects keep the design so simple whilst effortlessly enhancing its strong design presence. Naturally a focal point, the Stratum will not take over the bathroom, and will give you plenty of leave to express your style through other items too. Not only attractive, the warm wooden vanity unit gives plenty of storage space for towels and other bathroom essentials. The doors will hide clutter away behind their smooth exterior surfaces, uninterrupted by obtrusive handles. Stratum vanity - another gorgeous design from the cutting-edge Dutch company Roca.

Like the style of the Stratum vanity but have a small bathroom? How about the Oasis compact bathroom vanity by Pelipal?

TRANSPORTATION TUESDAY: Futuristic MAG LEV Concept Car
While many green gear-heads argue whether electric vehicles are better than hybrids, Slovak designer Matúš Procháczka has brought the debate one step further. His innovative concept car foregoes these trifling 21st century technologies and fast-forwards straight to the future. Instead of an internal combustion engine, his vehicle is driven by an electric engine that generates [...]

Oasis Compact Bath Vanity by Pelipal for small bathrooms

A Red Dot design winner for 2008, the Oasis compact bath vanity by Pelipal is an outstanding vanity for small bathrooms. Straight lines and angularity characterize this modern vanity, teamed with a great combination of materials. The L-shaped white mineral marble basin gives a crisp and clean outline to the sink. Combined with the warmth of the wood flap or drawer and the chunky handle, the sink has a certain approachability that belies its cutting-edge design. Suitable for mounting to the side or the front of the wall, the Oasis looks particularly effective when installed in pairs. Not only does this guarantee harmonious morning getting ready with your partner, but you can also extend the Oasis to include extra storage space in between the sinks. The Oasis is now available from uber-cool Germany company Pelipal.

See another small bath vanity solution here…

Contemporary Vanity from Roca - Stratum - bold modern Dutch style

The combination of crisp, clean white porcelain sinks and natural wood bases seems to grow ever more popular in 2008. The Stratum contemporary vanity from Roca is a stunning example of the success of that partnership! It is a pleasing look that is easy to add to any contemporary interior, as the linear aspects keep the design so simple whilst effortlessly enhancing its strong design presence. Naturally a focal point, the Stratum will not take over the bathroom, and will give you plenty of leave to express your style through other items too. Not only attractive, the warm wooden vanity unit gives plenty of storage space for towels and other bathroom essentials. The doors will hide clutter away behind their smooth exterior surfaces, uninterrupted by obtrusive handles. Stratum vanity - another gorgeous design from the cutting-edge Dutch company Roca.

Like the style of the Stratum vanity but have a small bathroom? How about the Oasis compact bathroom vanity by Pelipal?

Talis new Bath Faucet Line from Hansgrohe – It’s Your Choice!

The Talis collection is a new bath faucet line from Hansgrohe that offers high-quality faucets at affordable prices. Hansgrohe recognizes that outstanding design can reach a wider audience when it costs less but still looks fantastic. With attractive joystick handle operation, the faucets are user-friendly and perfectly at ease with themselves. Although Talis is only one of the company’s ranges, you’ll find it surprisingly adaptable to a variety of different taste as it is offered in three different styles. Included in the range are E for Elegance, S for Style and C for Classic to choose from according to your design stance. Pictured here is the smart C range; E features a flattened joystick handle and S sports a modern diagonal angle. All types of fixtures are available to carry the look right through your bath, from basin mixers to showers and tub fillers. All available now from Hansgrohe.

HOM LIFESTYLE: The Whole Green Prefab Package
Often overshadowed in the prefab debate by their sexier cousin, the modular home, manufactured homes are not usually synonymous with sustainability or style. Until now, that is. Introducing HOM (pronounced ‘home’ and written with a fancy phonetic symbol), a new line of green manufactured homes, furniture, lighting and accessories for the consumer who cares [...]

PREFAB FRIDAY: Method Home’s Completed Cabin!
As summer hits its stride and the allure of the outdoors arrives we’re happy to report that Method Home’s modern wood wonder has blossomed into a beautiful home. If it seems like a short while since we first introduced you to the “down to earth prefab” you’re right; construction of the cabin took just three [...]

Announcing the birth of INHABITOTS!!
Calling all eco-minded parents and those with little ones in your lives! Inhabitat is proud to announce the birth of Inhabitots, the newest member of the Inhabitat family of blogs. Recognizing that having a baby is a major turning point in people’s lives and often the impetus for many to ‘go green,’ Inhabitots was created as [...]

Delichon Modern Vanity from Gruppo Atma: Reinterpreting the Traditional

The poetical Delichon modern vanity from Gruppo Atma has a classic, unruffled elegance that you will appreciate. An antidote for the plain lines of minimalist style, the modern Delichon instead offers delicately framed door panels in either black or white. It sits atop short, but perfectly decorated legs that are covered in flourishes. The nostalgic vanity is easy to translate into a transitional or classic decor theme, but as the photos here also show, it may be modernized by keeping its companions to the neutral color scheme and placing carefully-chosen contemporary pieces to complement the Delichon. Or, play upon its traditional styling by adding candlesticks and gilt! However you choose to interpret the Delichon vanity, it will remain an eye-catching item of bathroom furniture that is certain to transcend trends. From Gruppo Atma.

If you like the ‘framed’ look of this vanity, check out the quirky Secjo vanity by Altamarea…

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Solar LED ‘Leaf’ Streetlights by Jongoh Lee
What if instead of standard streetlights your nighttime walks were brightened by light-laden boughs of luminous leaves? That’s the concept behind Jongoh Lee’s elegant Invisible Streetlight, a solar-powered alternative to those ubiquitous energy-sucking globes posted throughout parks and other public spaces. The lamps are designed to wind around existing branches, seamlessly integrating into their [...]

Oasis Compact Bath Vanity by Pelipal for small bathrooms

A Red Dot design winner for 2008, the Oasis compact bath vanity by Pelipal is an outstanding vanity for small bathrooms. Straight lines and angularity characterize this modern vanity, teamed with a great combination of materials. The L-shaped white mineral marble basin gives a crisp and clean outline to the sink. Combined with the warmth of the wood flap or drawer and the chunky handle, the sink has a certain approachability that belies its cutting-edge design. Suitable for mounting to the side or the front of the wall, the Oasis looks particularly effective when installed in pairs. Not only does this guarantee harmonious morning getting ready with your partner, but you can also extend the Oasis to include extra storage space in between the sinks. The Oasis is now available from uber-cool Germany company Pelipal.

See another small bath vanity solution here…

Thesis Contemporary Style Faucet from Roca – Straightforward Bathroom Style from the Netherlands

Abrupt contemporary style, the Thesis faucet from Roca is a focal point without hogging all the limelight. Straight to the point, the tap wastes no time on unnecessary extras and presents a sleek ans simple vision. With a geometric square base, the Roca has a firm foundation. The faucet's tapering, curved spout offers relief from straight lines, and this curved form is echoed by the handle. Gleaming in a flawless chrome finish, the Thesis adds a sparkle and vitality to your bathroom. Contact Roca for more information about this impressive bathroom faucet: the Thesis.

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Architec Washbasin by Duravit - the small bathroom solution

If you’ve got a small bathroom but still yearn for smart furnishings, try the attractive Architec Washbasin by Duravit. Its perfectly round dimensions are appealing as well as compact. Uncomplicated and understated, there are endless possibilities in the range to guarantee the Architec will fit perfectly into your bathroom. Wall-mounted or integrated into a vanity, the small washbasin looks great. The vanity shown here has an effective under-mounting of the sink, plus offers storage and a towel rail. For city dwellers, or for smaller guests bathrooms, the Architec Washbasin by Duravit is the answer.

Another clever idea by Duravit – the Mirrorwall.

Vasco Bryce Aluminium Radiator Adds Heat and Interest to Any Wall

Combining a textured side with a smooth side adds visual and textural appeal to the Vasco Bryce aluminium radiator. Lively yet simple, the careful geometric design of the radiator will not leave you cold! All installation parts are hidden discretely behind this wall-mounted radiator, so you are left only with the gorgeous frontage to contemplate. It stands alone as a piece of artwork wherever you may choose to locate it within the home – it would be as appropriate in the living room as it would be in the bathroom. This eye-catching fully closed aluminium radiator is available now from Vasco to enhance any contemporary setting.

Another contemporary, geometric radiator here… the Square by Tubes.

Hybrid range cookers from American Range

American Range took its Saute /Step-Up cooking ranges one step further with introduction of industry first hybrid range cookers in 24", 30" and 36". The hybrid range combines gas and induction cooking technology in a one freestanding range, providing commercial grade firepower, performance and efficiency with ergonomic functionality. Residential step-up ranges were and still are quite an innovative idea, with American Range being the only brand to my best recollection. Given the popularity of hybrid cooktops, these hybrid range cookers can be a big hit. We are not quite sure on the 24" and 30" hybrid models, but the 36" range comes with 3.4 kW, 2.8 kW and 1.8 kW front induction burners, capable to accommodate 16" diameter saute pans or stock pots. More on saute step-up cooking ranges features.

Luxury Hide Carpet by Great Outfit - sumptuous and cozy

The ultimate luxury carpet: gorgeous sheepskin, carefully transformed into a truly contemporary decorative addition to your home. Designed by Great Outfit, the linear carpet pictured here is one of the many modern interpretations of the traditional sheepskin rug by Great Outfit. Discover the real meaning of the company’s slogan ‘looks great, feels even better’ as you sink your toes into the warm, fluffy pile. Suitable for any room of the home, the carpet lends itself particularly to those rooms where you want to simply kick off your shoes and unwind, perhaps in front of a roaring fire. Great Outfit certainly understands the coziness a rug can add to a room… their roots are in Finnish nature and Nordic design. Using only natural materials, the company has evolved from its start in 1960 when the team of father Väinö Virta, and his son, Eero, bought skins directly from hunters… firmly rooting their knowledge of quality raw materials. Contact the experts, Great Outfit, to get the best in luxury hide carpets.

Recycling Made Sexy by GOODONE
Looking for some eco-funked out fashion that retains that urban vibe? Enter Goodone, an award-winning London based sustainable clothing collection…”with an edge”. Designing one-off clothing made from hand-picked, locally-sourced and recycled fabrics Goodone is a fashion company aiming to redefine UK public perceptions of recycled clothing. The thrifty and talented designers from Goodone are moving [...]

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Talis new Bath Faucet Line from Hansgrohe – It’s Your Choice!

The Talis collection is a new bath faucet line from Hansgrohe that offers high-quality faucets at affordable prices. Hansgrohe recognizes that outstanding design can reach a wider audience when it costs less but still looks fantastic. With attractive joystick handle operation, the faucets are user-friendly and perfectly at ease with themselves. Although Talis is only one of the company’s ranges, you’ll find it surprisingly adaptable to a variety of different taste as it is offered in three different styles. Included in the range are E for Elegance, S for Style and C for Classic to choose from according to your design stance. Pictured here is the smart C range; E features a flattened joystick handle and S sports a modern diagonal angle. All types of fixtures are available to carry the look right through your bath, from basin mixers to showers and tub fillers. All available now from Hansgrohe.

Chair changes into Footstool - a highly flexible design by Leolux

Fantastically versatile design: you’ll want to furnish your living room will a liberal sprinkling of the Pastille Chairs by Leolux and nothing more! This handy and generous piece is described by the company as “as tempting as a sweet” and we’d certainly tend to agree. After all, you can choose from a wide range of colorful upholstery options - and even a combination of two upholsteries (where the seat and back are a different color to the arms). Prefer a footstool? Lower the back of the chair and a royal footstool is yours. Want to relax with a book? Transform the footstool back into a comfortable chair with wide armrests. The Pastille is on well-formed castors for ease of movement too… although these can of course be blocked when you wish the chair to remain stationary. Representative of Leolux’s fabulous furnishing range, the Pastille chair is truly outstanding.

Chair changes into Footstool - a highly flexible design by Leolux

Fantastically versatile design: you’ll want to furnish your living room will a liberal sprinkling of the Pastille Chairs by Leolux and nothing more! This handy and generous piece is described by the company as “as tempting as a sweet” and we’d certainly tend to agree. After all, you can choose from a wide range of colorful upholstery options - and even a combination of two upholsteries (where the seat and back are a different color to the arms). Prefer a footstool? Lower the back of the chair and a royal footstool is yours. Want to relax with a book? Transform the footstool back into a comfortable chair with wide armrests. The Pastille is on well-formed castors for ease of movement too… although these can of course be blocked when you wish the chair to remain stationary. Representative of Leolux’s fabulous furnishing range, the Pastille chair is truly outstanding.

Emeco Recycled Aluminum Chairs - Hudson is designed by Phillipe Starck

The dazzling Emeco Recycled Aluminum Chairs are iconic pieces designed by Phillipe Starck, and named 'Hudson' after the Hudson Hotel in New York. Upright, simple, and with a seat molded for comfort, these modern classic chairs come in three different finishes, from the positively gleaming, to the understated matte. You can also choose from an armchair or a simple dining chair. These days, fashion must also have a treasured, the team of Starck and Emeco together do the world a favour. The content of recycled aluminum in the chairs is 80%. Half is post-consumer (pop cans) and half is post-industrial (scrap from manufacturing) and they are totally American made, in Hanover PA. Great looks and a clear conscience – what could be better? Contact Emeco for more information.

See another Phillipe Starck chair from the Trendir archives here…

New Precast Concrete Sucks CO2 Out of the Air
Canadian environmental consultants, Carbon Sense Solutions, may have just developed a carbon storage method that could reduce global CO2 emissions by as much as 1% a year. Their new method called, CO2 Accelerated Concrete Curing, accelerates the curing process and stores carbon dioxide at the same time. This method applies only to precast concrete, but [...]

COLA LIFE CAMPAIGN: Coke’s distribution chain to save lives
In 1988, Simon Berry, Chief Executive of ruralnet|uk was working as a development worker in remote north east of Zambia, conscious that while he could buy a bottle of Coke anywhere, 1 in every 5 children under the age of five die in these areas through simple causes such as dehydration through diarrhea. Twenty years [...]

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HOM LIFESTYLE: The Whole Green Prefab Package
Often overshadowed in the prefab debate by their sexier cousin, the modular home, manufactured homes are not usually synonymous with sustainability or style. Until now, that is. Introducing HOM (pronounced ‘home’ and written with a fancy phonetic symbol), a new line of green manufactured homes, furniture, lighting and accessories for the consumer who cares [...]

San Francisco’s Grace Cathedral Going Solar-Powered
Taking a cue from eco-friendly skyscrapers and cars, religious places have started adopting sustainable technologies in the right earnest. The latest to join the green bandwagon is San Francisco’s Grace Cathedral. The San Francisco landmark will install a solar photovoltaic power system to meet its energy requirements, bringing yet another green idea to boost the [...]