Here is a simple but elegant concept that won the NORD industrial design competition 2008. This clever design of a fridge is based on a based on aesthetics of simple forms. The two main forms, which this concept rests on, are the rectangle and a circle. The entire effect is extremely sleek. There are no handles here; they are replaced with a wide central niche. There are three versions of the fridge. Dark, as a night is mysterious in...

Hermès has a Special Orders workshop that caters to the custom requests of its high profile customers. This is an extremely exclusive service. Recently, Eric Clapton called upon Hermès to make a case to hold his Martin 00028 EC acoustic guitar, the rock star's signature model that he helped to design. The exterior is made from one of the best available matte finish crocodile skin. The other materials used include poplar wood from Nazareth, Pennsylvania and blue silk velvet....

We all like some good old wine, especially with the festive season here. Good news for those who like this heady drink is that Gold Cuvée is on sale at the VOM FASS concessions in Selfridges. A little more to know about this one is, that it is a sparkling white wine produced with pinot and has real, edible 22 carat gold flakes. Now that really is sparkling, isn't it? This is some way to bling up your drink!...

Designer Dinesh Doshi is intent on keeping the Z10 Tower in the limelight of cutting edge technology. It is a seven star hotel, luxury residential apartments, and satellite offices all in one place. The Z10 towers are not only stunning, but they are noticeable for miles. The main towers are backed with a group of six complexes consisting of high-end living, providing its residents with their own elevators/party terraces, pools and Jacuzzis for private use and all this while...

Are electric cars the future? They must be since BMW has jumped on the bandwagon. The electric version of the Mini Cooper is looking good. The exclusive test program/publicity stunt will involve a limited run of 500 of the electric cars. These will be seen on the streets of Southern California and New York in January. It features 5,088 lithium ion batteries that power a 150kW electric motor. This makes for decent acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in...

When I look at examples of opulence like the one I'm about to talk about now, I really wonder whether there is a financial crisis. Just have one look at the Extreme WOW Suite at the spanking new W Hotel in Hong Kong. This ridiculously luxurious suite includes dining table for eight, private bathing pool, walk-in closets, Swarovski crystal bath fixtures and a magnificent aquarium. Okay, I'm sold. I have to rent this for a day. The other awesome...

Here's a fake Audi. Does that make you cringe? Well, it shouldn't because this ReplicaAudiR8 looks super good. It is made out of a 2001 Mercury Cougar, but this baby sure spells style. Who ever thought that a front-engine, front-wheel-drive approximation of a mid-engine, all-wheel-drive had the potential to be such eye candy? We know that the Audi R8 is one of the neatest and most exclusive cars in the market. But this replica piece holds its own against...

We know that the automotive industry is facing troubling times, but Amosu Luxury is making something ultra luxurious and elite for this same industry. Usually they bling up products like iPod cases, cell phones, cameras, etc. with gold and diamond. This time they've focused their attention on customization of the Lamborghini key fob. 183 little diamonds for a total of 2.02 carats adorn the key. This sparkling and stunning key is priced at about $10,500. This is a hot...

Curventa which is a product development company from London has been holding a big secret close to its heart which is about o be revealed. This is the Bloodhound SSC, the next world land speed record attempt from Richard Noble. The aim of this project is to build the fastest car in the world in a span of three years. It will be something that goes beyond the 1000mph line. This is seriously fast and furious, it will put...

I'm not really that surprised to see that Porsche has yet again tailored the Boxster and Cayman a new, improved and fitting suit. This new avatar is along with a noteworthy performance boost headed by the efficient double clutch transmission. More power and lesser fuel consumption is a rare combination but you see it here. Cayman S version’s 3.4l engine which produces 310 horsepower and a under 5 second sprint is certainly something to gawk at. Porsche has outdone...

Now a days, bonnets aren't just for your pretty head. Actually I thought bonnets were more or less extinct since the early 19th century. But here is their revival by Dutch designer Liset van der Scheer for carpet company Casalis. Except that this cap can be stretched over various forms, but not your head. It is ideal for casual seating and footstools. Casalis says, "Bonnet covers and plaids (throws) are knitted in 100 % merino wool and available in...

Haunting Lines is an amazing sofa by German designer Daniel Becker. The black looks extremely elegant and the yellow edges give it a bold look. The lines are so well cut and nicely defined. It looks like a very chiseled piece of work. It is essentially a two-seater sofa. However, check out the picture where they've joined many of these couches. It looks like a hot never-ending line of furniture. Can't tell you about the price yet, you'll have...

Cosimo Cavallaro is pretty famous for making Jesus in chocolate. This time around he has another rather novel but strange idea of a chair covered in cheese! This idea struck him while dining at Amici Mei, at West Broadway and Houston when the owner told him that he could use some paintings of wine and cheese for his decor. To the owner's surprise, Cosimo offered to cover the inside of the restaurant in cheese. Thankfully, the owner said he'd...

Looking at this Aurora British 6' Pool table reminds me of that time in 'FRIENDS' when Joey and Chandler were looking for the perfect table. They were torn between buying a dining table or a play table. This hot table if it existed back then, would've certainly solved their problem. The coolest part about it is the LED lights. It looks like it belongs in an arcade or casino or pub or something. I love the blue light effects...

It's been said before, but I'll say it once again. Gold is your best bet in these hard financial times. No other investment is as good. For those of you who need to convert their cash into metal, check out the 999 fine gold putter crafted by the in Germany based Sayn Design gold ennoblement company. It looks fine, although a little too much bling in there. It helps you play a good game of golf. So overall, a...