While most of us probably want to have some form of sustainable energy source at our homes, not every household has the right conditions to install some sort of device or system. But as we continue to look for more energy-efficient and environmentally safe ways to power our homes, expect there to be more companies that...

On my first trip to Tokyo a few years ago, one of the most amazing non-nature things I saw that time was a store in Akihabara. The whole store was filled with Gachapons or those vending machines that dispense those egg-like capsules that contain tiny plastic toys. At that time, there weren’t that many machines like...

When you think of Venice, your mind probably automatically goes to gondolas and vaporettos (water buses). Transportation in this Italian city has predominantly been aquatic since there are 150 canals and 121 islands. And while the imagery is romantic, people who live there and who have visited the city know that there...

Metallic finishes are taking centre stage in interior design, from the warm glow of brass and copper to the minimalist look of chrome. These reflective materials infuse any space with texture, depth, and a sense of understated luxury. When thoughtfully incorporated in different areas of the home, these metals introduce...

When you live in a small apartment or if you want to keep things minimalist, you want to have appliances that can save you on space and clutter. But a lot of times, the ones that work the best are those that take up a lot of space and have huge storage. Or so we thought. There are now companies that have made it their...

Water coolers are truly social areas. Places of gossip, leisure, and just decompressing from a long bout of working. So why is it that these coolers then look so utilitarian, so non-social? Designer Moreno Schweikle decided to give the humble cooler a visual upgrade, taking hints from popular cultural spots and hubs,...