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The Town restaurant interior in London’s Covent Garden redefines playful sophistication with space-age influences, glossy volcanic ceramics, and an immersive central kitchen layout. Created by Samuel Hosker of North End Design, this standout project is more than a stylish eatery—it’s…
Is There Such a Thing as a “Boring” Car?A First Look at the Concept of Boredom in the Automotive WorldSome car enthusiasts tend to focus on models that don’t make a fuss—those that neither attract attention nor headline the news….
How Can a Simple Detail Change the Character of a Space?In the world of interior design, creating a distinctive atmosphere doesn’t always require radical changes. Sometimes, all it takes is a single visual element capable of capturing attention and stimulating…
Meticulous Craftsmanship: Thousands of Hours Invested in a Single CarNearly four thousand hours of human labor are invested in each Saoutchik Torpedo S vehicle. To put this into perspective, this amount of time exceeds what most people spend working over…
Reviving the Legacy of Girard-Perregaux’s Deep DiverThe Girard-Perregaux Deep Diver, redesigned in collaboration with the Bamford Watch Department, is more than just a reissue of a vintage archive piece. The origins of this watch trace back to the late 1960s…
UK-based Heatherwick Studio London Office has transformed a 1950s industrial building in London’s King’s Cross into its new studio, creating a vibrant, collaborative workspace that fosters community and creativity. Located just a short walk from their previous office, the redesign…
DAB Motors, in collaboration with Vita Veloce Team (VVT), has unveiled a stunning one-off electric motorcycle that pays homage to Shotaro Kaneda’s legendary bike from the cult anime Akira. This futuristic two-wheeler made its grand debut at Colombian superstar J…
Nature as a Source of Inspiration in Interior DesignNature demonstrates a unique ability to breathe life into spaces. It does so not only through its physical presence but also through its symbols, shapes, and colors. This calm and profound influence…
Celebrating Craftsmanship with the Sculptural Timber ArmchairAustralian designer Tom Fereday, in collaboration with renowned furniture brand Nau, has introduced a new icon to modern furniture: the sculptural timber armchair. This piece is not only a functional seating solution but also…
Using Your Phone on the Go: Daily ChallengesHave you ever found yourself watching a video on your phone while holding a cup of coffee? You might try to balance the phone unsteadily. Those frustrating moments occur when everyone expects the…
Memorial Day isn’t just a time to honor those who served—it’s also one of the best shopping weekends of the year! Amazon is rolling out massive discounts on everything from luxury mattresses to high-tech home appliances, making it the perfect…
French designer Rudy Guénaire has masterfully reimagined Matsuri, a Japanese restaurant in Paris, blending Japonisme with Californian modernism. Located in the city’s upscale 16th arrondissement, the 200-square-meter space features lacquer-covered wooden furniture, pastel-hued domes, and subtle nods to Frank Lloyd…
Fresh from the floors of Coverings 2025 in Orlando, Ceramics of Italy has unveiled its Spring-Summer 2025 Tile Trend Report, and it’s brimming with energy, craftsmanship, and soulful design. This year, Italian ceramic and porcelain tile is rewriting the rules…
Challenges of Cleaning Small SpacesWhen living in a small apartment or adopting a minimalist lifestyle, the need for space-saving and clutter-reducing devices becomes urgent. PencilVac small space cleaning solutions are essential in such environments. However, many believe that the most…
Greek Cuisine: A Remarkable Rise in the Heart of LondonRecently, Greek cuisine has been gaining increasing popularity in the British capital. However, only a few chefs have managed to prove their excellence amid this growing presence. Among the most notable…
Introducing the BMW Concept Speedtop: Evoking the Heritage of Craftsmanship DesignThe BMW Concept Speedtop was unveiled for the first time at this year’s Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este event. This grand tourer embodies the spirit of the golden era of coachbuilt…
The Problem of Scattered Tools in CampingWhen preparing for a camping trip, travelers often end up stuffing their bags with a flashlight, a water pump, an air pump, a charger, a fan, a lighter, and an emergency alarm whistle. Although…
OverviewDesign brand Vitra has launched a new Manhattan showroom in a loft space on the third floor of 46 Bowery in Manhattan’s Chinatown. Previously home to the iconic Jing Fong dim sum restaurant, the location overlooks the grand Beaux-Arts entrance…
A material-led collection transforms coffee grounds into sculptural furnitureEmerging from the themes of regenerative materials and ecological design, the Unsleepy series by Korean designer CHanhyeok Kim transforms waste—specifically spent coffee grounds—into functional, sculptural objects. This bold example of coffee waste…
Why Reconsider the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold in 2025?Rapid Evolution in Foldable Computing TechnologiesThe past few years have witnessed significant leaps in the world of computing, especially in the foldable devices category. When Lenovo unveiled the second generation of the…
XRING O1 Processor: A Quantum Leap in Xiaomi’s Chip EngineeringAfter fifteen years of research in the semiconductor field, Xiaomi unveiled its first custom-designed processor named XRING O1. This processor marks an important milestone reflecting Xiaomi’s shift from relying on third-party…
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