The 2010 Peugeot SR1 Concept Car

‘Tis true what they say: when you’re down, there is no other way but up. When you’re wrong, there’s no other thing to do but get it right. And that seems to be what Peugeot is clearly demonstrating, if the revelation of the 2010 Peugeot SR1 Concept Car is anything to go by.
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The Guinea Pig Games 2013 Wall Calendar Images

The Olympics happens ever four years, but that does not mean you do not get to indulge in your love for sports every year. Sure, you see various animals featured in all their glory in wall, desktop and pocket calendars, but here’s a spin on your favorite sports event and the unlikeliest of furry creatures to ever engage in highly competitive sports: GUINEA PIGS. Through combining artful digital manipulations and the uber-cute real-life guinea pigs, you can have this calendar proudly mounted on your wall, reminding you that 2013 is going to be a wonderful year for you.  (more…)

Hyper Realism depicted in Christiane Vleugels’ Oil Paintings

Art imitates life, they say. If we’re talking about the art of Christiane Vleugel, no statement could be truer. She has managed to capture reality and brought it to vivid life in her canvases, making use of rich colors and hues that are, well, for lack of a better word, life-like. Have a taste of her exquisite works of art in the following pictures.

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The Confucius Sofa by Alexander Nettesheim

There is something to be said about “smart furniture shopping”. It would make or break the mood of a room and a building’s overall look. But you can take that literally as well. German furniture and fixtures manufacturing company Bretz invites you to take your seat on the Confucius Sofa, where you can put your thinking cap on and ponder on the intricacies of life… or what you’d have for dinner later. One look at this plush and utterly unique sofa, and you know you won’t have too much of a hard time thinking about your options. Hey, you may even enjoy going through your options while kicking back and relaxing on the cushions!

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Ask any booklover or “bookworm” and he or she would tell you that there is no better feeling than holding books in the palm of your hands. Well, various designers took that concept quite literally, coming up with bookends that represent both the function of said items, and the passion one finds in books. Here are a few hand-inspired bookends that will definitely give you more incentive to keep on reading. Now, shelves will no longer look boring and plain, what with these “handy” (no pun intended) and unique-looking bookends.
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Pet Photography by Serena Hodson

Who doesn’t love dogs?

Well… some. But most people could not help but fall for these cutie canines, especially when photographed creatively. The internet certainly allowed the pet lovers in all of us to have another – and wider – venue to share our love for our dogs. It is no longer an uncommon sight to see dog owners post photos of their “best friends” in various sites online. There are some, however, who take this a step further. Take Serena Hodson, for example.  (more…)

Ballo – The Portable Speaker For Your Portable Device

Music is referred to as the universal language. Thus, it is meant to be enjoyed, savored… and shared. Using headphones and earphones is all well and good, but there are times when you simply want more than just yourself or two people enjoying a great song.
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It seems that the cat is no longer on a hot tin roof. Instead, the cat now found its way inside a cage, reading a – believe it or not – book. What’s more, above the cat is a lamp. So picture yourself on a lazy evening, curled up with your favorite book beside your favorite lamp…. and reading alongside the cat. Quite a picture, eh? (more…)

One of Daisy Balloon’s – Balloon Dresses

Be fashion forward with a frock made from balloons. Yes, you read that right – BALLOONS.

Integrating wearability to haute couture is no mean feat, particularly if you’re making use of materials that are unheard of when it comes to clothes. And yet the design duo of Daisy Balloon came up with these ingenious and gorgeous dress designs, which are sure to draw the eyes to every woman wearing one of them as she steps into a room.

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TV Beds from Time 4 Sleep

Efficiency is fast becoming a major consideration when it comes to interior design, or even the simple act of purchasing integral pieces of furniture. Space efficiency, to be more precise. But there is also a need to never sacrifice comfort and functionality. The bedroom is considered to be one of the more important rooms in every home. After all, more than a place to sleep in, it serves a sanctuary, where one could lie down after a tiring day at work, kick back, relax, drink some wine, and watch some late night reruns on the television, or maybe pop a video or two. Having a TV Bed to do all those in would be the perfect way to end each day (and start a new one the next day).

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