2.12.2007

Get the Scoop


Gone are the days when surly ice-cream men trawled suburbia with their diesel spitting vans and bags of flakes. Those travelling sweet-sellers forever condemned to the cultural quirks of childhood. Well, almost. Adam Ellis, design director of brand agency, Coley Porter Bell (CPB) has rekindled his love affair with ice-cream in a van and hopes you will too. Say hello to Scoop.

Adagio tub


Adagio creates gorgeous curving baths from rich ruddy African hardwood. Made of sustainable Umbila, the wood bath is carved from layers of the dark grained wood. Featuring a gentle curving form, the wooden bath gently cradles you in warm water. Finished in seven layers of natural varnish, the character and vitality of Umbila shines through. A distinctive and unusual material for bathrooms, Adagio bath brings a natural warmth and elegance. Available in limited quantities Adagio baths provide luxurious style that you’ll not see anywhere else.

1.30.2007

Air Ford-on


The Ford 2007 Airstream Concept ($TBA) is instantly recognizable thanks to reflective paint, and a part airplane, part Airstream trailer design. The real beauty is under the hood, however. The vehicle is powered by a plug-in hydrogen hybrid fuel cell — named HySeries Drive — that operates under electric power and delivers the fuel economy equivalent of 41 miles per gallon.

1.25.2007

70's Glam


Exuding cool sleek style, the Vioski Palms II contemporary chair uses warm buttery leather to bring back 70s glamour. The Palms II is a low-slung chair that lets you recline in retro comfort.

1.10.2007

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