DesignHotels have opened a delicious new dreamscape for the Singapore-bound traveler– the Wanderlust Hotel. Wanderlust is a boutique hotel like no other, a design where no two rooms are alike, each envisioned with a childlike imagination. One room features a rocket ship, another an overgrown typewriter, another features furniture that appears to be drawn on the wall by hand. The kid in you will feel very much at home at Wanderlust, and the adult in you will have a hard time prying yourself away....

It’s a sad truth, but most of us spend our work days in terribly uninspiring environments. Those fluorescent panels, cookie cutter cubicles and motivational posters may be soulless, but design sensibility often carries a premium that is slashed from the bottom line of Big Business. There are some progressive companies, however, who push the envelope of design to provide their employees with a truly invigorating work environment. To celebrate the office as a place where work can be beautiful, here are 10 of the most amazing office spaces in the world....

Being more intricate and complicated machines, with a multitude of settings and hundreds of variables, any of which can make or break your sipping experience, we thought it prudent to help our jilted java brethren with the most exceptional espresso makers, and how to pick one on your own. Types of Espresso Makers – Which One Do I Need When you make the decision to purchase an espresso machine, you first must decide what type will best meet your needs....

For as weird as things can get on All Hallows Eve during the normal celebration, there’s some even stranger Halloween traditions if you pull back the curtain on a few places both near and far. UNICEF Trick or Treating This actually began in the 1950’s, but has gained popularity as time has passed. Rather than collecting candy and causing dentists around the country to cringe, some children take this opportunity to collect donations for UNICEF with the hope of helping children around the world and their mothers....

When Taylor Swift first walked into the limelight, no one knew how much trouble the music industry was in. And we mean that in the best way possible because Taylor Swift is a songwriting behemoth wrapped in an unassuming exterior. Taylor Swift proves that she can conquer any genre with each song she releases. As seen in her extensive discography, including songs she’s written for other artists. Related Reading: Tupac Quotes...

In a world of plastic cars with hybrid heartbeats, the joy of driving is a dying art. This 1939 Rolls-Royce Phantom III “Vutotal” Cabriolet by Labourdette recalls an era when driving was always an artful experience. Yet this is not your standard Rolls Royce Phantom III, this is the result of a complete rebuild by the Parisian designer Henri Labourdette. Labourdette tore the Phantom III down to the bones, adorning its body with gold plating and brass fixtures on a shape that stretched sensually from bumper to bumper....

The 1968 model of the De Tomaso Mangusta features a body design by Ghia, one of the finest Italian styling firms of its day. Competing with the likes of Pininfarina, Ghia produced designs for brands like Volkswagen, Volvo, Ford and even Ferrari. The Ghia design for the De Tomaso Mangusta feels like a blend of mid-60s Ferrari and Lamborghini designs, fair inspiration for an Italian design brand. The goal of the current owner of the De Tomaso Mangusta was to return it to its stock visual design, both inside and out....

You’ll find people investing a lot of their cash in the electronics that bring home that cinematic grandeur. But most of them forget that a lumpy or slouching seat is all that it takes to ruin an excellent movie night. Sitting through a movie trilogy on a lump-filled couch will make you antsy, not relaxed. For this reason, factor in home theater recliners when designing your space. You can thank me later....

View in galleryWhen you wake one day to find that you absolutely must be able to capture the transient beauty of raindrops on your window sill, or perfectly preserve the smile of the stranger at the bus stop, it may be time to consider upgrading your equipment. While you follow your passion and work on becoming the next Michael Kenna, equip yourself with one of these excellent cameras for amateur photographers....

New Zealand based photographer John Crawford creates his latest exhibition of aerial nudes by photographing single naked bodies from a high elevation. Perfectly timed photographs show a distant nude body laying down in a series of interesting locations. Each shot is not just photographic coincidence but rather a predetermined design effort by Crawford. Among the settings of the photo feature include a parking lot, a crop field and a lumber yard as well as other venues....

The Holmenkollen penthouse was a promotional offer from AirBnB to a pair of lucky guests. AirBnB members were invited to enter for a chance to stay in the ski jump loft for two nights at the end of March. Airfare was provided by AirBnB, and the guests were treated to a once-in-a-lifetime lodging experience. Toward the end of March, Oslo is still prime for winter sports enjoyment. Skiing, snowboarding and other winter activities were available to the winners of AirBnB’s “spectacular listing” event....

For a long time, pocket knives have been considered EDC essentials, thanks to their practicality as tools and self-defense implements. Nonetheless, as with anything, these tools vary significantly in quality, features, and overall usability. With that said, how do you buy the best EDC knife in 2021? 10 Best EDC Knife Brands of 2021 There are numerous EDC knives on the market today. Consequently, narrowing down your options can be an arduous task....

Last year, TheCoolist covered what would become one of the most lustworthy vehicles in new media, the BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics Concept. This weekend, BMW announced that this dream vehicle wasn’t a dream at all, but a reality ready to be produced in the years to come. The BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics car will reportedly see production soon, maintaining a hybrid powertrain capable of 62.5 MPG and a horsepower rating of 328 bhp....

This incredible Bone Art by Francois Robert displays the iconography of both weapons and religion, the tools used in war and the common themes that divide the enemies. Robert’s collection of bone art, titled “Stop the Violence”, uses human bones to recreate guns, grenades, knives and tanks as well as the symbols of the major Western religions. The images are stunning, white bone on a black background with striking detail....

The modern interior of Bota Bota provides serene, private relaxation rooms with open views of the environment around it. Public, communal areas are conducive to quiet conversation or silent enjoyment of the pleasures Bota Bota provides. Bota Bota is not the first floating Scandinavian spa we’ve seen, but this work by Sid Lee Architecture is our clear favorite. Locals in Montreal can experience Bota Bota firsthand, but travelers should consider adding this one to their itinerary....

The Bowers and Wilkins T7 is a portable, battery-powered Bluetooth speaker that delivers plenty of sound for such a svelte system. It does so thanks to a pair of 50mm drive units in a rigid steel housing, a bass radiator system to ensure solid low-frequency response, and a micro-matrix mesh that prevents vibration and buzz in high volume playback. The goal is loud, clean and clear, and each of these components work together to meet those goals....

The Casa Albanese on the Island of Pantelleria, Italy was created by ASA Studio by incorporating pre-existing ancient ruins, the natural landscape and contemporary design. Walls of crumbling stone create an old shabby chic ambiance to this unique structure. Open air spaces and canopies allow for natural light and ventilation. Dome ceilings stay true to the home’s Mediterranean roots, and multiple levels cater to the uneven terrain that the house rests upon....

Still just a student, papercraft artist Wataru Itou is talented far beyond his years. His latest exhibition, the “Castle on the Ocean” is a stunning work of paper architecture, a small scale world created with paper, precision and patience. Itou’s “Castle” includes lofty geometric spires, a ferris wheel, roller coasters and a brilliant array of lights throughout. Having covered quite a bit of papercraft art in our day, it’s easy to say that Itou has quickly become one of the best in his field....

The basic structure of the 150 square meter building features a ground floor with free and flexible living spaces, while a second floor houses all of the bedrooms. In order to allow for maximum contemplation time, terraces were placed at various points around the house. Each of them sits within the timber volume and offers an excellent place to appreciate the environment throughout the day. Much of the house’s interior makes use of wooden detailing and simple colors such as black and white....

In selecting quality desktop speakers, we aimed for those that didn’t require a separate amplifier to get good sound, since that opens up a whole new range of problems. We wanted simple, plug-and-play options that had high clarity, good sound, easy setup, broad ranges, and managed to keep their footprint to a minimum. After all, a giant set of bookshelf speakers will sound great, but you won’t be able to use your desk....