bathroom scale by bengt ek design

Here is one scale that makes it easier to look at. Made by the Swedish company Bengt Ek Design, it is made of aluminum and gives your weight in kilograms. Now only if it could lie!

PRICE: $230 AVAILABLE: http://www.unicahome.com

Myco Gourmet Appetize Collection

Serving appetizers is a great way to show your culinary creativity (the Spanish have made a entire tapas culture around this). If you are going for the high ground in little stuff then you should consider some cool serving-ware and that is what the Appetize collection delivers. Designed by the Belgium designer Nedda El-Asmar, the pieces are inspired by the Japanese tea leave seedlings.

PRICE: $54.95 AVAILABLE: http://mycotableware.com

Dell Studio 15 laptops

Okay, I guess Dell and dull are no longer synonyms; we are surprised to see that they have finally hired a decent designer (or two) and are finally putting their heart in the products. This Studio laptop series certainly takes things in the right direction. Power and looks always makes for a killer combo.

PRICE: $749-$999 AVAILABLE: http://www.dell.com

Rosendahl Cafe Glass

I just like these modern and clean looking glasses; a new take on the classical Paris bistro style glasses. Designed by Erik Bagger of Denmark.

PRICE: £19 (set of 4) AVAILABLE: http://www.panik-design.com

SAMSUNG NV24HD camera

We maintain that where gadgets are concerned, design has not yet caught up with functionality. But its changing. Here is another case in point; the brilliant NV24HD camera from Samsung. Boasting a 10.2 MP sensor and the ability to record videos in high definition in a great looking, clean package. Obviously, if we were to go over the specs, we would just be repeating what can be found here. Looks like Samsung has a winner in both the functionality and looks department.

PRICE: $299 AVAILABLE: http://www.jr.com

Pembrey Horn Frame from ralph lauren

Were you lucky enough to take the picture of your lifetime during your vacations? If so, then we have a frame for the said piece of art. This stunning horn veneer teak wood frame, from Ralph Lauren, is the perfect home for your perfect print. Granted, it is not cheap, but then you don’t have masterpiece every day!

PRICE: $395 AVAILABLE: http://www.ralphlauren.com

Bulga clear pvc beach tote

Maybe the summer is coming to an end, but the beach still has some time to go. Bluefly has great deal on this cool beach bag with leather trim which would not only take care of the season left this year but will be as hip next season also.

PRICE: $194.99 AVAILABLE: http://bluefly.com

Toddler Trailscape Lace Oxford Greige Suede from Timberland

You have a toddler who is driving you nuts on your vacation? Too much energy and perhaps not much activity. Consider these toddler “Trailscape” shoes, easy to put and comfortable too. Now you can take the kid out for a walk, a long walk without hearing constant complains about foot pain. They get some great exercise and sleep and you may yet get some quality time all to yourself.

PRICE: $40 AVAILABLE: http://www.timberland.com

Samsung ml-1630 monochrome laser printer

Color printing is complicated and really, it is one of the few areas where functionality will probably beat looks for many people. Too bad that the best color printers are still in design infancy when it comes to looks. Monochrome laser printing is an entirely different matter; it has been around for a while and has received the “design” treatment. A great example being the Samsung ML-1630 printer. We have not idea how they pulled it off but man, its rockin’ solid in the looks department.

PRICE: $149.95 AVAILABLE: http://store.apple.com

northface ARNUVA 50 BOA shoe

Fall is just around the corner. Unbelievable, but true. And fall is great time for the outdoors. If you are into running and want to hang out with the best (or at least want to appear to) then the Arnuva is for you. I mean Dean Karnazes ran 50 marathons in 50 states in 50 days on this shoe!

PRICE: $125 AVAILABLE: http://www.thenorthface.com