Distinguished Goods For The Savvy Individual
The Valhalla — Aston Martin’s first serial production mid-engine supercar — is finally here. The stablemate to Aston Martin’s Valkyrie hypercar, the Valhalla uses a highly-modified AMG Black hybrid drivetrain, comprised of a flat-plane crank V8 and two electric motors. Total output for the system is 937 horsepower, good for […]
Tucked in the trees at the edge of a Czech forest, the Ore Mountain Chalet is an angular weekend retreat inspired by its surroundings. The exterior’s abstract silhouette is formed as a lookout tower with a classic steep roof to support the snow load during winter months, while a cutout […]
LyteHorse originally set out to reinvent the golf cart — and ended up creating a new class of ATV. A cross between an ATV and a scooter, the electric LyteHorse stand-up mobility solution. Over eight prototypes, LyteHorse has refined the vehicle into production-ready form, with front and rear suspension and […]
Occupying a former landscape nursery in Southampton, the Windmill Lane House is a tribute to the East End’s agricultural heritage. Designed by Jack Ceglic, the 3,660-square-foot home references the area’s farming communities with a shed-like exterior clad in dark standing-seam steel. In contrast, the inside boasts a bright, white palette […]
The European-style camper van is creeping up on the RV, and Thor’s Sanctuary shows why camper vans are gaining in popularity. Built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 4×4 platform, the Sanctuary is designed for both off-road and off-grid living. Outside are Thule accessories like a retractable awning with integrated lighting […]
United Airlines is making an eco-friendly move to help lead the way in innovative sustainability. The global airline is buying 100 19-seat ES-19 electric planes from Swedish start-up Heart Aerospace with their eyes on adding the crafts to their commercial fleet. The planes utilize electric motors instead of jet engines […]
Organized around a rice patty field 800 meters above sea level, the Dianjiang Bagu·Suji Hotel offers guests a unique stay with unparalleled views. The property consists of a cluster of buildings situated in a U-shape, preserving the natural paddy field while maximizing the views. Its 25 rooms are contained in […]
The 2021 Ford Bronco is almost impossible to find. That hasn’t stopped Hennessey from maximizing its performance. The VelociRaptor 400 Bronco is powered by the same 2.7-liter twin-turbocharged V6 as the Bronco Wildtrak, but new intake and exhaust systems and recalibration boost horsepower by 75 to a total of 405, […]
When planning a project for Qatar, ordinary won’t do. That’s why Hayri Atak Architectural Design Studio pulled out all of the stops when they envisioned the Eco-Floating Hotel. The ambitious project extends from the shore of the Arab country and rests on the surface of the Persian Gulf. Its circular […]
A collaboration with San Francisco-based Huge Design, Zero’s FXE is a tech-inspired street bike. It’s powered by a 7.2 kWh Li-Ion integrated battery driving a Z-Force 75-5 passively air-cooled brushless motor, a combo that’s good for 46 hp and a city-driving range of 100 miles. Custom LED head and tail […]
