Spa-boat in Norway

20-1-2010

A fishing boat from the ’50s has been transformed into a “Spaboot”. There is a Turkish Hammam (bath, shower and heated floor) and a Zen Lounge with fireplace, sauna and panoramic views. With a number of bedrooms and a restaurant, guests are provided a good weekend.

Truck at NYC Restaurantweek

19-1-2010

During NYC Restaurant Week in 2010 for the first time a truck is used. The truck will be used between the 25th and 29th of January and from the first of February to the 5th.  The truck will drive through Manhattan during lunch and people in busy locations will be offered a cup of soup. Each day a different restaurant will provide the soup. Via twitter and www.nycgo.com/restaurantweek, people can track where the truck will be located.

Custimized earbuds

19-1-2010

The company Ultimate Ears produces earbuds that can be custom made and styled to everyone’s own idea. Beside choosing your own colour the earbuds can also be styled with different prints.  

Taxi sharing

17-1-2010

Taxi2 is a service free of charge for Virgin Atlantic and other airlines passengers who want to share their taxi from the airport to their home / hotel. An initiative to share costs and preserve the planet. Travelers can register online and submit flight and arrival details. The system ensures that you are linked to a suitable companion to share a taxi.

Organic oliveoil

17-1-2010

The French designer, Philippe Starck, has designed the cans and bottles of this organic extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. The products are made in Andalusia (southern Spain).

 

Opionmaker

16-1-2010

 Opinion Maker allows you to survey the guestexperience with a modern and user friendly touchscreen computer. The opinions of the guests are measured by means of a scientifically approved system.

 

360 degrees of fun in the sun

16-1-2010

The Dutch company Freeline has made the move from a rustic style to a more refined style. This sunbed has a modern circular shape and is suitable for two people. The bed can be used as one part but it can also be set as two separate parts. The matching parasol can complete a 360 ?shade.

 

Creditcard cutlery

16-1-2010

Back in 2006 Ineke Hans introduced cutlery in the format of a credit card. Back then, this inventive design wasn’t noticed because it was ahead of its time. Nowadays however, this cutlery is very usefull when eating on-the-go.

 

Muji book of spices

14-1-2010

Designer Nick Bampton has designed this concept for the Japanese store Muji. This book is a mini-collection of spices and herbs. Each page is removable and can be torn out when preparing your meal. The idea behind the book is to avoid problems when traveling with spices.

Ladies’ tequila by Rosangel

14-1-2010

Tequila is best known as a man’s drink but this variant of Rosangel is perfect for women. The tequila has the flavor of hibiscusflowers with a hint of vanilla. With Valentine’s Day in prospect, this is the perfect idea for a romantic cocktail.

 

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