Condor, has created a classy, luxurious and unique Haute Couture bathtub inspired by the suitcase.

Wrapped in high quality leather on the outer side, it features rope and buckle fasteners to add effect. The inner side of the tub gets an attractive appearance via it's brass jets which create an excellent image for you bathroom. 

Just incase you thought it wouldn't be comfortable, a small leather cushion is provided for you to rest your head during your you-time.

For more information visit  http://www.condorbalneo.fr/creation.html

A luxuruious addition to a bathroom or a waste of space? Let us know in the comments.

The inspired designs of Missoni, the internationally-acclaimed fashion design house, has introduced its popular home décor styling, with its distinctive and colourful zigzag patterns, poolside at Maui's top-rated resort, the Four Seasons. Each of the six cabanas includes furnishings and accessories custom-made by Missoni Home for the resort, and guests will enjoy views of the ocean and nearby Hawaiian islands.

Read more at: http://www.elledecor.com/image/tid/6688?page=3&pause=1

Today's dose of interior design inspiration is in from Stockholm, Sweden where a 39 sqm studio has not only been well planned out, but packs a punch of character.

The black-and-white themed studio apartment has a small lounge section by the fireplace, an office space, a cozy sleeping quarter and even has a balcony where you can enjoy many nice summer days.

Most would think that the apartment would be cluttered and tight, but the pictures tell us a different story of minimalist surfaces and comfortable living. Have a look for yourselves:

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The conceptual design by Deviantom had spread virally across the internet for a whilst now, but we wonder to ourselves... Would we actually get a FBed if they were available.

Created simply to allow for heavy computer users to hop on-and-off their computer rapidly, the f based design is not only visually striking but apparently comfortable.

Our one observation though is the cramped sitting style needed to 'sit' at the 'desk'.

What about you? Could you ever see yourself getting a FBed?

When Hernandez Silva Architects were commisioned to redesign a 15th floor penthouse in Mexico, they really went all out, but there was one aspect that really caught our eye.

They created an outstanding visual effect by converting an unused lift-shaft into a powder room (toilet) with a glass floor. We loved the effect this would have on guests to the penthouse and is an amazing feature that visitors would be talking about for months if not years.

Would you feel at-ease using such a lavatory? Or would the billowing 15-floor drop put you in a rush to get done and get out?

Researchers at MIT have proposed a more efficient method for harnessing solar energy. The team built scale models of 3D solar photovoltaic towers, which consist of a series of panels in a zig-zag form that is capable of capturing the sun's rays at all times of the day, from early morning until the evening.

Studies have shown that the uniform production of electricty ranges from 2 to 20 times more than those generated by flat panels.

With an electicity situation in Cyprus and it's almost 365 days of sunshine, we could see these towers popping up everywhere. What do you think?

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SOLarchitect, a startup based in the USA has made it their aim to create an easy-to-use system that lets you easily assess the solar potential of any building and design an accompanying solar system for free.

The system will even tell users (in the states) how much money they would save every year after the installation is complete. The site currently designed for industry pros, but promises a consumer-usable version in the near future.

We don't think it will be long before we see this in Cyprus, especially with the rapidly rising electicity prices.

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When she’s not in Hollywood, actress Hilary Swank heads to a spare, serene apartment overlooking downtown New York where the views take center stage.

For Swank, a home needn’t be as extravagant as a dream whilst smaller spaces are more nurturing!

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A striking chandelier or light fixture serves as the perfect punctuation mark in a well-composed room. Think of it as style on high!

Check out this gallery on ElleDecor.com for some inpirational photos of rooms that have been lit up with some creative light fixtures and chandeliers.

We all know that feeling... Coming home after a long day of work. Wanting to get refreshed, but tried to figure out why there isn't a seat in the shower as we're that exhausted.

Well now we don't have to! The lovely people at dornbracht have released a horizontal shower unit onto the market.

We don't know about you, but that looks amazingly relaxing to us! Let us know what you think with a  comment below.

(Source: Gizmodo)