Astell&Kern aims for affordable luxury with A&norma SR25 DAP

There are a few things you can count on from a new digital audio player by Astell&Kern: high quality, a high price tag, an angular body shape and an odd moniker. The Korean hi-fi gear maker’s latest model is no exception, but is being pitched as the co… Continue reading Astell&Kern aims for affordable luxury with A&norma SR25 DAP

Critically-acclaimed British home for sale, love of concrete required

If you’ve ever wanted to live in one of the luxury houses featured in RIBA’s annual House of the Year competitions, now’s your chance – as long you have £2.5 million (roughly US$3.1 million) to spare. Named Ghost House, the residence was designed by BP… Continue reading Critically-acclaimed British home for sale, love of concrete required

U-Boat Worx launches lightest submersible ever built

Dutch submersible maker U-Boat Worx has pumped out a number of underwater explorers since launching in 2005, and has now unveiled what’s claimed to be the lightest manned submersible ever built. The Nemo can be towed on a trailer by car for launch from… Continue reading U-Boat Worx launches lightest submersible ever built

Review: 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB isn’t compact in size or luxury

When people think of three-row vehicles, they tend to think of large SUVs with huge exteriors to match their big interiors. But smaller crossovers with three rows of seating are sometimes a better fit. The 2020 GLB balances roominess and luxury very we… Continue reading Review: 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB isn’t compact in size or luxury

Genesis launches its G80 flagship luxury sedan

Hyundai’s luxury brand Genesis is the latest car company to launch a new car online in this post-apocalyptic world, with its surprisingly pleasing lack of giant motor shows. We’re delighted to say we didn’t have to sit through a single minute of stage-… Continue reading Genesis launches its G80 flagship luxury sedan

Handcrafted timber roof tops Foster + Partners’ stunning luxury villa

It’s rare to see a firm as high-profile as Foster + Partners design a private home, but if the Dolunay Villa is any indication, this is a pity. Located on the coast of the Aegean Sea in Turkey’s southwestern province of Muğla, the luxury residence take… Continue reading Handcrafted timber roof tops Foster + Partners’ stunning luxury villa

Rand aims for high speed and long range for latest electric powerboat

Danish boat maker Rand has announced the latest flavor of its flagship model, which was first introduced in January 2018. The Leisure 28 Electric has been designed to go faster and farther than all before her.Continue ReadingCategory: Marine, Transport… Continue reading Rand aims for high speed and long range for latest electric powerboat

Dynamiq sends GTT 160 superyacht slicing toward the sea

Taking a step away from designing superyachts with the Bentleys and Porsches of the world, Italian shipyard Dynamiq presents its latest superyacht project. The sharply styled 162-foot (49.5-m) GTT 160 sets out to “reinvent the 50-m class,” bringing tog… Continue reading Dynamiq sends GTT 160 superyacht slicing toward the sea

Amenities-packed skyscraper offers luxurious living in the Big Apple

With so many skyscrapers in New York City – some locals might even say too many – how can a new residential tower possibly stand out? Extell Development Company aims to do so with One Manhattan Square by packing it with 100,000 sq ft (roughly 9,300 sq … Continue reading Amenities-packed skyscraper offers luxurious living in the Big Apple