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Curvy Cruiser: Streamlined Caravan Looks Sleek & Inviting

Posted: 22 Oct 2013 10:00 AM PDT

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Inspired by the shape and style of luxury yachts, this curvaceous creation adds a degree of elegance (not to mention fuel efficiency) back into the realm of contemporary mobile homes.

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Caravisio by German company Knaus Tabbert uses curves strategically to create a sense of openness in the small living space, but also to dull the physically sharped corners that can cause problems in confined areas. High-tech features include iPad/iPod ports that tap into onboard systems as well as more energy-efficient glazing.

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Its manufacturers note that “registration figures for caravans in Europe have been declining for years. The caravaning industry therefore must offer new concepts for the market to raise interest for camping as a form of holidaymaking especially among target groups outside the industry. There have been repeated efforts to achieve this, but so far these efforts have been without any resounding success.”

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Hence, “The manufacturer Knaus Tabbert GmbH for this reason has started the “Caravisio – The Caravan of the Future” project as an approach to this problem, to provide own answers, and to provoke thought. Caravisio is a technology demonstrator that should show already today what may be technologically possible in the future.”

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Out of Stock: Simple & Easy-to-Assemble 3-Shelf Wall Set

Posted: 21 Oct 2013 04:00 PM PDT

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Hang one part and you are already mostly done assembling your brand new set of wall shelves – everything else hangs on that first essential piece.

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Inspired by suspension bridges, these Bridge Shelves by Outofstock (and made by Bolia) consist of a thin wooden cylinder that is attached to the wall, bent steel rods and the solid-oak shelves that hang from them.

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The bits and pieces have multiple advantages, starting with the fact that they can pack flat for easier and cheaper shipping. They also require relatively few fasteners – bends and gravity do most of the work when it comes to connecting the system.

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Hanging at different heights, the three shelves can also be slide along the top rail to make room for taller items as needed, creating a degree of flexibility for decorative and functional use. Apropos the designer’s company name, their website is unfortunately currently down at the time of this writing – perhaps they are indeed out of stock.