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JURA’s New Coffee Machine Is Overqualified for Your Countertop

For those who take their at-home coffee seriously, this makes 51 different drinks.

At This 5-Star Lake Garda Hotel, Doing Nothing Is Everything At This 5-Star Lake Garda Hotel, Doing Nothing Is Everything
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At This 5-Star Lake Garda Hotel, Doing Nothing Is Everything

With panoramic lake views, exceptional Italian food, and a pool that's nearly impossible to leave, Cape of Senses turns relaxation into something of a competitive sport.

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A Better Way to Bring the Shade

Shibumi Reinvented Beach Shade. Now It’s Coming for the Pop-Up Tent.

Monocle Travel Guide Series

Monocle has been doing everything from books on good business to bracelets for as long as we've been doing this, and the results are always excellent. Their latest release is a collection of guide books in collaboration with Gestalten that are presented in full color, hardcover, and with close to…

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Our Favorite Summer Beers

You’re going to need a beverage to quench your thirst while mowing the lawn, manning the grill, or just being out under the summer sun—may we suggest beer? We asked around the Cool Material office to find our favorite summer suds. These are our picks: Tim Jacobsen - Founder Firestone…

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‘The Warriors’ Action Figures

At some point in time, toy companies started making action figures based on movies no kid should see. If you need proof, check out these figures inspired by the bizarre and awesome 1979 film The Warriors. The line was released in the mid-2000s, and they just were put on our radar by…

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Movie Pictogram Prints

Since modern film posters look kinda tacky on your wall, you have to find a more aesthetically pleasing way to showcase your love for your favorite movies. From H-57, a Milan-based creative studio, come these minimal film prints that describe plots in the simplest way possible. An offshoot of the"Shortology" project,…

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Clockwork Twenty2

Introducing the latest from Montreal-based Clockwork Motorcycles: the Clockwork Twenty2. Beginning with 1978 Honda CB750—one of the most iconic Japanese motorcycles and called the first "superbike"—Clockwork works their magic leaving virtually nothing unmodified. Front suspension and brakes come courtesy of a Suzuki GSX-r1000. Power upgrades include 4 Keihin race carbs…

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