Light bulb, a simple household item that has been with us for generations and almost be forgotten by the the abundance of contemporary lighting. Today, we will explore stick to its basic shape and present you with 12 Creative and Unusual Inspired by it. Hope you will like them.

1. Light Bulb Energy Drink [link]

In originally designed light bulb shaped bottle, Gloji drink is all about energy, antioxidants and balanced health. Interesting package makes this product different from other drinks on the market.

2. Light Bulb Door Handle Concept [link]

This Knob Light is a door knob with an internal generator that stores energy and illuminates the way in emergencies or whenever you need a guide to the loo. How it relates to the butterfly effect theory is esoteric but simply by expanding the knob’s function to include illumination, you effectively change the way you use the knob.

3. Light Bulb Earring [link]

This Russian lady has started a production of earrings made of… electric bulbs. Orders have already started to come, well at least it’s something different from the regular gold/silver jewelery which was so popular during long Soviet era.

4. Light Bulb LED Flashlight [link]

While this little light bulb doppelganger might look like a real bulb, you won’t be mistaking it once it’s lit. Powered by a little LED, it doesn’t crank out the kind of illumination that an incandescent bulb does, but then again, it won’t burn your hand. Also, it’s made out of acrylic, so you won’t have to worry about having a pocket full of broken glass.

5. Light Bulb Candle [link]

This beautiful little light, designed by Helbert Ferreira and Remi Melander from the SystemDesignStudio in Barcelona, Spain, takes the functionality from a candle and combines it with the design of a light bulb.

This way the light is hidden and the light shows through the candle. As it consumes wax of interior of the light bulb, it also conserves the outer form of the candle for a longer time.

6. Light Bulb Lantern [link]

Light Bulb Lantern is a paper lantern which connected industrial duct hose and the ｊapanese traditional lantern. The lantern is made from the hand work of the lantern workman of suzuki mohei’s store inc. which is a company of long standing in gifu, japan.

7. Light Bulb shaped USB drive [link]

Hey techies, are you in search of something unusual and different? Than this one is for you, the latest Lightbulb shaped USB drive from Brando. Now you can enlighten your laptop with this one. Don’t worry of its size, its too small, a size of a keyring and you can use it as a keyholder also. This USB flash drive comes in three different size 2GB, 4GB and 8GB.

8. Light Bulb shape paper clip [link]

Paper Clip Shaped as bulb is ideal for any with ideas or solutions company to add that extra something to help retain customer brand | product | service awareness.

9. Scheisse pendant light – shaped like a broken bulb [link]

Real impact lighting from Hans Bleken Rud – the Scheisse pendant light – which is shaped like a broken light bulb.

This large pendant light is as much sculpture as light and certain to dominate a room. Made of steel, it has a matt covering of off-white, with the light bouncing off the segments of shattered bulb.

10. Light Bulb Terrarium [link]

Constructed from an actual incandescent bulb, mosses, wood and stones are at home within the beautiful glass shape of what we will always remember as the “light bulb”. An artistic way to celebrate “Green” awareness while remembering a simple household item that has been with us for generations.

11. Light Bulb Shaped Glass Tank [link]

It is a glass for drinking a lot. A device consists of a bulb shaped container with the glass below. When the amount in the glass decreases, a constant amount is poured from the tank into the glass. Never overflowing from the glass because of air pressure and water pressure.

Get the wine in that bubble and you’ll be booting your way to strange wineglass supremacy.

12. Light Bulb Vase [link]

An original light bulb made into a vase. Thanks to the practical gummy ring, this comical vase stands securely straight or aslant. It looks great in a group or just standing alone!

Nothing screams RELAXING LUXURY better than lazing away endlessly in a tub. Here is our topic today. 15 modern and stylish bathtub designs that will spice up your bathroom and help you relax after a long day of work. Now, let’s begin our relaxing journey…

1. Le Cob Bathtub [link]

The Elegant Le Cob Bathtub is handcrafted from a combination of Corian and glass. It is supplied complete with overflow tray and pebbles.

2. Aquarium Bathtub [link]

The contemporary bathtub is made from tempered glass and wood. Though, could not access any information on how to maintain the aquarium but the picture depicts an opening on the wooden top, lining the aquarium.

3. Bookcase Bathtub [link]

According to designer, this Corian rectangular bathtub is meant for serious bookworms who don’t feel like parting with the book even if for taking a shower. The bathtub includes back rest, automatic drainage, combined bath spout and overflow. The tub is made of resin, wood and it adorns a special price tag of approx. $17,300!

For me, I never understand why would anyone in their right mind endanger their books by putting them near sources of water?

4. Hammock Bathtub Concept [link]

Love to curl-up in your hammock in those lazy days, but, of-late can’t find enough time to do so, then this hammock-styled bathtub is just for you!

The floating concept is made of polyurethane and steel. But, don’t worry it is not hard and rigid, but, soft and bendable. It’s soft polyurethane shell deforms to accommodate the contours of the body. The suspended hammock-tub is held by a tension ring suspended between two stainless steel poles, that also takes care of the water-supply and has even extended space for keeping your towel, soaps and oils!

5. Shoe Bathtub [link]

This is the prettiest bathtub I have ever seen.

The shoe bathtub was designed by Massimiliano Della Monaca, a designer from Italy. The piece was adorned with beautiful mosaic tiles to accent its beauty and salute the classic “pump” shoe. Shoe lovers worldwide can take in the beauty of this bathtub and revel in this piece where fashion combines with home furnishing design to create a work of art.

6. Teuco Sorgente Bathtub [link]

A bathtub to blend seamlessly into your bathroom, the sunken profile of the new Sorgente Teuco Bathtub eradicates barriers between the water and surfaces surrounding it.

Fitted with 8 Hydrosilence whirlpool jets, the tub’s function is super quiet to ensure that you will have a tranquil experience. In the Sorgente bathtub you can also enjoy the benefits of a control panel or remote control operation, plus underwater lighting, a magnetic headrest, and a pull-out shower with a flexible hose. It fills automatically and treats the water with its internal filtration system for your convenience.

7. Sci-Fi Bathtub [link]

Want your bathroom to be “out of this world?” This stunning sci-fi bathtub by Spiritual Mode is just the thing to send all your senses awhirl! The Beignet bathtub features fashion and function, and is designed to relax and rejuvenate. Water fills the tub via two ultra-modern taps. The soft, circular shape is soothing to the sight, while water jets along the tub’s base will calm you at the end of a long day.

8. Laguna Pearl Wooden Bathtub [link]

Dedicated yacht makers inspired by the beauty of marine woods, Laguna creates glamorous wooden bathtubs which shine like jewels. The warm dark wood is given a soft sculptural form and modern elegance.

Designed to be filled up to the rim, the Laguna Spa lets warm soothing water entirely en-wrap you in soothing relaxation. With an integrated overflow beneath the pebble filled edge, the water may freely gurgle and rush over the pebbles before ebbing away.

9. Natural Bathtub [link]

The bathtub is carved from single blocks of stone that have formed over hundreds of millions of years. Each block has its own personality expressed in slight differences in its crystalline structure. Totally natural feeling for your bathroom

10. Leggera Bathtub by Gilda Borgnini [link]

The new Leggera bathtub from Ceramica Flaminia is a designed by Gilda Borgnini. A stainless steel shower pole pierces through the porcelain effortlessly, as if it were indeed cloth. The outside and inside of the bathtub are less marked, melting into one another with a sensation of airy relaxation.

11. Mussel Shell Bathtub [link]

Embracing the simple shapes found in nature, the Concrete Mussel Shell Bathtub from HighTech is for those with refined taste. You can stretch out in any direction, totally uninhibited by angles or corners. The base of pebbles serves a dual purpose: both to catch any overlapping water and to add to the exotic sensation of exploring the elements of nature. An iconic element suitable for large bathrooms, the bathtub will transcend trends.

12. Vitra Bathtub turns into a spa seat within no time [link]

This wooden-layered bathtub from Vitra4Life features a wooden roll-matt which uncovers/covers the bathtub to serve as a massage seat.

13. Wasauna’s See-through Whirlpool Glass bathtub [link]

The Whirlpool Glass bathtub from the house of Wasauna looks to be the perfect thing to go with most of the modern bathroom designs.

Touting sixteen jets and seating capacity for two persons, it offers a distinctive experience, from a meditative, restorative soak to the stimulating rush of waterfalls and whitewater. The tub is made of high quality Pilkington glass and stainless steel.

Looks like Sexy!

14. Energy Balance Cocoon [link]

This Energy Balance Cocoon, a mini spa with multi functional and compact whirlpool with sauna functions. The Balance features an infrared sauna and steam sauna including the Hydromassager or the Airbubble massager to de-stress your mind and loosen up your stiff muscles. Throw in some aroma therapy or light therapy with all these features and lo!

15. Electronic Bathtub by Wild Terrain Designs [link]

Covered in cosmetic charm, the Tub-E electronic bathtub by Wild Terrain Designs gives your bathroom the face-lift of a lifetime.

Outwardly, the bathtub looks like a futuristic bucket with enchanting sheen. Swirling around the tub is an elegant staircase made out of perforated stainless steel. Pinhole LED lights are embedded into the outer rim of the Tub-E, shedding light over the bathtub and providing just enough to see clearly up and down the stairs. The system has an auto fill, auto empty and auto clean option, which removes the strain of having to scrub dirt and grime out of hard-to-reach places. The Tub-E also has a built-in heater underneath the seat, which allows you to adjust the water temperature and experience the perfect bath. With one-touch programming and graceful appeal, the Tub-E offers a new look to your bathroom and new feel to your bath experience.

The iPhone is a state-of-the-art, minimalist gadget where a lot of effort was put into the case design. These phones are as precious to people as Gollum’s ring and in order to avoid scratching them, many people have attached protective covers. In this post, we will present you with 9 unusual iPhone case designs…some of them are really creative and useful, like the one with rechargeable battery or the one has waterproof function. While some of them just go too further, like the first one with gold and diamond.

1. $20,000 iPhone Case [link]

I guess this one mihgt be most expensive iPhone case ever.

It is handcrafted with 42 diamonds (3.5 carats) set in 18K gold, embedded in a rare gold carbon fiber leather case. With VVS1 clarity and H color, these diamonds are superior in quality. Complete with an 18K gold emblem, the Case-mate Diamond Case is truly a one of a kind.

2. Sexy Steel Case For iPhone [link]

This Sheet Metal iPhone Case looks smoking HOT!. Sleek Steel on the outside is combined with silicon padding for the innards and clever cutouts tackle wireless signals and heat emissions. Only dilemma is that with the iPhone I opted for a candybar style, this cover makes it an awkward flip, if I walk the middle-path…apparently you needn’t flip open to talk. Essentially, the decision is on leather vs steel then!

3. Vers Wooden iPhone Case [link]

In the hands of a craftsman, wood is simply the most beautiful material around. Crafted from select US hardwoods and Bamboo, each case has its own unique character. Wood is tough stuff – it’s nature’s version of carbon fiber. Naturally rigid and impact-resistant, when reinforced with steel pins, it’s serious protection for your iPod/iPhone.

4. Sanwa’s iPhone Waterproof Case [link]

Sanwa is a Japan’s company, their iPhone Waterproof Case, features a sealing mechanism design to keep out the water and you can still touch your iPhone via the rear window of the case. It even still allows for you to listen to your music and use the camera and still keep the water out. And it comes with a lanyard so that you can wear it around your neck.

5. iClooly Clip Stand iPhone Case [link]

After iClooly Alumi Stand presented last Friday MaxiMobileShop announces the availability of support iClooly Clip Stand for iPhone 3G. i Clooly Clip Stand is a medium that allows you to keep your iPhone 3G in the horizontal or vertical. Ideal for watching a movie on the plane or train. The base also serves as a protective shell ultra light and ultra-resistant, and can easily slip into a pocket.

6. iPhone Case with Rechargeable Battery [link]

It is not only a iPhone case, this iPhone Case($25) built-in a high capacity li-ion rechargeable battery. The sheepskin case keeps the edges of your phone protected from wear and tear, while the battery provides you with a charge of juice when your battery is running low. You can charge the battery via the USB. Unfortunate it is just for the 1st Gen iPhone and iPod Touch. I don’t know that would you check out it, but it is a really good idea.

7. EXOVAULT – Metal Phone Case [link]

From the creators:

The EXOvault case is machined from solid metal stock in two pieces. Providing you with a distinctive beautiful handcrafted object that sets itself apart from the average modern plastic world. You have the choice of light aluminum, classic brass and aerospace grade titanium. All the materials will age and patina beautifully through use.

I just wonder, is that thing allowed on airplane?

8. iwood cases: you and i(phone) up in the trees [link]

Another wooden case design for iPhone. Miniot’s form-fitting iWood cases are made from natural hardwoods
including oak, cherry, mahogany, walnut and and padouk flavors. Very expensive indeed at $125 USD each, but it certainly beats the iPhone 3G’s natural finish: the accumulated digital smegma of a thousand greasy fingerprints.

9. Factron Quattro case for iPhone 3GS [link]

For the ultimate in iPhone 3GS protection and to take advantage of its camera function, you could get the Factron Quattro for iPhone SP, a case made from leather, carbon fiber, and stainless steel. The case is just under $200, and additional lenses like the fish-eye, wide angle, and macro zoom are about $15-50 each.

I think this is only available in Japan though. But they do look pretty cool and cute for me.

My fascination with houseboats and yachts started way back to my childhood. I always dreamed I can sail on the sea and enjoy the peace and leisure, while in my dream, boats were typically rustic with intricate woodwork. Cut to the present times, look at those incredible designs with high-tech – luxury and efficiency; that is our today’s topic 8 Futuristic and Innovative Yacht Designs

1. Kite Sailing Yacht [link]

The Kite Sailing Kitano Yacht designed by Stefani Krucke introduces kite sailing technology to the leisure sailing yacht class and benefits from the many advantages that technology has to offer. One of them being the constant and stronger wind speeds found at higher altitudes.

Compared to a normal sail the kite has less surface area but still generates enough force so that even a gentle breeze lifts the hull to a planing speed. The Yacht itself can house and home up to 8 passengers with the latest in luxury any client would love. On top of that, it’s totally green so even treehuggers can step off land once in awhile.

2. Yacht-Villa [link]

The yacht’s shape resembles a horseshoe, it has 900 m2 thermophotovoltaic panels and 2,000 kWh stored energy. Apart from stairs there’s also an elevator that connects three decks. There’s a 25 meter pool, spa, helipad, sauna, gym and massage room, a music room, a dining room, a cinema, suites, terraces, a lounge.
The price of the yacht is estimated at $ 150 million

3. The Raven Yacht by Maël Oberkampf [link]

“Raven Yacht” inspired by Wally, is a damn stylish and spacious ocean yacht. If you do not wish to go along with the crowd during yourvacations , you can plan an independent yacht vacation by making more choices about your trip. The each and every curve and shape makes it uniquely designed yacht. Raven Yacht will be a comfortable charter for more than 4 people with ample storage facility. It carries full chart inventory and navigation equipments for planning a perfect sight seeing.

4. Vif Argent Yacht – Riding The Deep Blue Seas Smoothly [link]

The Vif Argent Yacht combines the principles of foiler and glider so that you can have smooth sailings at high speeds with maximum efficiency. Killer combo, right! The boat floats on its hull while at rest and then deploys its gliders during acceleration, to help attain high speeds (over 50 knots). To ensure the smooth ride, the cabin is actually cruising above the waves at a height. The suspension system, which is integrated into glider folding arms, absorbs the shocks and vibrations of the wave impact.

Propulsion is made of two high performance diesel engines, to provide power and fuel efficiency.

5. Alfra Vico Luxury Motor Yacht Marino 52 [link]

Step into the Alfra Vico Luxury Motor Yacht Marino 52, and you’re sure to be floored by its stunningly simple design and interiors. Boasting of modern gadgetry to make sure you kiss high-speeds effortlessly, the yacht is envisioned as ‘motion art’ of the highest echelon. From the cleats to the projectile anchor, to the convertible exterior lounge-sofas/daybeds, to the fully computer-controlled helm station, the Marino 52 screams extravagance! We also discovered that Alfra Vico opted to invent and purpose-build new patent-pending electronic control systems, mechanizations, cleats, and other essential functional elements.

6. Oculus – God’s Skull of the Ocean [link]

This yacht’s unique shape “is representative of the jaw and eye socket bone structure of large oceanic fish and mammals.”

Designed to accommodate 12 guests in extraordinary comfort and style, Oculus is a long distance cruising yacht capable of speeds upwards of 25 knots. The exterior styling is representative of the jaw and eye socket bone structure of large oceanic fish and mammals. Featuring a dramatic reverse bow configuration, the yacht’s armature balances an elegant expression of symmetry and structure. In addition to the bow, Oculus also features a “low rider profile”. This slightly lowered surface allows for new side recreational areas, alternate dockage access and light cruising openness.

7. SENTORI 50 R from Motion Code Blue [link]

Gigantic windows in the greenhouse to actualize a melding of interior and exterior spaces. Large owners window in the hull for an excellent und unique view slightly above the water, shark fin level. Bar in back acts as skylight for salon underneath. Sunbed and multifunctional dining area up in the back. Dining table ready for 8 can be raised for use or lowered for sun bathing area. Wet-bar, hot-plate, refrigerator with super awesome semi-transparent glass surface.

8. Infanitas by E. Kevin Schopfer [link]

Inspired by Infinity, the symbol is abstractly expressed within the yacht’s elevation. It can accommodate 16 guests and crew and has all the requisites to appease Mr. Moneybags; helipad and swimming pool included!

Because we only have 4 new posts during last 2 weeks, we decided to combine these 2 weeks in one issue. During last 2 weeks, we have written 4 posts about FOUR topics: Cutting Boards, Bridge Designs, Chair Designs, and Door Knob/Door Handle….In case you miss one of them, we prepare this weekly report for our favorite selections and hope you will like them. Here is the list:

1. 12 Modern and Functional Cutting Boards

2. 7 Modern Bridge Designs

3. 9 Interesting and Unusual Chair Designs

4. 9 Creative and Unusual Door Knob/Door Handle

Door knob or dorr handle, can’t be more normal in our daily life… How can that be crerative or unusual? Check this post to see how those designer daring twists on a traditionally utilitarian theme and unlock your perceptions of what door knob/door handle could be.

1. Disappearing Doorknob Concept [link]

Innovative door handle system, designed by Arnaud Lapierre, promises to ensure your privacy by hiding the knob when the door is locked. It uses clever pulley system that retracts the exterior door knob when pulled from the inside.

2. Light Bulb Door Handle Concept [link]

His Knob Light is a door knob with an internal generator that stores energy and illuminates the way in emergencies or whenever you need a guide to the loo. How it relates to the butterfly effect theory is esoteric but simply by expanding the knob’s function to include illumination, you effectively change the way you use the knob.

3. Help Lock doorknob [link]

The first time you activate the Help Lock doorknob, you program in a phone number and a time. This is the amount of time you get to be in the bathroom without the door going NUTS!

From the first time forward, each time you close the door and hit the “go” button, you have the alloted amount of time to use the toilet, shower, bath, or do whatever else – after that alloted amount of time, an alarm goes off!

The alarm sounds for 30 warning seconds (it’s quiet) during which you can still turn it off, followed by Loud Noises and a phone call to the programmed number.

Not sure is that a good idea…the only thing I know is I will be driven madness to those button…alarm…noise things.

4. Door handle [link]

5. HanLED glows in the dark [link]

The HanLED is one intuitive sustainable handle that lights up when you approach the door, you put the key and the back side lights, finally you unlock the door and you get a warm welcome with a friendly green signal. Taking energy from the sun during the daytime, it gets powered, thereby letting the LED to glow in the dark when sought after.

6. Art Glass Doorknobs [link]

Out Of The Blue Design Studio will knock your socks off with literally dozens of spectacularly beautiful doorknobs crafted with care from exquisite art glass. The available designs range from natural images of leaves, flowers and even a globe, to more abstract themes that serve to focus your attention – and likely the sun’s rays on a bright clear day. These cooler than cool doorknobs look so good you’ll be tempted to forbid people from touching them for fear of leaving fingerprints.

7. NUMLOCK HANDLE [link]

Designer Jess Han has re-imagined the simple door handle with a DaVinci Code style lock that denies entry for all but the chosen few (cue: dramatic music). This intuitive door handle dubbed the “NUMLOCK HANDLE” features a numbered dial-lock that re-shuffles and locks itself after every successful entry. Get the code incorrect and Tom Hanks gets punched in the gut by an albino assassin. The numbers can be replaced or supplemented with braille for that extra level of mystery.

8. The Illuminating Door Handle [link]

s you can see from this pictures the handle indicates the room is occupied with a red light on the outside of the door when the thumb turn is activated. When the room is vacant there is a continuous green light on the outside. This door handle can be very useful for toilets, and especially in college dorms, when students can send an obvious “Don’t disturb !!!”a message to their roommates.

9. “Jiong” Doorknobs [link]

Jiong is an interesting Chinese character that sports a half-smiling and half-fainting face, and is very popular on Internet. People use its caricature as an emoticon to display shock and dramatize a situation. Designer Haikun Deng plans to make a drama queen out of Jiong cause she has fashioned it to “commit suicide” if you slam the door shut! SLAM and the bl@@dy door knob hits you hard in your hands!