Philips Robust Collection

An essential collection of kitchen appliances as beautiful as they are durable

Philips’ new Robust Collection consists of a complete range of kitchen appliances butched up with sturdy rubber and stainless-steel exteriors. The set includes five essential pieces (blender, food processor, hand blender, can opener and juicer) developed not just for high function but to last a long time too. Borrowing some materials from the auto industry, the design feels as reassuring as it looks iconic. The …

Cool Hunting Video Presents: Hästens

Our video visit to Sweden's oldest and most luxurious handmade bed factory

In this video, we visit the family-run business Hästens at their factory in Köping, Sweden where they’ve been building their notoriously luxurious beds for five generations. Johan Luukas leads the tour, while senior project manager Perry Forsberg explains how the company evolved from their saddle-making roots into the most coveted built-to-order bed business today.  

Salone Satellite 2010

A flat-pack chair, an idea-generating coffee table, and more from Milan's biggest showplace for up-and-comers

Dedicated to emerging designers, Salone Satellite is the area of Milan’s furniture fair where big companies and trend researchers find the fresh stuff. My Granddaughter’s Cabinet by Lisa Hilland uses typical Swedish materials as a way to hand down the tradition of local design to younger generations. “I have chosen those materials that grow old beautifully,” Lisa told CH, “like reindeer leather and birch, oak …