Maison & Objet 2015: CH Picks, Part Two

Unexpected materials, decorative door handles, bikes from Thailand and more in our picks from the design fair

Narrowing down the highlights and standouts at Maison & Objet is overwhelming—the fair is diverse, expansive and full of hidden treasures ready for their debut. In our second round-up of products and companies at the Parisian design trade show (see part one here), we spotlight everything from practical plants for the office or home, playful door handles, and many other innovative products designed to make …

“The Volcano House” Can Be Yours for $650k

Ever wish you could live on top of a volcano? Because it’s (almost) possible. A mid-century masterpiece dubbed “The Volcano House” is currently available for purchase and can be bought for $650,000. The one-of-a-kind home sits atop a 150-foot cinder cone and features a 360-degree view—amongst other architectural highlights. It also comes with 60 acres of land located 45 minutes just outside of Barstow, California. …

Test Drive: 2016 Range Rover Sport Td6 and Range Rover Td6

Behind the wheel of Britain's most deluxe diesel in the Spanish countryside

It makes sense to test drive Land Rover’s all-new Td6 diesels in the land that Torquemada, the Grand Inquisitor, once held in his terroristic grip. After all, “putting the screws” to people was his specialty, and torque is literally twisting force. When you have a 4,707-pound vehicle to move around the Spanish countryside—specifically, around the grand estate of Le Comes, where Popes once came for …