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The Corkscrew - Its unique shape has made it a natural inspiration for artists, symbolizing creativity and the unpredictable twists of life. In folklore, its spirals are thought to represent the intricate paths of life or serve as a botanical reflection of life's complexities.
The Whale… Herman Melville
Beneath the creak of an old wharf and the salt-thick fog of a Nantucket dawn, Herman Melville’s words still echo.
Tiderace Sea Kayaks
The shoreline is a restless place. Here, waves roll in with a rhythm as old as time, and the kayaker’s craft becomes a bridge between land and sea. Few boats capture that meeting of elements like Tiderace.
Von Baer | Luxury Leather Goods
Von Baer began in 2015 in Tallinn, Estonia, when founders Albert Varkki and Igor Monte set out to solve a simple problem: they couldn’t find a leather laptop bag that balanced elegance with durability.
Nautor Swan Sailboats
For nearly six decades, these Finnish-built yachts have embodied a rare balance: the heart-thumping performance of a racing thoroughbred, paired with the grace and comfort of a blue-water cruiser meant to wander the world’s coastlines.
Bowers & Wilkins - The Sound of Perfection
These speakers soon earned a place in the most prestigious recording studios — most notably Abbey Road Studios, where legendary artists from Pink Floyd to Adele have relied on Bowers & Wilkins monitors to mix and master their music.
Becoming Mark Twain
Clemens worked as a journalist for the Territorial Enterprise, honing his sharp wit and flair for satire. It was here, in 1863, that he first signed an article as “Mark Twain.”
Gränsfors Bruk | Axes | Since 1902
In the serene village of Gränsfors, Sweden, a legacy of craftsmanship has endured for more than a century. Founded in 1902 by Anders Pettersson, Gränsfors Bruk began as a modest forge, yet quickly became known for producing axes that blend function with artistry.
Tentickle Tents
Though their roots are South African, Tentickle has stretched far beyond its birthplace. What began as a workshop refining fabric under Cape skies has become a worldwide network, with agents and craftspeople guiding projects from Europe to Asia, the Americas to Australia.
Airstream by Mountain Modern
Every story worth telling has a spark. For Anna and Damian, it was a Craigslist listing for a 1966 Airstream Overlander named Gilda.
Singer | Porsche Design & Restoration
Founded in 2009 by Rob Dickinson, a man whose career once belonged to music as the frontman of the British shoegaze band Catherine Wheel, Singer takes its name from both Porsche engineer Norbert Singer and Dickinson’s own lyrical past.
Louis XIII Cognac
The story begins in 1874, when Paul-Émile Rémy Martin crafted a cognac unlike anything the world had seen, naming it in honor of King Louis XIII of France, the monarch who first elevated cognac to royal recognition in the 1600s.
How to Make the Best BBQ Ribs | Patrick & Mary O’Neil
Former Chicago restaurateur Patrick O’Neil - and Blake Smith’s best friend for over 40 years - is finally sharing the secret ingredient behind his legendary, award-winning BBQ ribs—the very recipe that built his restaurant empire.
The Firepit | American Fyre Designs
Tucked into the industrial heart of Southern California, American Fyre Designs emerged more than twenty-five years ago as part of the R. H. Peterson Company, a family-owned name already synonymous with fireplaces and grills.
Twin Eagle Outdoor Grills
The name he chose carried two meanings—Twin for the newborn children who had just joined his family, and Eagle for the bird that symbolized his Filipino heritage.
Buck Mason
The name Buck Mason itself feels carved out of wood and stone—part frontier grit, part craftsman’s touch. It’s a nod to heritage, but with an eye on design that feels refreshingly uncluttered.
Catskill Mountain Railroad | Kingston, NY
The story begins in the 1860s, when the Ulster & Delaware Railroad stitched together Kingston’s Hudson River port with the forested heart of the Catskills.
The Wit and Wisdom of Benjamin Franklin
He was its printer, its philosopher, and its friendly penman, leaving behind words that still fit neatly into the pockets of everyday life.
SURF | The North Shore of Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi
Known as the beating heart of surfing culture, it is both legendary and lived-in: a place where giant waves thunder offshore while children run barefoot through roadside fruit stands.