A German company called "Style your Garage" has put an end to ugly and boring garage doors. They make very realistic printed-on 3D motifs that will make your neighbours and people passing by stare of amazement. They have a variety of prints, ranging from family oriented to not so family oriented. check out their website for many fun prints.

The Dutchtub was invented and designed by Floris Schoonderbeek. He makes his work to inspire people to live the public outdoor space. One way is the wood fired hot tub which he calls, dutchtub. The dutchtub creates the opportunity to take a nice warm bath any in the world, as long there’s water and wood.

The Brinno Digital Peephole Viewer is a digital magic eye, for those that have very small openings on their door, this clever gadget let´s you see who is the other side. Instead of those distorted images, this little device provides a digital image on your screen,it has a 1.3 megapixel camera. There is even the option to zoom, so you can better examine the faces of visitors. The machine is not on all the time, you must push a button and wait 10 seconds for the image to appear on the screen. Runs on two AA batteries.

"The Dark Knight Rises" will be the epic conclusion to filmmaker Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy. To celebrate the launch of the highly expected movie, Hot Toys have released a new impressive hyper realistic collectible figure. The Batman/ Bruce Wayne collectible is specially crafted based on the image of Christian Bale in the movie, with detailed wrinkles and amazing realistic skin texture. The 1/6th scale figure features: PERS(Parallel Eyeball Rolling System), a specially made fabric costume with armor, and includes all Batmans weapons and accessories. Watch the The Dark Knight Rises 13-Minute TV Special video after the jump.

Check out our other features on Hot Toys:
- Batman Begins Hyper Realistic Collectible Figure
- Terminator Hyper Realistic Collectible Figure

Wonderful creation by designer Colleen Whiteley, the "Hold on Tight Shelf" allows you to keep your most treasured books upright, on display, and close at hand. A bright, over-sized wing nut serves as a bookend, which slides into place and can be adjusted and secured ver it is needed, whether your book collection is growing or shrinking. Brilliant! via GadgetReview

If your dog is stuck in the backyard all day long, unable to see the movement on the street, he needs the PetPeek! A transparent plastic window that allows your best friend a view of the outside world. The PetPeek window is a durable, clear, hard acrylic dome 9.5 inches in diameter, with a black trim-ring and all necessary hardware for easy DIY installation into your wooden or vinyl fence.

We love a clean, minimal, functional design…we recently discovered these Salt And Pepper Mills by Danish homeware store Vipp. The heavy duty mills are crafted from stainless steel, aluminum and rubber of the finest quality, they come as a set and include a practical base.

Also check out our roundup of the Coolest salt & pepper shakers

How cool would it be to have this in your living room? This awesome chair was inspired by fighter planes, from its aluminum-wrapped curves to its padded leather seat and back. Drawing inspiration from World War II bomber planes, this chairs aerodynamic curves are hugged in riveted aluminum, while the seat and back are swathed in ribbed leather with the busted-down softness of a vintage bomber jacket.

OFTB(Out of the blue) is a a team of landscape architects, horticulturists and in-house pool builders based in Melbourne, Australia. They integrate contemporary landscape design with high quality construction of concrete swimming pools. Here we feature one of their stunning creations, a transparent pool from a house in Elsterwick, Melbourne.

Over the last couple of years we have featured some remarkable collectible figures, mostly they have been action figures, this time we showcase something truly special, a hyper realistic 1:6 scale action figure of basketball legend Michael Jordan! The limited edition, lifelike action figure is available from high-end figurine manufacturer Enterbay. It features amazing likeness, with detailed wrinkles, amazing realistic skin texture and a body with 30 points of articulation. It also comes complete with Air Jordan collection of sneakers and both white and red uniforms, including the infamous "45″ jersey.

via hypebeast & illroots

Other cool hyper realistic Collectible Figures we have featured:
- Batman
- Terminator

Do you like taking your fury friend along with you on your backcountry adventures? These sleek dog packs by Ruffwear feature an efficient, weight-forward design with plenty of stash pockets allowing your dog to carry hydration bottles, leash, pickup bags and other essential hiking gear. The saddlebags also feature a reflective trim for visibility in low-light conditions.

Its recommended that your dog carry no more than 25 - 30% of their body weight in their dog pack.

Get them in Europe here

Also check out our roundup of the coolest dog gear

The "Boomerang Chair" was designed by Kurt Dexel founder of "Dexel Crafted", he designs beautiful, clean, and modern crafted furniture. This chair is a marvel of sharp lines and angles, crafted from black walnut, eastern maple, and leather. Check out his website for the rest of his awesome collection.

Another great online store we came across on Etsy, Urban Wood Goods is owned by Erin Norton True, she makes "Industrial Modern Reclaimed Wood Furniture", she discovers items at estate sales,flea markets, and old barns. She then makes furniture pieces with historical "old growth" salvaged wood. Our pick is this simple desk with mid century hairpin legs, locker basket drawer and slide out keyboard tray. Everything is made to order, and you can arrange with Erin custom dimensions. Check out her store for more very cool rustic furniture.

Now this is a clever idea! Bakus is a table mat that lets you collect your best moments, a practical and emotive object. The Bakus Table Mat is a stainless steel tray that allows you to hook corks into place and create a hot plate. A useful and clever way to recycle your wine corks!

Lumio is inspired by the idea of an illuminated book, it unfolds from a book into a lamp! All you need to to is open the book to turn on the light and close it to turn it off, no switches or buttons. Lumio was designed by designer Max Gunawan and when fully charged remains lit for up to 8 hours. When open, Lumio offers multiple lighting possibilities: ceiling pendant, outdoor lantern, table lamp, etc...The original project was recently launched on kickstarter and is already way past its funding target.

Also check out the "Enlightenment Book" lamp

Cycling is enjoying increasing popularity in major cities around the globe, and bicycles are more and more becoming a trend. After customizing your wonder machine you want to showcase it to your friends and family, the "Shoes Books and a Bike" allows you to frame your bike and gives it a deserved place of honor in your apartment....like a trophy in a glass jar.

These aquariums by "Biorb" are very different from anything else on the market, the model featured here is the "biOrb Life Portrait 60L", it features the unique advanced slim line Intelligent LED Light that provides an automatic 24 hour lighting cycle, including a natural gradual sunrise, sunset and blue moonlight. This sophisticated lighting system provides a healthier environment for the fish and fascinating night-time viewing for the owner.

This amazing and unique project is located in London, UK. The former 99 foot tall Water Tower was built in 1877 and was recently converted into a spectacular luxury home. It now features four bedrooms, a lift, a gym, a rooftop terrace, a modern open living space nicknamed "the cube", and 360 degrees views across the city. via