Fire Country Lookout

Perched atop a hill near Healdsburg, CA, the Fire Country Lookout stands as a beacon of sustainable living in the post-climate-change era. This multi-generational retreat, designed by Studio Vara, boasts a sleek, prismatic form that maximizes views of Mount St. Helena and the surrounding landscape. Wrapped in standing-seam metal, it shields against wildfires and extreme weather.

Designed for off-grid living, the home features rooftop solar panels, Tesla Powerwall batteries, and a backup generator. Inside, a thoughtfully planned layout includes open living spaces and private bedrooms, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living. Scalloped Corten retaining walls and native landscaping integrate the structure into its natural surroundings.

LIFT PRO ELECTRIC DESK

iSkelter, the same guys behind "Slate - Mobile Airdesk”, have now presented the "Lift Pro”, an electric sit-to-stand desk. The elegant desk features a preset key that memorizes your sitting and standing height, simply press the up/down buttons to find and memorize your sit and stand positions, the desk will then automatically raise or lower. The ergonomic desk also offers built-in docks for iOS devices, a built-in stainless steel drink holder, recessed felt tray...
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SPYRA ONE WATER GUN

A new product is taking Kickstarter by storm, a next-generation water gun that will get you soaking wet. The Spyra One is an electronic water gun that instead of shooting a stream of water, it shoots "water-bullets" to up to 30 ft! The high-tech water gun features a self-refilling mechanism that can automatically suck up a full tank of water in just 14 seconds over a body of water, and has a digital display that shows how many shots you have left. Oh, and a single 6...
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SWAMP COOLER | BY RUFFWEAR

When taking your fury friends on your backcountry adventures you can now help them beat the heat with this innovative cooling vest by Ruffwear. All you need to do is get the "Swamp Cooler" wet in cold water, wring it out, and fasten it on your dog. The cooling vest also reflects sunlight and ultraviolet rays for added sun protection. Other great products by Ruffwear: - Dog Packs - K-9 Float Coat...
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