Home Improvement

Do you have your Halloween costume picked out yet? You better start thinking about it! Halloween is right around the corner, so why not stock up on all the gear you need to scare the crap out of little kids. …Ok so The Bubble Fog Machine ($50) might not be scary, but it will add some great ambiance to your haunted house. It blows the fog into bubbles resulting in bubbles that look like they are straight out of Alice in Wonderland. Stay tuned, we teamed up with SpiritHalloween.com to bring you more Halloween products.

If you want to spoil your kitchen with some new upgrades check out the Neff Modular Refrigeration Columns. A group of top appliance manufacturers came together to bring us a new refrigeration line with a simple-yet-stylish modern design and features you could only dream about. Customize your space by choosing from several new models of; freezers, refrigerators, and wine coolers. They all have different features and capacities to fit your standards. NoFrost technology, electronic digital display with language selector, vacation mode, intensive freezing and cooling functions with automatic deactivation, door open alarm, dual halogen lighting, and reversible hinges are a just a few of the many functions available. Compared to other similar appliances, the new modular column refrigeration line has up to 20% more capacity, are the quietest of their class and are very energy efficient. See another picture.

I am getting tried of my cheapo little espresso machine. Considering that I use it every day, I would like more features. The DeLonghi ESAM6600 Esclusivo Gran Dama Digital Super-Automatic Espresso Machine ($2,400) does everything you wish your espresso machine would do. It features a LCD display which allows you to adjust everything from automatic brew, to temperature, strength and size of your coffee. The 25 oz. milk container that produces steamed milk for Latte and frothed milk for Cappuccino and Italian Macchiato. Since everything is fully automated it will grind your coffee, steam milk, brew, and dispose of the grinds all with the touch of a button. Best part is it will tell you when it needs to be cleaned, and all the parts are dishwasher safe.

The Smoon Ombrella ($2,200) captures and protects you from the suns light during the day. At night Smoon omits a soft light. It is designed to keep you comfortable during both day and night. The Smoon Ombrella is wireless, and can be charged manually (for those not so sunny days). See it available in other colors.

Designed by Ron Guild, the Ingo Lamp, is made of 16 desk lamps affixed together to create a spider-looking chandelier. Its size ranges from 3ft – 8ft depending of how you want it positioned. Price and availability are yet to be announced.

The Ice Bear Rug from Sruli Recht is made from 15 Icelandic sheep skins sewn together to form a rug which resembles a polar bear. It measures 3 meters in length. Only 10 will be available, and there is no word on price yet.

The Bertazzoni Pro Series 48″ Range comes with a main oven, featuring convection. It also has a practical auxiliary oven with a special low temperature setting, six gas burners and a built-in electric griddle. The 15,000 BTU are It comes in your option of red, burgundy, beige, white, yellow, green, blue and black. Starts at $5,400. [via]

Daniel Schipper designed this lightweight greenhouse for people in urban areas. It has a frameless modular construction and is made of recyclable plastic. The Folding Greenhouse is small enough to be stored almost anywhere. Its too bad there is no info on production nor pricing. Best bet might be to try and make one yourself. See more photos.

The Liberrty Collection from Dynamic Cooking Systems comes in 3 models. The All Grill has a 494 sq. in. grilling surface and 2 x 25,000 BTU Burners. The Dual Side Burner/Griddle features dual 17,000 BTU Side-burners, and a 12,000 BTU Griddle Plate at 15 ¾” x 11”. Last but not least, the Dual Side Burner/Sink model also features dual 17,000 BTU Side-burners, and includes a sink that can either be hard plumbed or use portables. All of the models are available for built-in application or with optional stainless steel cart. Pair them all with a Refrigerator or a Beer Dispenser and you could have the ultimate outdoor kitchen. Another Photo.

Designed by Sovrappensiero from Milano, Italy. Each candle lasts 25 minutes and has a different scent. Before each candle dies it ignites the next in sequence. It’s one of five projects for blind people showcased at Salone del Mobile in Milano.

You know that Fido’s old dog cage looks more like Alcatraz cell then anything else. The eiCrate ($679) is aims to change all that. It is perfect for pets weighing anywhere from 4 - 40lbs. The cage is made out of powder coated steel, has 2 locks, and a leak-proof liner. If you really want to impress people, spring for the limited edition 22.5 karat gold version.

The Spectra line of coffee machines from Franke Coffee Systems, was designed to be adaptable for use anywhere. It can simply be used in your home / office, or stand up to a crown in a busy cafe. The Spectra Coffee Machienes are available in 3 different models (S, X, & I), each come in three different colors, and have a choice of 3 operating systems (Basic, Touch and Vetro). Each operating system is very easy to use, your guests or customers can use keypad, touchscreen or glass panel.

The Spectra S can use a simple coffee machine configuration with one grinder, or you can step it up and with three grinders, milk, steam and hot-water dispenser. The Spectra X has 4-brewing levels, and always prepares the precise amount of coffee you need throughout the day. Last but not least, the Spectra I is a classic chocolate dispenser and practical vending station in one. It perfectly compliments the Spectra S and Spectra X. Equipped with two additional dosage units for powdered milk and instant coffee, the Spectra I can even dispense strawberry flavor. See more pictures.