With a history dating back more than 135 years, Vaughan and Bushnell is a pioneer in the hammer business. The Steel Eagle Curved Claw Hammer, still made in the USA, combines the very best of their innovation and technology: a patented design to reduce vibration, a balanced swing, and of course, a rock solid hammer head have made it the first choice of professional builders and handymen.

It was all about Fiestaware colors this week! here are some great pictures from past and present, the manufacturing process has hardly changed since the 1930s!

 As familiar as Grandma’s apple pie, Pyrex bakeware has been a fixture in kitchens since its introduction in 1915. Renowned both for its versatility and durability the patented tempered glass easily withstands extreme temperatures allowing you to cook and freeze your culinary delights in the same trusted dish. From casseroles to cake pans, Pyrex bakeware has become a family tradition known and loved by generations of cooks. Find out more tonight on Design DNA!

Since 1921 the Toro Company has provided professional lawn care systems for the world’s top golf courses. Imagine what it can do for your little patch of green! Toro’s Super Recycler with Personal Pace design takes the chore out of mowing your lawn. It makes lawn care faster, easier and more efficient leaving you more time for the finer things in life... “18 holes anyone?” Find out more tonight on Design DNA!

he world’s first multi tool, the Swiss Army knife was developed by Swiss cutler Carl Elsener back in 1891 for – you guessed it – the Swiss Army. The original Soldier model was specifically designed for quickly dismantling military rifles, hence the heavy-duty screwdriver. Light-weight and elegant, today’s models offer more than 85 working tools - everything from a cigar-cutter to a built-in USB flash drive and of course a trusty corkscrew for opening your favourite bottle of wine. Find out more tonight on Design DNA!

W.C. Coleman changed American life more than 100 years ago with his invention of the Coleman Lantern. A vital addition to rural America the now-classic Lantern’s popularity has continued through the years. Evolving with technology, today more than 45 different variations of the lantern are lighting the way. Find out more tomorrow on Design DNA!

This lovely little home sits side-by-side with $3-million homes on a chic street in London, and by comparison might seem like a bargain, but when you consider its size, a paltry 188 square feet, the price tag is a shocker.  Scroll down to see the unbelievable listing price!

When Italian “design factory” Alessi introduced the Michael Graves ‘Bird Kettle’ in 1985 they never imagined it would go on to become the greatest selling single item in their history. The stainless steel beauty, with the red bird whistle, graces stovetops around the world. And for its many aficionados, hearing the bird’s song makes getting up in the morning just a little bit easier.

The Le Corbusier LC2 sofa is arguably one of the most famous furniture designs in modern history. With an external steel frame providing a container for the cushions within, the sofa and the companion pieces of the LC2 Collection were the unique vision of three designers – Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret and Charlotte Perriand. Hard to believe it was first introduced in the 1920’s, the LC2 is perfect for today’s modern times! Find out more tomorrow on Design DNA!