Alphington Tower House

It takes a village to raise a family so that's what Austin Maynard Architects created. Home to a family of 8-year-old twin boys who needed an outlet for nature, outdoor recreation, and the arts, the Alphington Tower House appears as a series of small structures on the exterior. Each one is unique in size and shape but a unified material palette creates a cohesive facade. Rather than seeking privacy, the dwelling opens its gates to neighbors allowing them to use the front yard as a community garden. Internally, volumes are interconnected, acting as one free-flowing interior while hidden sliding panels provide a way to divide the large space. Although the overall atmosphere is clean and modern, whimsical touches including ladders in the kitchen, a netted reading nook, and a rooftop hideaway provide creative outlets for the kids to learn and grow.

Photos: Peter Bennetts Studio / Austin Maynard Architects

Nissan Destination Frontier Truck Concept

The Overland Expo West is in full swing in Flagstaff, Arizona, and Nissan brought a one-off custom based on their Frontier truck to show how flexible the platform can be. Called the Destination, the project started with a Frontier Crew Cab Midnight Edition. A three-inch lift was added, along with Nitto tires and American Racing wheels to fill out the extra space. Fabworks provided the prerunner bumper and skid plates, and the most noticeable modification is a Leitner Designs bed rack equipped with a CVT Mt. Shasta rooftop tent. Overlanding is about more than just a day-long getaway, so a fridge/freezer combo and high-intensity exterior lighting is also available. For such a serious setup, the cost isn't — Nissan claims the whole package can be purchased for less than $40,000, including the Frontier. That doesn't include installation, but for someone with the right know-how, it's one of the best deals in offroading.

AI SpaceFactory MARSHA Mars Habitat

Life on Mars is closer than you think. Many companies have already begun working on transportation to and from the Red Planet, and now a housing solution is in the works. NASA sent out a call through their Centennial Challenge, seeking the greatest architectural talents to design a habitat that could stand up to the conditions on Mars. AI SpaceFactory answered with MARSHA. The award-winning dwelling is a 15-foot interplanetary structure. Its pod-like form is 3D printed using biodegradable and recyclable basalt composite — a native Martian material that is strong and durable enough to handle pressure, smoke, and impact. The interior is spread throughout four levels and consists of "human-centric" features to support a life mostly lived indoors. Their design beat out 60 other entries and earned them a $500,000 prize.

Photos: AI SpaceFactory

Waitakere Forest House

Situated at the base of Auckland's Waitakere Ranges, the Waitakere Forest House is a tribute to the rugged wilderness that surrounds it. The home is enveloped by acres of rainforest and rolling hillsides. The dwelling consists of a collection of volumes clad in screens of native timber and wooden shingles. Their weathered finish immediately connects the exteriors to the neighboring trees. Each building is staggered in placement, creating a series of outdoor spaces to enjoy the landscape. Large sliding glass doors lead to the interior, revealing walls of exposed concrete. Wood floors and ceilings add a rustic warmth while light filters in through the external screens adding a soft, airiness to the dense atmosphere.

Photos: Simon Wilson with Amelia Holmes / Fearon Hay Architects

Emory Porsche 356 RSR Coupe

The 356 RSR started in 2012 when founder Rod Emory had an idea — combine the 356 with arguably the greatest 911 made, the 964. Two years later, a call from MOMO chairman Henrique Cisneros got the project rolling. The Rod and MOMO collaborated on a bespoke wheel design and that the car needed to spit flames, like the high-strung Porsche race cars of the past. The result is the 356 RSR, named in honor of the legendary 1973 Porsche RSR. A barn-find 356 body was married to a 1990 964 chassis, with a twin-turbocharged 2.4-liter flat-four engine developed with Rothsport. The engine is completely custom, with new castings and crankshaft specifically designed for the project. The body got a total makeover, with the rear being heavily modified to show off the turbos and allow for ultra-short exhaust to easily breathe flames. The 356 RSR is a wild marriage of the best of Porsche's past and present in one high-performing package.

Photos: Drew Philips

Omega Speedmaster Professional Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Watch

The Speedy earned its Moonwatch moniker on the wrists of Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin. The Omega Speedmaster Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Watch pays tribute to the moon landing as a limited edition release. Powered by the new Caliber 3861 movement, its 42mm stainless steel case serves as the backdrop for an 18-karat Moonshine Gold bezel with black ceramic ring and Ceragold tach scale. The main dial is gray, with black sub-dials, a black track on the periphery, and a Moonshine Gold laser engraving of Aldrin stepping onto the lunar surface at 9 o'clock. Another laser engraving of an astronaut's footprint can be found on the moon-surface caseback, along with the famous quote, "THAT'S ONE SMALL STEP FOR A MAN - ONE GIANT LEAP FOR MANKIND." It sits on a matching steel bracelet and arrives in a presentation box with an additional Velcro strap with black-coated cork, a lunar module display stand, two mission patches, two engraved plates, and a strap-changing tool. Limited to 6,969 pieces.

U-Turn Orbit Special Walnut Turntable

Made in the USA with a sustainably sourced rift walnut plinth the Orbit Special is a worthy centerpiece for your home audio setup. The turntable not only looks the part but also takes the sound of your music up a notch, with a clear acrylic platter that provides detailed playback and an external belt drive that eliminates motor noise and ensures speed consistency. Features include an OA2 gimbal tonearm, a cue lever for easy tonearm operation, a built-in preamp, and an award-winning Ortofon 2M Red cartridge with an elliptical diamond stylus. Easy to set up, the Orbit Special also comes with an AC adapter, RCA cables, a dust cover, a felt mat, and a 2-year warranty from U-Turn.

Weight: 11.5 lb

2019 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison Tray Bed Concept Truck

Fresh off their collaboration with Chevrolet on the Colorado ZR2 Bison, American Expeditionary Vehicles is releasing another Bison, this time with their own heavy-duty tray bed for carrying more cargo and increased flexibility. Along with the bed, AEV also outfitted the Bison with a host of GM Performance parts, including sturdier upper control arms and a steel driveshaft. A snorkel, LED light bar, and winch reinforce what the Bison is all about, and fender flares cover 35-inch all-terrain tires. AEV built the truck for the Overland Expo West, and to prove it wasn't a trailer queen, put it through its paces for three days in the Altar Desert. Unsurprisingly, it passed with flying colors. Although production-ready, AEV didn't have any info on specs or availability but expect that change with enough interest.

Puebco Vintage Trashcan

Hand made from reclaimed steel, this trash can melds industrial design with minimalist charm. The step can is brand new, but sports a vintage look, complete with a handle on top that brings to mind steel trash cans from the '70s and '80s and a cautions reminder on the front to "be careful not to get your fingers or hands caught." The cans are made individually, meaning each will have subtle differences and blemishes that only add to the uniqueness and appeal.

Height: 20" / Width: 13" / Depth: 13"

Honda Ridgeline & Passport Overland Concepts

Honda's Ridgeline truck and Passport SUV are already capable away from the pavement, but these Adventure Lifestyle concepts bolster their off-road chops considerably. Outfitted by Jsport Performance Accessories, the Passport sees an increased ride height of 1.5 inches in the front and 0.75 in the rear, along with knobby Nitto RidgeGrappler tires mounted on 18-inch wheels. The Ridgeline also gets off-road wheels and tires, as well as a leveling kit. Both concepts get new skid plates and Plateau modular roof racks; the Passport's holds a rooftop tent while the Ridgeline's is home to a Honda generator. Both vehicles are on display at the 2019 Overland Expo West.

1972 Jeep Commando

Introduced in 1966, the Jeepster Commando was Jeep's response to the growing popularity of small 4x4s like the International Scout, Toyota Land Cruiser, and Ford Bronco. The Commando proved popular, but when American Motors Corporation bought Jeep in 1970, one of their first moves was to redesign it. Starting in 1972, the new model was available with a 304-cubic inch V8. Sales dropped, and the line was killed in 1973 in favor of the Cherokee in 1974. The 1972 Commando up for auction here is part of the Route 66 Packard Museum collection and is in great original condition. Equipped with Warn Lock-o-Matic front hubs, automatic transmission, and the aforementioned 304 V8, it's a big piece of evolutionary Jeep history.

Aston Martin Goldfinger DB5 Continuation

James Bond's Goldfinger Aston Martin DB5 forever cemented Aston Martin as the car of choice for the iconic British spy. With its classic lines and a full complement of gadgets, the DB5 was equipped to get out of any situation Bond might find himself in. Aston Martin and EON Productions have come together to build a DB5 continuation of the iconic car. Not only built to exacting specifications, this DB5 comes with all the gadgets from the film — like rotating number plates, machine guns, and tire slashers. Only months away from delivery, Aston Martin gives a taste of what's going to be available in this video with James Bond Special effects supervisor Chris Corbould. Chris demonstrates gadgets like oil slick, smoke screen, and machine guns hidden behind the turn signals in this new video.

Noco Genius Boost Pro Jump Starter

Having access to power when you're on the road can be a literal lifesaver, and the Noco Genius Boost Pro Jump Starter can provide it. Its powerful lithium-ion battery delivers three times the juice of more common lead-acid jump starters in a much smaller package, letting it jump engines up to 10L in size. It also has USB and 12V outputs for charging gadgets, running tire inflators, and more. It can recharge in 11 hours via USB but a 12V fast charge port cuts that time to four, and a built-in flashlight ensures you'll be able to find your battery connections in the dark. It comes with male and female XGC adapters, an XGC extension cable, a Micro USB cable, and a microfiber storage bag.

Battery: 88 Watt-Hour Lithium-Ion / Starting Current: 4,000 Amps / Joules: 22,500 J3S / USB Output: 2.1 Amps / XGC Output: 12V DC, 15 Amp / Flashlight: 500 Lumen LED

Length: 12.4" / Width: 7.3" / Depth: 2.7"

Hawkeye House

Just 15 minutes from Joshua Tree National Park, the Hawkeye House is a desert dome in California's Yucca Valley. The newly remodeled curved cabin is secluded within 122 acres of mountains and barren wilderness. Featuring a kitchen and two bedrooms, white walls washed in light from the central skylight and reclaimed barn wood give the interior an airy, bohemian vibe that encourages guests to slow down and recharge. On the exterior, an expansive terrace lets you take in the vast landscapes during an al fresco dinner or gaze at the stars from below a timber pergola.

2020 McLaren GT Coupe

McLaren's fifth new model in its Track25 strategy is the GT, with the promise of being the most comfortable road car the company has produced. As the name implies, the GT is built to be a grand touring car, with plenty of interior room and storage for long trips or getting clubs to the golf course — with a mid-engine layout. Despite its comfort focus, the GT doesn't skimp on McLaren performance. A 4-liter twin-turbo V8 makes 610 horsepower, good for 3.1 second 0-60 sprints and a top speed of 203 MPH. Using the MonoCell II-T monocoque as a base, hydraulic dampers have a Comfort mode and active aerodynamics on the exterior. Despite the emphasis on making yourself at home on long journeys, the GT has plenty of McLaren's track-focused DNA.

Saint Rita Parlor Signature Incense

Made by hand in Los Angeles, these incense pyres enhance any space they're burned with a satisfying aroma. They contain over 18 rare and organic essential oils and give off a scent of whiskey, tobacco, and rose — inspired by Rita herself, who would tend to her rose garden while smoking a cigarette and drinking a whiskey and water. 25 pyres are included, each with a burn time of 20 minutes.