In an incredible shopping extravaganza, an 11-year-old son of Azerbaijan’s President bought nine waterfront mansions in Dubai – worth almost $44 million. The total price tag is roughly 10,000 years’ worth of salary for the average citizen of Azerbaijan.

Palm Jumeirah

The waterfront properties on the exclusive Palm Jumeirah development have been registered with Dubai’s Land Department under the name of Heydar Aliyev, the schoolboy son of President Aliyev. Besides his son, the Presidents daughters Leyla and Arzu, also appeared as the owners of Dubai properties, bringing the total value of the children’s alleged property portfolio to $75 million.

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Mappin and Webb, an extremely rare 1918 Sterling silver table cigar lighter realistically modelled in the form of a No. 5 Mills grenade, complete with detachable ring, folding clip etc, with rubbed engraving reading “To Brig. Gen Sir C. W. King, KCMG, MVO, from old members of this staff, R. N. M. and A. E. T., 1918″. Signed and hallmarked Mappin and Webb, Birmingham 1918.

Mappin and Webb - an Extremely Rare 1918 Sterling Silver Table Cigar Lighter

Said to be in excellent condition, this unique lighter measure 4in and is currently available from Pullman Gallery in London for £9,500 ($14,500).

Luxury bathroom design company THG has raised the curtain on its Palatial luxury baths collection, the headlines of its Marquis collection. The grand collection features exquisite bathtubs that have been inspired by Bernardaud’s iconic china pattern, reminiscent of French-chateau style.

THG Palatial - Luxury Baths

Its dramatic black exterior is adorned with ornate bay leaf garland and gold embellishments, all painstakingly applied by hand to ensure lasting quality and durability. THG is renowned for its elegant craftsmanship, which is detailed in our partnerships with reputable brands including Lalique and distinguished designers such as Pierre-Yves Rochon and Jamie Drake, says Scott Triethart, national sales manager, THG USA.

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For the bikers who are in search for help in spicing up the speed of their bikes, check out the Factor 001 Road Bike. The Formula 1 engineers from BERU f1systems have created perhaps not only the best bicycle on the planet but possibly the most exclusive one as well.

Factor 001 Road Bike from BERU f1systems

The bike will spot the fiber monocoque frame which has sophisticated load sensors, wiring, batteries, control cables and lines for its hydraulic braking system. Its unique twin-vein architecture can be adjusted to within a millimeter to suit the rider’s measurements and typical riding position. The bike also features a twin-vein architecture Shimano Di2 electronic gearshift and optional carbon ceramic disc brakes.

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Using a Porsche 911 as his muse, Singapore-based design student Rohan Verma created this concept Porsche Chair based on the side profile of the 911’s window frame.

Porsche Chair - Concept Seat for Every Car Enthusiast

The sleek chair is the designers proposed design for Porsche Design. While borrowing queues from the side profile of the 911’s window frame, the contemporary chair looks more like an exotic piece of art. The Porsche Chair would best fit a very modern interior and would make an excellent gift for a Porsche enthusiast.

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F1 Lounge Chair designed by Alexander Christoff

Designed by Alexander Christoff, this beautiful F1 Lounge Chair was inspired by the legendary Ferrari Formula 1 race car. Featuring the fiberglass body adorned with ergonomic forms to offer utmost comforts to the users, the revolutionary lounge chair stands tall on its chromed steel legs, while an upholstered adjustable headrest keeps your head steady in a comfortable position to move you straight into the dream world.

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A trained industrial designer and formerly of Fabrica Benetton’s communication research centre, Spanish artist and designer Jamie Hayon’s eclectic projects include toys, furniture and interior designs and installation. His operates with ceramic, metal, plastic or paint. His works are exhibited at London’s Aram and David Gill galleries.

Swarovski Sparkle Shady by Jaime Hayon

Jamie weaves a dazzling interplay of art and design by covering light shades in a textile and Swarovski crystal ’skin’.

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