A look at why the iconic Stan mixer design so successful and enduring; the making of a classic chair; the German engineering behind the perfect shave.

A look at how the washing machine change history; the All-Clad copper core sauté pan's recipe for success; how a simple garbage bin hit the big time.

A look at the secret behind the ultimate reclining chair; how Playmobil has produced more than two billion toys; how Le Creuset cast iron cookware has conquered the kitchen.

A look at what makes an Eames low chair so special; the success of Tupperware bowls; how they put the punch in a Peugeot pepper mill.

Found in almost every kitchen cabinet in the United States, the Pyrex measuring jug has been a classic kitchen item for nearly a century. Made of thermal shock resistant glass, it is an essential tool for anyone who cooks.

A look at a vertical vacuum that really gets rid of dirt. Miele's S7 model is equipped with a powerful German six-speed engine and a unique swivel system that makes it ideal for cleaning hard-to-reach areas.