I realize this question has nothing to do with function, but personally, I receive some pleasure just from looking at my bins, some more than others. That led me to wonder if there is any consensus of "hall of fame" binoculars from an industrial design standpoint?
My list would start with the old 7x35 Leitz Trinovid, as a graceful a balance of art and function as there ever was.
Of bins produced today I would say the Ultravid BL, I think they only come in 8x42 or 10x42, both look great. Actually the 42 size BR is very well proportioned to.
I also like the 8x32 Swaro EL.
I don't like any of the 42 size Swaro ELs or SLCs, they just seem bulky. Also, for some reason having nothing to do with their excellent optics, or the fact that the polymer construction has been proven to be strong and durable, I just can't get over the plasticy feel of the new Zeiss bins. My mind tells me that they are a superior binocular, but my heart leads me elsewhere.
What are your favorites?
John
"What's your favorite bin to look at?"
It's a very long, cold winter in Montana huh John? 
I think you're on the right page though. The Leitz Trinovid BAs are classic. I would add the 10x40 Zeiss Dialyt (armored) as a runner up maybe.
Of the current designs it has to be the BL Ultravids, and they are beautiful!
I'm a big form follows function kind of guy though and therefore find the charms of many bins.
Well, I often tend to be on my own in having opinions not shared by a whole lot of people on certain issues. But, and I bet, I'm the only one who will post this, I really think the Steiner Peregrine XP is one cool looking binocular. Another one I sort of like the look of is the Nikon E II 8x30. I've never had one, but I like it for its homely countenance. Looks sort of like somebody chopped off the front part. I will add to this the Swift Audubon model 804 8.5x44 porros.
I can sort of grow like the looks of the ugly duckling that can give stunning images.
Now that I think about it a bit, that trio would do for just about any binocular use too.