tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85457535889778819722012-01-20T10:58:16.561+08:00A territory where we talk about design...ivanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05698078163935891366noreply@blogger.comBlogger15731100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8545753588977881972.post-38807194732949306362012-01-19T21:49:00.001+08:002012-01-19T21:49:40.747+08:00

Tó Martins’ rewashlamp is an exercise in reuse. The base of each lamp is made from a washing machine drum and covered with a recycled lampshade material – fabrics, measuring tape, ping pong balls, stainless steel sponges…The lamp base is made from a tripod, allowing the user to adjust the lamp to the desired height.

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Little Red Riding Hood containers by Pistacchi Design take the old story and combine it with matroyshka dolls. via MoCo Loco

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In the fascinating portrait series “Flesh Love” by Japanese artist Photographer Hal, couples were vacuum-packed together and then photographed. The series is available as a book and iPad app.

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The Umbra is an ultra cool clock concept that works on the principles of the sundial. Two strips of concealed LEDs create the illusion of the hour and minute hands. Although a bit bulky, I love the fact that you can tape the clock vertical or horizontal, thanks to the gecko tape in the rear. Designer: Roshan Hakkim

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'orlogin' by ben broyde israeli designer ben broyde has created the clock series entitled 'orlogin'. his project functions as a realized research project regarding the use of two dimensional sketches in design and the way in which an artist relates to this planning medium. due to the layering of the sketch, there is an ease present to the production of a three

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New print release! Our last of the year! Jenny Kim created this beautiful print out of charcoal and abstract coffee-colored washes. Now that New York City finally feels like winter, Coffee Deer feels like the perfect print release, with the barren landscape and the quiet dignity of the deer. I love the contrast between the abstracted ground, and the detail of the deer.

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The HiddenRadio Bluetooth Speaker is pretty sweet – it’s sleek and small, the way I like my speakers. The HiddenRadio & Bluetooth Speaker is based off minimal, timeless design and user intuition. When asleep it hides all its functions, being silent and unanimated. To turn it on you simply twist and lift the cap; the further you lift the cap the more internal volume is

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Look at your keyboard. Now look at the Engrain. See a difference? The Engrain Tactile Keyboard by Michael Roopenian (say his last name repeatedly please) “uses nature’s tactility to strengthen the relationship between user and interface.” His words, not mine but I I agree. It certainly looks “touchy feely.,” just begging for my fingers to glide across its undulating surface. Whoa whoa! This

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I have seen tons of elegant flatware but none of them as ingenious as this! The Magic Spoon is a delightful set of spoons, knives and forks that have built-in clasps at the end. Yes, exactly the hairpin kind! You can cleverly cling it to your plate while clearing out the dishes, seal pouches or simply be this show-off with cool cutlery! Magic Spoon is a 2010 Kitchen Tools Winner! Designer:

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In this case it’s a plug; The PumPing Tap is a spring-loaded socket that ejects a plug when the appliance is switched off. What this means is that residual power is being conserved and wastage of electricity, curbed. So when you finish using an appliance or device and turn its power off, but haven’t unplugged the device, a ring of light appears on the socket. Ten minutes later, the socket

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What will happen if we shift the mouth of the bottle from the top to a 45-degree angle? You may not be able to fill it to the brim, and drinking from it may be a bit weird, but filling the bottle from a water cooler or fountain will surely become easy. This simple placement difference can do a heck lot for the packaging design and I think it’s radical and awesome. Designers: Hsu Hsiang-Min

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Unfortunately, the Surface to Air exhibition by Thomas Doyle at LeBasse Projects has already come down, but the work is pretty awesome, so I thought it was worth featuring it here anyway. Thomas Doyle creates miniature models that explore the intersection between destruction and domestic life. To give you a sense of the scale of the models, each figure measures only a

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the 2013 models of the ford mustang feature a galloping horse projection among a range of new technology and sport features, the 2013 ford mustang models feature an innovative add-on: a small lamp, embedded under the side mirror, projects the iconic image of the mustang's galloping horse onto the ground below. the projection occurs whenever the vehicle is unlocked. engineers

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'the paint evolution' by culdesac for valentine valencia-based designers culdesac have created 'the paint evolution' for the paint company valentine. their collaborative project celebrates the ever changing nature of artistic tools and implements within the valentine brand. brushes and rollers in this creative collection feature an interactive, form-as-function approach to the construction

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the 'macro cell lens band' by photojojo a work of intelligently designed low-fi tech, the 'macro cell lens band' by photojojo mounts a convex lens onto an elastic band, to convert any mobile phone camera into a macro lens. the stretchable band expands to a diameter of up to 16-inches, capable of sliding onto smartphones and small tablets instantly. it need only be fit directly in front

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'polichinelle desk' by yoann jestin and benoît pernet french designers yoann jestin and benoît pernet with furniture company arféo have developed 'polichinelle desk'. the plywood work surface is fashioned with the multipurpose quality necessary to home office furniture design in mind. around the edge of the office piece, two thin steel satellite pieces a lectern and a lamp may be

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'surveillance chandelier' by humans since 1982 100cm x 90 cm x 75 cm all images by tim meier stockholm-based designers humans since 1982 have created 'surveillance chandelier'. the light fixture, formed from powder coated aluminum surveillance cameras, hangs from the ceiling with 5 to 6 cameras illuminating the room. the lighting object comes in an edition of ten pieces, each hand-made by

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'glass chapel' by atelier FCJZ, nanjing, china all images courtesy atelier FCJZ beijing-based architect yung ho chang of atelier FCJZ has designed the 'glass chapel', a church for nuptial rituals overlooking foshou lake in nanjing within the jiangsu province of china. with a backdrop of mountains and lush vegetation, the light and transparent arching form recedes into the site's encompassing

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'yaya' lamp by mauro soddu images © raffaele vargiu italian architect mauro soddu has created a lamp linked to the traditional memory of the old matriarch figure typical to sardinia, italy. the close relationship between the sardinian woman and the weaving process influenced his choice of wool as the principal material. the aim of the designer is to evoke the role of the grandmother which

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A deserving winner of the 2011 red dot design concept award, the X Plus table was conceived as a functional sculpture for contemporary living spaces. To achieve the shape, three triangular areas are cut from a single sheet of stainless steel, the sheet is bent into form and the two end points are welded together. The result is a modular object composed of two X shapes that works

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New print release! This one is for all of the animal lovers out there. Gemma Correll is well-known for her sweet and humorous illustrations of life and animals. I guess the idea behind Have You Hugged Your Cat Today? is fairly self-explanatory. I don’t have a cat myself – I have a pug, which is kind of like a cat except that he’s actually a dog – but I find that a hug

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I saw a window ad for the PUMAGILITY sneakers yesterday while walking around. I can’t tell if they are actually comfortable or not, but the diamond shaped wrap of the midsole looks pretty interesting. They are supposed to expand laterally on impact in order to provide a more stable base for your foot when you plant it.

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Empty Memory is an elegant jewelry collection that works as USB memory sticks! Delightful designs crafted by Yoo-Kyung Shin & Hanhsi Chen, each stick is a response to their questions, “what will happen if the technology becomes invisible.” The collection comes with two different designs – Structure and Transparency, both indicating that you can fill ‘em up with your own memories! Structure

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The only thing keypads are used for these days are quick calculations, so you'd expect this Keypad watch to double as a tiny calculator. But it doesn't. While the buttons work, all it does is tell time and look awesomely retro. The $90 watch lacks a display, but telling time isn't as obfuscated as with other design-minded timepieces.

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Sam Weller, from The Royal College of Art, got an idea: create a device that would allow every object around us to become an instrument, amplifying their natural resonance. He worked with Yamaha and got these beautiful results. [Thanks Alejandra!] Public Resonance from sam weller on Vimeo.

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How I love the adorable Microphone Speaker! It’s a delightful gadget for folks who care for whimsical and iconic designs. Looking just like one of those retro microphones from the 80’s they team up well with any MP3 player. I’ve put it on my wishlist to Santa, how about you? Silver and Gold Microphone Speaker, both sell for $24 each. Available: At Yanko Design Store [ Buy it Here ]

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The Desert Storm lamp’s use of sand as the main material provides an organic feel in both appearance and touch. The shape of these sand-molded lamp shades brings to mind primitive dessert dome dwellings and the fixture’s overall figure resembles plants that blossom near the Mediterranean seashore. Though they look fragile, the shades’s strength partners with that of the fixture’s metal

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After self-producing two pneumatic extruders to push soft clay through die, designer Max Cheprack put them to use, gently manipulating the material with great precision and complexity. This Clay Stool design is just one result of the process and represents not only a culturally historic material of the designer’s homeland, but also new possibilities in ceramic design and production.

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Ooh, I dig this Memento Mori Watch by Fiona Kruger. The level of detail is just gorgeous. Memento Mori reinterprets the theme of mortality in horlogery, drawing inspiration from the 17th century skull watch of Mary Queen of Scotts, Mexican Dia de Los Muertos decoration and beautifully decorated skeleton movements found in today’s luxury watches. The pieces of the

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New print release! I’ve been a longtime Skinny laMinx fan – what’s not to love about graphic illustrations and bold colors? So, I’m thrilled to bring you this week’s print release by Heather Moore – Seeking, a screenprint that began as an illustration cut from paper. Seeking makes me feel like I’m getting a peak into a jungle somewhere – lush vines and plants, and

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The Lili Lite by Thijs Smeets is a cool devise – a combination reading lamp, bookshelf, and bookmark. A sensor turns off the light when an open book is placed on the shelf. When the book is picked up again, the light automatically turns on.

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We've heard of personal publishing, but this is ridiculous. Little Printer ($TBA) is a tiny, friendly-looking thermal printer that connects to the cloud to bring you customized news updates from sources like the Guardian, Foursquare, Google, and Nike+, plus puzzles, weather updates, and other useful info, printed on a receipt-sized publication that prints on-demand when you press the

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Okay, so it's not really real yet, but they plan on building it, which is close enough for us. The People People Speaker ($TBA) is designed to free interior designers from the tyranny of home audio lovers — or vice versa — by building powerful speakers into a clear box that's large enough to produce great sound but allows its surroundings to shine through. Other features include a

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If you're anything like us, you'll be doing as much of your holiday shopping as possible online — and that means lots and lots of boxes. To get all of those open with minimal effort and permanent scarring, we suggest the Slice Box Cutter ($20). A 2011 red dot Design Award Winner, the Slice sports a hand-sharpened, retractable, adjustable-length ceramic blade with a rounded tip

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I’m loving this bronze cutlery by designer Maximilian Löw. The set combines elegant, soft curves similar to that of classic cutlery with sharp, rigorous edges that give it modern, masculine appeal. For each piece, a 3D model was created so that different variations could be built using CNC technology. After the ergonomic & aesthetic requirements were achieved, preperations for the bronze

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From 2×4 wall studs to plastic light switches, common American construction tends to use predictable, albeit utilitarian materials, methods, and dimensions. Peter Bristol’s American Standards Lamp is a clever nod to this archetype that derives its character directly from this set of rules but also stands alone as a modern icon that is both familiar and intuitive to the user… that is, if you

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This is cute – Dirty Bandit’s 2010 Calendar of Silly Holidays, featuring illustrations of the most absurd, non-denominational holidays they could find, including No Pants Day and Take Your Houseplants for a Walk Day.

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Talk about being resourceful! Crafted from bamboo, this pencil comes with a small recycled sachet designed to receive its shavings, after it has been sharpened. When the sachet is sealed, it becomes a heat pad thanks to the composting process of the bamboo. Professor Hirakazu Seki of Kanazawa University has shown that bamboo shavings generate temperatures of up to 50°C (JP) during

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“RPM 1200″ | click images to enlarge | courtesy Hyogo Museum of Art Chu Enoki is an eccentric Japanese artist who has been practicing since the mid-1960s. He is known for going to Hungary with a “hangari” haircut, walking the streets of Ginza shirtless, with the Expo ’70 logo sunburned onto his bare chest, erecting a pop-up bar and serving drinks to customers while dressed as a transvestite,

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This week we’re be bringing you some of our favorite picks from DesignTide Tokyo, which is running from October 29 – November 3, 2011. Click here for all our stories on the exhibition. images courtesy excite.ism | click to enlarge I love these bookmarks that wrap over the binding and then drape across the book. It’s the undertaking of Cement Produce Design, a brand that produces and curates a

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photos by Takumi Ota | click to enlarge The Hirosaki knives have been forged by blacksmiths in Hirosaki City for over 1000 years. Kenji Ashizawa‘s handmade paulownia wood knife box is designed to preserve the beauty of the knives by protecting the steel from moisture and maintain their edge. Hirosaki city, located in Aomori Prefecture, is famous for apples in Japan, and so the knife box also

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To be more fair, the Smart Umbrella should really be named the Genius Umbrella. Setting their sights on umbrellas when they’re not in use (which – let’s be honest – is most of the time) minna, the design studio of designer duo Satoshi Hasegawa and Mayuko Tsunoda, have worked wonders on an age-old design. By essentially making 2 small modifications, the typical umbrella has become infinitely 

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How adorable are these whale fin lounge chairs by Naoya Misawa? Simply titled “Fin,” last month the chair received 2nd place in the 2011 Erik Jørgensen Design Awards. As an animal motif lover these tickle my heart! Check out our other stories on the furniture and product designer. source: Naoya Misawa’s blog

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I don’t do gift guides anymore but if I did, these would certainly be on the list! Takashi Tomii is an artisan based in Kyoto and creates stunning wooden tableware out of solid pieces of wood that he hand-picks. I love how the hand of the artist is so apparent in the etchings and carvings of each of his pieces. You can buy some of his tableware through Mjolk, who just happens to be the first

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photo by Tomohiko Okutsu | click to enlarge It doesn’t get much sweeter than this! Japanese designer Dan Tomimatsu has designed a brand new line of jewelry inspired by rock sugar. Much in the same way that the designer recalls those sweet childhood memories of cradling a crystal between your teeth, the rings are intended to invoke fond memories, whether it’s your mother giving you a crystal

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I love what BOFFO is doing with their collaborations between fashion designers and architects. Their latest installation is a temporary shop for jewelry designer Irene Neuwirth, designed by Marc Fornes/THEVERYMANY. The result is an amazing environment and landscape of jewelry terrariums that showcases Irene’s raw jewelry line beautifully. Check out the shop while you

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Dylan Kendall’s Efeet Collection is pretty sweet – bowls, vases, sugar bowls, all with feet. It reminds me of Jorine Oosterhoff’s Tea Time tableware – I don’t know what it is about adding a pair of feet to a bowl or a vase, but it definitely makes for some happy tableware. Even better, $1 of every item sold goes to support Hollywood Arts.

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DiceForChange is a boxed set of three dice designed to help kids playfully engage the world in a positive way. The WellnessDice encourages you to take better care of yourself, the KindnessDice to be more kind, and the EcoDice to take care of the world.

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New print release! Chevron Repeat is a beautiful exercise in pattern and technique by Sasha Prood. In Sasha’s words: Chevron Repeat is a piece from a larger ‘watercolor meets pattern’ study. In this study I was exploring the juxtaposition of order – the geometric shape in repeat and disorder – the imperfect quality of watercolor. What I enjoy most about painting with

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We just came back from alligator country and I saw the USN Catcherman on the Spyderco site and had to post it because it reminded me of the gator shapes. The ‘toxic green’ color on the handle with the black blade is a great combination.

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Ha. This is a fun glow in the dark print by Jason Dean/The Best Part – Day and Night features a quaint city scene during the day, and the dark side (zombies! criminals! crime fighters!) of the city by night. This hand-pulled 18″ x 24″ 9-color (including two different layers of phosphorescent inks) screen print is printed on 100 lb. white stock, signed and numbered in an

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If your name is Mr. Freeze, you could probably use a set for your ice lair. If it’s not, you better have some serious coin in your pocket if you want a set of the HK GLA-55 speakers.

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I love the simplicity and execution of this Chinese packaging design created for A wisp of Tea, Shantou. The main characteristics of the brown tea packaging are the small burn holes which cover various functions at the same time: they indicate the special process used to dry the tea, enable for ventilation and enhances the brown eco-friendly packaging paper with decorative pictograms.

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This project, titled The Last Minute, was inspired by rituals and traditions honoring death from various cultures. The objects are symbolic as well as functional, representing modern interpretations where ritual and tradition meet. The series deals with the concept of memory and transience in the form of urns and other objects used in this sacred rite of passage. Sea Urn was inspired by the

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MyLamp combines Scandinavian design simplicity with Japanese folding functionality into a beautifully basic yet eye-catching desk lamp that’s a piece of cake to assemble. Made from recycled cardboard and capable of being cut in near waste-less batches, MyLamp is a great solution for efficient production and transportation that also includes the user as part of the process. It doesn’t look

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I like the simplicity of this industrial-style bottle opener by Adam Hogsett. Each opener is manually machined from cold formed steel and hand stamped with the production number.

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One of the reasons why I adore Li Jianye’s works is his simplistic approach to design. Be it the original Flexibin or the iShelf; both exude charm, wit and thoughtful detailing. This time around he has a functional toy for us, The Telescup, a set of drinking glasses that coordinate to become an impromptu telescope. Now isn’t this what we call clever! Designer: Li Jianye

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No, your eyes aren’t seeing things! Just look a little closer and you’ll notice that the lamps of the Minimo series aren’t actually defying gravity; instead, each shade is supported by an acrylic base that faintly mimics the silhouette of familiar classic forms. Clear bases and interchangeable shades mean endless customization to fit both classic and contemporary settings. Designer:

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It seems like those words just don’t belong together. When can anything that holds trash be elegant? Well, when Li Jianye designs one it can. Let me introduce you to my new friend Flexibin. This little Flexibin was designed for someone like me, who has a pile of plastic grocery store bags piled up in a box in the Laundry room. Now, those pesky little plastic bags can be put to good use with

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An amazing set of tin cars with Uglydolls drivers/pilots. They look more like flying cars than driving cars, which makes them 100x cooler

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Kontextür made a cool cover for your tissue box – I dig! Clean and cute – I would love one of these. The Kontextür Tissue Box Cover is an understated yet potent antidote to the potpourri of ubiquitous kitsch and oft-smudged metallic ones dominating the category. This thoughtful new design redirects the tissue box from its typical role, hidden away from view, and

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In NYC, looking into your neighbors house or office windows is just a part of life. Anne-Laure Maison’s collages of these windows into a series of imaginary collages. via Notcot

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New print release! Reading Under Tree by Penelope Dullaghan is perfect for these crisp fall days – changing leaf colors, scarves and gloves, favorite books, hanging out outside while it’s still warm enough to. There’s nothing better than sitting under a tree in the park and letting the sun warm your back while watching the world move around you, or while reading a book

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'house NA' by sou fujimoto architects, tokyo, japan image courtesy of sou fujimoto architects tokyo-based practice sou fujimoto architects has completed 'house NA', a single family dwelling within a residential district in tokyo, japan. similar in form to a stacked pile of boxes the internal areas generated by the exterior appearance are set at different elevations. the small rooms

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'aeroshot' aerosol caffeine inhaler invented by harvard university professor david edwards of artscience labs and in production via the lab store (creators of le whif breathable chocolates and vitamins), 'aeroshot pure energy' is an aerosol-based, calorie-free caffeine inhaler. each 'aeroshot' contains 100 mg of caffeine, the same amount that is in a large cup of

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'ring' by arnaud lapierre in collaboration with AUDI photo by ALDS and eric mercier image © arnaud lapierre french designer arnaud lapierre has created 'ring', a series of mirrored cubes placed in a circular pattern in collaboration with AUDI. the vast amount of reflections and angles warps the perspective of the surrounding area. the optical effect creates a surreal environment in

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'the volcanic casing'  by jeremy murier and daniel martinez of nuclistudio 'the volcanic casing', by parisian designers jeremy murier and daniel martinez of nuclistudio, is a durable, fully recyclable, cord-free heating system. the object can transport and maintain heat from a fire without being aflame. the user should remove the oak sheath, place the lava wand in a fire and leave in the

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the elastic bands of 'lastika' are durable and flexible image © kassel & wassel london-based, bulgarian-born home wear designer velichko velikov created 'lastika' in the italian lagostudio workshop. the circular shape of the steel tubular frame, in combination with the 40 vibrant elastic bands that comprise the seat of the chair, has a flower-like resemblance. the color scheme of the

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This thoughtful design  is the result of an observation into human routine and our unique desire to organize objects. Certain objects like the dustpan, broom and waste-bin often get thrown in odd places or awkward corners, giving them a “homeless” feel or appearance. This combo solution focuses on the relationship of these 3 items, combining them into one codependent unit that looks as good

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Dent Cube is a 3D porcelain stoneware cladding that can be used to create interior and exterior walls with a unique indented pattern that offers endless possibilities for customization. Pictured here is a version with glass inserts that bring shades of yellow, pink, red, blue and green together in a eye-catching patchwork of color. What’s more is that the innovative ceramic tile can absorb

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The Lace Vase by Milk Design Limited provides a super easy way of turning plastic bottles, glass jars, or any other unused container into a simple and elegant vase. The stretchable sleeve is made of silicon rubber and can fit snugly around containers of many different sizes. Designer: Milk Design Limited

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I love the simple TwoFaced Window, a window that allows you to conveniently clean both the sides of the pane and nurture plants according to the elements. The window pivots and does a full 360-degree rotation. Well the cleaning aspect is one part of the design, however the thoughtful incorporation of a flowerbed and its maintenance, scores it many brownie points! Designers: Junkyung Kim &

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Gotta love Iva Dinulovic’s bare-bones design: the Antithesis lamp. With all elements exposed, the aim of this design was to achieve equilibrium within a moving structure- to do this, the unique floor lamp uses a counterweight to balance between different positions. The light can change tilting positions up to 45 degrees, can be rotated 360 degrees, and also stand in a completely upright

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The idea behind the Brothers in Arms espresso set was to express a sense of unity between objects within in the series. Using embedded magnets as connectors, each set of cup, saucer, and spoon becomes a conjoined false single piece. A clever design sure to catch the curiosity of each new user. Designer: André Gouveia & Gonçalo Pimenta

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The adorable Alianoid is a humidifier guised as an alien robot that keeps venting steam in anger! With stubby legs and rotund demeanor, this babe from space is bound to captivate your attention. Simple controls in the form of a dial indicate the water levels and input. Please Lee, put me up in your list as prospective buyers, I so want this! Size: H510xW330xD330 Color: Black / Gray Material:

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Designer Tamer Nakışçı’s Intersection is an exploration of the connections between different times, techniques, dimensions and people; and how they actually come together. The installation combines simple lighting techniques with the complexity of water and is constructed using 1.6km of elastic. It will leave you wondering whether you’re looking at a digital projection or a tangible,

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Around, the latest addition to the Muuto furniture collection, is a minimal yet durable (and of course round!) coffee table series that is sure to be a timeless piece in any contemporary setting. In two sizes and a multitude of finishes, they work great as a single piece or in groups of two, three or more. Materials: oak, ash, coloured ash Colors: oak, ash, black, grey, red, yellow Dimensions

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A tripod coat stand designed by Bureau De Bank. http://www.bureaudebank.nl

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A sketchbook designed by Foolscap... Check out their other cool stuff here

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The new London Aquatics Centre by Zaha Hadid was recently completed and looks amazing. The facility will host the swimming, diving, synchronized swimming and water polo events for the London 2012 summer olympics. It’s a pretty incredible looking building. You can see more pictures over at Designboom.

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There are vibrators out there, hidden in the back of closets and then there is The Duet. In an age where it is acceptable to be expressive about your sexual preferences, many women still find the need to conceal something as basic as this. While it’s hard to explain the reason behind the thinking, it’s easier to empower them with a device that is discreet, elegant, sensual and the ultimate

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I thought that the D-Torso booth was pretty fun. It featured life size animals, and a moving robot. A version of the giraffe is currently on display in a zoo in Japan. Other life size animals include an elephant, cow, horse, dolphin and a tortoise.

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Molo launched the Hobo Lantern this year - a bag/light or "portable luminary inspired by urban nightlife". The bag can be plugged in, or can be powered with batteries. It is lit with an energy-efficient LED light source that glows through a delicate pattern of translucent fibers. Photos courtesy of molodesign.com.

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Literature Bookends from Kollaborate Design, made out of die cut sheet metal. Its fold increases strength and durability. A nice addition to your bookshelves! This bookends is made out of 1mm thick steel. Other than its decorative purposes, this bookends is design to withstand weight of more book than conventional bookends. Its fold increases its strength and durability. Enjoy! 

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Pattern Matters Amazing papercraft/pieces by Pattern Matters.

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Dance Party is an awesome print by Heisuke Kitazawa, an illustrator that I have long since admired, ever since spotting his wallet series for Poketo. Dance Party is about how we coexist with others. It expresses how Heisuke feels about communication: Animals or humans it's all the same. It's all about sincerity - how we treat others and not about knowing the language or

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A beautiful house half-submerged in a sand dune with a wood-sided upper level that floats above an open ground floor. Nice work by JVA and Mole Architects. via designboom

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El Poaig has some beautifully packaged olive oil. The bottle designs for their El Mil del Poaig and El Verd del Poaig oils were created by the Spanish studio Culdesac. El Mil del Poaig features an artisanal wooden crate and a white porcelain bottle, while El Verd del Poaig is packaged in layers of cardboard. El Mil del Poaig comes from 437 millenarian olive trees

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The Rocker Bench Mustafa is the result of a new collaboration between Helmut Morrison, Klaus Fuchsenberger, and Loitfelder/Weitkamp that breathes new life into these long-lost original Munich U-Bahn metro benches. The limited edition of benches has been refitted with a modest but solid engineered wood rocking frame that gears all attention toward the original bench, reminding of its

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Growing up I could be occupied for hours playing with my little trucks and cars, one of my favorites being my cement-mixer truck. This minimal twist on the toy truck isn’t really anything like my cement-mixer, but it is made from cement! Designer Nimrod Or’s goal was to incorporate the familiar material into the design as a reminder of its importance in his native Israel. The pigmented

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As we begin to see more products focus on renewable energy and sustainable design it becomes apparent that we can also expect to see a cultivation of this newfound awareness in children starting at a very young age. The Calidu rocking horse is one design that aims to reinforce this idea by producing just enough power to light it’s OLED lights simply by rocking or collecting sunlight. The

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If you’ve seen the 1953 French film “Le Ballon Rouge” then you know where the Balloon Bench was inspired from. Although it appears as if the bench is floating, the illusion is created by the balloons actually being anchored to the ceiling. The balloons even act as lamps. Want one? Check Gallery SOMEWHERE in Tokyo. W2300×H2350×D500 (SH450) Photo by Ikunori Yamamoto Designer: h220430

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The Pinha Lamp by Shay Alkalay and Yael Mer is a nice idea for a flexible lamp – the shade is made up of a piece of cork that allows you to customize the lampshade with your own textile or piece of printed paper. Lovely and customizable! The lamp is a finalist in the Bright Ideas Lighting Competition sponsored by Inhabitat and Philips. The Bright Ideas competition challenged designers

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DV01 is a bicycle concept for people who want a bike to be a convenient means of transportation and a product with high aesthetic value. For many people a bicycle is a place to express personal style. It’s also a product that consists of many different components and parts, which all affect the overall impression. The focus of the project has been about finding a balance between those

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These Sectional Globes by Geografia are pretty cool - there are three versions: 3-D, Night Glow and Blank (a globe you can leave alone or color in yourself!). I would like the Night Glow, please! Via Design Crush.

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This looks like a promising show: 'To Become Myself', by Nate Frizzell at LeBasse Projects. 'To Become Myself' will feature a series of beautifully drawn charcoals on paper – the first time the artist has shown work in this form. By moving away from the canvas and oil painting he has become known for, Frizzell reinvents himself to examine where his artistic and

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Beautiful long perspectives with planes of color that are brought to life by the shadows of the overhangs at the Josephine Baker School Group by Domenique Coulon & Associates. via Designboom

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The Lékué ice cube tray creates perfect cubes of ice every time. Inspired by an industrial moulding technique, the cubes are formed at an angle to avoid the need to taper any of the faces. And here I thought ice cube trays couldn’t really evolve to improve any further. These remind me of the cubes used in TRON Legacy. Ice is so beautiful when cut to strict proportionate geometry. Materials

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This curvaceous design known as The BCN stool is a collaboration between emerging design team Harry&Camila and established Italian design house Kristalia. The ultra contemporary ergonomic seat, molded from specially designed plastic meant to withstand wear, tear, solvents and heat, is met with natural wooden legs and supporting braces. A nice contrast of modern and traditional that is as

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I love this modern take on a traditional form. The curvaceous Duga chair is reminiscent of the classic contours of steam molded Viennese bentwood furniture. It’s familiar shape also takes inspiration from the distinctive tubular curves and wonderful craftsmanship of vintage bicycles, making for a graceful and overall elegant design with a modern touch. Designer: Oleksandr Shestakovych

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