10.20.11
Troy Turner

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Product Design
Recreation

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Stealthy Kayak

Stealthy Kayak

Freestyle kayaking is a relatively young offshoot of the canoe sport, where athletes perform maneuvers similar to those of skaters, snowboarders or surfers. This freestyle kayak design by David Laudert aims to improve upon the ergonomics, appearance, and overall user connection to the kayak. The athlete “fuses” with the hull and is fully supported within the interior without the use of straps that normally hold an athlete in place, relieving the fear of getting stuck under the boat in the event that it turns over and simultaneously enhancing the adrenaline-pumping experience.

0 Designer: David Laudert

10.20.11
Troy Turner

Categories:
Appliances
Kitchen
Product Design

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The Future Fridge

The Future Fridge

The goal of the In My Fridge project is to simplify the process of food management by focusing on the technical & communicative aspects of the refrigerator. Using new RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) technology, the fridge is equipped with readers that collect data about quality, quantity, expiration date, & even recipes & presents it on a unique touch-screen interactive display. The user experience is quite uncommon & even has a 3D feature that allows the user to see the contents of the fridge without opening the door!

0 Designers: Various

10.20.11
Troy Turner

Categories:
Architecture

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Interactive Pavilion

Interactive Pavilion

Michael Jantzen’s Web-Shaped Pavilion is a conceptual design proposal for a large, solar-powered, interactive, public gathering place. The 130 foot tall structure is clad with motored, hinged panels that can be manipulated over the internet by people from around the world. Visitors can climb to any of the 7 levels via the central spiral staircase to get a first-hand glimpse of the pavilion’s transformation. 

0 Designer: Michael Jantzen

10.19.11
Radhika Seth

Categories:
Product Design

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My Coffee Wall

My Coffee Wall

We love our coffee so much that we are doing two posts on it today! Plus I am totally intrigued by the Black Luk, a wall mounted coffee machine that dispenses a cuppa java at a time. It is quite a radical form and I have never seen anything quite like it. Sadly the specs are unavailable and not much info is forthcoming. All I can say that anything that dispenses coffee is already on my favorite list.

0 Designer: Song Ah Lee

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10.19.11
Radhika Seth

Categories:
Kitchen
Product Design

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Better Water Management

Better Water Management

In simple terms the Water Elevator is a bottle or water canister redesign. One that sports a flexible body, much like an accordion. Due to its flexible form, pouring out water is much easier, plus it has the added benefit of an integrated measuring system. So if your cooking requires 2 cups or precisely 4 oz water, you can pour out just that amount without any hassle. My only concern will be of cleaning the system….

0 Designer: Gyei Yong Lee

10.19.11
Troy Turner

Categories:
Automotive
Product Design

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EGG-citing Citroen Concept!

EGG-citing Citroen Concept!

The Citroen EGGO concept by Damnjan Mitic is a breath of fresh air in a world full of hot-rod speedster concepts. The electric coupe is powered by 4 motors built in to each wheel that can be supplemented with power from a solar panel roof. The egg shaped provides a compact, strong structure & glass, scissor-style doors ensure total visibility of the area around the vehicle. ATV-like suspension makes for a comfy, adjustable, & weather-ready driving experience. Perfect for the hot soccer mom of the future!

0 Designer: Damnjan Mitic

10.19.11
Troy Turner

Categories:
Installations
Outdoor

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Inspiring Installation

Inspiring Installation

A winner at the 2011 Shitsurai Art International Competition, Crater Lake is an environmental installation that serves as a meeting place to visit with friends, contemplate the surroundings, or simply sit for a moment. The design was inspired by the social revitalization of the city of Kobe, Japan after the Great Hanshin-Awaji earthquake of 1995.

0 Designer: 24° Studio

10.19.11
Troy Turner

Categories:
Appliances
Kitchen
Product Design

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Fun Twist on the Espresso Maker

Fun Twist on the Espresso Maker

Functionality meets funky in this stylish and contemporary take on the espresso machine. The ANIMO OptiBean features a combination of stainless steel and subtle color details that give it a touch of whimsy, while color-adjustable LED lights can be set to the user’s preference. Aside from looking cool, the OptiBean also brings high quality parts like a Swiss made grinder and Italian espresso system together to ensure a long life of use.

0 Designer: Mathis Heller & Thamar Verhaar

10.18.11
Long Tran

Categories:
Lighting
Product Design

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Bop Bag Lamp

Bop Bag Lamp

I’m sure you remember Roly-Poly toys or “Bop Bags” as they’re known in the States. They came in many forms and shapes but all had a weighted curved based that always returned the object to an upright position. Take the same idea and make a lamp out of it, and you get the Roly-Poly lamp. The shape is somewhat reminiscent of a matryoshka doll but less “self-centered” if you get my drift. Love the idea since it’s pretty much kid and dog proof. No more shattered lamps.

0 Designer: Estiva Design Studio

10.18.11
Long Tran

Categories:
Dining
Product Design
Tableware

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Chopstick Gardens

Chopstick Gardens

The “To Be Nature Wood Chopstick” has a convoluted name but presents an interesting contribution to the “grow from waste” ethos that’s so popular these days. It starts life in your hands just like an ordinary set of chopsticks except it’s tipped with a starch cap hiding a seed. When you’re done with it, stick the starch end down into the ground and watch as new life climbs up your sweet and sour chicken coated chopstick.

0 Designer: Gyeongwan Koo (Oliver)

10.18.11
Radhika Seth

Categories:
Office
Product Design

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Sharp Twist that Ive will Love

Sharp Twist that Ive will Love

A pencil sharpener cannot get more basic than this! Twist is a stainless steel sheet, bent with one sharp side, mimicking a pencil shaving. Simple, functional and fantastic! In short, Steve Jobs approved!

0 Designers: Tianyu Wu, Yinbin Shuai, Mingya Wei & Zhengyu Lin

10.18.11
Radhika Seth

Categories:
Desktops
Product Design
Technology

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The Easy Mouse

The Easy Mouse

Adapta is an ergonomically designed mouse, based on the feedback obtained from orthopedic doctors and user research. This grip-shaped joystick-esque design promises to ease the stress on your wrists and forearm caused due to prolong use. I spend a good amount of time on the computer and use a Magic Mouse, the only stress I feel is the urge to crack my knuckles every now and then. Eventually the only way to beat any kind of medical complications arising from computer usage, is to moderate our time and do regular exercises.

0 Designer: Ryo Yoshimi

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10.18.11
Troy Turner

Categories:
Gadgets
Product Design

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Love at First Write

Love at First Write

The day is coming when people are judged for their choice of stylus as much as they are for their favorite pen. The Architect Stylus is sort of like the Mont Blanc of the stylus world, only it doesn’t have the price tag and… your grandfather probably isn’t interested in owning one. The dual purpose cap protects the silicon tip and can also be tethered to a lanyard so the user can take it anywhere. An anodized, aircraft grade aluminum surface has a smooth, matte finish that gives it an appealing, tactile feel. Get yours here!

0 Designer: Pedro Gomes

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