Most Buzzed Designs of September 2012

I completely resonate with Edward Tufte’s philosophy that ‘good design is a lot like clear thinking made visual.’ A lot of times what we can’t express in words, because we lack linguistic skills or have communication barriers. At times like this, a simple illustration of our intent is sufficient to express our thoughts, as long as we are crystal clear about them. Here is a look at ten outstanding designs from September that were apparent with their ‘clear thinking made visual’ intent.

10) Light Bird – Solar Lamp by Jang Eun Hyuk

9) PUSHit Toilet Seat Design by Hoe Yeong Jung

8 ) Philou le Caribou – Lighting Decor by Maxime Dubreucq, Vincent Claudepierre, & Benoit Louzaouen

7) The Swing Table by Duffy London

6) Sony Xperia X Concept Phone by Abel Verdezoto

5) Lékué Citrus Spray by Alberto Arza and Joan Rojeski

4) Take Frame Camera by Eunae Ko

3) Cannondale CERV Bike by Priority Designs

2) Kanavos Smartphone Concept by Alexandros Stasinopoulos

1) Slide Chopping Knife by Andreas Kalt

Radhika Seth

Radhika Seth is a design and technology writer with over 18 years of experience covering products, innovation, and the ideas shaping design. She serves on the jury of international design competitions, including the iF Design Award, and hosts Yanko Design’s Design Mindset podcast. A former Ogilvy advertising professional, she has also taught Communication and Design Journalism, bringing together her experience across design, storytelling, brands, and media.

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