What an extinguisher should be…
We generally imagine fire extinguishers as large, bulky, single-use items kept behind safety glass. Though they’re built for emergency situations, they’re ironically not something you’re…
An Architectural Makeover Down Under
This winning bid for the redevelopment of Melbourne’s historic Flinders Street Station transforms the landmark into a modern 21st century transport hub while retaining its…
Wood and Light Origami
Inspired by paper origami, the Folded lighting series by Ariel Zuckerman folds, stretches, and twists wooden veneer sheets to create impossible-looking three dimensional shapes. The…
Functional Sculpture of Caffeinated Bliss!
No matter what time of year, there’s only one way I like my coffee… ICE COLD! But making a good iced coffee yourself is difficult…
When something smells funny…
One way we naturally determine the quality of our food is to give it a quick smell. But even our noses get it wrong sometimes!…
Machines of Adventure
Helicopter cameras, bus-size megarovers, imperceptible stealth planes, a motorcycle more similar to a 1950s F1 car… they’re all wild concepts from the imagination of Michal…
BMW Motorrad Gets Mean
Designer Frédéric Le Sciellour’s concept for a mid-weight, full-fairing BMW supersport is a step in the right direction for the brand who’s current models are…
Handle in Harmony
The latest from Viefe, the Lau handle focuses on lightness and convenience, providing the leverage users need with its angled grip. The edges of the…
Multisensory Toys for Autism
Understanding and acceptance of autism is a growing movement, and with that includes design that aims to aid the development of social skills. This simple…
This robot sucks!
Literally! ERO is an award-winner concrete deconstruction robot designed to disassemble concrete structures while preserving the material for reuse in new prefab buildings. It uses…
2-Wheels, No Tip!
Gyrobike is a twist on the electric scooter that utilizes mechanical energy storage and gyroscope technology that allows the rider to navigate in an entirely…
Hide your ugly AC unit!
Designers Daniel LiCalzi & Paul Genberg got sick of looking at all of the ugly air conditioners sticking out of people’s windows in the summer,…