Our Picks from the 2011 red dot awards!
Nearly 4500 entries were submitted for the 2011 red dot judges to review! After a meticulous, hands-on study of each submitted product they finally narrowed…
YD is Your Ticket to the red dot gala!
It’s that time of year again! That’s right, the 2011 red dot design awards gala is just around the corner! Awww, can’t make it? We’ll…
Contrasting Buffet
A combination of new and reclaimed materials, the Coban Buffet is a unique take on the classic buffet with simplistic, natural shapes and an industrial,…
The Solar Sinter
With global concern over energy production and raw material shortages increasing, this project explores desert manufacturing as an alternative way to produce items. Set in…
Cute and Functional Combo Tool
If you have ever hit your thumb trying to hammer a nail, you know the unforgettable, mind-numbing pain that follows. This simple Coral Tools combination…
VW Rescue Rover
Living by the beach I’ve seen a handful of people be rescued by lifeguards, & I always wonder why the lifeguard system doesn’t invest in…
Audi Electric Bike
Designer Arash Karimi’s Audi bike is a near perfect fit for the future urban consumer. As the usability of cars within inner cities diminishes and…
Mesmerizing Table
Inspired by the intrigue of optical art, this pair of bespoke Lexham bedside tables plays with both the user’s understanding and vision, creating the illusion…
Mixx Up Seating
Mixx is a simple and unique chair design by Matthias Demacker, characterized by interchangeable upholstered foam seat and back components that make for quick and…
From Designer’s Excess to DIY Shade
Designers are constantly creating or making improvements on designs in order to help reduce others’ eco-footprints, but what happens when a designer studies their own…
Equestrian Inspired Trike
The Saddle concept vehicle merges futuristic styling, modern power technology, & equestrian influence into a go-anywhere electric three wheeler designed to tackle the roughest terrain….
Under, From Down Under
I love this new collection of lights and hanging racks by designer Kristian Aus for Aussie brand Under! Completely designed and manufactured in Australia, the…
Folding Solar Catamaran
With young students and professionals in mind, the Float compact folding solar catamaran was designed to be an affordable, portable weekend water vessel. The craft…
Medical Emergency Necklace
The Talk mobile communications concept is a response to reduced government spending on healthcare for elderly populations, an epidemic that effects not only millions of…
Multi-functional Camera Mount
Mountkestrel, a Curve Creative brand, is paving the way into a new era for a camera mounts & accessories with their premiere design, the Duopod….
The Training Dresser
Remember when we were just kids and life’s challenges were so incredibly simple? Tying shoes. Adding 10+10. Sigh… if only day to day obstacles were…