Get a Vague Idea of How Fat You Are
“Vage”, a concept scale from German designer Patrick Decker, seeks to assuage our overly critical perceptions of weight. Rather than display actual mass in pounds or kilograms,…
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Coverflow goes Manual
Without getting into an audiophiles debate over music formats, it’s fair to say that for many of us, our music collection still exists in a…
A Playful Meeting Between Wall and Floor
Those are the words of ADDI products, Kalmar, Sweden based design group who takes the wild step, not just forward, but to the side as…
Three Garbages in One Garbage
Presenting… the Tri3. It will solve all your problems. It can do everything. The Tri3 is a garbage… that can open in three ways –…
A New Use For That Old Fishing Line
If you have an anxiety about chaotic arrays of tangled knots, then this hanging light from Francois Azambourg isn’t for you. If however, you enjoy…
Hon, Make Me A Card Please!
Oh you lazy slob! You can expect that comment, coming your way this Valentines’! Christmas you scraped through…thank god for that designer cashmere you got…
Tip Light Not for Use with Kitties
When you receive your very own tip light, don’t forget the following rules: 1. You may not have any small children in the house if…
The Cash Register You Knew was Coming
Intelligent Cash Registers. Duh. They remember who you are, they know your “interests.” They know you! Intel is going to unveil this prototype “register” at…
The Finest Books Read While Seated
Certainly not an early runner for this years Most Complicated Design Award, Studio KG brings us what’s called the “Read-In-Peace.” A deadly title, yes? This…
Be Online Together Outside, Kids!
Are your children addicted to online video games? Don’t worry! They soon will be. Designer Tamer Nakisci’s “Smartground” is a playground connected to the internet….
Blow Up Balloons To Clear Up Stank Odors
Fresh Blow is a product designed to replace boring mundane air fresheners with something fun and energetic! You blow up a balloon thru an aromatic…
Lost Flight Caught in Light
Yanko has no small coverage of lighting solutions, tricks, and just plain fun ideas. This one’s a work of art. Rendered to perfection and produced…