Sunday, May 31, 2009
Selective Insulation
“Selective Insulation” is a project by the architects Davidson Rafailidis. They developed this small study as a room in a room, which is in a big difficult to heat, old school building. The shape is defined by a few parameters: the daylight conditions, 2 people need a minimum of 4m² desk-related office space and they wanted to have desk, a window and a way to enter/exit. The whole framework is quite simple and wrapped with an insulating layer of double-ply bubblewrap.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
USB Flash Drive Ninja Death Star
Our good friends over at Solidalliance are proud to announce their latest USB wonder, the Ninja 2G, a 2GB USB key designed in the shape of a shuriken… Sold at a Japanese retail price of 10,500 Yen, it's also available on GeekStuff4U.com
No, No, No: Japanese Killer Construction Bot
Wow, they're not even trying to make them look cute anymore. The Japanese born ROBOTOPS is a construction robot whose name is spelled in all caps because IT MEANS BUSINESS. The killing business.
The four-legged, two-armed robot is actually a kind of automated mobile crane with 29 functioning joints for picking off humans, and of course the occasional piece of construction material.
Using a high quality three-chip CCD camera, the robot can be operated remotely for particularly dangerous jobs.
And no, I didn't alter that quote at all. Finally, people are starting to get the picture. It's comforting to know I'm not the only one that sees a problem here. Seriously, Japan -- you know I love you (manga, sushi, worn panty vending machines), but this shit has got to stop. Because if not, well, Godzilla. Just sayin', we share a special bond (read: intercourse).
A House Named Calcium (2004)
“Ca Calcium,” an unusual and intriguing name for a house, is another architecture designed by Shotaro Suga.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
The “Twelve Blocks Watch” From SeaHope
The latest wristwatch by Sea Hope continues the company’s EleeNo Graphic series. Featuring three white blocks set and control the watch, while nine colored blocks display the time on an LCD screen, this timepiece is casual yet sophisticated. Button controls are as such: a.) activate time setting b.) increase time c.) decrease time, & this bad boy will set you back $165…
Im sorry TK you dont win against Yeezys
you cant even compare the two shoes.
the supras are fresh, but not cool.
THE END.
Playa la Isla house / Juan Carlos Doblado
The house is located on the seafront, overlooking the islands of Asia (Peru). The project aims to demonstrate the connection between an abstract architecture and its surroundings, establishing a relationship between man and nature, between the desert and the sea. The desert generates the need to create a private area in the vastness of its territory; the ocean invites to open their horizons.
Bape Neon Camo Hemp Accessories Collection
Bape presents their new Neon Camo Hemp Accessories Collection. The collection consists of a backpack, a messenger bag and two sizes of tote bags. All bags feature a beige upper with a brown camo pattern and black accents. The messenger bag also features a reflective stripe. Look out for a release soon!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Wacom’s nextbeat DJ console
Wacom known for their award-winning graphics tablets and interactive displays for designers and photographers, has announced the nextbeat system, which is aimed at DJ’s. Wacom’s nextbeat is a fully integrated professional DJ system, incorporating intuitive touch sensor controls and innovative live performance functions.
The nextbeat is a wireless portable control unit that enables performers to move free from the main device, resulting in more dynamic and energetic live performances inside booths promise Wacom.
DOPE!!! Wood Music Speaker Dock for iPod
The wood music, ecofriendly iPod dock made from salvaged materials. It is a loud speaker from presumably salvaged timber, designed with a dock, holes on the log to produce sound and buttons for the speaker's function. Designed by Straight Line Designs. The unique wood music design for those music lovers who have the desire to help save the environment.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Salt & Pepper Concealment
Discovered of this packaging minimalist with two piles alkaline as salt box and a pepper plantation. Conceived by Antrepo Design Industry, a studio coming from Turkey, they are available in red and turquoise, or black and white.
Married To The MOB Summer 2009 Collection
The girls from Married To The MOB present their new Summer 2009 Collection. The line continues to expand and get bigger, and is close to becoming a full collection. Their t-shirts still stick out the most, and their slogans are still among the best in the womens market. The lookbook was shot this season by David “Shadi” Perez and came out really nice, just like we are used to see from the brand.
Broken Arm Chair
The Broken Arm Chair by George Dubinsky is definitely one of the funniest design objects I’ve seen in a while.
Cloud by An Te Liu
Cloud is an installation by An Te Liu, he presented it at the 2008 Venice Biennial of Architecture. It’s made of 120 air purifiers, ionizers, sterilizers, washers, humidifiers, ozone air cleaners. They were all running constantly.
13,500 Pages Of Data Etched On A 3" Disk
The Rosetta Disk is a 3" nickel disk that has been etched with over 13,500 pages of information on how to read and understand the world's languages in case aliens get tired of sticking things up our butts and want to get their learn on. It represents over 1,500 languages and requires a 500x microscope to read a single page. You hear that, aliens -- don't forget your microscopes (read: leave the probes at home).
Ford 021c, ten Years ago Concept Car
The Ford's 021c Concept Car was unveiled ten years ago! When the car was unveiled, consumers weren't ready for this concept, it was almost universally despised. But back to now, I'm sure you will like it. It's built from carbon fibre, it has some interesting features like the rear doors are hinged at the back that four wide opening doors for easy entrance and egress. The trunk functioned as a pull out drawer instead of a lift up lid.
Nike SB Dunk Keychains
It’s a little weird if you get one of these and don’t have the actual sneaker to back it up but as keychains go, they are way better than your average. Designed by Dope Factory, there’s a mini version of the “Bearbrick” Dunk, Danny Supa Dunk, “Hawaii” Dunk, “Tiffany” Dunk, “Heineken” Dunk, Stussy Dunk, “Supreme” Dunk, Zoo York Dunk, and the “Paris” Dunk. You can get one free if you order over 100 euros worth of stuff, nice eh? Check them all out after the jump.
Shipley & Halmos Raincoat
We keep on almost tiring of the double breasted look on coats - but luckily, they keep on making good ones. Not to harp on at ASOS again, but why isn’t Shipley & Halmos in their designer section? If D&G can get into the designer section, then so should Shipley & Halmos. ASOS’s poor decision making aside, this is a great coat for the summer. Obviously the yellow isn’t for everyone, but you can pull it off you’ll be the biggest boss we’ve seen thus far.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Charlie Le Mindu
French Born, Hair director and owner of his Trendy pop up salon in East London, Charlie Le Mindu is an Hair Master, surfing on the same trend as Martin Margiela with his Hair Dress, Le Mindu have a hairy imagination, he works from his studio come Salon based in Shoreditch, East London, and is also acting as Hair Director at Super Super Magazine. He has recently designed a new jewelery range alongside up-and-coming womenswear designer Gemma Slack, working with hair and leather. Looks like the ‘Hair Trend’ is going strong in Europe and we will definetely keep an eye on Charlie’s work…
The New iPhone Nano (via T3)
With Apple ready to stage its annual Worldwide Developers’ Conference (WWDC) on the 8th of June to the 12th, gadget fans across the world have been speculating for months about what to expect. Will we see a new iPhone - Nano?
Well T3 thinks so, they came up with this renders of what they think the iPhone - Nano could look like.
Gundam Construction Starts On 59-Foot Statue
In 1979, director Yoshiyuki Tomino (由悠季 富野) and production company SUNRISE captured the imagination of countless fans around with the introduction of Amuro Ray and his mechanized Mobile Suit Gundam. Unlike most of its predecessors, it wasn’t just another anime about a boy and his giant robot. Amuro Ray brought realism to the animated series with his adolescent angst, the guilt of taking lives, and teenage crush, amidst a galactic war between Zeon Empire and Earth Federation.
This year, SUNRISE and BANDAI NAMCO will curate a summer-long festival for the Mobile Suit Gundam franchise’s 30th anniversary, which include a life-size mock-up of Gundam. Measuring at 59-foot in height, the giant figurine will feature active light signals and limited animatronic functions. The statue is now a work in progress at Shiokaze Park (潮風公園) in Odaiba (台場), Tokyo, with the unveiling date set on July 11th. It will also usher in a special Gundam Big Expo starting on August 21st.
Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics / Morphosis Architects
Since the construction of the Palomar Observatory in 1948, the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has continuously pioneered new ways of observing and explaining the heavens. Caltech scientists and engineers have deployed ever-changing telescopes on satellites, rockets, and balloons, and with these have made fundamental discoveries leading to new theoretical models. Paramount discoveries that have come out of Caltech include the cosmological nature of distant quasars, gamma-ray bursts, and brown dwarfs. In 2007 alone, Caltech astronomers found the largest object orbiting the sun since the discovery of Pluto in 1930, as well as the most distant galaxy in the universe. Yet, over the decades, the various specialists dispersed across the Caltech campus. The Cahill Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics brings together a dozen different groups with vastly different cultures, focuses, and scopes into a single structure designed to facilitate collaboration and spontaneous discourse.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Cool Vending Machines
japanese vending machines
smart car
while it may look like this vending machine is selling smart cars, it actually dispenses brochures about
the car. the machine was the idea of a smart car dealer in shibuya, japan. the machine gives customers the
option of a coupe or cabrio smart car and states the car’s actual value, but it doesn’t accept money.
perhaps in the future these machines will actually sell cars, but for know it remains a marketing concept.
fresh pizza
this vending machine is a pizzeria in a box. ‘the wonder pizza’ cooks 9 inch pizzas in a mere 2 minutes
each. users can select their desired crispness and pick from 3 different flavours. the machine isn’t as simple
as you might think. it is reported to have taken over 5 years to develop at a cost of over 6 million USD.
each machine can hold around 100 pizza and uses real ovens not microwaves to cook the pizza.
lobster and eggs
freshness is key for vending machines selling food goods. however these machines take this a little too far, offering live lobsters and fresh eggs respectively. both spotted in japan, these machines are not something you will find in your office break room. the lobster machine is also an arcade game because it requires users to pick their lobster up using a joystick-controlled claw.
Feelin these slippers......
'where the green grass grows', early student project by hyock kwon
seoul born, london based designer hyock kwon has exhibited during new york design week 09
in the british sector in the ICFF show floor.
Cool Design for Tea Bags
What you drink is their bathing water. At first, they guys all sitting in the public bathtub, and what you need to do is inviting one into a private bathtub – your cup.
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