Jun 23

Design school director criticises Dezeen over AI artwork competition

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Dominique Sciamma CY Ecole de Design

The director of CY École de Design in France has criticised Dezeen over our reader competition to design artwork for a new editorial series using generative AI.

Dominique Sciamma said the initiative risked “people thinking that anyone able to type some prompts could take the place of skilled professionals”.

Dezeen recently ran a competition calling for readers to create the visual branding for our new AItopia series with text-to-image artificial-intelligence (AI) tools such as DALL-E 2 and Midjourney.

Design-school director “puzzled” by contest

The Dezeen team had shared information about the competition with several design schools asking them to encourage students to enter. But Sciamma refused, citing concerns about the message that doing so would send to students.

“Thank you for this proposal, but let me share with you a critical point of view,” he wrote in an email.

“I am quite puzzled to see Dezeen, a magazine with a due strong reputation, trying to push non-professional designers to produce illustration through AI tools,” Sciamma continued.

“Not that your magazine should not address what could be seen both as an opportunity and a threat, and make it a strategic topic, but it seems to me that we should not let people think that anyone able to type some prompts could take the place of skilled professionals such as designers or… journalists.”

“For that reason, and since we are a design school and that we train our students to use their head as well as their hand to produce illustration, I will not share with them this proposition.”

In the interest of transparency and inviting debate, Dezeen asked Sciamma for permission to quote his email.

Contest won by Selina Yau

The emergence over the past year of AI tools capable of producing striking and convincing images in seconds from short text prompts has sparked a major discussion about their potential impact on creative industries.

Controversially, images created using these programs have already won major art and photography competitions.

Dezeen’s free-to-enter competition was explicitly open to everyone, from professional graphic designers to casual AI enthusiasts.

The winner of the competition was announced yesterday by AI designer Tilly Talbot. British architect and designer Selina Yau took the £1,000 prize for her haunting depiction of the future.

AItopia will run for several weeks on Dezeen, exploring what the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) will mean for the future of design, architecture and humanity.

Based in Saint-germain-en-Laye in northern France, CY École de Design is part of the engineering school at CY Cergy Paris University.

The portrait is courtesy of Dominique Sciamma.

AItopia
Illustration by Selina Yau

AItopia

This article is part of Dezeen’s AItopia series, which explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on design, architecture and humanity, both now and in the future.

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Jun 23

Hotsat-1 satellite launched to identify energy inefficient buildings

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Photo of HOTSAT-1 satellite launching

British technology company SatVu has launched a satellite into orbit that will map the energy efficiency of buildings from space, with the goal of identifying structures for retrofitting.

Named Hotsat-1 and dubbed a “thermometer in the sky” by SatVu, the satellite launched earlier this month with a SpaceX rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.

It is equipped with thermal imaging technology that can capture the heat radiating from structures and send the data back to Earth in near real time.

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The Hotsat-1 satellite carries advanced thermal imaging technology

Compared with previous thermography from orbit, which is typically low-resolution, SatVu’s imaging is high enough in resolution to provide specific temperature data for any structure on the planet. Its mid-wave infrared imager has a resolution of 3.5 metres per pixel.

SatVu expects to use the Hotsat-1 to assess heat loss in buildings, measure energy effiency and spot faults in solar farms.

It will sell its data commercially to governments and organisations for the purpose of strategic planning, saying it will help them to meet their goals for net zero carbon emissions.

The data can be used to, for assistance, identify buildings for retrofitting or counteract the effects of urban heat islands by planting trees.

“Hotsat-1 represents a paradigm shift in commercial thermal imaging technology,” said SatVu co-founder and CEO Anthony Baker.

“By harnessing the unique power of infrared technology, SatVu provides an innovative, practical solution that will revolutionise global analysis, enabling governments and commercial organisations to detect changes and anomalies across buildings and essential infrastructure, and take proactive steps to mitigate environmental impact.”

Thermal image showing heat loss from buildings from an aerial position
The satellite can map heat loss from buildings

SatVu expects to receive the first images from Hotsat-1 in July and to start commercial operations in October. The satellite is just the first of eight it plans to launch into orbit to carry out these operations.

In addition to measuring energy effiency, the satellite has the potential to provide insights into industrial activity, because the changing heat signature of a factory over time can give clues as to its output.

Hotsat-1 was designed and manufactured in partnership with another British company, Surrey Satellite Technologies, and partly funded by the UK Space Agency.

According to the World Green Building Council, buildings are currently responsible for 39 per cent of global energy-related carbon emissions, 28 per cent from operational emissions such as heating and cooling and the remaining 11 per cent from materials and construction.

Residential retrofitting is a hot topic in the UK, which has the oldest and most poorly insulated housing stock in Europe.

Effectively retrofitting UK housing will require a compromise between performance and heritage, a number of architects have recently told Dezeen.

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Jun 23

Lionel Jadot assembles 52 designers to create custom interior for Mix Brussels hotel

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Mix Brussels hotel bar

An iconic 1960s office block in Brussels has become a hotel, featuring an interior designed by architect Lionel Jadot using only custom-made furniture and objects.

Set to open today, Mix Brussels takes over the listed former headquarters of La Royale Belge, the insurance company now known as AXA.

Mix hotel fireplace
Lionel Jadot designed a sculptural fireplace for the lobby of Mix Brussels

The conversion of the 25,000-square-metre building was overseen by a team of architects made up of London-based Caruso St John, Antwerp-based Bovenbouw Architectuur and Brussels studios DDS+ and MA2.

Brussels-based Jadot assembled a team of 52 designers and makers (including himself) to kit out the interior with furniture, installations and sculptures that were all designed specifically.

Mix Brussels hotel room
The hotel has 180 rooms, all filled with custom-made objects

Almost everything, from the chairs to the doorknobs, is the work of an independent artist or designer.

“We wanted to create something different so that when you enter, nothing is normal,” Jadot told Dezeen.

“Nothing is from a catalogue, nothing is seen on Instagram,” he said. “Everything is custom-made in Belgium specifically for this project, by a big family of designers working together.”

Mix Brussels hotel in former La Royale Belge headquarters
The hotel is located in the listed former headquarters of La Royale Belge

The four-star hotel includes 180 rooms and suites, three restaurants, a food market, a co-working space, an auditorium and a health club.

To win such a large commission, Jadot enlisted all of the designers from Zaventem Ateliers, a creative hub he founded in 2018 in a former paper factory on the outskirts of the city.

hotel lobby featuring reception desk by Maison Jonckers and lamp by Lionel Jadot
The hotel features a brass reception desk created by Maison Armand Jonckers

Zaventem Ateliers brings together 25 creatives in a collaborative environment that supports the creation of limited-edition and collectable art and design.

When a design competition for the project was announced, Jadot convinced them that the hotel could become a celebration of the city’s craft culture.

Mix Brussels hotel
Arthur Vandergucht’s aluminium RB Tables furnish the hotel lobby

“This building is really iconic for Brussels and I have been in love with it since the age of 10,” he said.

“Every Friday, my mum would drive us past it on the way to my grandmother’s house. I thought there was something about it that was really special,” he recalled.

“I told the team that we needed to be the ones to do this project,” Jadot added.

As well as the existing members of Zaventem Ateliers, he also enlisted 27 other creatives to collaborate with them on the fit-out.

Concrete diagrid ceiling
The hotel includes a health club

The overriding concept, Jadot explained, was to create interiors that complemented the sculptural qualities of the building’s distinctive concrete-framed interior.

“The idea was always to have a horizontality in the creation,” he said. “It was not for me to tell them how to work; the point was for them to feel free to pitch something.”

Mix Brussels hotel bedroom window
Bedrooms feature curtains by KRJST Studio and tables by Pierre-Emmanuel Vandeputte

The contributing designers from Zaventem Ateliers include Maison Armand Jonckers, which produced the engraved brass reception desk, and Arno Declercq, who built a monumental blackened-wood sculpture.

Artist Thomas Serruys created wooden stools that can be found throughout, while designer Adeline Halot produced lampshades for the hotel lobby and sculptural mirrors for the bedrooms.

Mix Brussels hotel bedroom
Other additions include mirrors by Jonas Moënne and nightlights by Studio Elementaires

Among the lighting designs, eco-materials specialist Roxane Lahidji produced pendant lamps from salt, while Studio Elementaires created stylish nightlights.

Textile works include printed curtains and weavings by KRJST Studio, who teamed up with designer Emma Cognée, and tapestries by La Gadoue Atelier.

Jadot’s own contributions include a fireplace installation and various chairs, while other notable additions include a papier-mâché artwork by Papier Boulette, tables by designer Pierre Coddens and foam seats by artist duo Touche-Touche.

Mix Brussels hotel lamp by Roxane Lahidji
Roxane Lahidji produced pendant lamps from salt

The opening of MIX Brussels aims to help cement the city’s reputation as a hotspot for collectable art and design.

As well as hosting annual fair Collectible, the city recently saw design gallery Maniera and contemporary art gallery Xavier Hufkens both expand their presences.

Lionel Jadot teamed up with Woit Foundry to create the custom knobs in the bathrooms
Lionel Jadot and Woit Foundry created the custom knobs in the bathrooms

Jadot hopes the project will defy expectations of hospitality design, showing that it is possible for this industry to support local creative talent on a large scale.

“A lot of hotels opening today just order poor quality furniture from other countries, then after a few years, everything is destroyed,” he said. “It’s not a good way to do it.”

Key to the alternative approach, Jadot said, was that the investors trusted him to project-manage the process.

Mix Brussels meeting room
A papier-mâché artwork by Papier Boulette features in a meeting room

He is proud that, unlike most new hotels, the completed interior is difficult to put a date on. He sees this as a sign that it will last a long time.

“You don’t know really if this project was born today or yesterday,” he said.

“We have created this combination, even though we totally avoided vintage. We only have collectable contemporary design, but it’s a really special mix.”

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Jun 23

Let your creativity soar by beating the heat with this game-changing wearable air conditioner

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While summer might be fun for vacations, beaches, and parties, the sweltering heat isn’t good for our bodies and even our minds. Sweating profusely is uncomfortable and a bit unsettling, while unbearably high temperatures may make our brains want to take a vacation themselves. Extreme heat affects our ability to think clearly, and, as a result, our creativity often takes a nosedive as well. This is especially true this summer with its record-breaking temperatures, making the need to keep our cool even more urgent and critical. We have all tried various methods to cool down, but these solutions are either ineffective or unavailable in all places. After all, you can’t strap an air conditioning unit to your body and have it cool you down whenever you feel like it. Actually, you can do that with this unique and innovative wearable air conditioner that you can comfortably put around your neck to help you cool down in almost an instant, wherever and wherever you need to.

Designer: TORRAS Design

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You’ve probably seen some people desperately try to apply technology to keep their bodies cool with miniature electric fans that just spin the hot air around you faster. Not only are these awkward and inconvenient solutions, but they’re also actually ineffective for the very purpose they were designed. It takes more ingenuity and creativity to develop an actually usable solution, and that’s the killer combo that the TORRAS Coolify 3 brings to the table. Building upon the success of its predecessors, this next-gen neck air conditioner steps up the game with a larger cooling area, increased wind speeds, and, more importantly, additional airflow channels to reach the most important parts of the body that needs to be cooled down to help you feel more refreshed even under the summer heat.

Research has shown that some parts of our bodies are extremely sensitive to temperature changes, which means that these are regions that you need to cool down or warm up in order to start feeling more comfortable. The neck is perhaps the best-known area, but the back is also an important part because it produces a lot of sweat, making it sensitive to those temperature changes. That’s why the Coolify 3 adds three more airflow channels as well as two rear outlets so that all the cool air goodness goes not only to the front but also to the back, reaching where no other personal cooling solution has reached before.

That’s not the only upgrade that the Coolify 3 brings to your life. Improved high-efficiency semiconductors and four high-speed fans allow the wearable air conditioner to deliver an enhanced cooling effect that reaches an area of 14,388 mm², a 79% increase from the previous generation and setting new industry standards. A larger 6,000mAh battery means you get to use the wearable device much longer, and an 18W fast-charging technology takes you from zero to 80% in just an hour. This innovative cooling solution isn’t made just for performance, either. It was designed with ergonomics and comfort in mind, such as in how it directs airflow away from the wearer’s ears and how it fits any neck size or shape with its flexible wide angles.

Extreme Sports – Less than 500 grams. Ultra lightweight companion to cool your adventure.

Working in High Temp – Say bye to hot flashes and heavy sweats when working outside in the heat.

Daily Running – Exceptional maneuverability and maximum stability on all occasions from jogging to heavy workouts.

Whether you regularly work outdoors or often find yourself struggling to maintain your focus in hot weather, you no longer have to waste time, money, and energy on ineffective cooling solutions that are more trouble than they’re worth. For just $299, the TORRAS Coolify 3 will get your body to the perfect temperature, regardless of the season or weather, leaving you free to do what you do best and become your most creative self, even under the sweltering heat of the summer sun.

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Jun 23

Enhance your tasks with this spinning screwdriver that utilizes centrifugal force for added convenience and enjoyment

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Don’t let the act of screwing leave you feeling frustrated or overwhelmed—this exceptional screwdriver kit ensures that you’ll have a smooth and satisfying experience, providing a welcomed sense of comfort for your fingers.

Screws serve as a ubiquitous method to secure objects together, yet they often earn a reputation for being a posterior nuisance, as if an expletive was invented solely for the act of screwing. Disregard the vast array of screw types available today and the frustratingly frequent occurrence of lacking the appropriate screwdriver when it is most needed. Screwdriving can become an arduous task, taxing both your fingers and wrists. However, there is an alternative. The Spinner Drive showcases the art of accomplishing more with less, leveraging the power of physics, all while maintaining a stylish and sophisticated appearance.

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All-in-one screwdriver kits have become incredibly common nowadays. Some feature individual screwdrivers tailored for specific types of screws, while others offer interchangeable bits to accommodate various needs. At our shop, we proudly offer the Spinner Drive Tough Edition Plus, a remarkable kit equipped with 20 of these versatile bits, ensuring compatibility with every imaginable screw type. Each bit is exceptionally durable, constructed from Stainless Steel and fortified with a Titanium Nitride coating, providing enhanced strength and longevity for any screwing task at hand.

Precision Drivers. Buttery Smooth Rotation.

The screwdriver itself embodies the essence of minimalist, industrial art. The precisely crafted grooves, achieved through CNC machining, not only offer an improved grip for your fingers but also serve the practical purpose of preventing the tool from rolling off your workbench. These intricate details alone are bound to captivate enthusiasts of minimalist tools, yet the Spinner Drive has even more to offer, setting it apart as truly exceptional.

Standard. The Good Old Fashioned Way.

Concealed discreetly at the upper section of the screwdriver lies a hidden gem—a ball bearing that bestows a remarkably smooth twisting sensation, akin to gliding through butter. Positioned atop the screwdriver is a purposefully designed dimple, allowing you to effortlessly hold it in an ergonomic manner for precise fine-tuning. With a swift twist of the Spinner Drive, loose screws can be effortlessly tightened without placing undue strain on your fingers. It’s the epitome of both comfort and functionality.

T-Handle. Maximizing the Torque.

For occasions that demand broader and more expansive movements, the inclusion of the Spinner Wheel becomes invaluable. By inserting the Spinner Wheel, the handle’s diameter effectively increases, enabling greater torque to be generated with each rotation. Notably, the Spinner Wheel’s spinning speed escalates in tandem with the velocity at which you turn it. With the added benefit of the grooves adorning the Spinner Wheel, it effortlessly surpasses the comfort and grip offered by a conventional T-Handle screwdriver. Its performance is unparalleled, particularly when considering the superior level of grip it provides.

The Spinner Drive anticipates scenarios where finger strength may not suffice, ensuring you’re well-equipped for any situation. Thanks to the ingenious implementation of magnets, attaching and detaching bits becomes effortless. Moreover, the removable hexagon bit holder integrated into the barrel enables seamless compatibility with an electric screwdriver. Whether you prefer the manual dexterity of finger power or the convenience of an electric tool, the Spinner Drive caters to all your screwing requirements. Say goodbye to the frustration of struggling with screws—this exceptional tool ensures you’ll never have to utter another curse word again.

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Jun 23

Top 10 camping gear every outdoor enthusiast needs this summer

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After a tiring week at work, with the weekend joyfully looming ahead of me, I often find myself fantasizing about a short sweet getaway! Just a few days away from my hectic life, and this hectic world, in a bubble of my own, where all my worries are nowhere to be seen. And with the summer season setting in, I’m definitely in the mood to soak up some sun; and, camping could be a great outdoor activity. Although camping does have a few downsides too – I mean, you have to get down and dirty, live life on the road, and tackle the moodiness of the elements. In such a scenario, having a set of trustworthy and handy camping products can make a world of difference! Having the right products by your side can make your life much easier during those crucial moments. From a portable power station to a flashlight duo with multiple modes– we’ve curated some fun and functional camping designs for you. Enjoy!

1. FireBase

FireBase is a foldable firepit that consists of five metal parts that can be slotted into each other like puzzle pieces, so that you don’t need to spend much time fussing or focusing on the equipment, but can rather concentrate on the fire and the food. You can slot in the optional trivets, and you have a stand for putting pots and pans on top too.

Why is it noteworthy?

The metal bonfire stand embraces a minimalist design where every part and cutout serves a purpose. In addition to the slots for inserting metal pieces like trivets and side plates, there are also holes in the middle that facilitate airflow.

What we like

  • Minimal and clean form
  • Easy to disassemble the contraption for more convenient cleaning and carrying

What we dislike

  • The basic structure of the firepit allows for minimal cooking, and not additional cooking techniques.

2. The LIPOWER Mars-2000

The LIPOWER Mars-2000 is a beer-cooler-sized power station that provides you with 2000W of power no matter where you are or you go! Irrespective if you’re camping outdoors, spending a chill evening on the beach, taking a road trip, or attending a casual photoshoot, the LIPOWER Mars-2000 is an excellent portable power source that’s been amped with EV-grade LFP batteries for sustained power.

Why is it noteworthy?

The 1460Wh power station weighs 35.5 lbs (16.1 kilograms) and comes with built-in handles that let you load it on the back of a car and carry it pretty much anywhere you want. The LIPOWER Mars-2000 offers 10 different ports to charge/power a whole slew of devices, including 3 110V AC ports, 3 12V DC ports (including one car outlet), 3 USB-A ports (including one USB3.0 port for fast charging), and one USB-C port that outputs 60W, making it perfect for phones, tablets, and even laptops.

What we like

  • There’s also an input for plugging solar panels into the LIPOWER Mars-2000, charging it via solar energy up to 80% in 5 hours, according to its makers, LIPOWER

What we dislike

  • It is a bit bulky to be carrying around in the outdoors

3. HOTO Flashlight DUO

HOTO Flashlight DUO is a versatile flashlight designed to be used conveniently in camping scenarios. Yuxin incorporated and integrated various modes and inclusions to expand the innovative flashlight’s usability.

Why is it noteworthy?

There’s a retractable magnetic hook, strap, and magnetic base to make sure you are covered for any kind of usability. This gives the user freedom to go hands-free and focus on the task at hand. You can either stick it to a hanging space or magnetically hook on onto any metal object.

What we like

  • The simple interface honed by a knob and button makes possible 13 different light combinations

What we dislike

  • A bit on the pricey side

4. Rux

Rux is a simple, yet modular and flexible gear container. It is super durable and allows you to hold all your stuff, and it is soft-sided so you can fold and pack it up when you’re not using it!

Why is it noteworthy?

It has several components that you can easily put together and comes with additional accessories that you can add to it to organize all your gear. It can be a good companion for fishing trips, camping adventures, cross-country road trips, and various events where you need gearboxes.

What we like

  • It has a lid with easy-access folds and is made from compressed Eva foam
  • It comes with removable side handle straps and nylon webbing straps

What we dislike

  • It does seem a bit big to be carrying around everywhere

5. The Tekto F2 Bravo

The Tekto F2 Bravo features a sharp design amped with a seamless, luxurious, and functional experience that makes it stand out against the sea of tools in your toolkit.

Why is it noteworthy?

The knife’s blade is made using 2 materials, Forged Carbon and G10, and uses ceramic ball bearings to ensure that the blade-flipping motion remains smooth after repeated use.

What we like

  • The drop point, made of strong D2 steel, cuts through a variety of materials easily
  • Weighing just 68g, it easily fits into any bag or pocket, allowing you to literally carry this EDC on an everyday basis

What we dislike

  • The blade comes with one variant – the Titanium-Coated D2 Steel and offers no alternative for anyone wanting any other option

6. SpherEscape

The SpherEscape is a unique and innovative spherical tent that will instantly capture your attention and is designed to be a true testament to the convergence of design and functionality.

Why is it noteworthy?

Crafted with advanced materials and state-of-the-art technologies, SpherEscape ensures unwavering protection against the harshest weather conditions. This means you are guaranteed comfort and safety in any situation – whether you’re an avid traveler, a passionate camper, or someone in search of a fancy romantic getaway.

What we like

  • Allows you to bask in the beauty of nature

What we dislike

  • There is no explanation on how to elevate the tent when needed, so it’s unclear on whether it is a difficult/time consuming process.

7. The Microtech Exocet Dagger

With a tiny 1.94-inch blade, the Microtech Exocet Dagger is actually legal to carry in most states, making it the perfect EDC to have on you at all times. The dagger features an OTF-style (out-the-front) drop-point blade made from CTS 204P steel that’s perfect for piercing and carving outdoors and doing things like opening boxes indoors.

Why is it noteworthy?

The blade retracts into the Exocet’s rather comfortably compact aircraft-grade aluminum handle, which also has a pocket clip on one side that doubles up as a money clip, letting you carry your cards and cash with you. I imagine taking out your money for a mugger would be a pretty interesting event, given that your de facto wallet also doubles as a blade!

What we like

  • It’s also the relatively wide pocket clip on its side, which Microtech designed to also double as a money clip, giving you a safe and secure place to store your Benjamins

What we dislike

  • We wish it had at least one additional function to make a multitool EDC

8. Tentsla

The Tentsla is not just a funny pun, it is a tent that perfectly fits into the boot of your Tesla, and opens up into a full-fledged tent that can be utilized alongside the Tesla’s Camp Mode.

Why is it noteworthy?

Designed to turn your EV into the ultimate camping experience, the Tentsla comes with all the bells and whistles, including a multi-use weather-resistant canopy, mosquito netting, and a pump to help you set up your Tentsla in minutes. Once you’re ready to make your way home, the Tentsla folds right up into a bundle small enough to fit in your EV’s frunk or boot, keeping you ever-ready for any impromptu tailgating session!

What we like

  • Boasts a multi-canopy design that lets you block out the sun from pretty much any angle to keep your tent cool during the day
  • Tentsla is designed to withstand up to 6000mm of water pressure, keeping the tent’s interiors waterproof even in inclement weather

What we dislike

  • Only restricted to the Tesla Model Y

9. The Titanium Multi-Function Pry Bar

Built from Gr5 Titanium, the Titanium Multi-Function Pry Bar is a pocket-friendly tool that is designed to be lightweight, versatile, durable, and also meant to last forever!

Why is it noteworthy?

It sports 10 different tools that cover every scenario from fixing your bicycle to escaping your car, and from cracking open a bottle of beer to writing a letter… all of which encapsulate that ‘forever’ aspect, including the last bit, thanks to the fact that the Titanium Multi-Function Pry Bar comes with its own Forever Pen – a special metallic writing instrument that can write forever, without using ink or graphite.

What we like

  • The Titanium Multi-Function Pry Bar has the unique distinction of having tools that can be used indoors and outdoors and in casual settings or emergencies

What we dislike

  • The Pry Bar and Tritium capsules are shipped differently

10. The Garmin Foretrex 801

The Garmin Foretrex 801 is an innovative and unique wearable designed to help you explore the great outdoors even better! The wearable is perfect for adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts, as it makes their journey enhanced, elevated, and more precise.

Why is it noteworthy?

The wearable has been equipped with advanced sensors and enables you to navigate with precision. It features an upgraded multi-band GNSS which provides improved position accuracy.

What we like

  • Durable and sturdy design
  • Features a stealth mode that keeps your data and you off-grid

What we dislike

  • The aesthetics don’t match the edgy designs we are accustomed to seeing from the usual Garmin gadgets.

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Jun 23

The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Furniture & Lighting Honorees

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The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Furniture & Lighting category honors furniture and lighting products or systems for private, public, commercial or industrial use. Examples include: home or public furniture and seating, office systems, lighting, workstations, etc.

This year’s Core77 Design Awards Furniture & Lighting team was led by Jaye Buchbinder, Director of Product at Emeco. Joining Buchbinder on the panel was Daniel Stromborg, Product Development Design Director at Gensler and Inigo and Patricio Hernandez-Ysasi, Co-Founders of Casa Ysasi.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees! You can view the honorees in all 25 categories on the Core77 Design Awards website.

Check out all the 2023 Core77 Design Awards honorees by category:

A/V & Photography Equipment | Apps & Platforms | Branding & Identity | Built Environment | Commercial Equipment | Consumer Technology | Design Education Initiative | Design for Social Impact | Emerging Technologies | Furniture & Lighting | Gaming | Health & Wellness | Home & Living | Interaction | Lifestyle Accessories | Packaging | Robotics | Speculative Design | Sports & Outdoors | Strategy & Research | Sustainability | Tools | Toys & Play | Transportation | Visual Communication | KeyShot Visualization Prize | Editor’s Choice

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Jun 23

The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Emerging Technologies Honorees

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The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Emerging Technologies category honors systems, services, research, hardware, or software products created with the aid of recently created or developed software and hardware technologies. Examples can include projects that incorporate the use of artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), blockchain technologies, robotics, biometrics, advanced materials or new production processes.

This year’s Core77 Design Awards Emerging Technologies team was led by Dan Lion, Senior Director of Business Development + Sales, 3D at Shutterstock. Joining Lion on the panel was Brian Gaffney, Professional Artistry Team at Weta tools, Jeff Olm, Colorist, Director, Filmmaker, and Editor at Perfect Pictures Beau Perschall, Director of Omniverse Sim Data Ops at NVIDIA, and John Siczewicz, Lighting & Compositing Artist.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees! You can view the honorees in all 25 categories on the Core77 Design Awards website.

Check out all the 2023 Core77 Design Awards honorees by category:

A/V & Photography Equipment | Apps & Platforms | Branding & Identity | Built Environment | Commercial Equipment | Consumer Technology | Design Education Initiative | Design for Social Impact | Emerging Technologies | Furniture & Lighting | Gaming | Health & Wellness | Home & Living | Interaction | Lifestyle Accessories | Packaging | Robotics | Speculative Design | Sports & Outdoors | Strategy & Research | Sustainability | Tools | Toys & Play | Transportation | Visual Communication | KeyShot Visualization Prize | Editor’s Choice

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Jun 23

The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Health & Wellness Honorees

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The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Health & Wellness category honors consumer products or services designed to aid users in matters of health or in achieving an enhanced sense of well-being.

This year’s Core77 Design Awards Health & Wellness team was co-led by Morgan Hutchinson, MD, Assistant Medical Director, Hospital Emergency Department and Director of Education at Thomas Jefferson University, and Robert Pugliese, Director of Innovation Design at Thomas Jefferson University. Joining Dr. Hutchinson and Pugliese on the panel was Jenn Horonjeff, PhD, Founder & CEO of Savvy Cooperative, Lesley-Ann Noel, Assistant Professor of Design Studies at North Carolina State University, and Rachel Smith, Founder & Designer of Design to Combat COVID19.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees! You can view the honorees in all 25 categories on the Core77 Design Awards website.

Check out all the 2023 Core77 Design Awards honorees by category:

A/V & Photography Equipment | Apps & Platforms | Branding & Identity | Built Environment | Commercial Equipment | Consumer Technology | Design Education Initiative | Design for Social Impact | Emerging Technologies | Furniture & Lighting | Gaming | Health & Wellness | Home & Living | Interaction | Lifestyle Accessories | Packaging | Robotics | Speculative Design | Sports & Outdoors | Strategy & Research | Sustainability | Tools | Toys & Play | Transportation | Visual Communication | KeyShot Visualization Prize | Editor’s Choice

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Jun 23

The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Tools Honorees

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The 2023 Core77 Design Awards Tools category honors consumer products or services designed for individual use with the intention of improving efficiency and productivity. Examples include: hardware tools, productivity applications, educational tools, etc.

This year’s Core77 Design Awards Tools team was led by Inna Lobel, Design Director, Head of Industrial Design for North America at frog. Joining Lobel on the panel was Kaitlyn Benoit, Design Director, Marcelo Coelho, Head of Design at Formlabs & Faculty at MIT Department of Architecture, Jessica Covi, Head of Design Identity, Design Media & Design Events at BMW, and Jonas Damon, Industrial Design Consultant at Office for Design.

Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees! You can view the honorees in all 25 categories on the Core77 Design Awards website.

Check out all the 2023 Core77 Design Awards honorees by category:

A/V & Photography Equipment | Apps & Platforms | Branding & Identity | Built Environment | Commercial Equipment | Consumer Technology | Design Education Initiative | Design for Social Impact | Emerging Technologies | Furniture & Lighting | Gaming | Health & Wellness | Home & Living | Interaction | Lifestyle Accessories | Packaging | Robotics | Speculative Design | Sports & Outdoors | Strategy & Research | Sustainability | Tools | Toys & Play | Transportation | Visual Communication | KeyShot Visualization Prize | Editor’s Choice

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