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Jul 04

Holy Smoke!

Posted in: by, C-Thru, diving, Omer Haciomeroglu, smoke

C-Thru is a helmet that is designed to help firefighter walk through dense smoke during smoke diving search and rescue missions. Time constrains of six minutes per mission, makes it imperative that the gear is optimal. C-thru gives them the edge thanks to the wire-frame vision of the interior geometry, surrounding the smoke diver. Using technological enhancements, the helmet provides a visual map of the interiors so that it becomes easy for the firefighter to locate the victims.

This is how it works:

C-Thru’s vision system integrates many technologies to aid firefighters, such as a head-mounted projection display, optical thermal camera, cloud computing, selective active noise cancellation and target acquisition.
The optical thermal camera captures the imaging of the surrounding area and sends the data to the smoke diver leader’s handheld device.
The data is calculated there and sent back to the helmet.
Newly generated 3D wire-frame data is projected by the head-mounted projectors through the retro-reflective front visor of the helmet.
This wire-frame outline of their surroundings helps firefighters find a path through the building and locate victims.

Designer: Omer Haciomeroglu

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Jul 04

Be a healthy sitter… serious!

Posted in: footrest

Did you know that sitting is an epidemic??? Yes, honey…sitting! It sounds silly, but it’s true that it contributes to heart disease, diabetes, obesity and decreased lifespan. The Ooloo footrest aims to curb the detrimental effects of this modern necessity by bringing a little motion into the picture. Just put your feet up and rock away to keep sitting from hitting you when you’re down!

Designer: OolooBoard

Jul 04

Refined Ripples

Posted in: sink, Washbasin

The Extraction Quattro washbasin achieves its elegant form by being cut and turned from a single piece of ripple-shaped stone. The resulting piece mimics the ripple in a smooth, curvilinear and geometric bathroom centerpiece. A perfect compliment to the basin, the extra cut-out material from the original stone makes for a great wall ornament. At a glance, the basin appears to have fallen directly from the wall and onto the surface of the counter!

Designer: Viktor Puzur

Jul 03

Fitness Unchained

Posted in: exercise machine, gym

The Evo Fitness Bike “ix” changes the dynamic of home workouts by providing owners with an attractive show piece that looks as good in the living room as it does in the gym. Evo’s “Active Sway Frame” allows a 10-degree sway to either side to enhance the workout by engaging the user’s core and upper body as they pedal. It imitates the natural motion of real cycling in the comfort of home! You can own it here! Check out the vid to see all the cool features…

Designer: Mark de Grasse

Jul 03

Streamlining The Traffic Signal

Posted in: Art-Lebedev-Studio, Kayserius, Traffic Signal

Kayseri is a culturally rich city, located in the heart of Turkey. Commissioned by the municipality, Art Lebedev Studio has developed this modular traffic light design for them. As a scaled down version, this compact light fits perfectly in a progressive atmosphere. As a key innovative feature, the bottom display features text backing up the main color signals.

The signal panels and displays are made of LED clusters and the back of the traffic light features an extra display. The body is one solid cast piece and this makes it cost effective and easy to maintain.

Designer: Art Lebedev Studio

Jul 03

Top 20 Best Of Best red dot award: product design 2013

Posted in: 2013, Best Of Best, red dot award: product design, Top 20

For those who attended it, the red dot awards ceremony and gala was a night to remember. Dr. Peter Zec presided over the ceremonies and the attendees had the pleasure of rubbing shoulders with fashion icon Jimmy Choo. Into its second glorious decade, the Red Dot Gala took place on July 1st. in the opera house at Essen, Germany. From an up-cycled soda can watch to flipping alarms, this year’s selection for the Best Of Best red dot award: product design is truly innovative. Come have a look…

CAN-WATCH by Ching Yin Kat Ling, Tien Sum Samuel Siu, Chun Kin & Kenneth Ho

The Can-Watch combines the maxims of sustainability with a social mission. The dial of this watch is made from the bottom of an ordinary soda can in an upcycling process that lends it a new meaning.

Invisible Table by Tokujin Yoshioka

The Invisible Table is an innovative piece of furniture that appears rather nondescript because it is transparent and its unobtrusive shape maintains a low profile in the room.

Suunto Ambit GPS Watch by Tom Hinskens, Björn Bornemann & Timo Yliluoma

Suunto Ambit GPS watch is outdoor sports equipment featuring an accurate, highly reliable GPS system complemented by a user-oriented interface that is intuitive to use.

FLIP Alarm Clock by DesignWright (Adrian Wright & Jeremy Wright)

Flip alarm clock interprets the act of turning the alarm off by simply turning the whole clock over, flipping it from the “on” side to the “off” side! So Cute!

Aura Sofa by Studio Mikko Laakkonen

The Aura sofa aims to find a clever way to create pools of privacy and peace even in open plan spaces.

PV Premium Photovoltaic In-Roof System by Stafier Holland (Ruben Beijer)

The PV Premium photovoltaic in-roof system is an innovative system, which offers new possibilities for architecture in the field of solar energy. Instead of installing solar panels on top of the roof, the modules of this system replace the roof tiling and are integrated directly inside the roof surface.

Saya Chair by Lievore Altherr Molina

The Saya chair sharply designed to resemble a graphic symbol and its lines flow thanks to the warm appearance of wood.

Welded Table by Alain Gilles – The Studio

The Welded table is a combination of materials that seem heavy with the simple, clean lines of the support. The inspiration for this table came from the manufacture of heavy machinery. The legs are made of laser-cut sheet steel, which are subsequently welded together.

New Order – Domestic Waste Separation Bags by böttcher+henssler (Moritz Böttcher, Sören Henssler & Clémentine Caurier)

The New Order reinterprets waste separation by taking an entirely novel approach: the waste is collected in a series of colored bags hanging on the wall in full view.

Pia Kitchen Furniture, Kitchen System by Pia Würtz Mogensen

Designed with gently rounded corners, Pia kitchen system looks as if it has been framed by an all-encompassing delicate passé partout. The frame is painted and covered at the edges with a decorative durable stainless steel border.

EDA Cutlery by Ken Okuyama Design Co

The natural shape of a tree with branches and twigs lending it a highly organic appearance inspires the design of the EDA cutlery.

OSORO – Open Tableware System by MTDO Inc. (Manabu Tago)

Osoro defines contemporary tableware and comes in different size. The various tableware items are compact in design, easy to stack and offer users a multitude of individual variations and combinations.

Axor Starck Organic Bathroom Fixtures by Starck Network

We wouldn’t mind fitting in the Axor Starck Organic collection in our bathroom. The clear and harmonious lines of the fixtures are reminiscent of shapes found in nature.

Varioline (Special Edition) Sauna Cabin by bittermann industriedesign (Jochen Bittermann)

Varioline sauna cabin is the perfect place to unwind after a day full of stressful work!

Lyria Bicycle Bag Series by Culture Form GmbH

The Lyria bicycle bag series make the perfect match for your cycling expeditions to the grocery store.

Ultimate CF SLX Road Bike by Artefakt industriekultur

Ultimate CF SLX road bike optimizes the characteristics of the carbon frame, which was developed to achieve an even better stiffness-to-weight ratio. This innovative frame weighs only 790 grams and internally routes shift and brake cables, improving the aerodynamics of a road bike considerably.

Mando Footloose E-Bike by MAS Design Products Ltd. (Mark Sanders)

The Mando Footloose E-Bike features an innovative and compact design, it folds quickly and even rolls when folded. It is powered by an innovative chainless drive and flexibly adapts to different road conditions.

Superkilen Urban Park by BIG Bjarke Ingels Group (Bjarke Ingels, Nanna Gyldholm Møller, Mikkel Marcker Stubgaard), Topotek 1 (Martin Rein-Cano, Lorenz Dexler) & Superflex (Jakob Fenger, Rasmus Nielsen & Bjørnstjerne Christiansen)

Superkilen interprets a public park as a space of “urban narratives” – a place that aims to promote social integration with a lively approach. It has three main zones: the Red Square, the Green Park and the Black Market. The Red Square serves as an area for sports activities, the Green Park as a grassy children’s playground, and the Black Market as a communal and picnic area.

Play Yard Travel Cot by 4moms Design Team (Robert Daley, Henry Thorne, Eli Wiegmann, Sean Beaudette, Jared Rosenthal & Jessica Butala)

The 4 moms breeze’s innovative folding mechanism enables it to open in one easy step by pushing down on the ergonomically easy to reach central hub; it then latches automatically. It closes just as easily by pulling up on the hub in one fluid motion.

Husqvarna 550XP Chainsaw by Rajinder Mehra, Pär Martinsson & Joel Sellstrand

The Husqvarna 550XP is impressive! This chainsaw appeals as a well-proportioned tool, conveying the attributes of power and efficiency in a highly convincing manner.

Jul 03

Big Pixels for Small Spaces

Posted in: sink

The Pixel series of bathroom furnishings was designed not for compact spaces, but the tiniest of tiny micro spaces! Each wall-mounted unit is just 16cm thin, but you’ll be surprised what they’re packin’. Simply open the sliding door to reveal a full-size folding sink and underlying storage. It’s a clever way to hide the basin while creating more space in your minimal interior.

Designer: Oriol Barri

Jul 03

Tea at any age!

Posted in: dining, Kettle

Face it now- one day you’ll be old and shaky! When that happens, you’ll be loving the Due Kettle. Unlike conventional kettles that are hard on the wrist, the design features dual handles that help sturdy your grip. Additionally, its spring-loaded lid assists the user in opening the spout, making it even easier to pour.

Designer: Nur Yıldırım

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Jul 02

The Well-Mannered Wastebin

Posted in: bin, Receptacle, rubbish

The latest from LÚCID, this rubbish bin focuses its attention to the lid for added functionality & user friendliness. It features an electronic lock system with a hands-free sensor to automatically open & close when the user approaches. To keep the contents hidden, a dual-hinged cover keeps unsightly, smelly items contained for the user’s comfort. Made of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene thermoplastic (the same stuff as Legos), the bin has the strength & rigidity of plastic as well as the toughness of rubber.

Designer: LÚCID

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Jul 02

In-house Volcano

Posted in: Dae-hoo Kim, volcano

I love the way designer Dae-hoo Kim has taken away the focus from the form and driven it to the process of vapor creation in this Volcano Humidifier. No doubt the design is classy, but the whole idea of a volcano shaped humidifier emitting doughnut-shaped condensed vapor is a lot more appealing. Take a look at the video to see how it’s done. Absolutely stunning; just like a volcanic eruption!

Volcano Series Humidifier is a 2013 IDEA Awards winner.

Designer: Dae-hoo Kim