ASAP-design

Herb-savor

2007-08-16T19:12:00.001-07:00

prepara | products | 'herb-savor'

the 'herb-savor' will prolong the life of your fresh herbs for up to 3 weeks
shows off its balanced, modern form while showcasing the natural beauty of the herbs within
fits inside a typical refrigerator door while providing roomy herb storage capacity
easily refillable water well base
removable stainless steel herb basket keeps herbs neatly gathered together, and allows for easy washing
herb stems sit slightly submerged in the water of the water-well, keeping them fresh
asparagus also keeps extremely well with ends submerged..

via happymundane

Nanushka

2007-08-10T21:31:00.001-07:00

Beautiful Hungarian fashion !

new collection here

Daisy Vase

2007-08-07T23:52:00.001-07:00

made from a BIC™ ballpoint pens these little vases are hand blow-molded.
as the plastic becomes flexible it stretches allowing the vase to sit naturally.

via designboom shop

2SECONDS QUECHUA

2007-08-01T11:23:00.001-07:00

2SECONDS is a self-erecting tent. Just throw it in the air and it opens on its own before reaching the ground. All that’s required are six pegs to secure it to the ground. The key to the design are the two spring hoops made of fiberglass, a material that reduces the diameter of the hoops and allows it to be easily folded for compact storage. Compared to standard tents, 2SECONDS has fewer parts to lose and break while still providing an attractive, lightweight, waterproof shelter. Disassembly is easy as well: in 15 seconds the tent folds back into its self-contained package complete with carrying handles. Its affordable price and simple operation has brought camping to a wider range of customers. Sales in the first year have skyrocketed.

more info

Japanese Watermelons

2007-07-14T14:15:00.001-07:00

Mr. Okumura of Fruits Village Okumura and the Students of the Atsumi Agricultural High School invented those very funny shaped watermelons ...

via pingmag

Dog Bowl

2007-07-09T20:14:00.001-07:00

It’s a placemat ingeniously molded to hold a feeding or water bowl. The molded shape creates a suction keeping it from slipping while lifting the bowl high enough for doggie to eat.

Designer's potfolio

via Yanko Design

Teaposy

2007-07-01T17:04:00.001-07:00

Using rare Silver Needle White Teas hand-picked in the Fujian Province in China and an assortment of flowers, Teaposy creates a tea experience unlike any other. This single origin Silver Needle White Tea is infused with floral jasmine and hand-sewn into the freshest flowers, for a visually stunning display that blooms in hot water.
With all natural flavors and hand-crafted glassware inspired by traditional Chinese and Japanese culture, Teaposy captures the unique rituals and flavors of the finest tea in the world.

- video Teaposy -

UntitledNationwide // Life comes at you fast

2007-06-29T16:01:00.001-07:00

NATION Wide. the insurance company advetising campaign ! Pretty cool !

INOUT

2007-06-27T19:12:00.001-07:00

BY ÉMANUELLE JAQUES, 2005
a mutation between a protective barrier for a tree and seating. an opportunity for passers-by to rest a while.

ADRIEN ROVERO, 2005
6 bicycles versus ONE car. this bike park occupies a single carpark space, like a critical proposal TO THE TRAFFIC.

INOUT DESIGNERS

ELM

2007-06-27T19:06:00.001-07:00

ELM is a six-year old company already selling its high fashion designsto the USA, France and Italy. Pure, classic lines emphasize thesoftness of the female form, caressing it like a second skin. Thedesign team behind ELM consists of three Icelandic women who all comefrom different directions: one is an artist, the second a textiledesigner, and the third is a drama therapist.

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Nusskubus Nutcracker

2007-06-22T16:22:00.001-07:00

Adam and Harborth, 2003

This simple nutcracker consists of two beechwood cubes with three varying hollows carved in the sides making it ideal for cracking an assortment of different-sized nuts. Simply place a nut in one of the hollows and slam the two cubes together. Included in Destination: Berlin, our limited-time product collection celebrating the city's young and dynamic design scene.

more info here

Sverrir Àsgeirsson

2007-06-22T16:18:00.001-07:00

Sverrir Àsgeirsson, Icelandic designer and artist created this smart concept of tiles.

Chanel

2007-06-21T10:34:00.001-07:00

Understood ?!

via the Fashion Informer

Pasta Pot

2007-06-19T20:50:00.001-07:00

Introduced in 2007 by alessi, the pasta pot by ducasse and jouin is a result of a rediscovery by Alain Ducasse of an ancient cooking method used by olive pickers. Ducasse, one of the greatest chefs of our time, has brought to light a unique pot which produces a new and interesting flavor (i.e. the starches are not discarded with the cooking water but are totally absorbed by the pasta, and the same holds true for the ingredients of the sauce). First you put the dry pasta in the "Pasta Pot", sautéing lightly if you wish, then the various ingredients of whichever sauce you wish to make, then last comes water or broth, all at once or gradually, cooking everything together with the specially designed cover, stirring occasionally. in just a little more time than normally required to boil the pasta according to the classic method, your pasta with sauce is done and served directly at the table on the included trivet.

PAPTON CHAIR

2007-06-19T20:34:00.001-07:00

Simple as a paper plane:
A few foldings transform a composite panel
into a real lightweight chair of 2kgs only.
A couple of polygons create a clear,
graphic unity.

SONY ODO

2007-06-19T20:29:00.001-07:00

Sony, traditionally has been a leader in paradigm shifting technology with their large research and innovation design budgets all though they have lost a lot of ground in the last 5-7 years to companies like Apple and Phillips. Today Sony looks to regain some of that innovation leadership through the development of their fresh out of the oven “odo” concept line of environmentally friendly products. The “odo” line of products do not require any AC adapters or chargers because they are mechanically powered. There is the Spin N’ Snap camera “no display”, the Push Power Play viewer, the Crank N’ Capture video camps, the Pull N’ Play headphones, and the solar array Juice Boxes for powering other devices.

Via sustainableday

Piggybank

2007-06-07T20:24:00.001-07:00

“Plus” savings are far better than “minus” savings ...

Copilcus piggybank

MADDIE

2007-06-07T20:16:00.001-07:00

This little four years old girl disappeared in Portugal last month while she and her family were on vacation.

If you were in Praia da Luz or the surrounding area in the two weeks leading up to Madeleine's disappearance on Thursday May 3, the police may be interested in any photographs you took while there.

In particular they would like any pictures that have people in them who you don't know as opposed to scenery shots or pictures of just your own family. You can submit them to the police by visiting http://madeleine.ceopupload.com.
If you have any information you can call:
Portuguese Police direct on 00351 282 405 400
Or British Police on 0800 096 1233

Stairs and Storage

2007-06-05T13:12:00.001-07:00

What a great idea. If you’re having some stairs constructed why not consider this. Handy and hidden, a great storage idea for linen, winter woollies, books and papers, anything small in fact.

P.S. These amazing stairs have travelled all over the blogosphere in a few short weeks. This is a scanned image from the Vogue Living Australia Before+After Autumn/Winter 2007 issue. The true originator of this staircase, the joinery company is named in the comments. If you're in Australia and want one of these then google their name and their address and phone number are yours.

Via desire to inpire

Clementine Martinez

2007-05-26T16:30:00.001-07:00

I am totally amazed by Clementine Martinez's work.This french illustrator has a stunning style, and a unique and versatile talent.

I haven't been impressed like that for a long time, she deserves to be reknown and I would be glad to make that happen ! Spread the world then !

See more of Clementine's work here.

Surrealien

2007-05-26T14:20:00.001-07:00

Papering our rooms is still a rather nonsensitive business. We ignore the architectural preconditions. Windows, doors and switches tear holes in patterns that actualy ask for a continuity of unbroken surface. Later on, pictures and cupboards are dashed on top of it. So three layers compose the visual appearance of walls – without reacting on each other. My conception blurs the border between architectural wallstructure and applied interior decoration. The wallpaper is becoming a senstitive mediator. Contrary to traditional mural painting, I do not create individual objects of art but generate functions that are adapted to the particular infrastructure of a room. Once the necessary data of the object is stored I can apply any pattern. The outcomes are wallpaper-templates that warp around every hole or discontinuance. Door, light switch, painting and wallpaper don’t bang together anymore, they flow into each other and create a unity – by crossing our usual perception of rooms a rather bizarre unity.

more here

ohare-djafer

2007-05-26T14:16:00.001-07:00

O'Hare & D'Jafer / Accessories

Renaissance of detail,
these cut-work cushions are the product of cutting edge technology, fused with traditional Irish linen and leather.

10 GOLD LESSONS FOR CREATIVES

2007-05-26T12:48:00.001-07:00

10 Golden Lessons From Steve Jobs

“I think we’re having fun. I think our customers really like our products. And we’re always trying to do better.”

His accomplishments and character helped define a generation and change the world. He is co-founder of the fairytale company we now know as Apple Computers. And he is the visionary of the personal computers world that led the entire computer hardware and software industry to restructure itself.

This man with boundless energy and charisma is also a master of hype, hyperbole and the catchy phrase. And even when he’s trying to talk normally, brilliant verbiage comes tumbling out.

Here’s a selection of some of the most insanely great things he said, golden lessons to help you succeed in life, Jobs-style:

1. Steve Jobs said: “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.”

Innovation has no limits. The only limit is your imagination. It’s time for you to begin thinking out of the box. If you are involved in a growing industry, think of ways to become more efficient; more customer friendly; and easier to do business with. If you are involved in a shrinking industry – get out of it quick and change before you become obsolete; out of work; or out of business. And remember that procrastination is not an option here. Start innovating now!

2. Steve Jobs said: “Be a yardstick of quality. Some people aren’t used to an environment where excellence is expected.”

There is no shortcut to excellence. You will have to make the commitment to make excellence your priority. Use your talents, abilities, and skills in the best way possible and get ahead of others by giving that little extra. Live by a higher standard and pay attention to the details that really do make the difference. Excellence is not difficult - simply decide right now to give it your best shot - and you will be amazed with what life gives you back.

3. Steve Jobs said: “The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.”

I’ve got it down to four words: “Do what you love.” Seek out an occupation that gives you a sense of meaning, direction and satisfaction in life. Having a sense of purpose and striving towards goals gives life meaning, direction and satisfaction. It not only contributes to health and longevity, but also makes you feel better in difficult times. Do you jump out of bed on Monday mornings and look forward to the work week? If the answer is ‘no’ keep looking, you’ll know when you find it.

4. Steve Jobs said: “You know, we don’t grow most of the food we eat. We wear clothes other people make. We speak a language that other people developed. We use a mathematics that other people evolved… I mean, we’re constantly taking things. It’s a wonderful, ecstatic feeling to create something that puts it back in the pool of human experience and knowledge.”

Live in a way that is ethically responsible. Try to make a difference in this world and contribute to the higher good. You’ll find it gives more meaning to your life and it’s a great antidote to boredom. There is always so much to be done. And talk to others about what you are doing. Don’t preach or be self-righteous, or fanatical about it, that just puts people off, but at the same time, don’t be shy about setting an example, and use opportunities that arise to let others know what you are doing.

5. Steve Jobs said: “There’s a phrase in Buddhism, ‘Beginner’s mind.’ It’s wonderful to have a beginner’s mind.”

It is the kind of mind that can see things as they are, which step by step and in a flash can realize the original nature of everything. Beginner’s mind is Zen practice in action. It is the mind that is innocent of preconceptions and expectations, judgements and prejudices. Think of beginner’s mind as the mind that faces life like a small child, full of curiosity and wonder and amazement.

6. Steve Jobs said: “We think basically you watch television to turn your brain off, and you work on your computer when you want to turn your brain on.”

Reams of academic studies over the decades have amply confirmed television’s pernicious mental and moral influences. And most TV watchers know that their habit is mind-numbing and wasteful, but still spend most of their time in front of that box. So turn your TV off and save some brain cells. But be cautious, you can turn your brain off by using a computer also. Try and have an intelligent conversation with someone who plays first person shooters for 8 hours a day. Or auto race games, or role-playing games.

7. Steve Jobs said: “I’m the only person I know that’s lost a quarter of a billion dollars in one year…. It’s very character-building.”

Don’t equate making mistakes with being a mistake. There is no such thing as a successful person who has not failed or made mistakes, there are successful people who made mistakes and changed their lives or performance in response to them, and so got it right the next time. They viewed mistakes as warnings rather than signs of hopeless inadequacy. Never making a mistake means never living life to the full.

8. Steve Jobs said: “I would trade all of my technology for an afternoon with Socrates.”

Over the last decade, numerous books featuring lessons from historical figures have appeared on the shelves of bookstores around the world. And Socrates stands with Leonardo da Vinci, Nicholas Copernicus, Charles Darwin and Albert Einstein as a beacon of inspiration for independent thinkers. But he came first. Cicero said of Socrates that, “He called philosophy down from the skies and into the lives of men.” So use Socrates’ principles in your life, your work, your learning, and your relationships. It’s not about Socrates, it’s really about you, and how you can bring more truth, beauty and goodness into your life everyday.

9. Steve Jobs said: “We’re here to put a dent in the universe. Otherwise why else even be here?”

Did you know that you have big things to accomplish in life? And did you know that those big things are getting rather dusty while you pour yourself another cup of coffee, and decide to mull things over rather than do them? We were all born with a gift to give in life, one which informs all of our desires, interests, passions and curiosities. This gift is, in fact, our purpose. And you don’t need permission to decide your own purpose. No boss, teacher, parent, priest or other authority can decide this for you. Just find that unique purpose.

10. Steve Jobs said: “Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life. Don’t be trapped by dogma - which is living with the results of other people’s thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition. They somehow already know what you truly want to become. Everything else is secondary.”

Are you tired of living someone else’s dream? No doubt, its your life and you have every right to spend it in your own individual way without any hurdles or barriers from others. Give yourself a chance to nurture your creative qualities in a fear-free and pressure-free climate. Live a life that YOU choose and be your own boss.

Each lesson might be difficult to integrate into your life at first, but if you ease your way into each lesson, one at a time, you’ll notice an immediate improvement in your overall performance. So go ahead, give them a try.

Insightful and incredibly motivating ! Thanks to Ririan Project for sharing this with us.

JBA

2007-05-26T12:18:00.001-07:00

Beautiful Coat Hangers by swedish designer Jantze Brogård Asshoff.

CORONA

2007-05-24T19:59:00.001-07:00

Corona Solar Light

Corona is a solar-powered outdoor lighting system. It can be staked to the ground, attached to a wall, or simply placed on a table top.

The Corona solar light’s solar voltaic cell transforms sunlight into energy during the day, and its LEDs automatically start to glow when the sun sets. It uses no glues or fasteners, making it simple to disassemble for recycling...

foof

2007-05-10T22:31:00.001-07:00

via laptopstuff

Your laptop is bound to stand out in one of these bags! The furry ‘spikes’ on the acrylic sleeve add a bit of fun to the great protection

Foofbags are suitable for all current Apple iBooks and Powerbooks. They are slot loading, designed for easy removal, especially at airport x-ray security checks and fit easily inside another bag.

DOT KITE

2007-05-10T21:09:00.001-07:00

Dot Kite - Lab introduces a modern, sophisticated yet reassuringseating element with an understated feeling of luxury in a vaguelycontemporary mood. A new cleanness of subtle lines, of perfectproportions emphasized by the high quality fabrics for the seat andorganic forms for the frame. Lund is available with the seat in woodenframe covered with stress-resistant polyurethane foam at varieddensities and high quality fabrics or leather. Feet in chromed steel.

Talk Bubble

2007-05-09T19:19:00.001-07:00

Speak up! These cartoon-inspired paper clips are the perfect way to

draw attention to what you’re really trying to say. Talk Bubble clips
are extra large, extra thick, and plated in sexy gunmetal black.

By worldwidefred

CHOCOLATE

2007-05-04T19:29:00.001-07:00

Gooood, in all means !

FULGURO.

JC Karich

2007-05-04T19:20:00.001-07:00

Chilean industrial designer J.C. Karich (currently working in France) began experimenting with curved surface shapes from plastic bottles, which ultimately resulted in his elegant fork and spoon Flat Salad set design. The design has recently been picked up by Milan-based disposable/sustainable cutlery and table accessories company Pandora Design.

via Core77

SCHAMBRA

2007-04-28T11:26:00.001-07:00

schambra.com -

Schambra's first range of products revolves around work and travel, with her premiere collection of weekend and day bags. A must- have ! Beautifully crafted and smartly designed products !

MIURA

2007-04-25T18:35:00.001-07:00

MIURA TABLE, designed by Konstantin Grcic for PLANK.

Mantilla

2007-04-20T20:25:00.001-07:00

Mantilla is an injection molded seating concept derived from the flowing lines of seashells. Similar to the construction of a shell’s surface, the individual ridges running the length of the chair provide strength, while maintaining an overall lightweight structure. Mantilla will be presented at the Milan Fair next week along with several other concepts included in our 2007 Beautiful Objects collection.

ANT'IQUE

2007-04-20T20:20:00.001-07:00

"Seen from distance the wallpaper seems simply an antique baroque motive,
but coming closer you will discover that thousands of ants are crawling on the walls
creating this baroque wallpaper..."

Artquitect

2007-04-20T17:34:00.001-07:00

The celebration of the bathroom as a piece of furniture. This bathroom shouts to be admired. Stylized, yet almost alive with shapes that combine the organic with minimal and colors that had never before seen in a bathroom.

Hayon Studio

Simply Design Coffee

2007-04-17T20:50:00.001-07:00

Beautiful japanese packaging for this coffee drink !

via Jeansnow

TeraCrea New collection

2007-04-13T15:52:00.001-07:00

Treille is a system of cylindrical vases, horizontally aligned and connected by nylon belts and height-adjustable painted stainless steel tutors. A stair set can be created, made of three containers, to hang from the ceiling or from a wall. The greenery placed in the cylindrical vases finds an easy support to develop and grow vertically up to completely cover the container.

Designer
Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec for Teracrea

Lean on

2007-04-13T15:47:00.001-07:00

Minimalist Coat rack, aluminium/wood. Design: Roomsafari for dovetusai.

MINI GARDENS

2007-04-13T15:37:00.001-07:00

Miniature Garden available here

Bring the great outdoors in with the first of our very special garden-themed products. Sprout the seeds of our easy-to-grow Miniature Garden in just three days. Four reusable felt pads, seed packets and water are all it takes to grow edible clover, cress, lettuce and mustard. Designed by Bernard Vuarnesson and Made in France.Bring the great outdoors in with the first of our very special garden-themed products. Sprout the seeds of our easy-to-grow Miniature Garden in just three days. Four reusable felt pads, seed packets and water are all it takes to grow edible clover, cress, lettuce and mustard. Designed by Bernard Vuarnesson and Made in France.

Trick Stick

2007-04-08T15:15:00.001-07:00

Trick Stick - via thorsten van elten

Trick Stick is made of three sticks, joined without tools, using atraditional japanese technique. This way a place for hats, scarfs andjackets is created. Made of solid ash with anti-slip silicone stoppers.The ends of the rods are painted white, blue and red.

Music : The Shoppings !

2007-04-07T17:52:00.001-07:00

TheShoppings.net

Watch out, it is the next big thing !!

Available on Itunes.

Check it out here

Scooter

2007-04-06T17:59:00.001-07:00

Svan Scooter

The classic Scandinavian style of the Svan® Chair is now available as a ride-on toy for your toddler. The sculpted curves of the bent birch wood Svan Scooter provide a safe and sturdy seat for children 18 months and up.

buy here

Culla Belly

2007-04-06T17:54:00.001-07:00

Spending all your time with new baby born ...

by: Andrea Garuti and Manuela Busetti

Cling Table

2007-04-01T03:12:00.000-07:00

The idea is to keep a chair with a table. We designed the detail that combines the both pieces well together. The function as you imagine. You can easily move the chair and table to any where as one piece.

The ENDO

2007-04-01T03:06:00.000-07:00

THE ENDO MAGNET CLIP mimics the clipping
action of an ordinary magnetic clip….it’s a strong
one-piece silicone magnet with springy clipping
action…very versatile.

A solid mass of neodymium, silicone and steel, “Endo”
presents an elegant alternative to conventional means
of magnetic attachment. No springs. No coils. No
internal moving parts. Endo is the one-piece
all-purpose silicone magnet with springy clipping
action.

Secures poetry, recipes, photos, memos and documents
to the fridge, message board or metal surface.

Features:
- Holds 20 Pages
- Gentle on photos and surfaces
- Dishwasher Safe
- Easily removable
- Strong magnet
- Hangs 1-lb

Making something from nothing...

2007-03-10T16:08:00.001-08:00

Miwa Koizumi, a Japanese artist living in Brooklyn, who creates beautiful and eco-friendly art by recycling plastic bottles. Quite fascinating !

Candlelight

2007-03-07T15:27:00.000-08:00

A great design by Adrien Rovero edited by Suck Uk

Arik Levy for Baccarat

2007-03-07T12:41:00.000-08:00

New collection by french designer Arik Levy for Baccarat.

More info at Dezeen

8th heaven by Matali Crasset

2007-03-07T12:33:00.000-08:00

8ème Ciel (8th Heaven) is a sex toy designed by Matali Crasset for Exquise Design For Pleasure.
Made entirely of silicon, the product will be launched during the Milan furniture fair in April.

More info at www.dezeen.com

SOME

2007-03-05T22:15:00.001-08:00

We aim to produce honest products that keep their promises in daily life. Our designs need to be honest about their buying price and quality. This may seem obvious but the real challenge lies in achieving this while maintaining a high level of comfort, innovation and respect for nature. Our products need to provide the user with a certain
sense of ease and joy, the’ soft values’ as we like to call them. These values symbolize an invisible yet very present product quality. It’s about feeling or experiencing a 3 dimensional entity. The extended functionality of the Beachbuddy for example or the way some of our products are hand woven gives those products an extra dimension. It creates a rather unexpected element of surprise that has the potential to improve our quality of living.

SOME by Robin Delaere

Fifi-Lapin

2007-03-05T21:39:00.001-08:00

each 'Fifi' is an ORIGINAL one-of-a-kind illustration of Fifi wearing her latest outfit.

Updated daily here : fifi-lapin

Buy an Illustration here

Vespa S

2007-03-05T21:05:00.001-08:00

The famous italian manufacturer Piaggio decided to star its “Vintage” roots with this new model of Vespa S . S meaning "Sport"

In the 70's the Vespa “S” named “Vespino” encountered a great success with the young italian and british consumers, becoming one the the icons of the brand.

francesco cappuccio

2007-03-05T20:50:00.001-08:00

We like the new creations of Francesco Cappucio, especially this ingenius and esthetic modular shelves system.

The special section of the repetitive box module allows to compose a whole wall in many configurations without seeing any metal joining part.

A lot of other great ideas on his website, check it out ...

triinupungits

2007-03-01T18:30:00.001-08:00

Kind of weird, but also kind of wonderful ...

Zipper Pins

2007-02-28T18:48:00.001-08:00

Pretty and original !

Parasite Eyewear

2007-02-26T20:11:00.001-08:00

Sporn Star 1 is the first model that embodies completely the spirit of Parasite: Sport + Fashion = Science + Fiction.

That's why many athletes love it. It is emblematic of Parasite, but nowit has to be replaced by foldable frames, and easy-wear shapes.

Message Bean

2007-02-26T20:10:00.001-08:00

How do they do it? Believe it or not, each magical Message Bean grows with an actual word lasered onto one side and an image on the other. Simply remove the foil top and bottom of the can (for drainage), and add a 1/2 cup of water to the enclosed soil -- in just 1-2 weeks, the bean will poke through the surface, revealing the special message! The bean then sprouts into a small plant that can be kept in the container or replanted. A simple and original way to send a greeting.
via wishingfish

David Shrigley

2007-02-26T19:58:00.001-08:00

I love the simple and refreshing work of DAVID SHRIGLEY !

Bird

2007-02-26T19:32:00.001-08:00

Side Table named Bird designed by Broberg Mats and Ridderstrale Johan for OFFECT.

Bird Box

2007-02-24T15:55:00.001-08:00

Eva Solo

Jeung-Hwa Park

2007-02-22T20:26:00.001-08:00

Born in Pusan, Korea, Jeung-Hwa Park studied fashion design and worked in that country as a designer prior to coming to America.

Park uses a contemporary adaptation of the ancient resist dyeing technique in combination with the ancient practice of felting. The knitted fabrics are bound, tied, stitched, cramped, or folded to prevent certain areas from absorbing color. By marrying the spirit of Yin and Yang, traditional technique and modern technology, the sense of hand craft and machine knitting, Park creates innovative wearables that bring a new sculptural and textural sense of aesthetics to the art of knitting.

Available here

WIS DESIGN

2007-02-22T20:20:00.001-08:00

A collection of sportswear designed to make the powerwalk a bit more effective. The fabric is reinforced with weights, to give your muscles extra strength during the walk. Westrength during the walk. Looking for a production partner !
WIS design

Kangaroo Apron

2007-02-22T10:11:00.001-08:00

The big pocket of Kangaroo apron usually functions as same as any other apron's pocket. It can be used as a mitten when we need to pick up a hot cooking ustensil. The pocket has a protective padding inside so that our hands can be protected from heat and only the top part of the pocket was sewed for smooth movement.

Designer: Jongoh Lee

via Yanko

IF design Award for Philips

2007-02-21T14:00:00.001-08:00

This year, Philips was successful in a number of different categories.The Consumer Electronics category produced eight winners; the 9FF2CMIPhoto Frame, HTS9800 Home Theater System, ME6 LCD Flat TV 42PF7521D/12,, Cineos Flat TV TOP B 42PF9731D_10, Portable Speakers SBA1500,Headphones SHG5300, Headphones SHN9500, GoGear Digital Audio PlayerSA9200 and the DPM9600 Digital Dictation Device.

Via Dexigner

Fabric Clock

2007-02-20T20:41:00.001-08:00

Uniquely and endlessly customisable by you! The fabric screen is designed to be removed and replaced with any material you prefer: Tartan? A left over swatch of your bedroom curtains? A torn scrap from your favourite old T-shirt? Its all up to you. You could even get really fancy and cut up your designer Burberry shirt! 3 fabric swatches are included in the box.

Order here

Black Mask

2007-02-20T20:35:00.001-08:00

This unique black mask is an ultra-concentrated formula with a highly innovative texture:
a light velvety foam, of pure black sprinkled with tiny luminous nuggets for a triple action
on the skin’s luminosity…a black delight for pure light...

Interesting ... and pretty unexpected.

Givenchy products

InnerTube

2007-02-16T18:35:00.001-08:00

While we have seen several attempts of soft light shades, InnerTube really interrogates the relationship between a material and its application. In this case, the soft and flexible rubber shade is maintained in shape by the light source itself. In effect, the black shade is stretched around the circle glass tube, creating an unusual void in its center, while diffusing a large contrasting white aura of light. Contact between the two elements is also made possible as the tube remains warm.

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Soft spot table

2007-02-14T23:25:00.001-08:00

STEPHEN REED INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

Anarea of wood tiles connected by elastic cords in tension creates a flattable top. However, the surface bows to provide cushioned seating,acknowledging the behaviour of people perching on the edge of coffeetables.

Branch Wall Shelf

2007-02-14T23:20:00.001-08:00

A natural perch for candles and other small objects...

available at west elm

Pocket Chair

2007-02-14T23:01:00.001-08:00

It is small enough to fit in your pocket yet strong enough tosupport your weight. Pocket Chair can be used anywhere and adjusted toant height. It can be hung from trees, posts, walls or bus stops. Thesize has been calculated to provide a minimum of comfort for a largeadult male. It comprises a seat which is made from aluminium coveredwith a flexible nylon membrane, a 5m line is used to wrap, loop or hangit from the environment.

Designer : Pascal Anson

FYI

2007-02-07T19:20:00.001-08:00

For Your Information is a fashion label founded in january 2006 by Camille Rivet and Caroline Robert.
A label which represents women’s wear & accessories for an every day, easy and comfortable utilisation.

We love their french creative style even thoug they have their office in Belgium and attention to details ! A great blend of modernism and tradition ...

Snøhetta show winning Emirates complex

2007-02-06T19:28:00.001-08:00

More architectural spectacle in the Gulf: Norwegian architects Snøhetta have released images of their competition-winning design for a new “gateway” building for Ras Al-Khaimah, the new capital city of the United Arab Emirates.
via dezeen

Gloulottes

2007-02-04T19:53:00.001-08:00

2 small aperitif dishes which fit over the neck of a wine bottle !
Carry your nibbles,wine and glasses to the table at once !

Design : Anne Laure Pulcini

tudyk

2007-01-29T19:42:00.001-08:00

Shannon graduated from Savannah College of Art & Design in 2001 with two BFA degrees, illustration and graphic design.

Constantly in her mind composing artwork, she is inspired by accounting ledgers, numbers, maps, vintage papers, road signs & symbols, found objects, typography, and African wildlife.

Visit her website here.

Equilibrium shelves

2007-01-29T19:08:00.000-08:00

Modular furniture brand Movisi has launched Make/Shift, an adjustable shelving system by Royal College of Art graduate Peter Marigold.
The system, made of Arpro expanded polypropylene, consists of wedge-shaped units with corrugated edges that tesselate to fill alcoves or spaces between columns.
Make/Shift also comes with clips that can be used to create freestanding assemblies.

More info at Dezeen.com

Claire Stigliani

2007-01-28T18:42:00.000-08:00

Claire Stigliani is a very young yet fascinating artist.
Her style is definitely very unique, personal, strong and colorful!
Visit her gallery here

Henrick Drecker

2007-01-28T13:11:00.001-08:00

Bruce is a balcony barbecue grill. To save space on the often very smallbalconies Bruce is designed to be hung up on the balustrade. His shapeis similar to those of flower boxes. That makes it possible to usestandard holders to install Bruce.

Henrik Drecker Design

Rubik's Cube

2007-01-27T22:43:00.001-08:00

Rubik’s Cube

A brilliantly distinctive and unexpected adaptation of a modern classic. Our Rubik’s Cube® is made of solid chrome, with leather inlaid sides.

Sophie Cook

2007-01-27T22:34:00.001-08:00

Sophie Cook graduated in 1997 from Camberwell School of Arts. Her work now sells worldwide and is also featured in permanent museum collections. Currently throwing porcelain bottles and pods on the wheel, her vibrant glazes embody subtle, sculptural shapes to create fluid, almost luminous forms which suggest a contemporary feel to a traditional craft.

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Alex + Chloe

2007-01-27T22:25:00.001-08:00

Alex + Chloe jewelry.

Lots of cool stuff, check it out !

Lazy Milk

2007-01-26T19:38:00.001-08:00

How original and unexpected ! Lazy milk pouches break are available at EGG3, SALAD and Anthropology homeware.

Susan Bradley

2007-01-25T21:25:00.001-08:00

PUDDLE TABLE
A side table that appears to be melting and puddling over the floor.

Frank Tjepkema

2007-01-25T21:17:00.001-08:00

via the style files

Frank Tjepkema is a Dutch designer based in Amsterdam.
The idea behind the design is that these vases are the ultimate personalization of the consumer in a product, with minimal intervention of the designer.

mypapercrane

2007-01-24T20:02:00.001-08:00

Happy Toast : only 20$ !!

Heidi Kenney is the creator of those lovely and original plush. I am just amaxed by her creativity and sense of humor.

Nike Considered

2007-01-24T19:37:00.001-08:00

Via Cool Hunting

"Considered, the sustainable footwear line from Nike, has moved in to their All Condition Gearinterviewwith Bob Mervar, Design Director ACG and Peter Fogg, Senior Designerabout two new shoes that came out of the collaboration and are bringinga new look to the previously quirky-yet-respectable Considered line. group and will be introducing some rather innovative product as theteams join force. Always reliable for the scoop, Woody over at SneakerFreaker has a great

The Water Cat (pictured, top) is a water shoe made with an extremereduction of materials, simplifying the manufacturing process.Performance of this shoe is apparently not compromised by the post-techlook—there's support where you need it and it's very light weight.

The Soaker (pictured, bottom) is another water friendly shoebut also has broader appeal. Made from fewer layers of material thannormal sneakers and built with "snap together tooling" instead of toxicadhesives, these shoes definitely resonate with my urban-greensensibility."

ANTIQUE TYPEWRITER KEY earrings

2007-01-23T19:35:00.001-08:00

These unique Gold toned earrings were designed and handmade by Mary Andrews, a jewelry designer and Artist dwelling in Brooklyn, NY. Hand crafted, and designed for that vintage look, antique typewriter key beads hang from silver hooks for sensitive ears.

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Kendra Binney.

2007-01-23T18:57:00.001-08:00

Kendra Binney was raised in the small mountain town of Lakeside Arizona. Here she formed an early bond with the miniscule world of spiders, snakes and all things hiding in the grass. Practiced in the art of "catching pretty things" She transfers this closeness with the obscure and unnoticed into her paintings. Through scenes of dripping landscapes in which birds are remorseful killers, and the trees are unspoken thoughts , she displays her vision of nature, humanity, and the vulnerability of youth. Her work explores the seldom pondered architecture of lives draped in memories, remorse, and fragile realities

felt rocks by molo

2007-01-22T19:54:00.001-08:00

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you might see them as toys, you might see them as a unique decoration, or you might see them as a strangely compelling semi-natural oddity. all of the above would be correct.

in their raw form, a felt rock is technically a lump of felt formed when small bits of wool fluff gather while making polishing wheels for optical lenses, spun around in a drum with them.

Bright night umbrellas

2007-01-22T19:50:00.001-08:00

The Bright Night "Liquid Series" umbrella is the perfect way to see andbe seen. And, of course, it keeps you out of the rain. The Bright Nightcombines high fashion with true technological innovation.

Order here for 38$

Property NY

2007-01-22T16:28:00.001-08:00

via Design Milk

Beautiful round table with single-curved wood base.

Available here

Herblader Menu

2007-01-21T16:44:00.001-08:00

Create space for the herbs: Herbs need light. With the Herbs Ladder they get light and at the same time they can almost be stacked on top of each other. And when the herbs have to be put on the table, you simply take the Herbs Ladder and place it horizontally on the dining table. And with night lights in the dishes, the Herbs Ladder becomes a beautiful lamp with candles.

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Marcel Sigel

2007-01-21T15:12:00.001-08:00

Marcel Sigel and Alana di Giacomo Swoon Candle Holder. Great gift idea !

Buy it here

Louise Campbell

2007-01-21T15:11:00.001-08:00

Louise Campbell Veryround Armchair

'Veryround' is pleased to announce that it doesn't care much about what other chairs look like." (Louise Campbell)

"The design is based on the pleasure that can be found in repetition. Asingle circle is not particularly interesting, but 240 circles,meticulously organised until they form an entire chair, areinteresting. Although the chair as a whole appears to be incrediblycomplex, it is not. It consists simply of two layers, that are identical but for the varying scale. The outer layer - including itspattern - is 20% larger than the inner layer.

Panier

2007-01-21T09:56:00.001-08:00

Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec Panier

Panier is the first object to be signed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec for Kartell.

Rigorous technological and functional research resulted in a container basket in a simple
but very communicative shape.

Comprisedof four modules to form the four fourths of a shiny, transparent circlebursting into rays of light. The fourths are attached to each otherusing opaque joints and stability is achieved simply by using inserts.

Beautiful Walls

2007-01-21T09:55:00.003-08:00

Change your walls! - "Iconic Panels are created using an innovativeprocess of formed laminate over a carved wood core. Incredibly durable,they can be nailed, screwed, glued, or simply mounted on walls."

discover more here

Elisa Ossino

2007-01-21T09:55:00.001-08:00

Elisa Ossino Line Ceramic Collection

The collection of 22 ceramic pieces by Elisa Ossino is based on thepure and simple form of a cylinder. It reflects the study of a figurein all its expressive possibilities. She has given us differentfamilies of vases and objects, and different textures on white or darkgrey surfaces with horizontal and vertical lines and grooves.

Unique hand crafted pieces made one by one by Egidio Milesi reproducing the artisanship of a time-honored craft.

Soft Pipe

2007-01-20T20:35:00.000-08:00

Sand & Birch Design studio was founded in 2003 when Andrea Fino and Samanta Snidaro decided to join their different cultural backgrounds and experiences together for a unique project: to re-interpret the concept of furnishing and to bring other meanings, other senses and other lives to Objects.
The Diamond Sofa is an example of how this project has begun reality turning a sofa into a piece of jewellery without losing its original functions.

Soft Pipe is the last seat thought and designed by Samanta Snidaro and Andrea Fino.

Soft Pipe is a chaise lounge covered with soft leather in various colours and metallic parts.

The structure is totally realised in iron pipe covered with compact polyurethane.
You can see the Soft Pipe at IMM Cologne, d³ design talents HALL1/Stand A050

Designers : Samanta Snidaro + Andrea Fino
Visit their website

Ecoist

2007-01-20T14:52:00.001-08:00

"Ecoist offers eco-fashion accessories and eco-friendly gifts to conscious consumers who want to live according to modern aesthetics (aka “Ecoists”). Our products are made mostly from recycled, organic, and non-toxic materials, and are manufactured through our network of fair trade partnerships around the world"

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Black Rubber Lace Coasters

2007-01-20T14:26:00.001-08:00

"These stylish and witty Black Rubber Lace Coasters are a perfect addition to any Christmas dining table. Unusual and practical these drink coasters come in a gift box of 4 and make a unique present. The table coasters are versatile and durable and can be used for both wine and hot drinks. I am sure you will agree that they are a charming stocking filler and a perfect gift for those who like their style instant and eyecatching.Order here

Peter Karpf Gemini Candlesticks

2007-01-20T13:45:00.001-08:00

Peter Karpf Gemini Candlesticks

How cute and romantic !