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Electric Mercedes-Benz
In: vehicle design
24 Jan 2011
Mercedes-Benz has recently unveiled in Detroit the SLS AMG E-CELL, the brand new electric car of the next generation. Featured with 4 synchronous electric motors mounted next to each wheel, the SLS AMG E-CELL provides a great handling and can reach a speed of 130mph in 12s. The new Mercedes-Benz will be powered by lithium-ion batteries.
This minimalistic child`s riding horse get a name “Rocker” and was introduced recently at the “imm cologne” in Germany.
London designer from Doshi Levien about the Rocker: “While observing young children, we found that most things of interest to them are not figurative but everyday objects that are not intended for play! Children find their own imaginative purpose for any object already in the home. This observation prompted us to create a “Rocker” for Richard Lampert that is like a found object, an improvised ride. Moulded seat with solid oak rockers.”
Corrugated Outdoor Furniture by Joel Escalona
In: furniture design
20 Jan 2011
Mexican designer Joel Escalona created modern and stylish outdoor furniture collections dubbed “X Outdoor Collection” and “V Outdoor Collection”. They are characterized by a metal structure appearance and a construction reminding of a corrugated cardboard that is made from soft synthetic fibers. The collections offer a number of different table-and-chair sets, daybeds etc. available in various colors from the neutral grey or brown to flashy pink, orange and green.
Flexible Cell Phone by Paz Brouk
12 Jan 2011
The folding cell phone by industrial designer Paz Brouk could solve the women problem to find their cellphone in a bag or a purse. The phone was dubbed the “Gabler” and besides common functions of modern cell phone it has one unique – it canhang over a purse, so it is always ready at hand. The secret is a flexible screen and covering that allow to fold the phone in the middle in a diagonal line.
http://www.amazingadgets.com/Gadgets/technology-news/a-cellphone-for-women-and-men-with-manbags.php
Suitcase / Closet by Psychicfactory
10 Jan 2011
Today, we are going to have a look at a prototype of a suitcase that is actually not a suitcase. It is a suitcase and a dresser, 2in1. Psychicfactory came up with a one of a kind design that is very simple. Who would not like to have ironed cloths when travelling, to keep your cloth perfect while travelling is a challenge. Still, Psychicfactory did it, this suitcase has a series of drawers sliding out the front and a pull handle that serves as bar to suspend your favourit dress or shirt on.
Monolith Clock by Negrocobre Design Studio
In: clock design
7 Jan 2011
This year`s winner of Red Dot Design Award “Monolith” clock by Negrocobre Design Studio is not only a clock but an art-piece. This block shaped clock with polished glass or plastic surface is powered by batteries. The time is displayed on two sides of the block on an LEG display. It is not that big as it looks like, it can be placed on any office furniture or a coffee table. Negrocobre designers break the classical idea that time should be specified by only one boundary. The time displayed by Monolith clock moves in more than one dimension.
Ottoman by Daniel Becker
In: furniture design
5 Jan 2011
A classic ottoman should not have arm neither back support. Nevertheless German designer Daniel Becker has created a comfortable ottoman dubbed “Hunting lines” where one can sit and lean back on. The yellow line accentuates the smooth and simple shape and unveils the inspiration for the name “Hunting lines”.
Solar Reader Biblio Leaf by Toshiba
In: computer design|consumer electronics design|devices design
3 Jan 2011
Another e-book reader has recently come up on Japanese market. Biblio Leaf by Toshiba and KDDI will be available for Japanese KDDI customers with a contract for $20/month. Design is suble, it features tall electronic paper display with a resolution of 800X600pxl and a number of buttons to change pages and other functions. It includes a touch stylus. Moreover Biblio Leaf allows you to bring your books wherever you go without worrying about charging it while it features a front-mounted solar panel put in its body. Producers claim it will juice up the battery enough that users cano read up to 7500 pages on a one charge. Besides that it includes 2GB of memory which can be expanded via a microSD card,Wi-Fi and 3G connectivity.
http://inhabitat.com/toshiba-unveils-new-solar-powered-e-book-reader/
Ora (il)Legale Clock by Denis Guidone
In: clock design
30 Dec 2010
The practice of temorarily advancing clock during summertime (DTS) has been constantly criticized. Although, summer time is still reality. Clock shifts though still involves manual adjustments or buttons on many clocks. Milan designer Denis Guidone has come with a simple design idea of a table clock dubbed “Ora (il)Legale” that has regular round shape with a small detail. The base of the clock has two small flat sides, so when you need to shift to summer time (DTS) you just tilt the clock on the side. Denis Guidon`s design is an asymmetrical shaped clock in minimal black and white colours, sublte but still stylish design.
Puzzle Furniture System “Modi” by Moredesign
In: furniture design
29 Dec 2010
Looking for a stylish furniture for a low price? Founded! “Modi” system by Moredesign looks like a masterpiece of a well-known designer but it is still affordable to ordinary customers. Can not decide whether you want an ottoman or an armchair? With the “Modi” system you get both. Individual pieces are interchangeable, so your armchair can transform within few minutes into an ottoman. Besides the chair system, Moredesign provides a couch and stool “Modi” system allowing you to transform an L-shaped couch into a guest bed for exemple. The black base serves as a framework, it is up to customer to pick the right “plug in” cushion parts that fit in his space.
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