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September 27, 2007
Wind Up Lamp
For people who need a night light or just some reading light to get the lull of sleep to kick in, this wind up lamp by Yuko Taguchi has your name all over it. I love the simple shape and the giant wind up ring. They don't mention how much time passes before the power runs out but I can totally imagine using this when I read in bed. It only takes me about half an hour before I knock out. I needs one like now.
via Gearfuse
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September 24, 2007
A Whale Of A Bathtub
Ever since I moved into my new place, I've been enjoying the luxury of having a big deep bathtub. I know baths totally waste water but there's a distinct difference between showering and bathing. When I take baths, it's to relax, not bathe therefor it's a recreational activity and like any other recreational activity, moderation is the key.
My favorite tub is the Thalassor Baleina whirlpool tub because it looks like a little whale. The water flows out of a spout that looks like a whale's tale. The body is wide and deep and the three temperature knobs look like teeth. Aside from the aesthetics, the Baleina which i think translates into "baleen" is equipped with an array of jets and lights to make bath time the most relaxing time of day.
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Little Robot Is My Watch
Robots are awesome okay? This little timepiece is brought to you by Cataloger in Japan and can be yours for just $35. You can move his arms and he can be removed to stand as a desk clock. Cute right? I soooo want one. Anybody wanna help out? :)
via Geekoloogie
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A Boomerang If You Like Pretty Lights
I like anything with pretty lights. They hypnotize me. Take for instance the Scimitar Boomerang designed by Eric Darnell. This beautiful night shot was taken to show off the pretty oscillating pattern produced by the Scimitar's embedded LEDS. Hmm, I'm tempted to get crafty now.
You can read more about the science of boomerangs in the current issue of Popular Mechanics.
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Crumbs
Hey came up with a pretty cool idea. I love toast but dang if it ain't crummy. This plate has a small brush stowed away in the corner. After you finish your toast, pull the brush out and sweep all the crumbs onto the plate. Simple huh?
more pictures after the jump
via Yanko Design
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September 21, 2007
You Do Funny Stuff In A Bathrobe
I know I do. For some reason I'm totally giddy and happy after a hot shower or a long bath. It makes me wanna sing, dance, prance, and if you're so inclined, pirouette in this very matrix-y bathrobe. The pattern is based on the movement of dancing Dervishes - you know those skirt wearing dancers that effortless spin like tops while staying perfectly centered. When you spin in this bathrobe, you get the same effect. The collar is one large, rolled-up bath towel. The sleeves are oversized so you can double back them. The result is a dashing, hussar-like appearance.
Now if you get your partner one, the both of you can reenact the great battle scene between Neo and Agent Smith.
via Yanko Design
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September 20, 2007
Cardine Origami Chair
In decorating my apartment, I find adding a few ultra modern or highly conceptual pieces can really make a room full of neutrals come together. I would love to have Cardine's Origami Chair. This isn't just another resin or injection molded plastic. It really folds. It may look uncomfortable but it's all about the booty area. A little throw pillow or fanny pad, and you're all set.
via Yanko Design
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September 18, 2007
A Laptop With Holographic Tendencies
This Sony Vaio Zoom notebook concept is hot! Made from glass and plastic, it employs holographic technology to display images and controls. When off, the screen is totally transparent and the keyboard is opaque. Turn it on and holograms come to life. The technologies involved are a ways off but here's hoping they come sooner than later.
Another pic after the jump.
via Yanko Design
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Have You Seen Toyota's Smart Car Competitor?
It's called the IQ and tho it's just a concept, Toyota wants it to be the most affordable car ever. The design is sound and all the components are real. However safety is a key concern for the company as is reliability and they refuse to release a super compact car until those concerns meet with their standards. In the mean time, check out how short the the IQ is. Only when superimposed on Toyota's smallest car in the U.S., the Yaris, can you see how tiny it is.
More pics after the jump.
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September 13, 2007
The BMW X6 Concept Is Hot
Check out the BMW X6 CUV concept. It's a sports sedan puffed up to a hatch. Clearly retains BMW's trademark design and don't let its fat appearance fool you. According to designer Chris Bangle, it's all sports car underneath.
This thing is just plain sex. I LOVE hatchbacks. And on top of this, the X6 concept demonstrates BMW's own custom hybrid technology. A sexy sporty car that's "green" too? Sign me up! Hit the jump for more pictures and a video of the official unveiling.
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The Troja Arc Light
Check out this arc light called the Troja by HansandFrans. It's a modern twist on those giant orbital spheres from the 60's and 80's. I know some of you still have them. This one is a lot cleaner and def. more my steed. I want one. Another pic after the jump.
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September 5, 2007
A Cat And An Apple
Jaguar's Design Director Ian Callum let it slip the company's latest offering, the XF, is a direct result of working with Apple. I'm not talking about the look of the car. I'm talking about the interface and if you know anything about Apple, you know they are applauded for creating some of the most intuitive and sexiest interfaces in the industry. A big portion of this "collaboration" is the XF's new start button. It's a giant knob that takes the place of a standard stick. When activated, it "pulses and vibrates" as if the car is breathing. Once running, the hidden vents rise up and the "Jaguar Drive" digital interface initializes.
Wow, I know this is sorta old news but I wanted to find out as much as I could before posting, particularly this "Jaguar Drive" interface. Unfortunately, looks like I'll have to wait for the XF's to arrive at my local dealership. Another interesting tidbit is Callum's comment about simplifying. One of Apple's trademarks is eliminating buttons; this in an age when cars are getting more buttons with every revision. I can't wait to test drive this car.
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Modernizing The Eames Lounger Chair
Eames is probably one of the greatest and most recognizable furniture designers of the mid-century era. His designs still has people paying top dollar for an original. One of his most famous pieces is the Eames lounger and ottoman. I personally love the design but I'm more futurist in my aesthetic tastes and so when I saw the Tok, I knew I had hit pay dirt.
The Tok looks like a modernized version of the Eames lounger but still retains many of the Eames' trademarks like wood paneling and organic forms. I would love to have this set in my living room but alas, it's £1,629 and I'm not even going to convert that into U.S. dollars. I already know it's out of my price range.
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September 3, 2007
Geert Goiris Photography
A co-worker showed me this photo taken by Geert Goiris. At first glance I wasn't sure if it were actually a real photograph. I found a series of his images and they all feature these isolated and alienated landscapes. There's something eerie and weird about all of his images but yet so interesting and dreamlike.
Thanks Craig.
Check out his works at edwardmitterrand.
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