Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

Liquid Glacial Table by Zaha Hadid.

Category: Furniture

Liquid Glacial Table by Zaha Hadid

With a translucent table top that looks as if it was made from ice and legs which resemble vortexes of gushing water, the Liquid Glacial Table by Zaha Hadid is one stunning piece of furniture.

The Liquid Glacial table consists of two smaller tables which are combined into an eye catching large dining table. This unique piece of art is cast in clear and coloured acrylic, which appears as if it was frozen in time while transitioning between the different states of water, liquid (water) to solid (ice). Its design embeds surface complexity and refraction within a powerful fluid dynamic.

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Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

Mirror Clearer by Dewa Design.

Category: Decoration

Mirror Clearer

Not only car windshields needs wipers, the Mirror Clearer by Dewa Design is exactly what it looks like, a mirror wiper for your bathroom mirror.

Everybody knows this scenario: You get out of the shower, look into your bathroom mirror and it is fogged up, sending you looking a towel. German designer Dewa Bleisinger came up with the solution. Behold the Mirror Clearer! It is an add-on wiper which is easily attached onto your mirror using a suction cup.

It is about time to become familiar with the alternative scenario: You steam up your bathroom as much as you like and when you come out, you simply rotate the Mirror Clearer and with one simple move, presto! Clear view.

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Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

Foscarini Magneto Lamp by Giulio Iacchetti.

Category: Lighting

Foscarini Magneto Lamp by Giulio Iacchetti

The Magento Lamp is a stylish and super flexible lamp designed by Italian designer Giulio Iacchetti for Foscarini, the heart of the design is a magnetic sphere.

Sleek and sophisticated it is available in either table lamp version or floor lamp version and is perfect to be used as a reading lamp. Unlike conventional lamps that have stiff necks or multiple pivot points, the Magento lamp uses a magnetic ball allows the light fixture to move and pivot freely into any direction. A series of dimples on the base’s vertical arm stop the ball from just rolling off its base. The force of magnetism joins the two elements of which it is made, the light source housing and the base, in a simple practical way which defines its elegant, minimalist form.

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Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

Flat Pack Leather Laptop Bag by Hard Graft.

Category: Fashion

Hard Graft Flat Pack

The Flat Pack Driftwood by Austrian brand Hard Graft is a very stylish leather laptop bag which combines practicality, awesome quality and edgy design.

On the outside the bag is made of beautiful caramel colored Italian cow leather, juxtaposed with sand colored Italian suede. This ultra-premium leather is 100% vegetable tanned, hand selected, dyed in age old wooden drums and hand Finished.

The inner padding is made of a premium blend of German made wool felt. Juxtaposing high-end materials to create unique designs, surely adds a level of sophistication and demonstrates quality craftsmanship and attention to detail.

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Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

SlipinSleep bed by Massimo Tassone for Pallucco.

Category: Furniture

Pallucco Slipinsleep

The SlepinSleep bed was designed by Massimo Tassone for Pallucco and it is an elegant minimalist bed with futuristic styling.

Its main distinguishing feature is the distinctive headboard, which appears to be a continuation of the wall that the bed rests against. Everything about the design of this unique bed is compact and light. The concealed legs add to the overall effect of lightness, almost creating the impression of floating in mid-air.

A timeless design by Massimo Tassone that is subtle, yet impressive.

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Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

Exploded Photography by Adam Voorhes.

Category: Art

Adam Voorhes Exploded

Photographer Adam Voorhes deconstructs a number of objects and presents an “Exploded” diagram of their inner complexity literally frozen in time.

It is a very interesting photographic experiment, which showcases Adam’s technical skill and ability. However at the same time illustrates the inner complexity found in everyday objects, which we perceive as common, simple and easy to manufacture. The “Exploded” series shows items such as an old telephone, a rugby helmet and a gun, taken apart and frozen…….

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Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

Enzo Ferrari Museum by Future Systems.

Category: Various

Enzo Ferrari Museum

The Museo Casa Enzo Ferrari is now officially open in Modena, Italy. Unlike the nearby Ferrari Museum in Maranello, this awesome museum is dedicated to the man behind the iconic brand and not to the cars themselves.

The museum facility is an interesting blend of old and new, technology and tradtion. It is located near the Maserati plant and incorporates the birthplace of Enzo Ferrari himself, as well as his workshop, combined with a futuristic new building designed by Future Systems. The museum’s new building was designed by architect Jan Kaplický, who died before its completion, and Andrea Morgante, who completed the project.Its roof resembles the shape of a race car hood, while the characteristic roof windows are inspired by the air intake vents found on Ferrari racing cars….

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Post archives: May 2012

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May
2012

Window Solar Charger by XD Design.

Category: Technology

XD Design Window Solar Charger

Charge your iPhone or any other USB enabled mobile device free and ecologically with the innovative Window Solar Charger by XD Design.

The Window Solar Charger can be used to charge your mobile phone, MP3 player, iPhone, android phone, or any other gadget that charges through USB, using the power of the sun. There are many different flavors of solar chargers currently available, but what makes the “XD Design Solar Charger” unique, is that it is easily attachable to any window.

The window-mount option makes this charger extremely versatile. You can easily attach it where it will get the most direct sunlight and of course it instantly becomes a first-class car gadget, as it easily mounts to your windscreen.  Finally the built-in 1300mAh battery will collect energy during the day, so that you can conveniently charge your mobile phone even at night.

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