Taking the concept of the productivity-themed 99% conference to heart, Behance recently re-launched the 99% site as a resource chock block full of articles, interviews, tips and videos all geared towards making ideas happen.
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
The 99% Site and Conference
Taking the concept of the productivity-themed 99% conference to heart, Behance recently re-launched the 99% site as a resource chock block full of articles, interviews, tips and videos all geared towards making ideas happen.
Victoria Mason Miniature Readymade Jewelry
Miniaturizing some of our favorite objects in sterling silver, Victoria Mason's line of sterling silver jewelry satisfies a penchant both for all things tiny and for readymades. Her designs replicate the beauty of the everyday, items like clothespins, sneakers and pencil shavings. A fork and knife earring set "feed your senses" and make the perfect gift for foodies or just those who love cuteness.
Mason's jewelry sells through Oye Modern starting at AU$55.
via: cool hunting.
Swirls and Whirls
A glimpse of the Sol LeWitt mural, ‘Swirls and Whirls,’ being constructed in the Columbus Circle subway station, via NY Times
via: artobserved.
Monday, August 24, 2009
THE ORIGIN SINK
Jin-woog Koo and Jae-han Song from NOTHING Design Group took creativity to a whole new level and created one of the most unique wash basins we could possibly imagine. Drawing inspiration from the water stream that flows into the sea, The Origin is an allegorical design that uses a stone as its tap. All you have to do is “plug” the cobblestone in the water source and the tap is closed.
Via: designcrave
Island House.
By IROJE KHM Architects in Kangwon-do, South Korea.
Architect: HyoManKim, IROJE KHM Architects, Seoul
Location: GaPyeong, GyeongGi
Site area: 955 square meters
Building area: 337.33 square meters
Gross floor area: 728.02 square meters
Stories: Basement and Two Floors
Photo: Sergio Pironne // seen @ wallpaper
Year: 2008
Via: yatzer
SPACE TEK'S RODRIGUEZ DJ TABLES
With their Custom Rodriguez DJ tables. Made from solid wood, brushed stainless steel, and hand-applied veneer, each table is customizable with as many pedestals and spaces as you need.
Price: $3,000-$3,900
Via: flylfy
i-3D VIDEO GLASSES
Displaying images at 920,000 pixels per LCD at an aspect ratio of 4:3, the head-mounted display is capable of being hooked up to any standard video source, off which it displays stereoscopic virtual images on a screen sized 80 x 69 inches. Priced at $399, the head-mounted display weighs 2.4 ounces, has stereo ear bud type speakers and delivers a wide 35° diagonal viewing angle. Featuring USB charger cable, remote control and adjustable brightness and contrast, the i-3D Video Glasses derive power from a 1,000mAh rechargeable lithium-ion battery that lasts for about 3.5 hours on a single charge.
Via: gizmowatch
Friday, August 21, 2009
Heavy Metal Ice Cream Smile
This September, you can head out to the Corey Helford Gallery to see Buff Monster newest solo exhibition - Heavy Metal Ice Cream Smile.
Sweet indulgence is the flavor of the day as Buff Monster broadens his artistic range with delicious narratives that bounce from happy to satanic. For the show, bright geometric and camouflage patterns are juxtaposed against dark monochromatic themes, and new fluorescent orange and yellow hues sprinkle his acrylic-on-birch squirting landscapes. Buff Monster continues to develop his trademark pink palette, titillating kanji translations and Superfl at technique while experimenting with stipling and repetition to create illusion and depth.
The show will feature his new book Life Is Sweet: The Art of Buff Monster, limited-edition signed and numbered serigraphs and a giant custom balloon installation. The opening reception for will take place on Saturday, September 5 from 7PM until 10PM, and will be on view until September 26, 2009.
Corey Helford Gallery
8522 Washington Boulevard
Culver City, CA 90232
via: plasticandplush.
CHRIS BOARDMAN'S THEFT-PROOF & PUNCTURE-FREE BICYCLE
Olympic cyclist Chris Boardman was today unveiling a design that he believes will be an everyday product within 20 years. The 40-year-old said the technology was already available, it just needed the will to put it all together.
The new bike includes an inbuilt computer system incorporating an 'unbreakable' locking device that allows only the owner to open it via fingerprint recognition
A mini computer on the handlebars counts the calories the cyclist is burning by monitoring each turn of the pedals.
Chris Boardman in action. The Olympic cyclist has designed a bike of the future
Spoke-less wheels make the bike more aerodynamic while the tyres will be puncture-proof with self-inflating tyres.
Owners of the bike, which is still being designed, won't even always have to pedal - a battery-assisted motor run by solar panels takes over if they get tired.
Plus the frame is made of carbon fibre, making the bike strong and lightweight.
Boardman, who led a research team for British Cycling in the run-up to the Beijing Olympics, said the bike would not be 'financially feasible' for 20 years.
However, the 1992 Olympic gold medalist for the four-kilometre pursuit added: 'It could be built now if there was a will. All the technologies are already there, it's just that nobody's put them all together before.'
Tom Bogdanowicz, campaign manager at London Cycling Campaign, said: 'Some of the ideas behind this bike are clearly things cyclists want. But it really needs to be affordable.'
Via: dailymail
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Write it in Sand
Kseniya Simonova, the winner of Ukraine's got talent, recounts Germany conquering Ukraine in the second world war. Powerful and moving.
Lanvin Fall/Winter 2009 High Top Sneaker | Brown/Red
Etch-a-Sketch 3D
o2 Creative Solutions is an "experience design firm" that seeks to combine design, communications and technology. Up above is their Etch-a-Sketch-inspired Sketch-3D tool: Sketch-3D is an interactive, integrated software/hardware system that enables users to create their own anaglyphic 3D drawings. By using a ubiquitous interface metaphor (the "Etch-a-Sketch"), Sketch-3D allows anyone to participate in generating stereoscopic imagery in a way that is simple and engaging. In addition to the personal experience, Sketch-3D can be scaled to work with any output device from large scale projection to plasma displays to an integrated LCD. This versatility allows for Sketch-3D to be tailored to fit a wide array of installation environments.
No word on how to erase it, but we're guessing you have to get two people to rip it off the wall and shake it vigorously.
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HONDA RA-X CONCEPT
The Honda RA-X Concept from designer Xuacu Pérez Quesada was developed as a credible vehicle that would be fit for production with currently available technology and systems. The concept was designed to mark Honda’s presence in motorsports, and hence carries the letters RA.
The exterior of the concept shows smooth, crossing lines that form a theoretical “X,” and the engine on the mid-engine sportscar remains visible through the glass covering. The rear shows prominent engine vents and LED tail-lamps arranged in a triangular shape. The design is dominated by steep ridges, but its smooth surfaces add dynamism to the model. It measures at length 4050 / height 1163 / 1940 width. The two-seater has a 350hp MR engine supplying power to the rear wheels.
Via: automotto
Côte et Ciel Fall '09
With its alien-like profile, Côte et Ciel's new Laptop Rucksack looks like the latest fashion-forward futurist accessory. Its thoughtful and practical design, on the other hand, both works for laptop-toters and, thanks to the large expandable exterior pocket, transitions easily to a weekend duffel with enough room for all your travel essentials.
A well-placed posterior pocket secures and protects laptops during a commute or longer hauls. The rucksack solves the weight displacement issue that comes from cramming all of my essentials (iPod, Blackberry, wallet) into one top zipper pocket, I especially appreciate the convenience of multiple interior pockets.
Using premium materials, including recycled PET bottle fabric, durable cotton canvas and premium microfiber, this season also introduces a messenger bag version.
No stranger to laptop sleeves, Côte et Ciel makes theirs from high-grade neoprene, free of zippers or any other unnecessary bulk. (Four out of four CH editors use one.) Their recent collaboration with British artist Jon Burgerman brings his montage of whimsical creatures to their sleeves and a couple other products.
The other stand-out item in the new collection combines wallets and phones into one on-the-go item. Integrating a slim pocket into the minimal design, the microfiber pouch feels soft to the touch (though it does make pulling it out of certain pants pockets tricky) and holds cards, cash and other essentials, in addition to protecting phones with little bulk.
The Côte et Ciel's Laptop Rucksack and iPhone Pouch will debut soon on their site for purchase. Pick up their collaborative laptop sleeves now at Burgerplex for just under $60.
via: coolhunting.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Comme des Garcons
The latest assortment from the heralded Japanese label boasts a wide variety of t-shirts, patterned knits, a blazer, and trench coat, all featured in the line’s distinct use of black and white color tones.
Via: hypebeast
THE 45 NANO CASE
For the 4th generation iPod Nano. Designed by Contexture Design, a creative duo based in Vancouver, Canada. Made from old cassette tapes.
"45 Nano Cases are made from reclaimed cassette tapes, gutted, routered and rebuilt to fit your 4th generation iPod nano."
Via: likecool
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