Love this GIF-TY polaroid camera for capturing ‘movements’ and making them tangible. This unique camera allows you to print out short flipbook animations, so that you can physically keep the memories of precious moments alive in a fun way. GIF-TY’s Animations can be physically edited, and clipped on a separately designed module. Nametags can be attached to those clips just like old videotapes. Technologically: GIF-TY is a combination of a burst-shot camera, and a ‘Zero-I
These perplexing time apps were created for the much-raved about I’m Watch smartwatch, and transform the basic resting face of the device into the time-telling puzzle of your choice. No ticking hands, no big numbers… hit the jump to see if you can figure out each without reading how to decipher them! Tritime – uses twelve color triangles to represent hours and twelve smaller triangles to represent 5 minute sections. Timenine – hours are shown in big color numbers while minutes
Life Triangle is a life raft featuring a multi-directional triangular shape so that it doesn’t capsize easily. Apparently the triangular structure prevents the raft from turning over, a fear often associated with smaller rafts. The boat involves automatic inflation and features a movable signal light containing GPS technology. Anything that keeps you safe on the high seas has my vote! Life Triangle is a 2012 red dot award: design concept winner. Designers: Prof. Shi Yuanwu, Hu Sumei & Wu C
From keeping record of the sun’s rotations around the earth to the face of a clock, we have always used circles to track time…. but why are our calendars square?! The Round Method is an annual calendar that begs this very question. Its circular structure corresponds to the year more sensibly than conventional calendars and with its all-encompassing visual nature, its perfect for long-term goal setting. Get it here in a digital version you can print. See how it works —> Pla
Just like the name suggests, the Easy-to-View Compass makes reading the radius of circles or arcs in technical drawings a cinch. Numerical values are instantly calculated and displayed on its bright LCD screen. It’s not only more accurate, but decreases fatigue by eliminating the needs to constantly readjust and monitor the setting. Designers: Cheol Woong Seo & Jae Hee Park - Yanko Design Timeless Designs - Explore wonderful concepts from around the world! Shop CKIE - We are more
Designer Rugs has garnered an internationally acclaimed reputation for their meticulously handcrafted rugs. Exhibiting in New York for the first time at this year’s International Contemporary Furniture Fair (May 16-21, New York), visitors will have the opportunity to view a carefully curated capsule collection that highlights their extraordinary passion and craftsmanship. Designer Rugs collaborates with some of the most gifted antipodean designers and artists of their generation. Featuring at I
The SOLO is a unified laundry system for single folks. Besides being compact and wall mounted, the system cleans, irons, de-stains and refreshes clothes using modern technologies. For a better part it works on the water-less washing system by employing UV lights etc. I love it for its futuristic clean sweep style and ‘shirt-shower’ function! Designer: Chanhee Han - Yanko Design Timeless Designs - Explore wonderful concepts from around the world! Yanko Design Store - We are about more t
ZIPcycle is the next evolution of the bicycle, aerodynamically optimized for less exertion & higher cruising speeds. In short, the rider gets more output with less input! The position of the rider is streamlined & elements are enclosed with fairings to greatly reduce drag; so much so that about 40% less energy is required to maintain a cruising speed of 20MPH (double the average commuting speed). The ergonomic riding stance also reduces handlebar strain & seat pressure… all this
This ultramodern foosball table, designed for the renowned Toulet brand, is truly minimalist in stainless steel, chrome, and black satin laminate. It keeps things simple and stylish to fit anywhere from the game room of your home to the professional office environment. almost too pretty to play! Designer: Adrien Lefebvre - Yanko Design Timeless Designs - Explore wonderful concepts from around the world! Yanko Design Store - We are about more than just concepts. See what's hot at the YD
We are well aware that Adonit is set on making tools that help creative people stay creative, even on the go. With our increased dependency on tablets like the iPad and innovative apps, drawing and sketching on using technology is a natural extension of who we are now. The latest Jot 4 Stylus overcomes many of the obstacles that were posed earlier, thanks to innovative solutions like Palm Rejection. With the goal to remove barriers that limit thought and creation, Adonit strives to make drawin
Two of my biggest pet peeves are being cold and wet after a hot shower and water dripping on the floor!! This ingenious device called the Air Shower solves both problems by instantly transforming from shower head to heat dryer after you’re finished rinsing off. Dry off your bod, stay warm, and keep water from collecting on the floor! What better tech company to tackle the solution than Dyson with their patented air taps? Do want! Designer: Adrien Lefebvre - Yanko Design Timeless De
Elixir is a high-quality OLED desk lamp that can fold in three directions and be tucked down along the edge of a desk when not in use. A power outlet is conveniently positioned on its arm so that you can charge your phone or any other gadget using it. The design is space saving and effective. Moreover it is simplistic and maybe this is why I have a soft spot for it. Elixir can be folded three ways (down, up, and over), it can be installed on any side of the desk using the clamp. The arm can ro
