Brightly coloured tables and chairs are hidden in plain sight between the shelves of this bookcase by graduate designer Orla Reynolds. Former ballet dancer Reynolds, who has just graduated from the Dublin Institute of Technology in Ireland, wanted the movement from bookcase to dining table to reflect a scene change at the theatre.
Designer : Orla Reynolds
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Lit Motors unveils a new electric propotype car called C-1. Combining the small size of a motorcycle and the safety of a car, this car is also nicknamed “rolling smartphone†for its maximal connectiy with mobile devices.
By Lit: “Introducing the C-1, the world’s first gyroscopically stabilized rolling smart phone. This vehicle combines the efficiency and freedom of a motorcycle with the safety and convenience of a car. Offering the alternated to alternatives on an exciting and safe platform, the C-1 transforms your daily commute into something to look forward to.”
Inspired by the twirl of a flamenco skirt, QisDesign introduces Flamenca, a series of decorative, fun lights to brighten home decor. Using LED technology and available in three colors (pink, orange and green), Flamenca lights are not only decorative, but they can help achieve a sort of magical ambiance, whether in your bedroom, study, or for an evening gathering at home. Another exciting detail is that these lamps are interactive – touching the metallic base plate results in different, flowing lighting effects. On or off, I think we can all agree that they’re pretty and sort of whimsical. A fun addition to a contemporary lighting scheme.
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The city of San Pedro in Nuevo León, Mexico is bang on trend with the ‘revolutionary design’ term with some of its local stores that integrate conceptual design and food culture.
“Traditionally serving baked goods in the form of a typical home based bakery since 1988, it offers traditional recipes in an innovative pastry shop and thus, for any local pastry-goers, Catalina Fernández‘s main attraction in the future won’t be only the shop’s baked goodies, but its attention to detail.
The popular Catalina Fernández bakery is celebrated for its progressive perception of a pastry shop whilst sustaining traditional recipes. Under the direction of Anagrama, which is the brand agency to introduce in-store design concepts and brand development strategies, the Catalina Fernández bakery experience will never look the same again. For a start,Anagrama has ensured for a more sophisticated twist to the brand’s identity and a sans serif typeface logo (CF) was thereby introduced. Chic packaging boxes and bags complete with golden foil were printed and Anagrama also oversaw massive changes in the store’s interiorsâ€.
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The design of Urban Beehive is modern, appealing, and respect the natural behavior of the bees. There are 2 parts: the entry passage and flower pot outside, and the glass vessel containing an array of honeycomb frames inside. The glass shell filters light to let through the orange wavelength which bees use for sight. The bees can build their wax cells from the frames that provide a honeycomb texture. In order to calm the bees before you can open this beehive, smoke can be released into it.
You should know that global bee colonies are declining slowly, Urban Beehive design will contribute to the preservation of these beautiful species, encourage the return of the urban bee. Bees produce honey and propolis, once people understand the health benefits of honey and propolis, we’re sure, this Urban Beehive can have an important role in the home apothecary.
Designer : Philips Design
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Mancini Design has created an amazing LEGO-like interior for a coffeehouse called Mocha – Mojo, located in Chennai, India.
Portuguese practice OODA created a proposal for the ‘Istanbul disaster prevention + education centre’ international design competition to implement a facility to protect against and inform of the implications of natural disasters to be located within Istanbul, Turkey. The tilted axis of the geometrical structure is set within a landscape featuring a cultural turkish pattern generating a network of connections to the surrounding context. Leading towards the iconic building, a series of walled pathways are carved into the constructed site and a park is placed upon the generated roof. Programmatic spaces within the multiple and irregular levels intend to host courses, seminars and venues to develop public awareness about earthquakes and floods.
Via Designboom