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Design

Accessorize with the Negative Bracelet Made from Captured Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide

October 19, 2019

With the goal of raising awareness and to help solve the climate crisis, Tito Jankowski and his team have captured and converted atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO2) into solid form to create the Negative bracelet.

Design

The Vannfall Water Jug by Jin Kuramoto Is a Peice of Artwork

October 18, 2019

Created for Nedre Foss, a Norwegian brand specializing in sustainable homeware objects rooted in Scandinavian design, Japanese designer Jin Kuramoto’s Vannfall is a water jug that “has the power of sculpture”.

Store
London

Self-Portrait Flagship Store Mayfair

October 17, 2019

Located in London’s Mayfair district on Albemarle Street, Self-Portrait’s flagship store is the very first stand-alone store for the fashion brand.

Takigawa

October 16, 2019

Measuring just 215 sq ft (20 sq m), Takigawa is a sushi restaurant located in Fukuoka, Japan that provides an intimate dining experience.

Tech

The Fabric Covering of Google’s New Nest Mini Is Made from 100% Recycled Plastic Bottles

October 15, 2019

At an event in New York City, Google has unveiled its second-generation of Nest Mini. Driven by the pledge of using recycled materials in all Google products by 2022, the Nest Mini's fabric covering is made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastic bottles.

Tech

Microsoft’s Xbox Adaptive Controller Enables Those with Disabilities to Play Video Games

October 14, 2019

Created by tech company Microsoft for those with disabilities who are unable to play video games with a standard controller, the Xbox Adaptive Controller is designed to be used alongside compatible assistive aids.

Tech

Boeing and Porsche Have Partnered to Study the Future of Premium Urban Air Mobility

October 13, 2019

As part of the partnership, an international team that utilizes the two company's respective assets, knowledge and skills will be created to analyze the future of premium urban air vehicles and its market potential.

Tech

Google Maps Now Has a Voice Guidance Feature for the Visually Impaired

October 12, 2019

For the 36 million people in the world who are blind, Google Maps has launched a new feature that provides detailed voice guidance for walking navigation.

Design

Snøhetta’s The Best Weapon Installation Promotes Discourse and Peace

October 11, 2019

Commissioned by the Nobel Peace Center, architecture and design practice Snøhetta's installation titled The Best Weapon is described as being "a symbol of diplomacy and dialogue".

Store
Seoul

Acne Studios Cheongdam

October 10, 2019

Situated among the modern, upscale streets of Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Acne Studios' flagship store designed by Sophie Hicks Architects stands boldly as a feat of architecture that is "forceful and exude attitude".

Cafe
Seoul

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October 9, 2019

The meaninglessness of life comes infinite possibilities that give reason and purpose. With this in mind, CREATIVE STUDIO UNRAVEL based in South Korea has designed a cafe composed of minimal spaces, neutral colours and varying materials.

Fashion

Keep Warm This Winter with Frank And Oak’s Outerwear Made from Recycled Plastic Bottles

October 8, 2019

A collection of winter outerwear insulated with polyester fibres sourced from discarded plastic bottles has been created by Canadian clothing brand Frank And Oak.

Design

Flourish Your Plants with Kauppi & Kauppi’s GreenFrame

October 7, 2019

Made for plant lovers who live in parts of the Earth with little daylight, GreenFrame designed by studio Kauppi & Kauppi is a floor screen and divider with intergrated lighting.

Tech

Foldable Dual-Screen Phone Unveiled by Microsoft

October 6, 2019

Said to be "the first Surface to fit in your pocket", Surface Duo features a foldable dual-screen that can be opened and closed like a book.

Design

KakaoTalk’s Adorable IoT Home Appliances Designed by nendo

October 5, 2019

The home appliance collection composed of a humidifier, lamp, alarm clock, air cleaner, sensor, scale and thermometer connects digital with analouge and creates a "synergetic effect between the two".

Design

Panasonic and LAYER’s Balance of Being Product Collection Merges Technology and Wellbeing

October 4, 2019

Japanese electronics corporation Panasonic in collaboration with studio LAYER has designed five concept products that embody the "intersection between home, wellbeing and technology".

Tech

New Alexa-Powered Echo Devices Introduced by Amazon

October 3, 2019

As a means of enabling "even more ways to add Alexa to your daily life—whether at home or on-the-go", retail giant and tech company Amazon has introduced eight new Echo devices.

Tech

Nissan’s IMk Concept Is an All-Electric Vehicle Designed for Urban Commuters

October 2, 2019

A concept of an all-electric vehicle has been unveiled by Nissan Motor Corporation. Called IMk, the EV concept vehicle features Nissan Intelligent Mobility, a vision for "changing how vehicles are powered, driven and connected to society."