This is a prototype of the Cloud sofa by Tokujin Yoshioka. It is made of paper, probably the same kind as these paper bags by Saskia Diez. Moroso will produce them later with different fabrics and other materials for daily use.
There are so many previews of the Milan furniture fair recently, I’m wondering if there is going any new product launch at all in Milan.
This video of the Vegetal Chair by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, shows you the different design iterations they went through to get to the final result. The different drawings illustrate the whole “growing” process. The chair is available from Vitra.
Baker Tweet is one of the best Twitter applications I have seen. With this box, your favorite bakery can let every follower know what’s fresh out of the oven. The baker can pick the right pre-written message with the knob on the box and then press a button. Boom, there is a queue.
Made by Poke.
This teddy bear called Kuma is not the kind you would give to a child. It is made of paper and was designed by the Japanese architect Ryuji Nakamura. The visual effect is really nice.
found at designboom weblog
The Windup Flashlight by Lavrans Laading works without any batteries. You just have to twist it, the energy is then stored in some springs and slowly released to a generator. This prototype can run for 2 to 3 minutes on one charge. An old concept with a nice twist.
found at designboom weblog
“Saving Space Vase” by Joe Velluto. After molding the initial form, pressure is applied to it to obtain this dented look. The vase is inspired by how we compact empty plastic bottles.
I quite like the simplicity of Collection One by Hundredstenunits. I really would like to know how they fitted the LED’s into that lamp.
found at dezeen
“Tensile Series” by James Clar is a series of spatial light sculptures that use tense wires to create a self-supporting structure. The wires that create tension, holding up the structure, also provide the electricity. They are minimal sculptures and floor lamps.
Alice Wang designed 5 “Chairs for the Dysfunctional”. The “Skilled Tilter” would fit me perfectly, it would also be interesting to try out the “Constant Shaker”. It calculates the amount of calories burnt when one fidgets or shakes their leg when sitting down. The “Status Announcer” would be for everyone with a Facebook or Twitter account.
found at dezeen
