The HYmini is a handheld, universal charger/adapter device that harnesses renewable wind power and conventional wall plug power to recharge almost all your 5V digital gadgets - cell phones, MP3 players, iPods, PDAs, digital cameras...

Spy is an artist from Madrid. His work consists in the playful reappropiation of urban elements, that he replicates or transforms and then installs in the street.

Wax still-life by Jolynn Krystosek.

Andy Uprock is a Sydney based artist whos work includes transforming streetscapes into large floating cup installations. The method and practice of his work runs parallel to the culture of graffiti and he titles this movement 'Cuprocking.'

Cigler Marani Architects designed this courtyard park within a complex of office buildings in Prague. It's a patchwork of fun.

Belvedere : the new helmets from Ateliers Ruby. Really classy !

ANTHEM MAGAZINE profiles Ksubi with an interview at their Australian offices.

Food chain friends!

Swiss army knife chocolates ! Cool and not dangerous...

Gamsbarts (traditional feather pins from Bavaria) - "traditionally worn on the hat of hunters in the Alpine region of Europe. In theory, the size of the gamsbart reflects the size of the manliness." by Franz Blumtritt and Sons est. 1923

Luis Porem's Trico Chair - made from three materials (wood, metal and textile) in three colors.

the w house from alpha architects in kyoto japan: working up and down to save space the husband and wife architecture team created a seamless but ridged minimalist flow with one of the greatest staircases i've seen...

Liquid Tree is an liquid feedback display for water saving in the shower, provides an aesthetic experience, and persuades people to attend a sustainable lifestyle.

Stunning new screen print from London based type designer Seb Lester. The lettering used is part of a charming 19th century alphabet by the brilliant lettering artist, Daniel T. Ames.

Australia-based architecture firm Arkhefield has developed a unique classroom - Creative Pavilion. The idea behind the building was to stimulate the social and learning values within the school through contrasting and existing spaces.

More Ai Weiwei love (see also post 15524) - a sculpture of China - not sure how it's made - extruded with wood veneer? or carved wood? Either way - beautiful!

Origami Business Cards, by Milos Milosevic.

The photos professor Pennsylvania State University Gary Settles, who is the director of the university’s gas dynamics laboratory.

Portuguese architects Aires Mateus turned an old lighthouse into a sleek white museum. Photos by Joao Morgado.

A corrugated pressboard wall by Enzo Mari - ten panels with different decorations, perforations and shapes to enhance a kid's playtime.

Cataline Estrada sent over one of her amazing prints from the Backyard show she did in collaboration with Pancho Tolchinsky ~ check out how nice her packaging of it was!

Leo Kempf designed this house for his cat, Olive, complete with a panoramic plexi-glass window, a thick sheepskin rug, some small paintings for the walls, and a cardboard scratching porch.

Toilet Graffiti Embroideries by artist Frances Goodman

I have yet to attend a mustachioed wedding party, but fake mustaches at wedding do look fun. check out more pics via offbeat bride.

Torsten Klocke designed this beautiful birdhouse - Rohbau - a concrete shell in an iconic form.

"Word's Aren't Always Meant To Be Read." The popular poster is now available as a t-shirt from Ugmonk.

Famous maletier Goyard is doing a charity auction with Curie ( Cancer Research for Women ). The most famous french actresses and celebrities are designing their own very unique bags.

The new animated video from Mascott's Art Project

Enjoying the slight curve of the Method Lounge by Davis Furniture.

It is a watch, ring, and necklace all in one! stainless steel, molded shape, standard size seven-fits most, adjustable chain necklace with charm sold with-28 inches long, japanese movement, signature La Mer Collections' face, mineral glass crystal.

All Year Rings by Tithi Kutchamuch and Nutre Arayavanish.

Talk about customization! Pick this one, other artist tees, or create your own Tee at Burger King Studio!

Formosa Mustache Keyring Designed by Eva Schildt for Simplicitas, made of Stainless steel, enamel 2.75" ~ add that to the stocking stuffer list!

Soji Silk Solar Lanterns ~ one of my latest obsessions, these lanterns are like super sunjars! 2 bright leds, amazingly dramatic shadows/outdoor lighting!

The 50th anniversary of the Peace Sign is upon us - here's a brief history of the iconic image.

The Magnolia lamp by Autoban is reminiscent of topography and flora.

Love the strong lines of Michael Hill's golf course Clubhouse, designed by Pattersons Architects in New Zealand.

The Snowshoe chair by Luflic - inspired by traditional wood snowshoe construction.

Globo Logos, by Julien Vallée, was created for the Earth Day. Very a good work by mixing traditional animation and animation 3D.

Each minimal package carries bold tabloid style text, telling you everything you may not already know about the contents. [click brand identity > packaging > waitrose herbs]

The Ljus Kron baby stroller will be available in either a 3 or 4 wheel version.

Jason Cho's elephant print on this possible hoodie is adorable

Sprint - Plug into now ~ a page of amazing widgets to show you the state of the world - NOW.

Ginger Anyhow ~ Embroidered Text Messages - bizarre and fascinating to follow this story of love and break up...

Awesome Food Chain skull poster of animal silhouettes by Mark Forsman Design

hiranao tsuboi of 100% at design tide ~ awesome LED watch!