when perusing core77's excellent coverage of ITP thesis presentations, josh klein's crow vending machine caught my eye.  shaping crows to pick up loose change in exchange for peanuts.

when perusing core77's excellent coverage of ITP thesis presentations, josh klein's crow vending machine caught my eye. shaping crows to pick up loose change in exchange for peanuts.

nice!
#4275
problem!
we cant resist a good wheel.  check out wheels o' wisdom.  the offerings include choose your religion, dial an excuse and probably dying.   get spinning.

we cant resist a good wheel. check out wheels o' wisdom. the offerings include choose your religion, dial an excuse and probably dying. get spinning.

nice!
#4274
problem!
havent been to kansas city in a while.  steven holl architects have recently unveiled the nelson-atkins museum of art.  very impressive.  via designboom.

havent been to kansas city in a while. steven holl architects have recently unveiled the nelson-atkins museum of art. very impressive. via designboom.

nice!
#4273
problem!
Sofa Brick. Make your own sofa...wall art...whatever! Awesome cork creations. by Aya Koike

Sofa Brick. Make your own sofa...wall art...whatever! Awesome cork creations. by Aya Koike

nice!
#4272
problem!
Saskatoon based visual artist, Todd Gronsdahl's collaborative project with Thesis, Matt Feyld, noyz319, soso and others.

Saskatoon based visual artist, Todd Gronsdahl's collaborative project with Thesis, Matt Feyld, noyz319, soso and others.

nice!
#4271
problem!
When the amount of water is adjusted to the DO RE MI"printed in the glass and you tap the glass, the music of "DO RE MI" is played.

When the amount of water is adjusted to the DO RE MI"printed in the glass and you tap the glass, the music of "DO RE MI" is played.

nice!
#4270
problem!
the sushi bench from Gabor Jutasi, was inspired by the Japanese gardens of Shunmyo Masuno

the sushi bench from Gabor Jutasi, was inspired by the Japanese gardens of Shunmyo Masuno

nice!
#4269
problem!
Jacuzzi Morphosis Omega Steam Shower with Hydromassage by Pininfarina, a famous car design company - looks gorgeous.

Jacuzzi Morphosis Omega Steam Shower with Hydromassage by Pininfarina, a famous car design company - looks gorgeous.

nice!
#4268
problem!
Kjetil Jul - Norwegian contemporary figurative painter with the touch of the old masters. Wicked details with a mellow feeling.

Kjetil Jul - Norwegian contemporary figurative painter with the touch of the old masters. Wicked details with a mellow feeling.

nice!
#4267
problem!
"This project is called MTV Hats (Header Art Treatments), and we plan to wear many of them."

"This project is called MTV Hats (Header Art Treatments), and we plan to wear many of them."

nice!
#4266
problem!
The Visual Effects Society just released its list of  the top 50 most influential VFX movies of all time.

The Visual Effects Society just released its list of the top 50 most influential VFX movies of all time.

nice!
#4265
problem!
Pastiglie Leone of Torino is 150 years old this year.... and i'm craving their Absinthe line... how gorgeous are these graphics?

FEATUREDPastiglie Leone of Torino is 150 years old this year.... and i'm craving their Absinthe line... how gorgeous are these graphics?

nice!
#4264
problem!
this is an amazing D.A.N.C.E. Directed by Jonas & Francois for the french band Justice  is just amazing i cant stop loving those t-shirts designed by  SO ME

this is an amazing D.A.N.C.E. Directed by Jonas & Francois for the french band Justice is just amazing i cant stop loving those t-shirts designed by SO ME

nice!
#4263
problem!
It never hurts to put a little art in your life. One artist, every day via email or RSS. Check out www.artistaday.com.

It never hurts to put a little art in your life. One artist, every day via email or RSS. Check out www.artistaday.com.

nice!
#4261
problem!
Dopies are the unfortunately named but very cool looking love child of a pair of crocs and ancient wooden tibetan sandals.

Dopies are the unfortunately named but very cool looking love child of a pair of crocs and ancient wooden tibetan sandals.

nice!
#4260
problem!
TBWA new nissan qashqai urbanproof  tv spots and print media are amazing check them out @ youtube ,also check
http://www.tbwa.com/

VIDEOTBWA new nissan qashqai urbanproof tv spots and print media are amazing check them out @ youtube ,also check
http://www.tbwa.com/

nice!
#4259
problem!
First there was moo for mini cards... now ShineBox for business card booklets (or brochures, or flip book like things?)

First there was moo for mini cards... now ShineBox for business card booklets (or brochures, or flip book like things?)

nice!
#4258
problem!
Japan Society NY  celebrates robots, 21st century design and technology in its 11-day "Tech Epoch" summit.

Japan Society NY celebrates robots, 21st century design and technology in its 11-day "Tech Epoch" summit.

nice!
#4257
problem!
Collection of well designed, and inventive business cards. "Clear message from a debt recovery agent. If you don't pay I'll break your bones. Here's the x-ray of my last client broken finger as proof."

Collection of well designed, and inventive business cards. "Clear message from a debt recovery agent. If you don't pay I'll break your bones. Here's the x-ray of my last client broken finger as proof."

nice!
#4256
problem!
"Pentago is a game that comes from Sweden, the country that brought us Vikings, Nobel prize, and Ikea. Sweden is not only a country of tall, blond and blue eyed people, but also a nation that is very clever and enjoys a sense of simplicity."

"Pentago is a game that comes from Sweden, the country that brought us Vikings, Nobel prize, and Ikea. Sweden is not only a country of tall, blond and blue eyed people, but also a nation that is very clever and enjoys a sense of simplicity."

nice!
#4255
problem!
Pencil Fighting: the story of Team Balderdash. Really sweet short film about Pencil Fighting!

Pencil Fighting: the story of Team Balderdash. Really sweet short film about Pencil Fighting!

nice!
#4254
problem!
Gigposter Design: The New Sex - a quick how to from photos to finished poster

Gigposter Design: The New Sex - a quick how to from photos to finished poster

nice!
#4253
problem!
Unique portfolio design by Blacksuits Creative for artist Kate Baird out of New York.

Unique portfolio design by Blacksuits Creative for artist Kate Baird out of New York.

nice!
#4252
problem!
NY Design Week - Core77 has their roundup live... i'm still trying to figure out which ones not to miss, and what else isn't on that list... suggestions?

NY Design Week - Core77 has their roundup live... i'm still trying to figure out which ones not to miss, and what else isn't on that list... suggestions?

nice!
#4251
problem!
The Design Blogfest Party next week has a window. And we need something to put in it - How about your design? [Currently the submissions aren't that cool... get your fav designers to submit their work!]

FEATUREDThe Design Blogfest Party next week has a window. And we need something to put in it - How about your design? [Currently the submissions aren't that cool... get your fav designers to submit their work!]

nice!
#4250
problem!
CONTEXT Z450 3D printer!!

a must see to belive! in  FULL COLOR :)

VIDEOCONTEXT Z450 3D printer!!

a must see to belive! in FULL COLOR :)

nice!
#4249
problem!
New Ad for Vista

New Ad for Vista

nice!
#4248
problem!
High-res Transformers images... oh hell yes. Me happy.

High-res Transformers images... oh hell yes. Me happy.

nice!
#4247
problem!
Mamma rocking chair : A sweet chair created from fiber glass and coated in urethane.  The flowing lines are based on the Fibonacci principle. by Patrick Messier [previously seen as #1159]

Mamma rocking chair : A sweet chair created from fiber glass and coated in urethane. The flowing lines are based on the Fibonacci principle. by Patrick Messier [previously seen as #1159]

nice!
#4246
problem!
this wallpaper is slick and filled with sharks.  HAMMERHEAD sharks.  sweet!

this wallpaper is slick and filled with sharks. HAMMERHEAD sharks. sweet!

nice!
#4245
problem!
Picture This, new HD trailer featuring some of the best cinematography I have ever seen in a snowboard or skate video. Song :  Junior Boys - In The Morning

Picture This, new HD trailer featuring some of the best cinematography I have ever seen in a snowboard or skate video. Song : Junior Boys - In The Morning

nice!
#4244
problem!
i love getting mail and sending it.  old fashioned though it may be...so i just joined Paulo Magalhaes's postcrossing and am looking forward to receiving all sorts of crazy postcards from strangers.  =)

i love getting mail and sending it. old fashioned though it may be...so i just joined Paulo Magalhaes's postcrossing and am looking forward to receiving all sorts of crazy postcards from strangers. =)

nice!
#4243
problem!
Aurland Lookout. By Todd Saunders &
Tommie Wilhelmsen.

Aurland Lookout. By Todd Saunders &
Tommie Wilhelmsen.

nice!
#4242
problem!
New Kinkyform collaboration feat. artists NoPattern and Faceless. A minimal stool with artwork laser etched into it's top. Visit the site for more impressions

New Kinkyform collaboration feat. artists NoPattern and Faceless. A minimal stool with artwork laser etched into it's top. Visit the site for more impressions

nice!
#4241
problem!
Forget trying to sneak that picture with your camera phone.  You could probably take a pic of someone with this antique watch camera  and they wouldn't know what it is or what you're doing.

FEATUREDForget trying to sneak that picture with your camera phone. You could probably take a pic of someone with this antique watch camera and they wouldn't know what it is or what you're doing.

nice!
#4240
problem!
What's your roller carryon of choice? And have you checked out the Rimowa "Every Case Tells A Story" ad spot?

FEATUREDWhat's your roller carryon of choice? And have you checked out the Rimowa "Every Case Tells A Story" ad spot?

nice!
#4239
problem!
Fidg't - gorgeous way to visualize your im, flickr, last.fm networks...

Fidg't - gorgeous way to visualize your im, flickr, last.fm networks...

nice!
#4238
problem!
Even more than Surface View's mural options... i love the interface of picking a background and trying out all of their different rooms on it.... they just bounce right in and out of the frame

Even more than Surface View's mural options... i love the interface of picking a background and trying out all of their different rooms on it.... they just bounce right in and out of the frame

nice!
#4237
problem!
Tony Carillo's F-Minus comic today is a nice example of the things that can motivate design details... the "like seat"

Tony Carillo's F-Minus comic today is a nice example of the things that can motivate design details... the "like seat"

nice!
#4236
problem!
This tiny keychain laser projects the time onto any surface.

This tiny keychain laser projects the time onto any surface.

nice!
#4235
problem!
amigos : tabletop organizer handcrafted in Argentina from recycled leather. amazingly adorable!!

amigos : tabletop organizer handcrafted in Argentina from recycled leather. amazingly adorable!!

nice!
#4234
problem!
On my bird theme, nice black and white birdy graphics on the packaging for Benefit's new creaseless cream shadow/liners

On my bird theme, nice black and white birdy graphics on the packaging for Benefit's new creaseless cream shadow/liners

nice!
#4233
problem!
Yesterday i fell for the Smoking Pigeon of Lower Hater

FEATUREDYesterday i fell for the Smoking Pigeon of Lower Hater

nice!
#4232
problem!
Planet Earth - the BBC Attenborough Version (i can't believe we got stuck with Sigorney Weaver in the US version) in Blue Ray and HD-DVD... the most gorgeous use of HDTV i've seen yet...

Planet Earth - the BBC Attenborough Version (i can't believe we got stuck with Sigorney Weaver in the US version) in Blue Ray and HD-DVD... the most gorgeous use of HDTV i've seen yet...

nice!
#4231
problem!
VOCO talking alarm clock: Wake up to your own personal British butler, featuring the voice of Stephen Fry

VOCO talking alarm clock: Wake up to your own personal British butler, featuring the voice of Stephen Fry

nice!
#4230
problem!
t*mix: t-shirt remix project hosted by design collective giraffentoast. exhibition in berlin in june!

t*mix: t-shirt remix project hosted by design collective giraffentoast. exhibition in berlin in june!

nice!
#4229
problem!
Quester is peugot's adorable robot question flash guy... i wish i had better french skills right about now.

Quester is peugot's adorable robot question flash guy... i wish i had better french skills right about now.

nice!
#4228
problem!
Branding Tap water: A few months ago you could buy bottled tap water in some NY restaurant (with proceeds going to the UNICEF fund). I love the bottle design from the Tap Project

Branding Tap water: A few months ago you could buy bottled tap water in some NY restaurant (with proceeds going to the UNICEF fund). I love the bottle design from the Tap Project

nice!
#4227
problem!
Bouroullecs for Kartell

Bouroullecs for Kartell

nice!
#4226
problem!
SHELLHOUSE.  a portable cardboard tent that u can make yourself.

SHELLHOUSE. a portable cardboard tent that u can make yourself.

nice!
#4225
problem!
Screenvader: Amazing flash site, with intuitive navigation, showing off many different media's.

Screenvader: Amazing flash site, with intuitive navigation, showing off many different media's.

nice!
#4224
problem!
ERRORISM - A COMEDY OF TERRORS. A funny animtion about a terrorist who couldn't even blow up a balloon.

VIDEOERRORISM - A COMEDY OF TERRORS. A funny animtion about a terrorist who couldn't even blow up a balloon.

nice!
#4223
problem!
the nytimes covers some of our favorite design shops from coast to coast.

the nytimes covers some of our favorite design shops from coast to coast.

nice!
#4222
problem!
Awesome site design combined with a practical idea. The Encylopedia of Life.

Awesome site design combined with a practical idea. The Encylopedia of Life.

nice!
#4221
problem!
Bringing the vegetable garden indoors. Using edible plants as ornamentation. Eating off your furniture. Bean screen room divider. Vege Table.

Bringing the vegetable garden indoors. Using edible plants as ornamentation. Eating off your furniture. Bean screen room divider. Vege Table.

nice!
#4220
problem!
THE SHARK STAPLER - It's the perfect companion to your sushi thumb drive.

THE SHARK STAPLER - It's the perfect companion to your sushi thumb drive.

nice!
#4219
problem!
Kawaii Not: Cute little web comic about personified objects. Be sure to check out their store (they have great buttons)! [Editor's Note: Previously seen #819, but its been so long, and they are so fun]

Kawaii Not: Cute little web comic about personified objects. Be sure to check out their store (they have great buttons)! [Editor's Note: Previously seen #819, but its been so long, and they are so fun]

nice!
#4218
problem!
Creative piece.  Small but funny idea. Global warming action by Instituto Akatu. Miniatures of famous monuments were placed inside large aquariums scattered throughout the city, alerting for problems with global warming.

Creative piece. Small but funny idea. Global warming action by Instituto Akatu. Miniatures of famous monuments were placed inside large aquariums scattered throughout the city, alerting for problems with global warming.

nice!
#4217
problem!
"Blind Date Calendar"
Awesome perpetual calendar.  Move the included black magnetic frames to discover the dates hidden in the design.

"Blind Date Calendar"
Awesome perpetual calendar. Move the included black magnetic frames to discover the dates hidden in the design.

nice!
#4216
problem!
The WMF1 coffee machine - perfect for those times when you're home alone, last night was a bit too big, it's raining and you'd kill for one good cup of coffee!

The WMF1 coffee machine - perfect for those times when you're home alone, last night was a bit too big, it's raining and you'd kill for one good cup of coffee!

nice!
#4215
problem!
These cartoon-inspired paper clips are the perfect way to clip together stuff and add your thoughts too!

These cartoon-inspired paper clips are the perfect way to clip together stuff and add your thoughts too!

nice!
#4214
problem!
Though they came out a few months ago, these limited toys designed by graffiti artist Delta are beautiful and still in stock.

Though they came out a few months ago, these limited toys designed by graffiti artist Delta are beautiful and still in stock.

nice!
#4213
problem!
Artkrush's new issue is all about art and design blogs.  [Editor's Note: Awwww we didn't make the list]

Artkrush's new issue is all about art and design blogs. [Editor's Note: Awwww we didn't make the list]

nice!
#4212
problem!
Porcelain Memory - there is something delicately beautiful (yet techy) about having a porcelain usb key... love the key graphic. by Mokkatanten

Porcelain Memory - there is something delicately beautiful (yet techy) about having a porcelain usb key... love the key graphic. by Mokkatanten

nice!
#4211
problem!
TrueType - 38 points of articulation - 1 pair bendable hands - 2 neck styles - the perfect guys for model drawings or living on your desk?

TrueType - 38 points of articulation - 1 pair bendable hands - 2 neck styles - the perfect guys for model drawings or living on your desk?

nice!
#4210
problem!
Darklight, a new gallery in Springfield, Missouri, opened its visually appealing website created by Katie Canada of Blacksuitscreative.com.

Darklight, a new gallery in Springfield, Missouri, opened its visually appealing website created by Katie Canada of Blacksuitscreative.com.

nice!
#4209
problem!
Bad taste or uber cool? You decide. TMwG "Baby Cut-Out" Maternity Dark T-Shirt

Bad taste or uber cool? You decide. TMwG "Baby Cut-Out" Maternity Dark T-Shirt

nice!
#4208
problem!
SPERM CUBE: "one cube together" - Freezing fragments of Human DNA could be a step to make a library of Human singularity ?

SPERM CUBE: "one cube together" - Freezing fragments of Human DNA could be a step to make a library of Human singularity ?

nice!
#4207
problem!
Do asians look different at images because of facial alignments !? Sharp-Sighted: the alpha channel

Do asians look different at images because of facial alignments !? Sharp-Sighted: the alpha channel

nice!
#4206
problem!
This glazed porcelain plate from Moss has a golden crack in it, which of course is fake. Faux Repair Plate by Ted Muehling

This glazed porcelain plate from Moss has a golden crack in it, which of course is fake. Faux Repair Plate by Ted Muehling

nice!
#4205
problem!
We've seen various skeletons here before, but this PneumaticAnatomica, exploring the anaomie of the common balloon dog.

We've seen various skeletons here before, but this PneumaticAnatomica, exploring the anaomie of the common balloon dog.

nice!
#4204
problem!
im loving the virtual shoe museum!

im loving the virtual shoe museum!

nice!
#4203
problem!
To busy working to walk the dog? now you can do both at once with the Chester, the dog shaped briefcase. By Inovitis Orange

To busy working to walk the dog? now you can do both at once with the Chester, the dog shaped briefcase. By Inovitis Orange

nice!
#4202
problem!
It's hard to save a life, Try to  do on your own - Save Fred - the stuffed bunny.... 10mg Enlightens...

It's hard to save a life, Try to do on your own - Save Fred - the stuffed bunny.... 10mg Enlightens...

nice!
#4201
problem!
The new Sony Ericsson S500 just got announced, and its a pretty sexy looking phone...

The new Sony Ericsson S500 just got announced, and its a pretty sexy looking phone...

nice!
#4200
problem!
Get your souvenir by Michael Hughes. [Editor's Note: this is a hilariously brilliant photo set]

Get your souvenir by Michael Hughes. [Editor's Note: this is a hilariously brilliant photo set]

nice!
#4199
problem!
Brand new imagery from the original creator of "An American Self-Portrait" - Chris Jordan - yes those are cigarettes

Brand new imagery from the original creator of "An American Self-Portrait" - Chris Jordan - yes those are cigarettes

nice!
#4198
problem!
Really Amazing pictures of Santiago de Chile by Night.  Work of the young photographer Carolina Parrague.

Really Amazing pictures of Santiago de Chile by Night. Work of the young photographer Carolina Parrague.

nice!
#4197
problem!
Sprinkle Cupcakes: love the cakes, love their baking schedule graphics. Oh! and they have a cake mix now.

Sprinkle Cupcakes: love the cakes, love their baking schedule graphics. Oh! and they have a cake mix now.

nice!
#4196
problem!
Holy Homes, gotta love this guy. By studio frederik roije

Holy Homes, gotta love this guy. By studio frederik roije

nice!
#4195
problem!
How Magazine article on the oddities that designers collect.

How Magazine article on the oddities that designers collect.

nice!
#4194
problem!
Breathtaking Underwater Photography by Andrej Belic

Breathtaking Underwater Photography by Andrej Belic

nice!
#4193
problem!
Vancouver based fashion photographer, Trevor Brady has an incredible portfolio.

Vancouver based fashion photographer, Trevor Brady has an incredible portfolio.

nice!
#4192
problem!
The work of  Thomas Schostok, fun to navigate and a kick to explore. Has a cool site design for Maria Grossman on board.

The work of Thomas Schostok, fun to navigate and a kick to explore. Has a cool site design for Maria Grossman on board.

nice!
#4191
problem!
you wont believe this amazing Colombian Graphic and Industrial designers!! I really love MASIF, and you will too!! [Editor's Note: fun page design]

you wont believe this amazing Colombian Graphic and Industrial designers!! I really love MASIF, and you will too!! [Editor's Note: fun page design]

nice!
#4190
problem!
This Machine Kills, maker of wonderfully random things.

This Machine Kills, maker of wonderfully random things.

nice!
#4189
problem!
Mrzyk & Moriceau: A View To Kill - features new works and a large-scale installation that will incorporate pieces by Andy Warhol, Tom Wesselmann, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring, among others…

FEATUREDMrzyk & Moriceau: A View To Kill - features new works and a large-scale installation that will incorporate pieces by Andy Warhol, Tom Wesselmann, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring, among others…

nice!
#4188
problem!
ICFF Design Blogfest PARTY! NYC Soho May 18th - first official NOTCOT event... coming?

FEATUREDICFF Design Blogfest PARTY! NYC Soho May 18th - first official NOTCOT event... coming?

nice!
#4187
problem!
The Lamp "Shade". This actually has sunglasses embedded into one side of the lampshade. Bizarre, but I want one.

The Lamp "Shade". This actually has sunglasses embedded into one side of the lampshade. Bizarre, but I want one.

nice!
#4186
problem!
Canadian brothers Ben and Hall Smyth have created GrandOpening in new york, a space that will be reinvented and reopened every three months.

Canadian brothers Ben and Hall Smyth have created GrandOpening in new york, a space that will be reinvented and reopened every three months.

nice!
#4185
problem!
thrink's  "O's and X's Ashtray" for Thorsten Van Elten, 2003. Play tic tac toe with your ashes!!! (Not that I'm encouraging smoking......)

thrink's "O's and X's Ashtray" for Thorsten Van Elten, 2003. Play tic tac toe with your ashes!!! (Not that I'm encouraging smoking......)

nice!
#4184
problem!
The Vroom Divider.  Constructed from cad-cut "rubber" vinyl, backed with black mesh so it hangs perfectly. Clip sets for hanging included.

The Vroom Divider. Constructed from cad-cut "rubber" vinyl, backed with black mesh so it hangs perfectly. Clip sets for hanging included.

nice!
#4183
problem!
Arwin Caljouw's 'PicknickToGo' completes the perfect picnic providing bio degradable mugs, cutlery and picnic blanket in a cardboard box. (Click through to 'senses')

Arwin Caljouw's 'PicknickToGo' completes the perfect picnic providing bio degradable mugs, cutlery and picnic blanket in a cardboard box. (Click through to 'senses')

nice!
#4182
problem!
A dad with a cut&creasing table at work made a sweet geodesic playdome for his 2-yo daughter out of corrugated plastic scraps.

A dad with a cut&creasing table at work made a sweet geodesic playdome for his 2-yo daughter out of corrugated plastic scraps.

nice!
#4181
problem!
Rugged Woodsman:: Designer from the Midwest takes his work to SoCal. Illustration. Print. Identity. Web.  Great stuff.

Rugged Woodsman:: Designer from the Midwest takes his work to SoCal. Illustration. Print. Identity. Web. Great stuff.

nice!
#4180
problem!
Edra in Milan

Edra in Milan

nice!
#4179
problem!
MP3 Pebble Object

MP3 Pebble Object

nice!
#4178
problem!
 You don't have to be a kid to want to have one of  Kazuya Morita's concrete pod.

You don't have to be a kid to want to have one of Kazuya Morita's concrete pod.

nice!
#4177
problem!
Phil Borges explains how he gains permission to take amazing photographs of complete strangers.

Phil Borges explains how he gains permission to take amazing photographs of complete strangers.

nice!
#4176
problem!
Cushion your butt with Pandas!  This chair is created by the Campana brothers in a numbered and limited edition of 25 pieces, exclusive to Moss.

Cushion your butt with Pandas! This chair is created by the Campana brothers in a numbered and limited edition of 25 pieces, exclusive to Moss.

nice!
#4175
problem!
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