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Creating spaces with a minimum of material, is the aim of the Los Angeles based architects of Ball Nogues Studio

The latest from photographer Kim Holtermand is a series of photos taken of power plants. Very mistifying.

London street artist Pure Evil has created this free A2 poster print of Darwin, compiled from monkeys. Grab one.

Incredible work from Berlin based artist Eno Henze.. this in particular is his Human Factor Collection.. Truly amazing.

Sherman Residence is a really cool mountain home by Lorcan O'Herlihy Architects. Located in Mill Valley, California, this modern design blends nature and innovation in a truly contemporary house on a hill.

On 8 June 2002, ANNEX Monma Gallery opened in Sapporo. Designed by Shinichiro Akasaka from Akasaka Shinichiro Atelier the art gallery is open between May to October.

Röshults lanserar vacker grill is designed with an architectural design that complements the house and garden to best become a natural part of the dwelling environment.

Casa sugar has an interview with set designer of the new HBO remake of Grey Gardens, Kalina Ivanov.

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Wow Panasonic announces their new 3D video camera ~ "Industry's First System to Support Efficient Production of 3D Full HD Content"

File is a new biannual publication, focusing on graphic design, art and visual communication. Issue 1 include a 2 hours long DVD, and a commissioned limited print by Geoff McFetridge.

New Project by photographer Anthony Dickenson. His unique look over Londons Oxford Street and surrounding area.

Part 2 of Kevin Tong's Davinci series = the creation of mario.

Tunertricks blog is at it again - detailing the installation of an Apple TV into a Volkswagen GTI complete with Apple Remote in the shift knob!

inkbrushnme is an online portfolio of Harshvardhan Kadam. He is an independent Art Director, concept artist and an comic book illustrator.

The title of 20th anniversary release of "The Princess Bride" is an ambigram!

Laimonas Stasiulis, uber cool photographer based in the UK! check out his works =] (wedding, conceptual, portraiture, commission, architecture)

Just got two of these big glass measuring cup/beakers at IKEA ~ for only $2.95 each!!! Whether for measuring, giant mug, pens, flowers, or more... love it! and its microwave, dishwasher, and oven safe!

For the first time in wall-mounted form, comes this handy 18" x 24" chart tracking the hierarchy of the many types of beard that currently adorn the face of Man. From the Wondermark collection Beards of our Forefathers, just $12.

The Glass Hall of the Tokyo International Forum, by Rafael Viñoly, is a must-see architectonic space.

I never thought of myself as a golden clawfoot tub kind of girl but... Italian company Gruppo Treesse offers new series of customizable bathtubs in several design styles ranging from modern to retro. This is the Epoca Foglia Oro).

MWM (Matt W. Moore) X Threadless Gallery. Chicago, IL. November 7th – December 3rd. 3 recent series of work across disciplines. Enjoy!

Could the WiFi Multipass MintPad Mini Tablet with 1.3MP webcam be the ultimate in pocket gadgets? Allowing internet browsing and messaging, as well as offering full PMP cababilities, we think so.

FreeDarko presents The Macrophenomenal Pro Basketball Almanac: Styles, Stats, and Stars in Today's Game... With a title like that, a subject like the NBA, and illustrations to blow any designers mind...

Hard Graft has some new leather/felt goods focused on my favorite pocket theme! See close ups of their new wallet and keyholder, as well as new laptop sleeve designs!

Unleash your ferocious oldschool combo on your unsuspecting opponent and watch him slide all the way to K.O. Ten high quality limited edition hand pressed badges featuring a mix of arcade buttons for showing off your oldschool combos.

Axiotron Modbook ~ now you can upgrade your OWN macbook to a tablet mac starting at $1299

Stylophone Retro Pocket Synth ~ who wouldn't one of these? "Miniature stylus operated synthesizer is a recreation of the 1967 classic"

Mac-O-Lanterns are adorable ~ best halloween recycling project yet! Instructions on Instructables

schwimmhausboot - brand new floating home in the north of germany, eco-friendly, zero emissions

Designboom has some really fun pics of " prague designblok 08: studio of product design at AAAD in prague" ~ i love these kids toys!


a mobile toy by tomaš varga takes on the form of a goat-like creature
image © designboom

the students of the product design studio at AAAD in prague had several exhibitions, including a collection of
plastic toy cars for young children aged 1 - 4 years old. the tiny vehicles ranged from more aerodynamic shapes
to ones that took on more the form of an animal. mini ramps provided in an open area where children were given
the opportunity to test out their piloting skills on a couple of the prototypes.


this aerodynamic toy vehicle was designed by karel matējka
image © designboom


somewhat of a modern day version of the classic rocking horse by michaela tomišková
image © designboom


toy designed by pesr polák
image © designboom


installation view of all the toys designed by AAAD product design students
image © designboom

more
AAAD / VSUP: http://www.vsup.cz
prague designblok: http://www.designblok.cz

andrea db 10.14.08




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