A lesson in ergonomic and visual harmony

March 12, 2010

CKR sofa

CLAESSON KOIVISTO RUNE is a multi-disciplinary architectural and design firm based in Stockholm.

They’ve created some stunning work over the years – check out their site. This piece – LUNA, just made me stop and wonder, what would that be like? They say on their site – Is it a piece of furniture? Is it a small house? Is it an upholstered playground for grown-ups? I’m imagining is a little of all three! But mainly, like all their works, I think it’s an aesthetically stunning, exploration into ergonomic and visual harmony.

On their site they talk about the only things that are important to them are to develop, improve and never repeat. This ethos perfectly matches their creative output, having designed an extraordinary range of experiences, from buildings and interiors to amazing tea light holders and USB flash drives.

If great design is the discovery of beauty in form and function CKR are masters.

It's not all hot air

October 17, 2009

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The Dyson Air Multiplier Fan, uses a blade-less design that pumps up to 119 galloons of air per second in a smooth and steady flow. The design follows in the footsteps of Dyson’s previous product range, with a slick, clean, iconic style. Are we seeing a revolution for the humble desktop fan?

Watch the art

magrette

Magrette have created this beautiful piece of art. the Magrette Taniwha. With fantastic hand engraved detail this watch feels more like a piece of art than any mere timepiece. One of New Zealand’s finest exports.

Looking into the future?

October 13, 2009

IDEO Labs are continuing their multi-touch research by turning an off-the-shelf rear projection TV into a multi-touch display. I’m looking forward to further outcomes.

Timetable

October 12, 2009

time_table

Ico Design and Sidekick Studios have created something that’s going to make your average monthly board meeting not just time efficient, but also a whole lot of fun – the TimeTable… (more…)

Can you see the light?

October 10, 2009

lamp

I love this lamp created by Dima Loginoff, the beauty is in the layers. Just show that somethings can always be done better. Illuminating.

Find your independence

September 28, 2009

independent

Find time for these beautiful watches by Independent.

Beaming bimmer

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BMW S.X Concept Design by Iulian Bumbu. Just stunning, over on SwipeLife.

Ride into the future

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Chris Boardman has seen the future and it’s carbon fiber, plays music, is puncture proof, has a solar powered motor and tells you when you can head back home. Oh and it looks pretty good to me!

Proper hard graft

September 26, 2009

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Hard Graft is all about making beautiful things, and yes, it’s worth it.

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by____ Gavin Johnson