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unpacking the tata nano symposium
published 03.07.11
a symposium entitled 'unpacking the nano' that aims to understand the implications of the tata nano, a four-person car available for 2,500 usd.
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circa architecture: saffire
published 03.07.11
with a form reminiscent of waves and dunes, the structure appears to rise from the land, framing the natural landscape and providing a connection to the nearby sea.
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joon lee: drink link tea set
published 03.07.11
synthetic rope is wrapped around the vessels and hardened through a heating process, while the linkages to the cups remain flexible. this arrangement encourages individuals to stay within a distance of one another, sharing in drink and conversation.
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iván navarro: heaven or las vegas
published 03.07.11
using the floor plans of 12 of the world's most iconic buildings, the installation features pieces built from mirror and light that immerse the viewer into the illusory depth and interior volume of each structure.
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cat-shaped necono digital camera
published 03.07.11
this pet-like companion's left eye acts as a lens (35mm film equivalent), while the right eye functions as a sensor, allowing you to take photos and movies as if the cat is capturing the images.
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schmidt hammer lassen architects: city of westminster college
published 03.07.11
adaptable and flexible in design, the 24,000 m2 facility focuses on providing open learning spaces that encourage both formal and informal interaction among students.
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renault 4 celebrates its 50th anniversary
published 03.06.11
in 1956, pierre dreyfus launched the notion of a blue jeans car - he wanted to produce a versatile, inexpensive car with a worldwide calling which could match the changes in society that were being observed as the 1960s approached. following a five-year incubation period, the renault 4 was unveiled at the 1961 paris motor show. as the third bestselling model in automobile history and the bestselling french car across the world with sales in excess of eight million units in more than 100 countries, the renault 4 has become a style icon. in 2011, renault is celebrating its 50th anniversary.
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elfoid handheld humanoid phone by hiroshi ishiguro
published 03.06.11
japanese researchers, in collaboration with osaka university professor hiroshi ishiguro have invented 'elfoid', a mobile phone in shape of a human being. the creepy handset is designed to add an element of realism to long-distance communication by recreating the physical presence of a remote user.
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atelier KUU: chico
published 03.06.11
centered around an enlarged and simplified dog house, the design features thick intersecting planes of exposed concrete and smooth white surfaces.
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daphna laurens: basis table
published 03.06.11
using 600 year old oak excavated from a historical ruin near eindhoven, the table actualizes both literal and figurative elements taken from the site.
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john leung + clarkehopkinsclarke: isometric bookshelf
published 03.06.11
isometric perspective bookshelf entitled the 'bias of thought' by architects john leung and clarkehopkinsclarke.
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