A Thread for Fine Design
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Well, maybe not exactly fine design but definitely clever and innovative design in this studio (bedsit) conversion.
First, Hide the Bed
Living with Less: First, Hide the Bed
http://www.treehugger.com/sustainable-product-design/living-with-less-first-hide-the-bed.htmlMore on the design here,
http://www.nytimes.com/packages/html/realestate/20070902_SKETCH_FEATURE/index.htm
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/09/02/realestate/02sketch.html?_r=0l -
This could be a parents dream! 'Room in the Box' a very clever suite of cardboard furniture for students that they can easily move from area to area!
Room in a Box- The 30 Minute Move
An entire room. Assembles in Minutes, No Tools or Glue, Water Resistant, Strong, Recyclable/R | Check out 'Room in a Box- The 30 Minute Move' on Indiegogo.
Indiegogo (www.indiegogo.com)
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Just came across the Leg&Go kids push bike, cycle bike, cycle trike, rocking horse, sled, etc. I thought its a really well designed and eco friendly kids bike. I've put my grandson's name on one hopefully for his birthday in January when he will be two. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1112924950/legandgo-everything-a-first-bike-should-be
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This may have made the 3D printer threads, but certainly deserves a mention in the realm of Fine Design.
Could be the basis for a great challenge, or think tank topic.
http://inhabitat.com/sketchups-open-source-3d-printable-wikihouse-snaps-together-like-lego-bricks/
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@dale said:
This may have made the 3D printer threads, but certainly deserves a mention in the realm of Fine Design.
Could be the basis for a great challenge, or think tank topic.
http://inhabitat.com/sketchups-open-source-3d-printable-wikihouse-snaps-together-like-lego-bricks/Yes indeed Dale, it really would be an interesting challenge but for what type of structure? I would be thinking along the lines of a garden studio / office that could also act as occasional guest accommodate.
It would be interesting to hear other ideas and then decide on something. If we can get this far I will rustle up some competition prizes.
Mike
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@mike lucey said:
@dale said:
This may have made the 3D printer threads, but certainly deserves a mention in the realm of Fine Design.
Could be the basis for a great challenge, or think tank topic.
http://inhabitat.com/sketchups-open-source-3d-printable-wikihouse-snaps-together-like-lego-bricks/Yes indeed Dale, it really would be an interesting challenge but for what type of structure? I would be thinking along the lines of a garden studio / office that could also act as occasional guest accommodate.
It would be interesting to hear other ideas and then decide on something. If we can get this far I will rustle up some competition prizes.
Mike
Hi Mike, I like your idea, and will add perhaps a quickly assembled accommodation for a disaster. Seems to be more of those occurring lately.
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Just spotted a brilliant new shower design, the Nebia Shower. Not only is it a beautiful design its also a huge water conserver which uses up to 70% less water used in a normal shower and folks are raving about the actual shower experience which delivers atomizes tiny water droplets.
The Nebia Shower will also be a DIY retrofit which makes it even more appealing. Detail may be found here,
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1499369835/nebia-shower-better-experience-70-less-water -
Hi Guys,
I have just noticed PodRide, a velomobile that is meant to be a practical every day vehicle. The Swedish designer, Mikael Kjellman has produced a really well thought out and designed 'Car Bike' that could be ideal for rainy or cold climates!
From what I can gather the finished PodRide will cost in the region of €2500 but he offers lots of 'buy in' options on his IndieGoGo campaign, here,
PodRide a practical and fun bicycle-car
https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/podride-a-practical-and-fun-bicycle-car/x/286680#/I think its definitely one to keep an eye on particularly if the designer can, as he proposes, produce a reasonably priced self build kit.
Mike
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The words 'good' and 'Russian Car Design' were never two words I would have used in the same sentence but after reading about Malyshev Alexander's, OneDoorCar, the Mirrow Provocator, I might be about to change my mind.
This 2.7 m (8.86 ft) long and 1.98 m (6.5 ft) wide 'city car' ticks a lot of the boxes when it comes to what a family car should be.
Check out the full details and more images here,
Russian city car leaves convention behind
http://www.gizmag.com/mirrow-provocator-city-car/43303/pictures?thumb=true#picture9 -
Flight seating might be about become more affordable (due to increased capacity) and comfortable at least for business class passengers with Acemen's patented design for universal aisle access.
More details here, http://www.popularmechanics.com/flight/a21471/acumen-design-united-business-class-aisle-access/?mag=pop%26amp;list=nl_pnl_news%26amp;src=nl%26amp;date=062316
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Just provide a cubby and some drugs and we can stack in and save some real room.
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That's quite a brilliant design Mike.
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@mike lucey said:
Flight seating might be about become more affordable (due to increased capacity) and comfortable at least for business class passengers with Acemen's patented design for universal aisle access.
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More details here, http://www.popularmechanics.com/flight/a21471/acumen-design-united-business-class-aisle-access/?mag=pop%26amp;list=nl_pnl_news%26amp;src=nl%26amp;date=062316
We saw a similar setup on our trip to Basecamp! Was a United flight I think... Chicago to Denver. First class were these huge sleeper chair things, then business class were nestled together almost like that image, staggered placement, with the exception of singles on the outer column, and doubles in the middle.
The girls have both flown first class with my wife (she often gets upgraded due to work travel...) - they asked if they were sitting in the comfy seats... and sadly, no, because we were burning points to bring the family to Basecamp.
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Mike Lucey, here is something you may fancy:
Motoped Survival Review – the board track-inspired survival motorized bike
Survival - motorized bicycle from Motoped that helps you ride out the worst of times.
Personal Electric Transport (motoped.com)
Motorcycle Hybrid Designed As A Survival Bike That Can Travel 300 Miles Without Refueling
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@solo said:
Mike Lucey, here is something you may fancy:
Very good Pete. "That’s a good thing when you’re traveling through the desert on a horse with no name. . ."
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Fascinating construction and quite beautiful. All animated rather well too
Alconetar Bridge - Construction Process.
Vid says 'Embedding disabled by request?
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Well done
Would love to know what software was used to generate the animation. I would also imagine there are a lot of scenes and a pretty big file size.
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An interesting and informative construction video but the music was inclined to put me to sleep!
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I've been hearing the term, 'the last mile', quite a lot lately in relation to modes of city transport. Seemingly it refers to transport used to get from the parked car to place of business.There are quite a few electric bikes and scooters that go some way to addressing the last mile but most of them fall short when it comes to what you do with the transport device after arriving at the final destination.
I think GoTube - The World's Most Portable Electric Scooter may have solved this problem. This electric scooter ticks all the boxes when it comes to convenient storage and weight. The design is also very slick and can even be brought on planes as carry-on luggage.
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