Packing can be so stressful, it can overshadow dreams of traveling. Choosing a suitcase to buy can be a bit vexing already. We have prepared a selection of innovative suitcases whose simplicity belies its ingenuity to make travel-related fuss and bother more bearable.
When it comes to desks, the simpler the better. Rooted in simplicity and inspired by Scandinavian aesthetics, these minimalist designs are sure to raise productivity, while offering a lot of practicality and the utmost comfort for your home office.
Originating as a purely functional structure, ancient fountains were used to provide drinking water and water for bathing and washing from springs or aqueducts to the residents of cities, towns and villages. Centuries later, they are utilized to decorate city parks and squares and to honor individuals or events. To bring new life to outdated and disused fountains, artists and architects find creative ways to rewrite the history of this emblematic architectural element and seamlessly weave it into modern urban fabric.
According to a study by the National Library of Medicine 33% of the adult population are struggling with chronic insomnia. Let’s be honest – many of us struggling to fall asleep blame it on uncomfortable pillows that are either soft and supportless or simply tough. Product designers rush to rescue developing truly innovative pillows aiming to combat sleepless nights.
Miami has grown to be a sophisticated and inviting international destination for fashion, art, architecture and fine dining. We have rounded up the must-see interactive installations, art exhibitions, pop-ups and more opportunities to experience art that are not to be missed at this year’s Miami Art Week.
People have been using wool for thousands of years. To this day, most wool produced is used for clothing. But it is also great from much more than that. Its flexibility and durability, combined with its odour and fire-resistant properties, make it suitable for innumerable purposes, both decorative and functional.
For many people, a vase is all about its utility. But what about finding new materials, shapes and production techniques that would make the vase equally aesthetically appealing, even without the flowers?
Bicycles never go out of fashion. On the wave of popularity of fitness and healthism, bicycles have seen a surge in popularity. While it is encouraging to see more people of all ages discovering the joys and benefits of biking these days, whether it’s for commuting to work or just having fun. Product designers try to keep pace with the trend and develop ingenuous and smart bike accessories aiming to make life of cyclists easier.
With growing bike popularity, a number of accidents is increasing too. With this in mind, product designers and engineers put many efforts in developing safety bicycle helmets to protect the brain and neck of urban riders and athletes in the event of a crash. To do this effectively, helmets must be made of a crushable material to absorb the collision forces and a strap system to make sure the protection stays in place. The exact design of a helmet depends on the needs and specifications of the user and may vary from a simple paper structure to a revolutionary high-tech device.
Leather is used everywhere – in our shoes and bags, our jackets and stylish furniture – but its effect is seen globally. Traditional leather production is a land-intensive process that produces large amounts of greenhouse gases and uses dangerous chemicals to tan animal skin. From grapes to soil, discover the varied and often surprising but unfailingly sustainable materials that are reducing the environmental impact of leather production.
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