The first longboards were made by Preston Nichols in the 1940s as an alternative to surfing when the waves were too dull. Early skaters built dangerous, improvised boards out of planks of wood and roller skates. Today, product designers and longboard enthusiasts come up with innovative designs that turns a ride into a real adventure.
Since its rise in the 80s, skateboarding has developed its own unique style and culture, representing the creativity of the sport. Often associated with art, skateboard is a source of inspiration for product designers as well. If you are a skateboarding enthusiast, these smart designs are sure to catch your attention.
One should never underestimate the power of an office chair. With so much time we spend in the office (or home office), picking an excellent ergonomic and comfortable chair to work on is a pretty important decision. These smart designs stand out not only aesthetically but also perfectly adapt to constantly changing working methods and environments.
Milan Design Week is the world’s most important design fair, which takes place in the Italian city each April, with countless installations and events spread throughout the city. The 2024 edition of the Design Week focuses on circularity and inclusiveness and the promotion of young talents.We have rounded up some outstanding installations by some of the world’s best-known designers and architects for leading brands.
Whether it’s answering emails, struggling with Excel, or attending meetings, repetitive daily tasks at a desk can feel monotonous and uninspiring. However, these ingenuous “deskterior” accessories have been designed to bring some joy into your workspaces enhancing productivity and comfort.
At Triennale Milano during Milan Design Week 2024, industrial designer Kenji Takeuchi curated “Walking Sticks & Canes,” an exhibition of 18 international designers asked to re-imagine the titular object, which had undergone an evolution in different eras.
How big a modern and well-designed home should be to accommodate all the essentials you might need for a simple and cozy life? These projects prove that tiny homes can not only meet all your basic requirements but also be contemporary-style dwellings outfitted with all modern amenities.
Originating from the Middle Ages, Japanese vases are still recognized across the world for their elegance and subtle sophistication. However, their modern incarnation departs from the ages-old classics fashioned from porcelain to unexpected shapes and materials, marrying form with function in a uniquely elegant way.
Not only these bespoke table lamps look like something else – they offer additional functionality that helps us slow down in the age of technology. In a market saturated with mundane designs, these lamps stand out as a testament to the power of innovative design, elevating the humble desk lamp into a true work of art.
Research shows that nearly half of adults from 20 to 50 years old take medication daily. No wonder pill boxes and dispensers are becoming more common inside households. These simple, yet sophisticated devices automate the routine, helping users allocate the pills and capsules, distribute and manage them and make sure they don’t forget to take their meds.
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