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samuel aguiar reimagines the VX-1 maxi scooter into a futuristic motorcycle
the repurposed vetrix VX-1 maintains its original features, including 65Nm of torque, a top speed of 75 mph (120 kph) and a theoretical maximum range of 173 »
the repurposed vetrix VX-1 maintains its original features, including 65Nm of torque, a top speed of 75 mph (120 kph) and a theoretical maximum range of 173 miles (280 km).
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winnebago's mercedes-benz revel 4x4 camper van is built for off-roading
based on a mercedes-benz 4x4 sprinter platform, the winnebago revel is designed to take outdoor enthusiasts to the most remote locations.
based on a mercedes-benz 4x4 sprinter platform, the winnebago revel is designed to take outdoor enthusiasts to the most remote locations.
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jiyoun kim translates a traditional korean expression into a cloudy lightning lamp
the neck of the lamp, or lightning, upholds the cloud structure made using glass that is enlarged using traditional blowing techniques.
the neck of the lamp, or lightning, upholds the cloud structure made using glass that is enlarged using traditional blowing techniques.
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IKEA democratic design day 2017 keynote event live on designboom
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in collaboration with IKEA, designboom invites readers to watch the democratic design day 2017 program presentations through live streaming on friday, »
in collaboration with IKEA, designboom invites readers to watch the democratic design day 2017 program presentations through live streaming on friday, september 22nd, 2017.
MAD architects proposes to transform paris' tour montparnasse into a city-scale mirror
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the design would transform the black monolithic building into an artistic lighting installation that presents an upside down reflection of the city.
the design would transform the black monolithic building into an artistic lighting installation that presents an upside down reflection of the city.
maria svarbova's swimming pool series freezes retro-futuristic scenes in etherial tranquility
the artist has developed a distinct, visual approach to photographing the swimming pool environment — enhanced by her fascination with the sterile and stark »
the artist has developed a distinct, visual approach to photographing the swimming pool environment — enhanced by her fascination with the sterile and stark geometries of the space.
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atelier 360 designs a nortekmed oceanographic buoy to analyze for scientific research
atelier 360's alizé buoy is designed to simplify the assembly and reduce the zones of attachment, crossed from top to bottom by a structural mast.
atelier 360's alizé buoy is designed to simplify the assembly and reduce the zones of attachment, crossed from top to bottom by a structural mast.
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ramón esteve's cottage in the vineyard frames views of the spanish landscape
the entire program is allocated across a single story, with a wide porch placed at the end of the house.
the entire program is allocated across a single story, with a wide porch placed at the end of the house.
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amata + triptyque plan timber building in são paulo that absorbs carbon dioxide
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each 1m³ of reforested wood has absorbed one metric ton of atmospheric carbon dioxide from the environment.
each 1m³ of reforested wood has absorbed one metric ton of atmospheric carbon dioxide from the environment.
new terminal at amsterdam airport schiphol designed as atmospheric and light-filled space
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both departing and arriving passengers can enjoy a scenic route through the terminal
both departing and arriving passengers can enjoy a scenic route through the terminal
hickley yachts presents the world's first all-electric yacht
dubbed the dasher, the 28-foot yacht combines electric power, with lightweight composite structural components, and 3D printing.
dubbed the dasher, the 28-foot yacht combines electric power, with lightweight composite structural components, and 3D printing.
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jaehoon jung's helmet allows workers to place accessories with a magnetic snap system
the magnetic module system used in this helmet can be expanded according to the characteristics of the construction site and the role of the operator.
the magnetic module system used in this helmet can be expanded according to the characteristics of the construction site and the role of the operator.
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skibsted + biomega extends its product portfolio with the AMS E-low electric bike
its mix of city bike features combined with moped physiognomy and power make it a sturdy and reliable companion for contemporary urban transport.
its mix of city bike features combined with moped physiognomy and power make it a sturdy and reliable companion for contemporary urban transport.
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aleksandra gaca designs renault's concept car interior as extension of home on the road
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the construction of the fabric gives it a strong yet soft quality – making the application of the textile suitable for the car, as well as the home.
the construction of the fabric gives it a strong yet soft quality – making the application of the textile suitable for the car, as well as the home.
FREITAG introduces 'zippelin', an inflatable lightweight suitcase made of recycled material
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using a conventional bike pump, an inner tube frame can be inflated to create a light weight travel option that can be deflated and easily stowed away.
using a conventional bike pump, an inner tube frame can be inflated to create a light weight travel option that can be deflated and easily stowed away.
jasper morrison and wataru kumano present 'stool' for more trees at maison & objet, paris
made of hinoki, japanese cypress, 'stool' uses materials directly from higashi shirakawa, gifu in japan.
made of hinoki, japanese cypress, 'stool' uses materials directly from higashi shirakawa, gifu in japan.
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fuji kindergarten by tezuka architects awarded 2017 moriyama RAIC international prize
the project is a one-story, oval-shaped facility that can accommodate more than 600 children.
the project is a one-story, oval-shaped facility that can accommodate more than 600 children.
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nouvelle AOM chosen ahead of OMA and MAD to overhaul paris' tour montparnasse
the firm's redesign seeks to emphasize a sense of horizontality, while making a marked shift from opacity to transparency.
the firm's redesign seeks to emphasize a sense of horizontality, while making a marked shift from opacity to transparency.
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herzog & de meuron configures children's hospital in zurich to offer a holistic patient experience
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the layout of the facility follows an urban grid where departments correspond to 'neighborhoods' and each floor has its own main street.
the layout of the facility follows an urban grid where departments correspond to 'neighborhoods' and each floor has its own main street.
NIKE unveils connected NBA jerseys that allow fans to access content via their phones
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the sports giant unveiled new basketball jerseys for the 2017-18 season at an exclusive event in los angeles where designboom was in attendance.
the sports giant unveiled new basketball jerseys for the 2017-18 season at an exclusive event in los angeles where designboom was in attendance.
azuma makoto plunges intricate bouquets into the abyss of the deep sea
three bouquets of various flowers and a bonsai pine tree were emerged 1000 meters deep into the suruga bay and shizuoka prefecture.
three bouquets of various flowers and a bonsai pine tree were emerged 1000 meters deep into the suruga bay and shizuoka prefecture.
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ella & pitr's tired giant transforms abandoned dam wall into artistic canvas in france
the large-scale mural decorates an abandoned dam wall, reinvigorating the existing structure and its surrounding landscape.
the large-scale mural decorates an abandoned dam wall, reinvigorating the existing structure and its surrounding landscape.
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archohm designs a 16,000 sqm green bazaar and concert hall in new delhi
the final product is a well-equipped, 800-capacity auditorium, an open-air amphitheater, as well as numerous little shops.
the final product is a well-equipped, 800-capacity auditorium, an open-air amphitheater, as well as numerous little shops.
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daniel arsham sets blue japanese zen garden overlooking rio's sugar loaf mountain
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modern petrified artifacts replace traditional stones as an element of decoration, dotted around the bright blue sand landscape.
modern petrified artifacts replace traditional stones as an element of decoration, dotted around the bright blue sand landscape.
studio saxe crafts jungle yoga pavilion for ‘nalu nosara’ hotel in costa rica
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the project blends contemporary design with local craftsmanship to frame the surrounding nature.
the project blends contemporary design with local craftsmanship to frame the surrounding nature.
maurizio galante & tal lancman's bedroom for AD intérieurs arouses a surreal dreamscape
the space takes life with a kaleidoscopic effect covered with floor-to-ceiling carpet in red onyx motif, like rorschach test ink blots in a multitude of reds.
the space takes life with a kaleidoscopic effect covered with floor-to-ceiling carpet in red onyx motif, like rorschach test ink blots in a multitude of reds.
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mclaren special operations 570GT supercar painted in classic XP green
mclaren special operations combines bespoke modern elegance and historic color to produce a striking MSO collection 570GT supercar.
mclaren special operations combines bespoke modern elegance and historic color to produce a striking MSO collection 570GT supercar.
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neil nenner and avihai mizrahi reconfigure the book as an object without content
the book constitutes the material and cultural foundation of this project, which is the end product of an encounter between a product designer and a graphic »
the book constitutes the material and cultural foundation of this project, which is the end product of an encounter between a product designer and a graphic designer.
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mercedes AMG G65 brabus 900 22 one of ten revealed at IAA 2017
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prestige car modifier, brabus, takes the 'G-wagon' to new levels of style, power, and exclusivity at this year’s IAA 2017 in frankfurt.
prestige car modifier, brabus, takes the 'G-wagon' to new levels of style, power, and exclusivity at this year’s IAA 2017 in frankfurt.
yoga photograms hauntingly highlight the human body's poised postures and positions
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husband and wife artistic duo rob and nick carter pay homage to the holistic eastern practice.
husband and wife artistic duo rob and nick carter pay homage to the holistic eastern practice.
vincent callebaut proposes spiral-shaped eco-resort for the philippines
the design is a response to over-fishing, mass tourism, and pollution in the form of plastic waste and toxic products.
the design is a response to over-fishing, mass tourism, and pollution in the form of plastic waste and toxic products.
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banksy welcomes barbican visitors into basquiat exhibit with politically charged graffiti
banksy places his artwork on the center's wall, creating an unofficial collaboration with the gallery to welcome visitors into the show.
banksy places his artwork on the center's wall, creating an unofficial collaboration with the gallery to welcome visitors into the show.
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school of visual arts offers most comprehensive products of design masters
designboom talks to allan chochinov, chair of the MFA in products of design graduate program at the school of visual arts in new york city, who discusses the »
designboom talks to allan chochinov, chair of the MFA in products of design graduate program at the school of visual arts in new york city, who discusses the masters' mission, uniqueness, and how it best prepares practitioners.
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trees protrude through VTN architects' 'stacked planters house' in vietnam
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conceived as a a 'small park in a dense neighborhood', the home's functions are contained within a series of stacked volumes.
conceived as a a 'small park in a dense neighborhood', the home's functions are contained within a series of stacked volumes.
heatherwick studio's zeitz museum of contemporary art africa opens in cape town
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the nine-floor, 9,500 square meter interior reinvigorates the grain silo complex as a symbol of cape town’s industrial history.
the nine-floor, 9,500 square meter interior reinvigorates the grain silo complex as a symbol of cape town’s industrial history.
