umbrellas (28 articles)
the hands-free umbrella drone uses smart AI to protect you from the elements
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dubbed the 'free parasol' the drone uses artificial intelligence and a camera to follow its users head, protecting it from the elements.
dubbed the 'free parasol' the drone uses artificial intelligence and a camera to follow its users head, protecting it from the elements.
HT design lab envisions versatile umbrella-shaped modules for urban uses
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like a puzzle, units can be moved separately across the gifu prefecture in japan, or assembled into a large building model.
like a puzzle, units can be moved separately across the gifu prefecture in japan, or assembled into a large building model.
rain impeding your texting? try the phone-brella by kt design
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a integrated C-shaped handgrip acts as a counter-weight, balancing the object and helping the shoulder prop it up to enable hands-free use.
a integrated C-shaped handgrip acts as a counter-weight, balancing the object and helping the shoulder prop it up to enable hands-free use.
from used umbrella to hand-crafted satchels, rimini rimini bags
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the nostalgic collection of bags ranges from classic blue with white stripes, to old-fashioned patterns, to the occasional funky palette -- all sewn and paired with nautical ropes »
the nostalgic collection of bags ranges from classic blue with white stripes, to old-fashioned patterns, to the occasional funky palette -- all sewn and paired with nautical ropes and floats.
izaskun chinchilla architects completes city of dreams pavilion in NYC
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following a successful crowdfunding campaign, the pavilion was built by izaskun chinchilla architects with help from volunteers, FIGMENT, the emerging new york architects »
following a successful crowdfunding campaign, the pavilion was built by izaskun chinchilla architects with help from volunteers, FIGMENT, the emerging new york architects committee, and the structural engineers association of new york.
catch my drip, a sculptural umbrella holder by non-useless
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the small, locally sourced holders transform drying umbrellas into original sculptures, from québécois atelier non-useless.
the small, locally sourced holders transform drying umbrellas into original sculptures, from québécois atelier non-useless.
wet-free unnurella umbrella uses remarkably high-dense fabric
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designed by doogdesign and produced by world party inc., the wet-free 'unnurella' umbrella has a high-dense fabric which has the highest attainable level in water repellency tests.
designed by doogdesign and produced by world party inc., the wet-free 'unnurella' umbrella has a high-dense fabric which has the highest attainable level in water repellency tests.
new york's city of dreams pavilion uses flower structures to adapt and grow
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'city of dreams' pavilion focuses on the future of cities and people, specifically at humans' relationship with sustainability and the natural environment.
'city of dreams' pavilion focuses on the future of cities and people, specifically at humans' relationship with sustainability and the natural environment.
nendo's coverbrella for by | n hides protective shield inside handle
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nendo resolves the problem of umbrella covers notoriously getting lost, by hiding the sleeves within the handles of the rain protectors so that they become a seamless part of the »
nendo resolves the problem of umbrella covers notoriously getting lost, by hiding the sleeves within the handles of the rain protectors so that they become a seamless part of the canopy's overall design.
SA umbrella employs planar tension, like origami, to open and close
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matthew waldman and justin nagelberg have turned to the japanese art of paper folding to inform the function of their design, eliminating the skeleton structure and mesh usually »
matthew waldman and justin nagelberg have turned to the japanese art of paper folding to inform the function of their design, eliminating the skeleton structure and mesh usually found in umbrellas.
nendo-designed stay-brella for by | n stands + hangs on its own
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with the arm turned down, the pronged design can also hang securely from tables and stay propped up on a wall when not in use.
with the arm turned down, the pronged design can also hang securely from tables and stay propped up on a wall when not in use.
craig and karl's limited edition umbrellas for harbour city
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craig and karl’s limited edition umbrellas for harbour city are now available in two colorways.
craig and karl’s limited edition umbrellas for harbour city are now available in two colorways.
alban guého floats heads of medusa at festival des architecture vives
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umbrellas and thick wool fibers come together to replicate the head of the mythological divinity.
umbrellas and thick wool fibers come together to replicate the head of the mythological divinity.
'unbrella' by h concept works in reverse + stands freely
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nothing like a rainy day to bring you down, but that doesn't mean porting around your umbrella needs to be a burden.
nothing like a rainy day to bring you down, but that doesn't mean porting around your umbrella needs to be a burden.
alessandro busana adds cup to umbrella to contain water drips
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by replacing the classic sting-like ending of the object with a colored rubber hemisphere, the flexible bowl avoids the creation of water stains on the floor.
by replacing the classic sting-like ending of the object with a colored rubber hemisphere, the flexible bowl avoids the creation of water stains on the floor.
the ginkgo polypropylene umbrella is 100% recyclable
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the number of components are considerably reduced compared to traditional umbrellas and the assembling procedure needs no screws or pivots.
the number of components are considerably reduced compared to traditional umbrellas and the assembling procedure needs no screws or pivots.
parapluie table'parapluie table' by rakso naibaf by rakso naibaf
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somewhere between a table and an umbrella, the functional form is an ode to the absurdity of the everyday.
somewhere between a table and an umbrella, the functional form is an ode to the absurdity of the everyday.
designboom shop: camouflage goggles umbrella by 25togo
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with its secret, goggle-shaped window disguised in perfect camouflage, the umbrella lets spies and scuba divers alike continue their adventures under the cover of rain. stay »
with its secret, goggle-shaped window disguised in perfect camouflage, the umbrella lets spies and scuba divers alike continue their adventures under the cover of rain. stay tuned, more new products are coming soon!
designboom shop: goggles umbrella
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spies and scuba divers alike will appreciate the secret, goggle-shaped window offered by these bright umbrellas, now available in the designboom shop.
spies and scuba divers alike will appreciate the secret, goggle-shaped window offered by these bright umbrellas, now available in the designboom shop.
clock parasol by kota nexu features a built in sundial
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a parasol with a built in sundial that allows the user to read the time from below.
a parasol with a built in sundial that allows the user to read the time from below.
yu ting cheng + yu hsun chung + shaw chen chen: wheel + seal umbrella
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an umbrella featuring wheels that leave impressions of smiley faces on the floor using puddles left over from the rain.
an umbrella featuring wheels that leave impressions of smiley faces on the floor using puddles left over from the rain.
blunt umbrella
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the design aims to solve the all-to-common conundrum of being poked in the face with someone’s umbrella.
the design aims to solve the all-to-common conundrum of being poked in the face with someone’s umbrella.
funbrella simulates rainshowers
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if you love being outside in the rain with an umbrella but don't like actually getting wet, the funbrella has a solution.
if you love being outside in the rain with an umbrella but don't like actually getting wet, the funbrella has a solution.
ambient umbrella lights up to indicate rainy weather
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if winter in your city means lots and lots of rain, then the ambient umbrella is the perfect way to never be caught without cover.
if winter in your city means lots and lots of rain, then the ambient umbrella is the perfect way to never be caught without cover.
everything that happens by julie tremblay
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everything that happens took place for 1.5 hours during the busiest time of the week in rådhuspladsen, the town hall square in copenhagen, denmark.
everything that happens took place for 1.5 hours during the busiest time of the week in rådhuspladsen, the town hall square in copenhagen, denmark.
self defense umbrellas by sruli recht
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carrying the piece around would surely make an potential attacker think twice before starting any trouble...
carrying the piece around would surely make an potential attacker think twice before starting any trouble...
kengo kuma builds a temporary house from umbrellas
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the japanese architect has created a dwelling which is formed by a shell composed of umbrellas that have been zipped together.
the japanese architect has created a dwelling which is formed by a shell composed of umbrellas that have been zipped together.
sexy umbrellas
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though the difference between a parasol and an umbrella may seem confusing today, it was absolutely clear and unquestionable to victorian society.
though the difference between a parasol and an umbrella may seem confusing today, it was absolutely clear and unquestionable to victorian society.
