id inc. revamps traditional japanese instrument using contemporary tones
the design was realized as a lighter and smaller version than the original one, providing a more familiar instrument to people.
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id inc's cardboard cubes populate japan GOOD DESIGN exhibition in tokyo
id inc used cardboard cubes as a platform for this disaster prevention exhibition, each one perfectly sized to fit enough survival supplies for 72 hours.
dmoa architects' screen house frames the gently sloping fields of belgium's countryside
the narrow, long, and tall house sits upon a beautiful site with endless views of the green landscape in bierbeek, belgium.
DMOA architecten forges corten house from weathering steel lamellae
the barrier between interior and exterior is held in tension as the density of the vertical pieces have been adjusted to the landscape.
the 'seaseeker' mask transforms snapchat spectacles into underwater goggles
the seeseaker mask lets you snap while underwater, giving those above the surface a unique perspective into the intriguing underwater world of marine life.
oakley airwave HUD + GPS goggles
featuring a built-in heads-up display, the goggles implement GPS and bluetooth technology alongside an accelerometer, barometer and gyro sensors for accessing real time run information.
amarist studio converts the shape of projectiles into a sculptural lighting set
the designers have reproduced the 80mm mortar shell grenade in alabaster stone and 24-karat gold plated brass, with LED lights enhancing the veins and texture of the stone.
amarist studio combusts money for 'too much? II' coffee table
the artwork is a reflection on the volatility of money and its real value.
party space design creates a simple common room cafe in bangkok
the soft light from the white painted structure expels a warm glow into the street, welcoming customers in for a fresh brew of tea.
party / space / design shapes its co-working hub as a light-filled open box
patterned tiles, walls and shelves offer the interior space a dynamic and flexible quality.
the massive 44-note ore-some xylophone generates randomly timed music
nervous squirrel's structure is a mechanical xylophone that generates truly random compositions by measuring the activity of uranium ore.
nervous squirrel records audio clips into the musical stepladders
each ladder contains four lo-fi sampler circuits, which are activated by spring-mounted steps, turning them into an interactive performance piece.
3form explores the power of materials at NEOCON 2017
the brand exhibited three silos - rust, seeyond, and high-res chroma - made of exclusive materials that alter one's sense of time, space, and matter.
pearson lloyd expands teknion zones furniture series at NEOCON 2017
following its launch at NEOCON 2016, teknion’s ‘zones’ collection by pearsonlloyd further fine tunes its designs to encourage informal productivity and more human offices.
shocking short film shows new york city as an underwater abyss after climatic catastrophe
filmmakers claire & max envision a very scary scene...
claire & max turn new york city into a fake movie set
skyscrapers seem to be flattened from their original form and propped up on metal and wooden frames.
ZHA unbuilt: zaha hadid architects' unrealized, unpublished designs
during london festival of architecture 2017, the 'ZHA unbuilt' exhibition is a rare insight into the continuous work and design development of zaha hadid architects.
IF_DO's dulwich pavilion brings out the brilliance of london's architectural scene
IF_DO’s design is based on an extensible communication with sir john sloane’s gallery building and the ever-changing nature of the landscape.
kochi architect's studio enhances interior of ANA house with 7 colors
a ‘patchwork of rooms’ has been created where each angled plywood plane has then been painted in a different color, lending the home an abstract quality.
kochi architect’s studio renovates tokyo apartment with asymmetric plywood planes
in order to establish a series of communal spaces, the design cuts a large void into the center of the building, providing new sightlines among the home's various volumes.
swarovski designers of the future innovatively interpret crystal at design miami/ basel 2017
the installation includes pieces made using 3D crystal printing, works involving innovative solar cell technology, and an architectural tableau of upcycled materials.
jimenez lai expresses components of domestic life at venice biennale
titled 'township of domestic parts', the nine disparate structures express components of residential typologies, such as the 'house of sleep' and 'house of shit', among others.
daydreamers design installs confessional booth made of wax bricks in hong kong
the structure has been built using wax blocks, referencing the votive candles found in churches, chapels, and cathedrals.
daydreamers design traces the evolution of the arch with its spiral pavilion in sharjah
the temporary structure is made up of 100 arches that form an 88 meter-long arcade.
goula/figuera's LED lamp for faro barcelona doubles as a coat hanger
made of steel and PMMA, the lamp is adorned with minimalist, pure geometries that complement the warm LED lighting.
goula figuera blends luminaries with vegetation in viride collection
the collection combines the capability of transforming interiors with light and decorative plants in a new typology of object containing both.
BAM's 'indigo playground' features discs that cast a checkerboard of shadows across the park
the playground offers two large separate spaces, designed for the needs of two different age levels.
L&Z expands 'workspace fundamentals' collection with four latest products
the items are crafted as flexible and functionally open products for contemporary working and living.
les trois amphora collection by mark braun
the collection is influenced by the original material use of amphoras as containers for wine, oil or honey.
arik levy unveils carbon fibre series at superyacht gallery in london
the sculptural series conveys a feeling of permanence and tranquility.
design miami/ 2016: arik levy crafts ICE collection for COMPAC
celebrating the launch of his 'genesis' range, the project highlights the beauty and versatility of the material through a diverse variety of applications.
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grippin’ $ 3,000.00 USD deadline: april 30th, 2027 
WDC 2028 Busan Pavilion International Design Competition $ 46,666.00 USD deadline: october 26th, 2026 
Portugal Long Table Restaurant $ 11,635.00 USD deadline: january 11th, 2027 
Kinderspace: Architecture for Children's Development competition / Edition #4 $ 11,773.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 
2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 
New York High Falls Riverfront Market $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: january 18th, 2027 
Valli Wine Tasting Room $ 11,632.00 USD deadline: february 15th, 2027 
2026 TITAN Property Awards Season 2 deadline: november 5th, 2026 
Wonder Global Design Awards 2026 Season 2 deadline: january 31st, 2027 
The Oak Moon Pavilion $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: march 1st, 2027 
