ZWEIDREI: efa's box
consolidated into a single fragmented box, the main functions - seating, point of sale and product - appear as radically different architectural contexts then the neutral and minimal structure that surrounds it.
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ZWEIDREI + kim wang architects: beta circus
the implementation of two principal volumes - the arena and the circus - shifted the focus and the spatial atmosphere, creating an interrelated space of old versus new.
jason miller: endless lighting system at ICFF 2011
comprised of half-cylinder units, the system can be used either as a wall or hanging light. the individual components can be joined back-to-back or end-to-end into numerous configurations.
new products by jason miller
designer jason miller has created three new products that will be shown at the ICCF in new york in may.
singapore biennale 2011: merlion hotel by tatzu nishi closes
the temporary art installation placed singapore's merlion statue — with its head of a lion and body of a fish – at the center of a bedroom suite.
shao yinong & muchen: banknote tapestries
a series of twelve embroidered tapestries featuring obsolete banknotes from different countries and time periods, the body of work considers the ideological shifts in political economies in china and around the world, depicting symbols of leaders, heroes and mythical figures.
lyuba haleva: lily lives in the city
beginning with the image of a young woman featured on candywrappers, the mixed media series 'lily lives in the city' investigates the widespread personal discontent felt in contemporary consumerist society.
luyba haleva: urban legends
the collection attempts to express a sense of loss in the eyes of urban dwellers, and the fear, that while technology is aimed at making our lives better, it is actually ruining our existence.
mr smith studio: cream chair for calligaris
the design aims to build a bridge between wood and plastics with the whole project playing around the connections between the chosen materials.
mr smith studio: basil chair for calligaris
composed of completely recyclable plastic, the chair adopts the form of a basil leaf for its seat.
design aerobics 2011 new courses start monday, may 15
this coming monday sees the start of our next two design-aerobics courses, covering the themes of 'food' and 'sport'. find out how you can enroll here...
design aerobics 2011 courses announced!
with the new year fast approaching you might already be thinking about how to get your design-muscles into shape? 'design-aerobics' our online design courses could be just the type of exercise you need! today we are pleased to announce the course themes for 2011: self-promotion, packaging, sport, food, tech-gadgets and paper.
wouter nieuwendijk and jair straschnow: another picnic table
a new picnic table typology - splitting the bench into separate seats for a more comfortable arrangement, they can also be flipped upwards to provide an alternative, more relaxed low seating position.
jair straschnow: grassworks exhibition at aram gallery
grassworks are a series of experiments in self-assembly furniture made from bamboo laminate sheets.
onitsuka tiger x koi klub: purposefully
a restyle of the 1982 'x caliber', these new versions feature denim uppers that give a washed out look, while shiny multicolored laces contrast the shoes' chunky styling.
onitsuka tiger: the aisen range dip dyed indigo
the new line of shoes and apparel are made from natural materials, dip-dyed by hand in pigments extracted from indigo plants and manufactured according to traditional japanese methods.
'nesting pc virtual tablet' by sono mocci 'FUJITSU design award 2011' competition shortlisted entry
the combination tablet and data visualization interface offers 'plug and play' functionality for external devices, with automatic battery charging and data syncing.
'ivy' by sono mocci 'seoul cycle design' competition shortlist revealed
'ivy' by sono mocci from italy is one of the shortlisted design entries from more than 3000 participants in our recent designboom competition, 'seoul cycle design competition 2010', organized in collaboration with seoul design foundation.
hugo boss prize 2010: hans peter feldmann
the guggenheim's hugo boss prize 2010 in recognition of achievement in contemporary art has been awarded to hans-peter feldmann, whose exhibition for the award involves the papering of an entire room with used single dollar bills in the amount of the cash prize: 100,000 USD.
hans peter feldmann at gwangju art biennale 2010
'9/12 front page' puts on display a collection of front pages from numerous international newspapers the day after the september 11 attacks on the world trade center towers.
sopheap pich: compound
the multi-part sculpture responds to the emergence of high-rise architecture in cambodia, constructed from materials such as bamboo, sustained by the country's wetlands and lakes, that are now being drained for development.
SAM singapore art museum for southeast asian art
the mission of the singapore art museum (SAM) is to preserve and present the art histories and contemporary art practices of singapore and the southeast asian region. to date, SAM has amassed the world’s largest public collection of modern and contemporary southeast asian artworks with a growing component in international contemporary art.
toyota scion FR S
scion's first sports coupe, the 'FR-S' concept features a chiseled, aerodynamic face and hoodline over a well-balanced front engine rear-wheel drive engine configuration, offering high horsepower and torque without sacrificing smooth handling and fuel efficiency. a production model based off of the vehicle is expected in 2012.
suzuki: kizashi apex
a crossover vehicle that combines the performance of suzuki motorcycles with the 4-seater 'kizashi' sedan, the 'apex' concept prototype features peak output in the range of 275-300HP.
maison d'art'chitecture: the fox
the warehouse and multi-purpose facility adopts a subtle s-shaped plan to carefully conceal its position and volume, slowly revealing its presence in the approach.
maison d'art'chitecture: footbridge in corcelles
composed of two distinct and complementary elements, the sculptural structure connects the old town with the residential area of the municipality while providing views of the nearby lake.
k architectures: ZIK music school
featuring a series of extending arms that slip into the terrain, the inter-municipal facility engages in direct dialogue with its site which is characterized by rolling fields of wheat.
k architectures: DOX student residence
consisting of three autonomous buildings, a set of external walkways and garden voids act as transitional zones for the inhabitants.
yii: rush hour light by po ching liao
po-ching liao draws taiwan's high possession and use of scooters and motorcycles, symbolizing the chaos and traffic they cause through a series of light objects.
yii: lantern by tong ho
the lantern is styled with a classic appearance and combined with new technologies. the body of the lamp is ceramic, and features a bamboo hand. fitted with an inner LED system, this version of a traditional taiwanese lamp reveals its decoration only when lit.
oiio: pearl centre for the promotion of science
featuring a series of lines that incise the plot, the project seeks to create a visually negotiate the qualities of the old and the new city.
bg studio: block 39
considering the site's master plan as well as the building itself, the project is centered around the abstract idea of 'force fields' to encourage the aspect of science to meet everyday life.
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competitions 
Kinderspace: Architecture for Children's Development competition / Edition #4 $ 11,773.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 
Architectural competition for the design and supervision of the construction of the project “Limassol Arts Centre” $ 29,800.00 USD deadline: march 22nd, 2027 
Bellano Cotton Mill Museum deadline: may 25th, 2027 
The Oak Moon Pavilion $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: march 1st, 2027 
Vancouver Tall Challenge $ 15,000.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 
2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 
L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 
TACTICAL URBANISM NOW! 2026 $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: october 30th, 2026 
Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 
Compasso d’Oro International Design Award 2027 deadline: january 20th, 2027 all competitions
Kinderspace: Architecture for Children's Development competition / Edition #4 $ 11,773.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 Architectural competition for the design and supervision of the construction of the project “Limassol Arts Centre” $ 29,800.00 USD deadline: march 22nd, 2027 Bellano Cotton Mill Museum deadline: may 25th, 2027 The Oak Moon Pavilion $ 9,120.00 USD deadline: march 1st, 2027 Vancouver Tall Challenge $ 15,000.00 USD deadline: november 30th, 2026 2027 MUSE Design Awards deadline: april 15th, 2027 L A M P International Lighting Design Competition deadline: october 31st, 2026 TACTICAL URBANISM NOW! 2026 $ 10,000.00 USD deadline: october 30th, 2026 Museum of Emotions #9 $ 9,140.00 USD deadline: february 22nd, 2027 Compasso d’Oro International Design Award 2027 deadline: january 20th, 2027 
