I have seen some pretty tacky solar portable chargers, but this one is sleek and sophisticated. The Dunhill Solar Charge ($TBA) is a beautiful designed solar charger that rotates into an aerospace-grade aluminum body when not in use, it can provide up to 30 hours of charge for any cellphone or mp3 player via USB. It can even recharge itself by using the built-in solar panel or via a computer USB. It even comes with a stylish chassis leather carrying case so you don't lose or scratch up your new toy. Hopefully, this solar charger is price accordingly, cause if it is I will be sure to pick one up
Here is the creation of an aesthetically designed DV01 bike by David Qvick. His aim for this bike was towards a contemporary target group, that considers the bicycle to be both a convenient means of transportation and a product with high aesthetical value. To most, a bicycles is something that you attach to your own personal style, where not only does it function but it fits your own unique personality. In this design project of David's, he was focusing on finding a balance in the design. When form and function interact to provide a product that not only last longer but is enjoyed by its owner.
Photo: John Wennerberg
This home in Nevada looks out on a limitless landscape. The flat, arid desert surrounds their property and in the far distance off in Death Valley, gives ways to a scenic mountain view. The home is so far out there that at night you can watch the stars move.
The home is a modern 1,200 square foot, three bedroom home. It may look like wood and cement on the outside, but on the inside, it's very basic in color. Color was used sparingly in the home to reflect the desert surroundings. The outside provides a viewing point to the desert and its surroundings while sitting, but why not relax in the hot tub while you gaze into the distance. More photos on nytimes.com
This was so interesting to me this morning that it could go without being posted. These plush toys over at Smallable are an exclusive collaboration with My Name Is Simone, aka French designer, Caroline Castagna-Suarez of Hipster Plush dolls of Patrice and Beatrice as well as Super Zero, Suzanne, Simon, Daisy and Jean-Louis. Sometimes growing up stink and the designer feels that dolls are fun at any age. These dolls I'm sure will be a big hit with all those trendy hipsters out there. I know that I wouldn't mind picking one up. I would probably get Simone since he is a ginger and has a sweet stache. Plus, green is not a creative color!
I'm not going to lie this is a freaking weird video. It was created by This Is It Collective, which is a site of illustrators, animators, artists and designers based in London. Their latest creation Don't Hug Me I'm Scared is one part children's programming while the other is just plan dark and creepy. I got to give it to them though, the song is kinda of catchy, but regardless their choice of characters was pretty interesting. Check out the video below and check out more of their work.
Photo by: Tim Navis
Imagine being all by yourself in the pacific; just floating and listening to the sounds around you. While you’re surrounded by nature with large mountain cliffs off in the distance; the sun is setting and the tide is slowly retreating. This is the first thing that comes to mind when I hear the new track by Tycho. I have done many posts about his work; and I will continue because this man is my inspiration.
His new album "Dive" is due to be out on November 15th, 2011 and I cannot wait. But in the meantime, have a listen to his new track "Hours" and enjoy the new album cover from his fourth full length album.
Pitchfork has also made this track available as FREE download. Get your free track today. ISo50 also has made a special announcement that they are offering the pre-order lithographs featuring the album artwork, head over to the shop and grab one of the first editions. Plus, don't forget to check out ISo50 Blog, great stuff posted all the time.
Sarah Garzoni is the creator of this beautiful butterfly series, Mimesis. It may be full of deceased insects, but their designs are intriguing and full of life. These butterflies were altered with a new visual pattern of branding with a known company or a common logo. It was all done using an ink jet printer, using a variety of colors and designs to portray these branded butterflies.
Could you imagine seeing a living butterfly flying around with the Target logo on their wings? It would be a sight to see for sure. Sarah series seems to blur the lines between animals and the human realm of communicating, even if it means branding the idea of man into animals. I think this is a great series and if you have time check out more of her work.
The Sleep Box is a small cubicle space that is available at public places like airports, train stations and etc where people can book the "box" for set periods of time to catch a little shut eye. The concept was designed by Russian architects Arch Group, to give travelers a way to get some Z's. The design of this Sleep Box is clever and sleek, with sheets that are automatically changed by winding from one roller to another, just like a conveyor belt. Each Box is also decked out with an LCD T.V., Wi-Fi, a place to stash your luggage, and plenty of plugs for charging up your laptop or cellphone.
So would this be something you would be will to check out? I know if I saw one and had the time I would definitely check one out for sure.
Size: 2 m x 1,40m x 2,30m to sleep in comfort and security.
Cheap sleep in case of emergency for anyone rich or poor!!
No time wasted looking for a hotel
Designed to be installed at train stations and airports, and central public places or cities where accommodation is fully booked.
In tropical climate countries the sleeper box can be installed outdoors in main streets.
The space includes bed, linen, ventilation system, alarm. LCD TV, WiFi , space for your laptop and re chargeable phone. Under your bed and floor there is a cupboard for your luggage.
Payment is made at terminals who will give clients an electronic key that can be purchased for 15 minutes or for as many hours as you need.
It's that time of month again for a new Playlist. This months Playlist-28 I wanted to do another dub/chill dubstep mix. It's full of some great tracks from Burial, Skream, Youngsta and more. This is sure to give your fill of good music. If any of you out there know of some similar artist please let me know.
If you want to check out any of the other Playlist then click on TCL Playlist in the menu.
Cover art by: Damion S.
Tracklist
1. Explode by Skream
2. Hallowlerd by Skream
3. Bombay Squad by Loefah
4. Bloc Party Where is Home by Burial
5. Shell of Light by Burial
6. Deep Concentration by Youngsta
7. Homeless
8. Southern Comfort by Burial
9. Jamie Woon Wayfaring Strange by Burial
10. Thom Yorke And It Rained All Night by Burial
11. Dub Period by Youngsta
12. Request Line (Mala Remix) by Hatcha
