by Continuum

Guided by the main principle that “designing for failure is essential for success”, the design consultancy, Continuum, has created this conceptual packaging for a single cigarette. The 1Z – the name is a reference to “loosies” – takes into consideration that smokers who are trying to quit are constantly susceptible to setbacks. Therefore, the idea is to avoid this setback to turn into a whole pattern of failure, that is, one cigarette rather than a whole pack and so on. (mais…)

by MINI

The British MINI has just launched the conceptual Rocketman at the International Geneve Motor Show. Wide-opening doors and an adjustable luggage compartment that can be adapted by pulling out a drawer at the back of the car characterize the guiding principle of this project. A response to the requirements of mobile lifestyles in the big cities of the future, the 3+1-seater with 3 doors features integrated fibre-optics that illuminates the interior and a glass roof, which is imprinted with the Union Jack. (mais…)

by Emma Marga Blanche

French designer Emma Marga Blanche has conceived these pleated lamps made from folded polypropylene and fan outwards from their bases, creating a cluster of precise but organic forms when positioned together. Called Rhubarb, the lamps were presented as part of 20 Designers at Biologiska, which she co-curated with Fredrik Färg during Stockholm Design Week. (mais…)

Fly Paper Clock by James Auger & Jimmy Loizeau

Inspired by carnivorous plants, the duo of designers, James Auger and Jimmy Loizeau, has created the prototype of a wall clock which utilizes this unique source of energy. Instead of electricity derived from batteries or solar panels, the power of the Fly Paper Clock is supplied by flies.

The insects are attracted to a trap – a revolving sheet of paper – in which they get stuck and afterwards killed by a special substance. The consequential organic material will be converted into energy due to the specific system conceived by the designers. It takes eight flies to supply the clock for twelve hours.

Controversial opinions will certainly arise. Watch the video and send us your impressions. (mais…)

McVillage by UXUS

Comissioned by McDonald’s, UXUS design consultancy has conceived an inspiring children’s activity area for kids under 7 years of age, bringing the theme of “what I eat, what I do” to life. The entire project is a spatial application of graphic design as the use of images instead of words transcends those barriers associated with different geographical places and children’s ages.

The playful aesthetic stimulates imagination and represents a phase of the journey food goes through before finally arriving at the dinner table, creating a connection between kids and the education about food and cooking. (mais…)

Water Conservation Meter by Young-Suk Kim

It’s wide known that water consumption is among the most relevant issues of the international agenda. Water security has become as crucial as hunger and environment protection in the world; defined as an absolutely necessary element to the life and health of both humans and ecosystems, and a fundamental condition to countries’ development.

Aware of that, Young-Suk Kim has created the +-Water, which is a digital device that attaches to faucets and displays an accurate feedback about usage. It stands out from other meters by converting the consumed liters into actual cost. (mais…)

by Shamil Ramazanov

Eager to support the work of young designers, the team of Pilgrim is constantly alert to interesting projects that pop up around the globe and undoubtedly deserve good exposure. As the Russian, Shamil Ramazanov, a student at British Higher School of Art and Design in Moscow, who has created this cheerful concept of Coca-Cola for kids. (mais…)