2015 Archive
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LibraryBox is an open source, file sharing device.Design News • 31 Dec 15The LibraryBox bridges the gap of information delivery in developing nations without internet access. >
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SECITI monorailDesign News • 30 Dec 15Two-seater pods suspended above Mexico City’s traffic offers passengers a quicker commute to work and back. >
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Japanese company Kyocera have just released a smartphone that users can wash and use in the bathDesign News • 30 Dec 15Japanese company Kyocera have just released a smartphone that users can wash and use in the bath. >
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A design studio at the Johannesburg Graduate School of Architecture investigates infrastructure in the city through drawing. Image: Jaco JonkerDesign News • 29 Dec 15A design studio at the Johannesburg Graduate School of Architecture investigates infrastructure in the city through a process of drawing intuitively. >
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Adam Hoens - Drake
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Launch of first telemedicine service over TV white spaces networkDesign News • 28 Dec 15Project Kgolagano uses TV white spaces to bring much needed medical care to remote areas in Africa. >
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Tolosa Water SystemDesign News • 28 Dec 15Students from Singapore are ready to initiate a water-filtration system in Philippine communities affected by Typhoon Haiyan. >
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Industrial designer Carter Zufelt has developed a system that recycles plastic bags into objects that celebrate their originsDesign News • 24 Dec 15Industrial designer Carter Zufelt has developed a system that recycles plastic bags into marbled household objects that celebrate their origins. >
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South African illustrator Sinalo Ngcaba sends Christmas greetings inspired by her African heritage.Next Generation • 24 Dec 15A South African illustrator sends Christmas greetings inspired by her African heritage. >
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The Haduwa Arts and Culture Institute is a large bamboo canopy that serves as a meeting place for artists and cultural practitioners in Ghana.Design News • 23 Dec 15The Haduwa Arts and Culture Institute is a large bamboo canopy that serves as a meeting place for artists and cultural practitioners in Ghana. >
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Out of The Box is an innovative project that aims to build the first adventure playground in the inner city of Addis Ababa, EthiopiaDesign News • 23 Dec 15Out of The Box is an innovative project that aims to build the first adventure playground in the inner city of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. >
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Pollinators, by design studio Aether & Hemera, is an interactive installation that raises public awareness of the decline of pollinating birds in the UKDesign News • 23 Dec 15Pollinators, by design studio Aether & Hemera, is an interactive installation that raises public awareness of the decline of pollinator birds in the UK. >
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Designed by Santiago Calatrava, the Museum of Tomorrow is spectacular building in Rio de Janeiro dedicated to science, the environment and the future.Design News • 22 Dec 15Designed by Santiago Calatrava, the Museum of Tomorrow is spectacular building in Rio de Janeiro dedicated to science, the environment and the future. >
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Designer James Stumpf has come up with a see-through toaster so users can see how brown their toast is gettingProduct Spotlight • 22 Dec 15Designer James Stumpf has come up with a see-through toaster so users can see how brown their toast is getting. >
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Flowy uses a simple game to combat panic attacks.Design News • 22 Dec 15Flowy reduces stress, anxiety and panic attacks using daily breathing rituals. >
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doctHERs uses tech to provide healthcare to Pakistani women.Design News • 21 Dec 15The doctHERs initiative is an online platform that connects doctors to patients in need using technology. >
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Ethiopia Skate is an initiative that uses skateboarding to make connections in Addis AbabaDesign News • 21 Dec 15Ethiopia Skate is an initiative that uses skateboarding to help youth make connections in Addis Ababa. >
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Loud MiniDesign News • 18 Dec 15A compact hooter that is as loud as a car hooter is designed for safe urban commuting. >
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Image Source: FlickrDesign Frontiers • 18 Dec 15Researchers have designed a concept to solve a major problem facing solar power generation. >
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Signature dishes made using information.Design News • 18 Dec 15The chefs at Data Cuisine design special data dishes to ask and answer questions about the information in our lives. >
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Ticket BooksDesign News • 18 Dec 15Brazilian publishing house, L&PM Editores republished a collection of ten classic novels that double as metro tickets. >
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The Swallow Homestay and Community House is the product of the happy union between traditional Vietnamese building methods and modern construction.Design News • 18 Dec 15The Swallow Homestay and Community House is the product of the happy union between traditional Vietnamese building methods and modern construction. >
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The Walls of Change project is transforming an industrial neighbourhood in Miami into the heart of street art.FilmFestFriday • 18 Dec 15The Walls of Change project is transforming an industrial neighbourhood in Miami into the heart of street art. >
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Clover by Mathieu LehanneurProduct Spotlight • 18 Dec 15French industrial designer Mathieu Lehanneur creates an urban furniture and lighting collection for COP21’s climate conference. >