Mobility becomes a grave problem for the elderly as well as physically challenged, as they have to rely on others for their basic needs. Commissioned by Tzora Company, the “Miracle” by Israeli designer Ayelet Kit is a four-wheeled vehicle/scooter that allows mobility to the elderly and physically disabled. Running on a rechargeable battery, the electric vehicle integrates a rotating chair, so the user could get on and off the vehicle with minimum fuss.... [weiterlesen]

You may enjoy features like e-mail, multimedia messaging, voice dialing, phone books, word processors, multi-color displays, and cameras on your hi-tech cellphone, but the special users, especially visually impaired, have to do with conventional landline phones to fulfill their communication needs. Providing a solution, designer Nikko van Stolk has come up with an innovative cellphone named the “Tactile” that makes use of a system of digital texture to let the blind access a multitude of features... [weiterlesen]

Plucked from the real of ancient times, the mighty quill of little men finds use in the high-tech age as well with slight tinkering. Nothing Design Group has brought to light its modern version dubbed as Haptic Penna. It’s a feather-shaped ballpoint pen. With a carved frame for easy hold. Available in plain and gold-plated versions, the quill also doubles as a bookmark. ... [weiterlesen]

Nothing comes even remotely close to living in a house boat surrounded by calm serene waters, that too in the middle of a cosmopolitan city like Hamburg. Designed by Rost Niderehe Architects this house boat speaks a clear and simple architectural language. The boat has a single wall that wraps like a spiral from the outside to the inside. The upper deck has been assigned public use whereas the private utilities such as the work, living,... [weiterlesen]

Designed to compliment vivacious lifestyle Samsung Nerve is a wearable communication gadget that keeps you connected on land and in water. For designer Jim Odessky the best use scenario arises when you find yourself lost while riding on waves during that sea surge. Without letting you lose your nerve in that moment of panic, Samsung Nerve helps you locate and reunite with your friends. ... [weiterlesen]

The vintage circuit board touches the zenith of neat aesthetics with its retro yet stylish ultra modern feel. Theo Kamecke has created an amazing collection of exquisitely decorated chests, sculptures and boxes using horizontal and vertical grids etched from circuit boards. Built using a technique called marquetry popular among furniture makers, Theo used the circuit grids to cover the hardwood carcass of the box creating an amazing polished metal effect. It’s quite amazing to see boring... [weiterlesen]

Tablets may have reduced the size of your computer to work on the go, but it is nowhere near to the laptop or PC when it comes to ergonomics or the ease of use. Here is an innovative sleeve called the “KeyCase iPad Folio” that other than protecting your tablet from scratches also becomes a keypad for your tablet. The folio case comes with built-in Bluetooth 2.0 Silicone Keyboard that seemlessly connects with the iPad to... [weiterlesen]

A pioneer in the use of LED’s and very well known for his light sculptures Leo Villareal quite rightly eyed the Game of Life to express his ingenuous skills. Leo has endeavored to put the most often programmed computer game in existence with the help of LED’s his preferred choice. The display built by Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories uses medium sized print circuit boards tiled together to form a 32 x 44 inches... [weiterlesen]

Integrating the modern architecture with latest technology, Graham Thompson, a graduate from the Bartlett School of Architecture in Britain, has developed a new kind of green urbanism that gives an altogether new dimension to urban density, personal spaces and communal areas. Based on synthetic hyper-structures, the new urbanity includes a number of urban farming zones in multiple levels that feature their own watering and nutrient monitoring systems. In addition, there are various undulated surface towers, which extend... [weiterlesen]

The “Urban Wheels” by designer Siqi Liu is a personal ride-on transporter that harnesses solar power to accomplish multi-tasks such as gardening, shopping, camping or any short distance traveling. Powered by an electric motor backed by a battery pack, the eco-friendly transporter features a flexible body and design that transforms the way people work, play and live. Presenting a compact design, the urban commuter integrates two solar panels, measuring 33” x 24.5”, which slides to the... [weiterlesen]