Highway Loop by Bartoli Design for Segis is public seating with a huge element of fun. The modular benches connect by way of half loops that create tunnel-like cubby-holes conducive to hiding, telling secrets or a little simple play.
Designer: bartoli design
Producer: segis

Daring bright colors and contemporary designs are key essentials of Angharad McLaren’s woven textiles. Inspired by a dynamic mix of human and natural influences McLaren’s latest Shibori Pleat collection is influenced by water sport activities such as sailing and windsurfing.

Her passion for the sea and water-sports visually inspired McLaren to create a collection which features Dobby and Jacquard designs which are ideal for indoor and outdoor applications such as blinds, screens, wall panels, floor mats and furnishings. Her textiles are created using traditional techniques which are updated using the latest computerized hand-weaving and industrial technology. Materials range from organic natural fibers to neoprene to performance textiles such as recycled ropes which are appropriate for climbing. While recycling and being super eco-friendly McLaren has an ethical production method of repurposing existing materials into new woven patterns.

Product: shibori pleat collection
Designer: angharad mclaren
Producer: angharad mclaren

Wall cladding manufactured from COLORBOND® steel is a cost effective, thermally efficient and attractive design solution for commercial and industrial projects.

* Available in both single sheet form and insulated panel form.
* A wide range of color choices and cladding profiles to give building designers and owners creative freedom while meeting building code requirements.
* Excellent thermal performance.
* Backed by BlueScope Steel warranties to support your reputation.

Producer: colorbond

Wall cladding manufactured from COLORBOND® steel is a cost effective, thermally efficient and attractive design solution for commercial and industrial projects.

* Available in both single sheet form and insulated panel form.
* A wide range of color choices and cladding profiles to give building designers and owners creative freedom while meeting building code requirements.
* Excellent thermal performance.
* Backed by BlueScope Steel warranties to support your reputation.

Producer: colorbond

…”This is one fabulous faucet. Made of composite materials, it moves into any position like the human arm can, to direct water wherever you want it, at a variety of flows and sprays. No crappy flex hoses, no leaks, full power, easy, intuitive controls, multiple mounting options. A new concept for faucets. Truly a new life form.

producer: kohler.com
materials: carbon
period: 2009

trek lime is no lemon. here’s why. the people have spoken. after one month of online voting, 198 finalists, the Trek Lime wins the 2009 people’s design award—the fourth annual cooper-hewitt design museum competition. Introduced as the answer to the millions of American adults who do not ride a bike, the Trek Lime bike was […]

Do you feel bit dorky sporting a bicycle helmet? I do: an aesthetically dis-pleasing, strictly utilitarian experience. Helmets seemed made to be ripped off as soon as possible. That was before I purchased my new “Nutcase”. A Portland, Oregon company comes up with stylish helmet alternatives to go with your other cool gear. Gigantic daisies […]

ROHO collection sets new standard for bpa-free hydration bottles. The new line of reusable stainless steel bottles fuses modern art with functional design.

ROHO™ is the latest addition to the historically trusted and reputable line of BPA-free Thermos® products. Influenced by global, political, cultural and environmental issues, the new reusable stainless steel hydration bottles feature a variety of vibrant designs to reflect personal style without compromising safety. Offering safety and convenience advantages over current bottles on the market, the ROHO collection raises the bar of what is expected from a hydration bottle.

“Hydration bottles may have a trendy design on the outside, but many are still made with unsafe materials on the inside where attention to detail matters most,” said Kim Flanagan, ROHO brand manager. “The ROHO collection finally combines everything you’ve been looking for in a hydration bottle.”

Uniting innovative design and safety, the ROHO collection hydration bottles are made from 18/8 stainless steel and polypropylene, which means there is no BPA, no aluminum and no interior coating to be concerned about. The long neck shape of the bottle provides an ergonomic hand grip, while beverage capacity is still a generous 24 oz.

The initial ROHO collection will be available in 18 different designs with a variety of colors and graphics offering new ways to express individual style and personality. Each ROHO stainless steel bottle can be identified from other hydration bottles by the distinct leak-proof red flip-top lid.

The striking lid design also features a one-hand push button and an integrated carrying loop.

“The ROHO brand name was inspired by our signature red lid and our global focus,” said Flanagan. “Rojo means red in Spanish, making the brand fun, approachable and memorable.”

The ROHO collection will be available at Target stores and at Thermos.com.
Price: $14.99-$17.99.
Producer: thermos

It’s not difficult to find concept cars but not so for forklift trucks designed to be modern and aesthetic. Here are concept renderings and the resulting production model. A report says about the 2003 forklift: “this forklift sold more units in its first six months than its predecessor’s best year. The design launched a new brand look for the company and offers many features for the driver, inspired by our RXX concept vehicle.”

Producer: stihl ( unverified )

Imago™ Frozen Fabrics incorporate innovative weave structures to create a hard surface material that is both distinctive and timeless. Imago combines the strength and flexibility of resin with the translucency, texture, and color of textiles.

Producer: knoll textiles