Design Ideas for you Home

This is the strangest audio device I believe I’ve ever seen in my life. It’s just bizarre. It’s called the “Asspeaker” and it’s probably not for your average home. The main unit is the subwoofer and the control station. The smaller units are speakers and connect to the controller through bluetooth technology, they work as single cheek units and can be connected to store as one small butt. To activate the unit, one must tap the unit.

Tap the main unit to turn the speakers on. Once tapped, the unit shows that it’s received the command with a small red light (kind of like what happens when a cheek is smacked). This light goes away after three seconds. Rubbing the unit on either cheek in a circular motion turns the sound up (rotating right), and turns the sound down (rotating left.) The speakers are connected with bluetooth, and the distributor label AltecLansing is “tattooed” on the cheeks.

Any votes on what song would be best played on these?

Designers: Younes Daneshvar and Javad Yazdani
Rendered by: Mohsen Tafazzoli

These quirky yet elegant maternity dresses by Marisol Rodriguez take origami and simple methods of cutting and folding to the next level. They are designed to transform themselves as the process of pregnancy goes on, emphasizing the beauty of maternity and the versatility of the design.

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2009 Design Milk | Posted by Catrina in Style & Fashion | Permalink | No comments

In the winter season, fireplace becoming a primary need for anyone, its an essential purchase to keep warm throughout the freezing season. The modern fireplace from Vauini is a one of cool choice to enhance your interior during the winter season. Entitled Coupla this wall mounted fireplace comes with unique spherical shape integrated with an [...]

Transforming from a line to a line, this piece creates a distinct exterior and interior relationship with the space within which it is contained.Bet..

Guy Keulemans researched online atheist groups and also the influence of religion on atheists. This large chest of drawers is the result of his research.

Shelves are hidden in the back of a chest of drawers, becoming a secret to be discovered; and superseding the secretive nature of drawers. This concept is positioned as a metaphor for the continual drive of atheists to uncover and expose the mysteries of science, religion and life.

Constructed from sustainably harvested bamboo with dovetail joinery, and little to no glue or nails were used. Castors allow the chest to be moved around easily.

You can read through the research and download Guy’s thesis from his research journal. This piece is currently on exhibition at the Design Academy Eindhoven Graduation Galleries 2009, through October 25th.

http://guykeulemans.blogspot.com

2009 Design Milk | Posted by Jaime in Home Furnishings | Permalink | No comments

Berlin is a burgeoning modern city with a compelling history, a diverse culture, abundant art, and distinctive architecture that rivals the likes of Paris, London and New York. But if there is one thing that can set the city apart from its pricey peers, it’s the unbelievably inexpensive property. Not unlike many of the uber-creative expatriates that have taken up residence there, two enterprising artists, Michael Elmgreen and Ingar Dragset, decided it was time to purchase and renovate a place of their own. So what can $700,000 get you in a city like Berlin? An apartment? A loft? Maybe a small house? How about a massive water pumping station!

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The first thing that comes to mine when I review the Marquise Collection from THG is the opulent bathrooms these products will create.Putting the visual “first glance” ideas aside, there is an interesting story as to the collection’s influence.The bathtub is actually art deco in influence being inspired by the pattern on a French Chateaux Insignia that contains a bay leaf garland in gold décor.Via.

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A small cupboard with several drawers. Although it’s a cupboard, it’s a nice object to like at. Also very practical to store your kids in.. eh.. I mea..

X-Mini Max II speakers are available in three colors, Black, Red and White. The one I have is red and when I hold it for the first time, it gave me an impression that I am holding a hippopotamus egg. I must appreciate this expertly designed ultra-portable speaker that is precisely engineered to provide superior quality sound with around 12 hours continuous playback battery life. [Buy it here]

The speaker pair remains attached with one another and can be detached with easy twist and lift. The connecting cable contains two mini USB ports that go to both speakers, one USB 2.0 goes to the PC for charging and the 3.5mm audio output jack to the source of music, whether it is an iPod, Mac or usual MP3 players. Both the speakers have LED lights to indicate it as switched ON. The pop open Bass Xpansion System mimics the resonance of a powerful sub-woofer and enhances the style of these speakers.

Difference between these speakers and X-Mini 2nd Generation is quite clear. First one is X-Mini Max comes in two pieces, whereas X-Mini 2nd Generation offers a single speaker only. Another remarkable difference is the volume controller is embedded with the connecting cable in X-Mini Max, on the other hand, you can find it on the body of X-Mini 2nd Generation. Moreover, the tiny connector cable in X-Mini 2nd Generation that remains tucked with the base is absent in X-Mini Max. Finally, the size is also an important factor about these two. Max is larger in size, therefore, it is able to produce louder sound as well. Aside from the identical shape, there are few similarities among them too, such as both of them are using 40mm driver and features Buddy Jack design, allowing connecting many speakers like a chain. So, when buying one of them, you should consider the portability along with your need of greater sound.

The making of these speakers seem quite strong to me. I can feel that it is strong enough to survive minor fall in the ground or any rough surface. There are rubber soles under the base to make it slip-resistant. Overall, I think as a portable mini speaker set, the X-Mini Max has it all.

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No woolen jumpsuits if you’re not feeling daring this winter–honest. Topman’s Ltd. Collection pushes boundaries with the one-piece working man’s staple while simultaneously exploring classic lines in outerwear and casual separates. Designed for longevity and all-around appeal, Topman’s latest upmarket collection is a sturdy addition to A/W 2009-10. [via selectism]

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