Sig Vicious has designed a interesting font called Disorder Font. While there are tons of fonts with a rough edge look, what makes this interesting is the extremely high level of detail. »
Remember the crappy music visualizations, which used to annoy us when listening to music on a computer? You know the kind of visualizations that you can still see on the XBOX 360? »
Here is a possible new trend that you didn't know you wanted, but you just got to have. Socks for chairs. Not only do they function as a protection for your floors, but they also look funny. »
Mirrors are great for reflecting your image. Some might even say that it is the whole purpose if it. But, Some mirrors are also used as an architectural feature. But, what if you wanted a surface that was opaque when didn't you need it to be a mirror? Maybe it could turn into a kind of foggy surface? »
I must admit that I am not really into bicycles. Especially not since my own bike was stolen several years ago, and the city I live in is seriously impractical (steep hills, almost no bike paths). »
Last week, Citroën revealed their latest concept car at the Frankfurt Motor Show. It is the latest attempt at making a cool looking hybrid car, and they have certainly added a lot of design (maybe too much). The car itself is according to Citroën a revolution in design similar to the 2CV. »
I am not a big fan of Microsoft's latest advertising videos. I kind of liked "I'm a PC" but not really the other ones? Of course, I use a Mac, so I am probably not that easy to persuade. »
Andrew Chase has done it again. Created one of the most amazing mechanic art in the whole universe. And I am not exaggerating. This time it is a giant cheetah, and I am quite simply blown away. »
It's getting hotter everyday, the sky is turning blue, the wind is not going anywhere in particular, and everyone wonders if it is time to get another ice cream. Yes, it's the yearly beach-outdoor-fun-time. »
Stile Bertone have made a new concept car, the Bertone Mantide, and I like it. »
I recently came across SIDD Fine Woodworking in Canada, and particularly the Domino table. It is a coffee table with ‘legs' shaped like domino pieces about to fall. Brilliant yet simple design. »
If you are looking for a really stunning set of speakers for your iPod (or you computer), then look no further. These are fabulous. »
Today is Valentine's Day, and just to get you in the right mood, here are five videos that you might enjoy. »
Citroën is bringing back its exclusive DS line of cars. First with the DS3, as featured in this article, but later with the DS4 and DS5. And, it looks really impressive, especially considering these very artistic photos. »
Designboom recently held a design competition called "beyond silver", which I actually have no idea what was about. But the 3rd place winner was a tea infuser shaped like a shark. »
Audi unveiled their new Sportback concept car yesterday, and it looks amazing. While it is definitely maintaining the recognizable Audi design, it shows us what direction Audi is going in for the years to come. »
Winter is coming. Some of the things I really like about winter is a hot cop of cocoa, a very good book (or ebook), and a cozy fireplace. »
When I was a kid, I was always told that I should not play with my food. I of course completely ignored whoever said that, and I often turned my potatoes into little people. But "Anna the Red" has taken the art of playing with food to a completely insane level. »
Imagine for a moment, that we never invented the computer. That idea simply never came into our minds. Then imagine for a moment that we still evolved in all other areas. »
Storyteller and poet Rives tells an amusing little story about a guy and a girl... all using smiley's. »
A few days ago I came across Ben Powis' thumb art, and it struck me as being an amazing display of creativity. »
One of the big problems with the new mobile devices is battery life - or more precisely lack thereof - and a lot of people have come up with ingenious concepts in an attempt to solve it. But, this battery charger from Peter Thuvander is perhaps one of the more amusing ones. »
Jennifer Maestre, who should change her name to Jennifer "Maestro", has created these fantastic sculptures out of pencils. »
Have you ever wondered what it would be like, if we had been much more determined to venture out into our solar system? Artist Steve Thomas has with his vintage "Rocketship Tours" poster collection. Anyone up for skiing on Pluto? »
I am a big fan of "The Art of..." book. I own every single one from Pixar, and several from many other movie. They are not only a visual experience, but more so gives you insights into what went on in the mind of the artists. So I immediately ordered a copy when I heard that there was a "The Art of Avatar" book. »
In 2008 I wrote about a bunch of gloves that would not only keep you warm, but also allow you to use your iPhone at the same time. Now one of these companies, Etre, has upgraded their product. »
If you are into living really dangerous, then this is the thing for you. It's the Hornet concept bike by Liam Ferguson. »
As you might have heard, Barnes&Noble announced the Nook a few weeks ago. And this one stands out from the crowd. »
There are a lot of iPhone docks around, and most of them aren't that interesting. But I really want this one from Petitinvention. To bad it is just a concept... »
A few days ago I was watching the live recording of The Daily Giz Wiz. It was a special time because they were celebrating their 900 episode. And during this, Dick and Leo received a package with a crochet of themselves from WooWork.com. »
Post-it notes is one of those things that we have in abundance in the world. You probably got a stack of them within easy reach at your desk. However, most post-it notes are also pretty boring stacks of slightly yellow paper, but not anymore. »
7Gods, a London based design firm, has created a number of really striking lamp. They are made by hand of mostly paper or veneer, and each one of them is a work of art. The latest light is this lamp called "Puku", which you can see below. »
These pillows are just so simply made, and yet, I love something like this. You take really simply idea, and apply it in a really simple way. But the result is that every time somebody sees them you have a conversation. And every time you go to sleep you are reminded to have a nice dream. »
Once upon a time, in a place not so far way, five friends are having a really good time. It's the Pecanpals. »
Amazing water art by Shinichi Maruyama, created by throwing water into the air - with or without black ink. »
Andrew Chase has created yet another masterpiece. It started out with Timmy, then the mechanic elephant, and now, the mechanic giraffe. »
When you add just a little too much soap into your bathtub, you get this amazing bubble effect. The kind where light is being reflected from all kinds of angles, in a mass of bubbles. »
I recently stumbled upon Dmitry Maximov's amazing drawings. He is combining real pictures with cartoony alien figures, creating a special world of shy and curious beings. »
There comes a time in every person's life where you think "where is there an emergency camel dromedary when you need one". Well, don't worry, help is coming. »
I recently came across these two excellent stop motion movies. The first one is called Her Morning Elegance, and is a music video from the talented artist Oren Lavie. »
We all know that milk and cream comes from cows, but "Fred & Friends" have used this connection to design this pitcher. »
We all know how it is. One of your friends is constantly chewing out her pencils, or you might even do it yourself. So what should a caring person do to help? »
It's getting cold, and winter is just around the corner... or more precisely somewhere in the north-western direction. And that means that we are getting swamped with winter gloves that are compatible with the modern era. »
Andrew Chase has done it again; created a stunning piece of mechanics. This time it is an elephant. »
Anthony Wu has created this incredible dynamic cartoon. The drawing is so amazingly intense, with its close-up, wide angle, and high perspective style. »
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to sleep in a cardboard box? No...? Well, to be completely honest neither have I. But that didn't stop Le-Clochard from making this cardboard look-a-like bed linen. »
Formula One is coming to Singapore next week, racing at the first time at night. And, Redbull decided to make something special out of it, so they came up with this amazing 3D virtual tour. »
Laurent Hongisto has created this lamp created out of wool and plywood. The design was inspired by the Kantele, a five stringed harp. Nice concept and interesting use of materials. »
I really like the Luau portable lamp from Vessel. It looks great and the best part is that you can bring it with you. »
Alfa Romeo has always been good at designing cars, and their latest concept car is definitely no exception. It looks more like something out of a futuristic racing game, than a real car. »
Publishers around the world worry a lot about the future of the printed book. Or, for that matter, the future of the newspaper. But, look no further because here is the answer. »
There has always been a fair share of creativity when it comes to tea. Fancy cups, fancy tea dispensers, amazing tea kettles etc. But what about these? »
John Blunt, from Live Edge, recently sent me a few pictures of their wood lamps. While they are somewhat different from the ultra-modern design I usual write about, I rather like the craftsmanship. »
Remember the stunningly designed yachts by Schöpfer? Today I came across another pretty amazing one. It's called the Why. It has a more conventional shape, but the shear size of this thing is unbelievable. It would be better defined as a house that just happens to float on water. »
Google is constantly been ‘attacked' by privacy advocates over their Google Street View feature. Apparently people do not like other people taking pictures of the streets they live on. »
I came across fancyfastfood.com, and it's just amazing. They create recipes for how you can turn boring looking fast food into exquisite meals. It is probably exceptionally unhealthy (since it is still the fast-food ingredients), but what a cool idea. »
Graff makes a number really interesting facets, and their latest vertical design is just strikingly beautiful. It's a 40 inches high (1 meter) slightly curved piece of art. »
It's hot and summer and what better place to relax than on a yacht - especially one with a striking design. Here is some ‘inspiration' for what you might buy. »
Galvanized steel pipes can be used for many things. They are usually used to direct the flow of water. But if you pour electricity through them you end up with these amazing desk lamps. »
Yesterday a reader sent me a link to Vaja, thinking that it would be something I wanted to write about. And she was right. Vaja makes some of the most beautiful, high-quality leather laptop bags I have seen for quite a while. »
In what is perhaps the most public stunt ever, Venture Studio Paris has unveiled the Divine lounge chairs - Confidential Editions. I guess it is true when you are creating a secret product, in a very limited numbers, everyone will know about it. »
Back in December 2008, BMW launched the Expression of Joy campaign. Most noticeable was the huge artwork done by the new BMW Z4. It was an interesting and quite intriguing way to explore art, not to mention how to make a campaign. »
Here is the deal. You are single, you kitchen is not bad, but you do not have space for a real dishwasher. So what do you do? Do the dishes all by yourself, every single day, 365 days a year? *sigh* ...I think not! »
I recently came across the talented photographer Peter Funch. In his photo story "Babel Tales" he combined several street shots into one, creating a stereotypical and generalized view of life in New York. »
Designer Michael Hilgers, from Rephorm have created these funny looking light-birds. It comes in two editions. A solar light, which I assume is powered by the sun. And a tealight-holder, which is powered by... Yes, tealights. »
If you happen to be in Sydney you might suddenly see this; Giant Tetris blocks stuck between buildings in an alley. Who has been playing Tetris? Where did these come from? »
In the old days you sent home a postcard. But what if you could send home a cup instead? »
I recently came across this very well made stop-motion video to celebrate 4th Estate Publishers' 25th Anniversary. There is nothing special here, except that it is very beautiful. »
VSA Partners, the company behind Barack Obama's logo Sol Sender talks about the process of conceptualizing and designing the logo in this 2-part video. They also talk about the concepts that didn't make it, as well as how the community started to use it in ways they didn't imagine. »
Miso Soup Design has designed this chair out of bent Plywood. Simple concept, brilliantly conceived. »
Here is another stunning design from Hellokarl. It is a book shelf with a rather unusual, yet eye-catching shape. »
Here is an interesting use of materials to make a book shelf. Cast entirely in bone china, the working f-clamp can open and close allowing for multiple configurations. Each shelving unit is individually assembled. »
Pablo Reinoso has created this bench being partly a normal bench and partly spaghetti. And the result is rather amazing. »
Everyone who lives far away from the equator are familiar with the dark and rainy winter nights, where you don't feel as energize as what you would like. One way to solve this is to use light intelligently. Instead of using light to see what is around you, you use light to energize yourself. To give yourself that much needed boost. »
Have you ever wondered what a Lamborghini would look like as a family car? Well, here it is. »
We have all been in the situation where we really needed some rest. You know, on that long trip on the train, or even after a long meeting at the office. But what is a good 5 minutes rest without a soft pillow? »
The talented Hanna Nyman has created this tearable wallpaper as part of her graduation at Konstfack, Stockholm. It its now shown in Norway at the craft and design exhibit "A world of folk". »
Cool architectural art from "The Art Office". Head over to their blog to see how it was made and installed. »
Niall McClelland has created these interesting collages. Most collages are usually just a mess of images slapped on to a surface, but these are different with its empty spaces and geometric angles. »
