The coming together of the Westfalia, long a symbol of the hippy culture, and the green energy technology of Verdier takes the camper experience and turns it on its head, transforming the simple VW bus into a modern, self-sufficient driving/living machine with a smooth design and the coolest features this side of a high-end fifth wheel. Verdier set out to enhance the “light recreational vehicle” and make the Westfalia traveling experience more… Continue
Added by E on January 15, 2009 at 10:47am —
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Caia Koopman, a MET darling, is a snowboarder and a painter whose designs have been used as graphics on snowboards, skateboards and wakeboards. She currently works as a freelance illustrator and painter in Oceanside, CA. Blossom print (12" x 8.9"). $30.…
Headpieces by Paige Gamble are some kind of incredible. The python "flowers" are cut, pressed, and crafted by a third generation flower-maker in New York. Flower maker?
There's something about these socks that make me giggle in glee. Sure I'm not a mommy-to-be but watching my sisters raise their kids gives me a sneak peek inside that world. Grace (sis) tells me that you shouldn't even think about bringing your kid to daycare if they aren't sportin' Trumpettes. Damn!
iamhuman laptop covers are made of diverse materials ranging from wood veneers to wool fabric. The pattern based designs are simple, chic and timeless. The Seattle, Wash. based company will also custom print your graphic, for a minimum order of 15. There are about 20 designs available for MAC laptops, and a handful for PCs.
Premium Collection: Syncopated stripe | Paul Smith for Maharam in 100%… Continue
This whimsical ad for Audi's new crossover vehicle, the Q5, brings out the little boy in me. I would totally buy this car!
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3.2 FSI engine, quattro all-wheel drive, 6-speed tiptronic and a longer wheelbase. The "side assist" uses radar sensors and turns on lights in the exterior mirrors to notify you if a vehicle is… Continue
The LightDrops LED umbrella, designed by Sang-Kyun Park, is powered by the energy of falling rain drops. The heavier the rain, the brighter the light to help you see your way.
If you must know - as water pours over the surface, potential energy from raindrops slamming onto the conductive membrane called PDVF transforms into electrical energy powering embedded LEDs sending your umbrella ablaze with light. Happy?…
Before it's too late, I would love to share with you my top 10 Christmas card picks! You know I'm head over heels for anything that combines vintage and modern so here we go...
There's something strikingly simple but beautiful about this desk calendar. For the one friend at work who's all about design, this would make the perfect gift.
Six designers, three Asian restaurants, twelve crumpled fortunes, twenty-four crossed fingers and one letterpress.
The first annual redblackbrown calendar was printed using a vandercook proof press on teton tiara warm white cardstock (a lovely, textured ivory paper). Each… Continue
Added by alice on December 18, 2008 at 2:00pm —
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Before you balk at the hefty $1,500 price tag for these gorgeous speakers, let me remind you that they are designed by one of the most iconic designers of our time, the one and only Philippe Starck. For more than 30 years, this unconventional creator, designer and architect has changed the way we experience everyday life, creating unbelievable destinations that defy… Continue
Added by alice on December 17, 2008 at 11:30pm —
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#8 - Notecards by the founder of Unique LA herself, Sonja Rasula, formerly an interior designer on HGTV and TLC’s ‘Trading Spaces’.
MMM's post led me to this weekend's Unique LA shopping event, and it did not disappoint. Some 200 independent designers and artists converged at the indoor shopping bazaar's debut in the Fashion District part of… Continue
The perfect device for browsing porn on public wifi at a coffee shop...
This limited edition Hello Kitty netbook from Sanrio is the perfect netbook for any Hello Kitty fan. This netbook oozes cuteness with a shiny Hello Kitty logo on the hinge and a large kitty and bow on the top of the case.
Equipped with an Intel Atom 1.6 GHz processor, 1 GB… Continue
Amy Sol spent her childhood years in Korea then moved to Las Vegas, Nevada where she currently lives and works. Though the style of her work is greatly influenced by a combination of manga, folk-art, vintage illustration and modern design, she remains a self-taught artist.
The Lili Lite is a reading light with an auto sensor and a book shelf all in one. Brilliant! A sensor turns off the light when an open book is placed on the shelf. When the book is picked up again, the light automatically turns on. Hmm ... It also has a switch to turn the light on and off manually. Oh alright.
Yeah baby how cool are these? From Brazil’s Meninos design, these icon coasters are a great gift for any iPhone addict. All your favorite applications are there, from Maps to Calculator, from iPod to Settings. $60 bucks gets you the set. At the very least, they're great conversation starters! Perfect for your company gift exchange or white elephant gift… Continue
Don't you love ads that communicate the concept without much required reading? I'm loving "A Visual Anagram," the new print campaign from Scrabble. Nice photography too.
The Zune music player from you know who doesn't look half bad. The company is taking a step in the right direction with its newer, less clunky version this year by allowing consumers to customize their Zunes - choose from tons of ill sick original artwork from more than 50 artists and add laser-etched personalized text, all at the Zune Originals online…Continue
Added by PANDA JU on December 3, 2008 at 2:30am —
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Shanghai has gone completely berserk with bright lights and flashing bunnies. "Rabbit Wonderland" is series of innovative outdoor LED interactive sculptures meant to bring color, laughter and warmth to the streets of Shanghai during the 2008 Shanghai eArts Festival presented by Super Nature Design and W+K Shanghai. The iconic rabbit is seen as a symbol of peace in… Continue
Volkswagen Westfalia Verdier Solar Powered Mobile Micro Home
Gelaskins Artist Caia Koopman, Plus Sneak Peak of Gelaskins for the G1
The Cutest Socks in the World Make Me Want To Have Babies (Almost): Trumpettes at Harper Lane
Limited Edition Hello Kitty Notebook
Alice Shouldn't Have Followed The Rabbit - Rabbit Wonderland: Shanghai eArts Festival 2008
