Just as fashion in terms of clothes and hairstyles goes through a revolutionary change every now and then, architectural structures and building patterns also transform in their styles. But one cannot do away with the old buildings, just because their styles are not in vogue anymore. The Laboratory for Visionary Architecture (LAVA) has come up with a simple, cost-effective, easily constructed skin that promises to transform dated structures into sustainable and stunning buildings. The “Tower Skin” concept is a transparent cover composed of high-performance composite mesh textile that is wrapped around an existing structure to act as a “micro-climate”. It generates energy with photovoltaic cells, collects rainwater, improves day lighting and uses available convective energy to power the towers’ ventilation requirements. The skin not only uses the vented air from existing rooms to convert into energy, but also acts as an intelligent media surface that can be used for dynamic animation and communicating information such as performances and campus events in real time. Through the Tower Skin, the need for demolition and rebuilding is eliminated.

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Now ‘Three Two One’ is a very interesting concept that provides health benefits. Firstly, it busts the myth that only clowns unicycle. Secondly, the exercise has actually proven to promote a strong core and healthy back while improving the posture. Named ‘Three 2 One’ and rightly so, the unicycle starts with cycling on three-wheels, then gradually making the user adapt to two wheels and then finally cycle on one wheel. So not only do they just sell their products, they care enough to make sure you use it well. Also it is extremely portable and can be easily carried. Plus it’s a great sport and good for the physical fitness too!

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Some never tire of design innovations. A team at the Carnegie Mellon University have designed an autonomous mobile robot. ‘Snackbot’ as it’s called is a interesting looking robot that has been made for research in robotics, design and behavioral science. But most of all. As the name hints, it has been primarily been designed to serve snacks. It is the size of a small human that rolls around on wheels and delivering the snacks to the faculty and students of the university. Promoting a deep study into human-robotic interaction, Snackbot is interesting, but in my sincere opinion, not really required.

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Well-known Italian designer Carlo Cafiero has joined hands with the TechMarine shipyard on a new 80-meter super yacht concept that resembles a Lamborghini or a shark. The power-to-weight ratio is achieved by a steel and light alloy aluminum hull and superstructure and the yacht is characterized by a forceful design. The high prow combined with the tinted polycarbonate bulwarks art shielding a sea-level swimming pool and gym/ sauna give it an aggressive, shark like appearance. The craft’s slightly convex protruding side windows contribute to this appearance. The twin caterpillar 3516 hp engines project a maximum speed of 17 knots with a cruising speed of 15 knots and a range of 6000 nautical miles at cruising speed.

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The first alcohol thermometer was invented in 1654 by Ferdinando ll de’ Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany and the construction method used by him was very simple. It was the first modern-styled thermometer that depended on the expansion of a liquid, rather than air pressure. However, the modern day alcohol thermometer by Sono Mocci is constructed out of capillary glass tube, and the change in temperature is indicated by the rise and fall of the red liquid (mercury) in the glass tube. This project is a tribute to this early science and It focuses on the analog method as well as exchange to value product with new direction. The simple wall mounted thermometer is a tribute to this early science.

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We have come across many concept computer mouse designs. But none can compare to the eVouse concept mouse designed by Macial Ahsayane. A revolution in wireless laptop mice, this mouse has multiple functions. Firstly it functions as a traditional mouse and secondly it can also be used as a pen sensor for particular design works like designing an industrial entity. The action and scroll buttons are located tactful on this V shaped mouse in order to enhance efficiency and convenience. What is more, a green light emanates from the mouse whenever the mouse is moved to show that mouse is “in use”. The pen sensor is tactfully located at the top corner of the head. Thus, enabling the user to have a perfect grip on the mouse.

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The Touchy Remix is a great multi touch table created by SOCO. A great hi-tech table it is being distributed by IntactLab and features OS X (or Windows 7, if you prefer). The Multitouch software is provided by IntactLab. The beautiful fiber glass table has been designed by German artist Janis Pönisch. The table can be used by multiple persons who can sit around it comfortably. What is more, the fiberglass shell ensures that the table is nimble and easy to relocate. Apparently, the Touchy remix is already out.

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Imagine a chair that looks like a robot. Designer Lica Nichetto takes inspiration from a Bjork music video “all is full of love” that presents a robots take on human charecteristics. The ‘Robot Chair’ that is currently being presented at the Stockholm furniture fair 2010, looks at a chair as if it were a robot. With the possibility of dismantling it and the joints and breaks visible, it does really give a robotic feel to it. This can thus be packed in a box as small as 50cm X 50cm thereby saving space.

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Dell has just got classier. With their all new next generation of Latitude notebooks, they have decided to refine the existing language. This new language will ultimately define a new visual aesthetic to be used by future Dell products. Create a new visual standard. This sleek notebook personifies simplicity at its best along with oodles of quality.

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Maintaining wet trash, dry trash and electronic waste was always an issue, having to keep them separately without any mix-ups. Neo is a solution to this ubiquitous problem, separating garbage into four categories, i.e. recycle, electronic, trash and compost. The concept is very handy at public places such as offices, universities, and shopping centers. The turn table attached at the bottom of table lets people access its different sides when it is placed against the wall.

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So what if you’re not gifted with all the five senses of the body. You still have the right to flaunt your style quotient as much as any normal individual. Munich-based Designaffairs STUDIO has turned the concept of a hearing aid into a piece of jewelry through the Deafinite Style hearing aid. Behind the Hipster grunge punk look, is a technologically advanced hearing aid that provides an opportunity to embed the Tri-Mic System, which is nothing but a highly effective directional microphone system made from 3 individual microphones into the plug. With this stuff on, you could deceive someone into thinking that it is the latest wireless music player!

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I can’t tell you how much I love gadgets that have multiple uses. That is exactly why I have loved the unique concept Windy Hanger by designers Kang Danbi and Park Juan. The concept functions as a towel hanger that doubles up as a dryer as well and can dry your body after a shower as well! Used horizontally, it can effectively dry your wet towel or your hair. When rotated ninety degrees, it can dry your entire body. The concept device boasts of a touch wheel that lets you control the temperature, strength, and operating time. The screen displays the time. And as soon as the timer runs out, the machine automatically turns off. An amazing concept, it definitely deserves its 2009 Red Dot Design Concept Award.

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Emami Design has come up with the most unique and compact oral hygiene kit. Christened the Steward, this all-in-one concept oral hygiene kit is perfect for travelling. The oral care concept consists of a toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash and dental floss all in one! Using this unique oral care concept device is also easy. First unscrew the bottom cap. Remove the toothpaste from the single-use capsules. To use the dental floss, slightly open the bottom cap, which holds the dental floss and its cutting mechanism. The brush head, the floss dispenser, and the toothpaste/mouthwash capsules can be individually refilled or exchanged. The capsule concept allows you to fill the capsules in your choice of flavors or brands of toothpaste. What is more, the concept has been designed in such a way as to avoid any accumulation of residue and to make it easier to clean.

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Turkish designer Emir Rifat ISIK has created new concept for laptop named Asus. This laptop is sleek and flexible and allows users to work from various positions. It features LED touch keypad which allows the main surface to also be used as a graphic tablet. Similarly the clean lines of the device boost its ability to be kept clean, for instance no tiny keys to vacuum under. It looks elegant and seems to be an innovative concept.

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Developed by Andrew Thong, Anna Wu, Brian Quan and Nathan Waddington, WeBlimp is a meter-long, flying, computer controlled blimp. It is equipped with a tiny camera, a gondola and three small propellers. Images captured on its camera will be sent to a laptop wirelessly. Based on them, the operator will guide the blimp to move in a certain direction. Hence the movement of the blimp is based on mutual interaction and can be steered as per public response. WeBlimp is scheduled to welcome visitors from around the world at the Surrey 2010 Celebration site in Holland Park during 2010 Winter Olympic Games from Feb.17- 21.

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