APRIL 7th, 2010
Deep in semi-rural Wisconsin, a mysterious figure known as Dr Evermor has created what must be the finest “steampunk scupture” ever made. Dr Evermor’s Forevertron is an absolutely monstrous sculpture made entirely from scrap metal. Some of the objects lucky enough to have found their way into the sculpture include an original 1880’s Edison dynamo and a decontamination chamber used in the Apollo project. The sculpture is too vast to be contained in one solitary photo, fortunately a selection of photo’s and more information can be found here.
Source: Worldchanging
APRIL 6th, 2010
Polaroid photos are a perfect mirror of the instant, disposable world that we live in. Or at least they were; the inexorable rise of the digital camera has dealt the Polaroid a near terminal blow. Those with fond memories can help ween themselves of Polaroid photos with the Polaroid Flower Vase.
The vase recalls the iconic form of the Polaroid. The plant becomes the ‘focus’ of the picture, with a Polaroid shaped frame around it. A small inbuilt spotlight illuminates everything. Picture perfect.
Source:Dvice
MARCH 31st, 2010
Interactive designers ENESS have created a telescope that contains the entire known universe. Point the telescope in any direction and it will show you a 3D simulation of everything that exists in that area of space. The telescopes are meant to serve as an on-going reminder as to how amazing our universe is and to inspire people to care more about our planet. For more information about this and some other amazing installations, their website electronicmiracles.com is well worth a visit.
MARCH 30th, 2010
Windows are undoubtedly brilliant, providing free light and views of the outside world. Technologically speaking though, they haven’t really moved on since double glazing was invented in the 1930’s. Until now that is: The Kyosemi Corporation have just unveiled transparent solar panels, capable of being integrated into decorative domes, glass bricks and windows.
The Sphelar solar cells are solidified drops of silicon, 1.8mm across. As well as being transparent, their spherical nature means they can pick up sunlight from all angles and therefore at all times of day. Sometime soon, glass towers such as the London Gherkin should be able to generate their own power.
Source: dvice
MARCH 30th, 2010
Do you have a penchant for stinky food and an aversion to scrubbing? The Kuro Cube could be just the product for you. Danish company Sort of Coal have developed a small cube made from compressed charcoal that absorbs unpleasant odours in your fridge. The cube also absorbs humidity, helping to keep your food fresh for longer. Each cube lasts for several years and once finished can be easily smashed up and put on your compost tip. Perfect. The Kuro Cube can be ordered here.
MARCH 29th, 2010
Designers from around the globe will be heading to East London this April to take part in the annual Alternative Fashion Week. The event champions recycled textiles, ethical sourcing and sustainable design. Fourteen different designers will show each day, with free admission to all of the shows. If you fancy yourself as an eco-fashionista, you can’t afford to miss it.
Alternative fashion week runs from 19th - 23rd April, and is held at the Spitalfields Traders Market, Crispin Place, Brushfield Street, E1 6AA. Start planning your wardrobe!
Source: SustainableFashion
MARCH 23rd, 2010
Designer Karim Rashid has just released a new water bottle that filters your water as you drink it. The new Bobble bottles look great, are BPA-free, made of recycled plastic and have a built in carbon water filter. If you still needed a reason to give up on bottled water, this is surely it.
AUGUST 20th, 2009
Ardent anti-bottled water campaigner and BPA-free plastic flask retailer Tappening get provocative in their latest fly-postering campaign in New York. Despite being based in America, their message (bottled water is an “unnecessary and extreme waste of fossil fuels and resultant pollution of the Earth”) appears to be catching on in London, with supermarket sales of bottled water down 9%. .
Source: PSFK
