Fast: GTI Mk V

Posted on February 14, 2006 Under Design

The friendly people over at Volkswagen are at it again, producing an amazing little car and great promotions to go with it. The Audi presence can definitely be felt throughout, especially in the front façade, and with a top speed…

Continue Reading →

Freebord Deck Design Contest

Posted on February 10, 2006 Under Design

First off, if you're not familiar with Freebord, check them out-- their futuristic-skateboard design is certifiably nuts and will change the art of summer riding forever. They're holding a 2006 Deck Design Contest with support from Snickers. The winners' art…

Continue Reading →

Selk’bag

Posted on February 7, 2006 Under Design

I've been dreaming that some company would finally build a functional and fashionable full body sleeping bag and I think the perfect solution has arrived. I grew up loving the feeling of a down sleeping bag and only have since…

Continue Reading →

BINTH Designs

Posted on February 6, 2006 Under Design

BINTH's designs made a little wave in the blogosphere last week with their screen printed products. I waited to see some samples so I could really evaluate the product before I posted. They've arrived and I'm very pleased with what…

Continue Reading →

Fanta Table

Posted on February 5, 2006 Under Design

This table, called the Fanta-tisch was made by German manufacturer Draenert. Limited to only 6 pieces there's no telling if any are available anymore-- nor a clue on what the initial price point was. The use of vintage Fanta bottles…

Continue Reading →

I Heart Guts!

Posted on February 2, 2006 Under Design

There isn't too much I can say about these characters except that I think they're adorable--and one day might be a great platform to educate young people about organ donors, or transplants. The site, called i heart guts features a…

Continue Reading →

First Pullover is Back!

Posted on January 31, 2006 Under Design

I blogged about First Pullover, the Footwear Design and Development blog a while ago. It was quiet for a bit, but Richard Kuchinsky is back blogging again. He has great coverage of Bread and Butter in Berlin, and exclusive pictures…

Continue Reading →

+41: New Rich Collection

Posted on January 30, 2006 Under Design

BIG-GAME recently collaborated with +41 creating a new and exclusive collection called "New Rich". The idea is 'mass products meet luxury. When gold replaces plastic, well thought and functional objects become exclusive in a subtle way'. The results are really…

Continue Reading →

Brendan Monroe’s Sour

Posted on January 30, 2006 Under Design

The wait is almost over for all you toy-fanatics waiting to get a hold of the Brendan Monroe Sour, the quirky sculpture like toy which was unveiled at Comicon back in July. Super online toy store Android 8 is expecting…

Continue Reading →

Atlantico Furniture New Site

Posted on January 26, 2006 Under Design

The great folks at Atlantico just launched a bigger and better redesigned website. There are even a few pieces on it that I haven't seen before--gorgeous stuff. If you're looking for simple, minimalist and quality furniture Atlantico is for you.…

Continue Reading →