Archive for May, 2008
Enertia Electric Motorbike - urban commuter bike for the green scene
The Enertia Electric Motorbike may look a little strange but it’s a step in the right direction, no doubt. Top speed of around 50 mph, a 40 mph range and a 3 hour charge time make it an interesting alternative to electric bicycles and cars. The price of $11,995.00 however is […]
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Original post by Nigel
No commentsButton Down Pillow
Screw Goodwill! Designer Ximena Orozco has made pillows from old, tasteless clothing previously collecting dust. A great way to turn an ugly wool jacket into an even uglier wool pillow. Trashing clothes is a real waste and no one wants to support the broke and homeless, so this is a great way to not only avoid helping hobos but also get a pillow out of otherwise unwearable gear.
I finally have a reason to get rid of my Michael Jackson jacket and at the same time, get a sweet looking red/black leather pillow covered in zippers. I’m hoping to look like Freddy Krueger by sunrise.
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Original post by Ryan Ash
No commentsShop Windows Draw Consumers To Stare
This interactive approach to window shopping is sure to get consumer attention. Detecting the gaze of the customer looking at objects in the window, sensors calculate gaze durations and predominantly display the most enticing of merchandise.
This same technology could be used in museums and art galleries to show viewers extra material and/or tidbits of information regarding the displayed product. Put illuminating glass in a display along with some live plants and mankind is stepping in to a whole new era of windowed displays. It’s like Minority Report without the Scientology.
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Original post by Ryan Ash
No commentsStink Tree Table Is Broken
Five pieces of wood stuck together yet divided by a fissure and you call it the “stink tree?” This outlandish hippie coffee table was designed by Dylan Gold who says, “Don’t spill your drink.” My response? Don’t construct a table with a fucking crack in it. It would be like a chalkboard with a gap in the center which can’t be written on.
In other words, it’s useless. Unless of course you’re so in love with trees that you would buy a coffee table with a tree-shaped hole right in the center. The ’60s are over, alright? Jerry died and it’s time for your bath.
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Original post by Ryan Ash
No commentsDIY: Iron Man Arc Reactor
The Iron Man movie was awesome and we’ve all seen the crazy fanboys dressing up in cosplay costumes. The next take on the DIY arc reactor is very Robert Downey Jr and we think that’s a good thing (these days). Remember the terrible chest piece Tony Stark had to create to keep him self alive? Making your own isn’t too tough either; you just need to stand close to some explosive projectile.
Once it pierces your chest, the hard part is over. Gathering materials and soldering will be the least of your worries. Unfortunately, you can’t shoot impulse blasts from your chest with this arc reactor but at least you won’t have to settle for shitty life support.
Original post by Ryan Ash
No commentsWatermelon Bus Stop
Whoever designed this watermelon-shaped bus stop is a genius. What better way to celebrate a shitty 9-to-5 commute than with a piece of delicious watermelon. Know what I hate though? When people put gashes and all kind of shit in watermelons. All you gotta do is take a slice, like this gentleman did, and eat it.
Original post by Vince Veneziani
No commentsBlindingly Good-Looking Superhero Bandannas
Yet another article of clothing to add to your superhero wardrobe. Mark McMillan has an idea for “goggle bandannas,” with removable eye pieces and breathable cushioning to provide extra comfort and convenience. Looking snazzy while riding that road warrior bike, you’ll be sure to have heads turning to see your flashy fluorescent goggle bandanna. You can even wear the goggles underneath a motorcycle helmet, but why would you want to? We all know these goggles were invented for fine parades through San Francisco.
Original post by Ryan Ash
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