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About Design Magazine featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

Two-in-one Nambu Ironware Swallow Pot

This small iron kettle inspired by 1980s design in modern lifestyle with small family, transforming the image of traditional Nambu ironware; this reproduced Swallow Pot has fixed handle drawing straight lines unlike the movable round handle of typical Tetsubin to give completely new impression with added usability. This product preserves anemia-alleviating function of Nambu ironware while preventing rust by the traditional Kamayaki technique. This smaller sized Tetsubin serves both as an iron kettle and a Kyusu teapot, overcoming the limitations of enameled Tesubin teapot in the market.

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Billund

Billund is a spice grinder made for whole spices and seasoning blends. The grinding burr is placed at the top, so the grinder is turned upside down during use and leaves no residue on the table. An adjustment knob on top sets the coarseness of the grind. A silicone plug at the base allows easy filling with different spices or blends. The housing is made entirely of a bio-composite of wood cellulose fibres and oils extracted from wood pulp during paper making. The colourful design is inspired by building blocks.

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Shanyue Outdoor

Shanyue Outdoor is a pair of trail running shoes designed for children aged seven to fourteen. The upper uses a water-resistant fabric that blocks rain and mud and allows a wading depth of up to 8.5 centimeters. The lining is a waterproof membrane with a microporous structure, so air passes through and feet stay dry. The midsole uses lightweight foam for cushioning. A heel stabilizer and an anti-slip rubber outsole support stable movement on rough ground. A lace-control knob makes the shoes easy to put on and take off.

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Yale Smart Indoor Camera

Yale Smart Indoor Camera is an indoor surveillance camera for home monitoring. The design follows clean lines and a simple form intended to suit different interior styles. An integrated cable management system keeps the wall mounting neat. The camera head moves in all directions for a wide field of view. Built-in artificial intelligence features, such as human detection, support smarter monitoring and reduce unwanted alerts. The camera connects to the Internet and is operated through a mobile application. The camera can work with other Yale smart products as part of a home security system.

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Zero

The variety of this product carries light and time, water, and the transparency of plasticity which makes it able to see and touch the time. The pointer will splash the water and cause small ripples per second, like every recurring event that is being triggered. In a whole circle of time, it finds the uniqueness and beauty in daily life from every perspective of the water. It uses 100 percent recyclable glass from daily life, as the saying goes it ends at zero and is born at zero.

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Spidique

Spidique is a chair produced with 3D printing technology in PLA. The form of Spidique was generated with Ameba software, which applies the BESO algorithm for topological optimization. The calculated shape was then refined by the design team to improve ergonomics and visual appeal. Slender lines are merged into the structure to balance appearance and mechanics. Prototypes were printed and tested for comfort and durability. The intent behind Spidique is to reach the required function with a minimal amount of plastic and reduced material waste.

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