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Nobo : Futuristic Electric Radiator System by Christopher Lavelanet

TheFuture — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:23:47 +0000

Nobo is an electric radiator system that gives a feel of an indoor campfire made with ice and fire over a coffee table. This handy heater includes “Pits” that emits heat to make the room warm and is controlled by an iPod-shaped touch wheel and features a built-in projector that makes an excellent environment by illuminating its glass log with flickering flames video. Moreover, you will have a plenty of space on the base for placing the drinks and snack plates of your guests. Right now, Nobo is quite expensive, $2800, but considering the elegance your living room may achieve with it, you can certainly go for it.

Designer : Christopher Lavelanet

Moleculair 3D Food Printer to Provoke Innovative Ideas of Cooking

TheFuture — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 07:57:18 +0000

The Moléculaire concept is actually a marriage of science and cooking, which is actually a 3D molecular food printer. This device is inspired by chefs who painstakingly and scientifically experiment with food to surprise the guests and provoke innovative ideas of cooking. The Moléculaire simplifies the existing hectic, tough and time consuming process of food experiment with this Computer Numerical Control (CNC) food printer for both domestic and professional kitchens. This gadget works with a layer by layer printing method using small elements from diverse ingredients, whilst providing accuracy, simplicity, repeatability and great tasting food. Vote for Moleculair here.

Interview with Nico :

What was the inspiration for your concept?
The inspiration was the experimental approach to molecular cooking. Even after several decades of molecular cuisine, it still seems to be an exclusive game for specialists. So it became my main goal to bring some of the fantastic possibilities and ideas of molecular cooking to all ambitious cooks with an easy to use, affordable appliance.

How does your concept fit into this year’s competition theme “Designs for the next 90 years”?
I think the idea of molecular cooking is forward-looking, but the procedures and methods of preparing molecular dishes are still conventional. I would like to change this with my concept. At first, the idea of printing food seems to be something straight out of a science-fiction movie, but on second thought it is not unrealistic at all. I even think that Moléculaire could be the future kitchen tool that opens up possibilities for food-makers interested in molecular cooking.

What are the main consumer benefits of your concept?
Moléculaire is a futuristic kitchen appliance that offers several new possibilities to professional chefs as well as home users. It’s based on a layer-by-layer printing technique that arranges small particles from a set of ingredients. Within minutes, it prints out three-dimensional desserts, complex structures, shapes for molecular dishes, and patterns for decorating a meal. In addition, it’s easy to use. You simply insert a blister pack into the reservoir, place Moléculaire on top of a plate, and press the start button. Users can also create their own recipes with special software and their own ingredients. Ambitious users can download recipes and share them with other users in an online community.

Describe the consumer research behind your concept.
I conducted interviews with chefs and did a lot of research on the Internet. These approaches helped me to understand users’ interests, concerns, wishes, needs and desires. The outcome shaped my initial ideas and helped them grow. The most difficult thing about designing for the future is predicting the possible social and technological developments (their direction and speed). Therefore, it was very useful to read reports like sociological studies about cooking and future scenarios about the development of new technologies.

What kind of materials would you use to build your concept?
For my concept, I would use polycarbonate as the main material. I plan on applying this material in three different variations, each providing the right characteristics for the different parts of my design. Transparent polycarbonate can be used for the window, black tinted for the lid/display, and white for the body. The robotic printer arm and head could be made from aluminum. A blue (O)LED backlight accentuates the processes inside the printer.

Who is your favorite designer?
I don‘t have a favorite designer.

What are your career goals?
After I graduate in 2010, I want to gain more professional experience in a product-design company. In the long term, I want to further develop my conceptual and strategic skills and step into product-related design management.

Designer : Nico Kläber

Futuristic Sinthesya Lighting System

TheFuture — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 01:54:12 +0000

Sinthesya is both an indoor and an outdoor lighting system or a light lamp that was designed by D’arc Studio and the talented Camillo Vanacore, a designer who is known for awesome but state of the art designs and creations. This lighting system has leaf-shaped design which coincided with its inspiration – the chlorophyllous photosynthesis that naturally happens in the leaves of plant. This Sinthesya lighting also has a number of desirable characteristics such as photovoltaic panels that render this appliance rechargeable, waterproof and most of all, very eco-friendly.

Designer : D’arc Studio and Camillo Vanacore

Futuristic Audi Shark Sports Car Concept Just Won Desire Design Competition

TheFuture — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 08:02:57 +0000

If you are a sports car fanatic, chances are that you had heard about this very famous and award winning sports car design – The Audi Shark. This sports car concept was designed by Kazim Doku and had just won the top price in the recently concluded 2008 Desire Design Competition in Italy by the Domus Academy. Are you ready for the future? The Audi Shark is a flying vehicle. A two-seater flying car was inspired by the designs of the motorcycle and the airplane combined. With sleek shark-look, the lights are made of transparent tubes, sporty seats and cockpit-like interior design.

Designer : Kazim Doku

Renault Megane Coupe Concept with Sliding Doors That Reach Upwards

TheFuture — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 05:12:49 +0000

Renault is a leading car manufacturing company of France and is known for their unique and futuristic designs. Their latest car, Megane Coupe is really a masterpiece. The design of the car is compatible with aerodynamics. It’s a four-sitter car with sliding doors that reach upwards. The interior of the car is equipped with digital simulation technology. The gear system is semiautomatic and it also has adjustable steering wheel mounted on paddle shift. The suspension is superb with adjustable dampers. The tires of this car are from the renowned Michellin tires making the car to run on any surfaces. This car also has roof mounted air ducts.

Designer : Renault

Futuristic Gadget Designs by Massimo Marrazzo

TheFuture — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 08:12:52 +0000

The electronics market today is more and more concentrating in designing products that are not just good to look at but also possess other features like, being light weight, thin, wire less, water proof and also shock resistant. This technology is termed as nano-technology which surely puts the old adage that good things come in small packages, hence this technology which is still in its nascent stage as there is still research happening and more features being added and developed, it will be good for 3 to 4 years before we can actually see the technology affecting our daily lives.

Massimo says :
Electronics should be user-friendly and eco-friendly, cheap and standard. Some products will have only 2 dimensions. If you want 3rd dimension is possible use packaging technology (boxes) or glued printed electronics sheets or print directly on surfaces of 3d objects. Philosophy of product designer is going to be more near to fashion designers or graphic designers: products think as dress, using ribbons and sheets.

Transparent and thin means not only invisible electronics but you can also customize it with your creativity. Help and tutorial “how use it” are visible on the products’ surface. With “artificial muscles” inside is possible move, vibrate or open printed sheets. Using surface’s treatment like gecko’s paws is possible shape or attach devices everywhere. Solar nano-cells recharge devices by sun or infrared rays. Without wires for electric energy is possible use it everywhere. Neither fall nor water can damage our precious electronic friend.

Designer : Massimo Marrazzo

Futuristic and Cool Mobile Phone Designs by Mac Funamizu

TheFuture — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:17:12 +0000

Many cell phone users like to use phone with new design and impressive looks. This designer has tried to give a fresh new look to the mobile phones in different shapes and sizes. Some of the shapes are incredibly cool and sleek. Each and every mobile phone comes with different mechanisms for inputting data and soft key layouts. If you are searching for an innovative slider design with an impressive feature set then you might get one in these designs.

Dual Layers Phone Concept

Designer : Mac Funamizu

Top Ten Futuristic Dashboard from Paris Motor Show 2008

TheFuture — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 08:07:24 +0000

Get ready to change the interior of your car by choosing one of these new forms of car dashboards. These are 10 best dashboards of Paris Motor Show 2008. You can have a feel of ‘Need for Speed’ with these stylish and unique dashboards which are made up of new material and new forms to offer new ways for drivers and passengers to interact with the vehicle. Some of these designs include F1-style steering wheel, fancy propeller air vents, LED displays and Flat screen TV etc. You will be surely excited to go on a drive with any of these dashboards in your car.

via Jalopnik

Honda V4 Motorcycle Concept with Hubless Wheels

TheFuture — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 06:08:36 +0000

It’s amazing now seeing the jaw dropping designs and concepts that Honda brings forward. Honda V4 concept has come up with a deadly sports bike that proposes a new bike design direction for the brand. This model is designed to indicate the beginning of a new era. The bike has V4 engine and it is clearly shown in the design. The hubless wheels are fixed with all-enveloping cowls which most likely assist in reducing drag. This stylish and futuristic sports bike concept was exposed at the 2008 Intermot bike show in Germany. Overall, this bike is going to offer a new look to all the bike riders with excellent performance.

Designer : Honda

RCA Sleek, Super Cool, Sustainable and Futuristic Concept Cars

TheFuture — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 06:27:58 +0000

Have you ever imagined driving a super cool car on your city roads that can knock out others? Well, RCA have unveiled sleek sustainable concept cars composed of aerodynamic glass or with a split framework mimicking a motorcycle and sidecar. The Royal College of Arts has recently showcased auto designs which are sleek and cutting edge concepts ready to steal your heart away. Their display included electric engines to ultra-lightweight materials to driver less navigation system. Most of the cars are 1-seater or 2-seaters. Some of the designs are so amazing that you just cannot wait to bring them home.

Enigma concept by Paul Howse

Iomega concept by Joonas Vartola

Winner: Airflow concept by Pierre Sabas

Phoenix concept by Sergio Loureiro Da Silva

Concept car by Ilaria Sacco

Source : Royal College of Art via DesignBoom