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LEGO Racers Lamborghini Gallardo Review

TheFuture — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 06:50:02 +0000

LEGO is one of the leading premium toy manufacturers with numerous products around and many more waiting to be launched. Their product range is always lovable to all range of kids and the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 is one of the most playful set with various playing options to offer. This remarkably detailed 1:17 scale model features real looking Lamborghini Gallardo car with opening doors and engine cover which is able to offer sheer fun to your kids solely or with friends. The authenticity has been down with the eminent Lamborghini rims and includes detailed and easy to follow instructions for rebuilding a spyder Gallardo or coupe Gallardo with retractable top.

The dimensions of the vehicle are 10.5 inches long, 4.5 inches wide and 3 inches high and contain 741 pieces of 1:17 scale models including levels of real Lamborghini to give it an even more realistic look. This amazing playset is perfect for children of 9 to 14 years old. This is also great for christmas gift. [Buy it here]

From : Lego [Buy it here]

Hugo Boss Fragrance Bottle by Karim Rashid

TheFuture — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:24:23 +0000

Hugo Boss is the renowned brand fragrance by HUGO that was first released in 1995 and is occupying one of the top ranks among the competitors. In order to keep it up, they have decided to launch their limited edition fragrance named as HUGO Man Exclusive and has asked Karim Rashid, the international designer, to design the bottle. The outcome was superb. With the illuminated color combination on white background with an exceptional shape to be a fragrance bottle, it would be able to generate customer allure. Moreover, the water bottle like cap is really rare to see on a traditional fragrance bottle. HUGO will release 1000 copies of this soon through 100 different outlets worldwide.

Designer : Karim Rashid

LaCie Desktop and Portable Hard Drive by Philippe Starck

TheFuture — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:52:43 +0000

The LaCie portable hard drive with its brushed aluminum wrapping and mirror-polished chrome finish has attained the solid look and performance even for rough handling. The designers have given it a brilliant touch of elegance which can be revealed through its status LED light that glows in orange color with the signature “+” of the manufacturer. By simply touching the chrome surface will launch an application or trigger a shortcut followed by turning the orange light into green. If you hold your touch for a little longer, the device will back up your data automatically from the desktop or notebook. Desktop LaCie hard drives come in one or two terabyte storage capacity, while the portable version features 320 GB and 500 GB capacity.

Designer : Philippe Starck

Water Catcher : Flying Rain Catcher That Looks Like Harry Potter Golden Snitch

TheFuture — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 07:40:44 +0000

The Water Catcher concept is a flying rain catcher as well as a water purifier to address an easy and efficient water storage system. This automated device is designed to dispatch small flying ball shaped devices that are able to catch rain drops. These amazing flying balls return to the launching station after collecting the rain drops to purify the collected water to make them worth drinking. After purifying the water, the balls take the drinkable water directly to the user who wants to drink. The launching station is known as homing tray that can read finger prints to verify what additives needed to be add to the water to make it healthy for the drinker. Water Catcher is one of top 8 Electrolux Design Lab finalists, you can vote for this design here : http://www.electroluxdesignlab.com/overview/

Designer : Penghao Shan

MercuryHouseOne : Solar Powered Mobile Lounge Gallery

TheFuture — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 05:15:03 +0000

Mobile phones, mobile homes, mobile office or mobile hedges, all these terms are already known to most of us. Mercury House One is an innovative concept of a mobile lounge, which is surely unique and useful in the modern mobile era. The house is actually a potable pod-shaped lounge and as per the designers, it will be first launched this September at the Venice Biennale. Whether you put it into the nature or in the heart of a busy city, this curvaceous capsule can offer you a unique experience by powered with solar panels and equipped with latest lighting, sound technologies and video.

Designer : ArchitectureAndVision via Inhabitat

First Commercial Spaceport in The World is Located at New Mexico

TheFuture — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:53:13 +0000

Spaceport America is the first commercial spaceport in the world located at New Mexico with hanger and terminal facility aiming to launch individual citizens into space for profit. This taxpayer-funded project worth around $200 million comprises a 10,000-foot runway to fly the airplane with the spacecraft that will break free into 62 miles of space before returning to the base. The flights are designed to last around two hours including 5 minutes of gravity free condition. Seems like science fiction? Around 250 people are ready to pay $200,000 each for a trip during early next year. What do you think now?

The executive director of the spaceport Steve Landeene said “Its real and you are definitely not talking about drawn things on paper anymore.” The spaceport is envisioned to work as an airport with different routes where aerospace companies will lease building and hanger space. Spaceport America is not just about space tourism, additionally, it will also include other business ventures like communication projects and medical research. According to the state officials, the site will facilitate around 500 construction jobs and will spark the economic development, tourism and education for generations. The runway of the project is estimated to finish next summer and the hanger and terminal should be prepared for tenants during the end of 2010.

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Designer : URS/Foster + Partners

MAC Motorcycles with 5-Speed ‘Blast’ Engine

TheFuture — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 04:58:30 +0000

Mac Motorcycles are the latest motorcycle design range consisting 4 bikes crafted by two British design studio Ellis Pitt and Xenephya Design. This development is an outcome of over 9 months of diligent effort of the design team. All the models comprise the same engine and feature 500 cubes of working volume. These concept designs are described by Ellis Pitt as an outcome of confusion between Italian motorcycle Chopper and some others. These concept models have been named as Spud, Peashooter, Ruby and Poarer and several hundreds of these are waiting to be launched as per the developers and further developments will take place on demand.

Designer : Mac Motorcycles

Mercedes-Benz High Quality Folding Bike with Shimano 8-Speed Gear and Disk Brakes

TheFuture — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 04:57:20 +0000

Mercedes-Benz has recently launched a very smartly designed folding bike that can be folded in two different shapes. When fully folded, it becomes a very small package ideal for carrying easily using public transport and when it’s in the ‘shuttle’ position, users can push and steer it with great convenience. Completely folded Mercedes-Benz Foldingbike needs a very small space, only 80×80x30 cm, which allows the user to pack it up in the high-quality carrying bag supplied with the bike. As a result, you can easily store it in a camper van, car trunk, office or yacht. In fact you will find it as a good buddy who can go with you wherever you go.

The patented folding system is really easy to operate which requires no additional tools and takes only few seconds to folding and unfolding the bike. The aluminum frame includes 40 mm suspension travel at both front and rear wheel and this can be adjusted for individual riding soothe. This Foldingbike offers relaxed cycling with the Shimano 8-speed gear and disk brakes ensure supreme level of safety. This extraordinary bike includes a side stand, a variable luggage rack and protective metal cover, and is available in two different colors, silver and white.

Designer : Mercedes Benz

Infinitas Yacht Design was Inspired by the Symbol of Infinity

TheFuture — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:48:47 +0000

Infinitas is a 300 foot yacht concept inspired from the symbol of infinity which has been comprehensively expressed theoretically within the elevation of the yacht. This closed loop eternity symbol is featuring two major elements, the carving out stern and the mid section elliptical shaped deck constructs. The seamlessly flow of the yacht’s superstructure within itself is the outcome of the central structural spine that holds the loop together. The realignment of infinitas’ traditional functional area is an additional benefit of this concept which contains separate main deck, dining room and living room. A massive pool deck is one of the most amazing attractions for the guests that separate the forward moving dining room.

The new deck position allows direct access to the kitchen and dining room and offers additional activities combining with the salon/ living room. The pool deck can be traversed in three ways. First one is a direct outside walkway or bridge which divides the pool with an underwater opening that allows the swimmers to plummet from one side to another. Second method is a flyover which connects to the central stairs and elevator. A lower level lounge is the third option which includes glass portals into the pool. There is a helipad on the bow deck and the yacht can house 12 guests and crew.

[Press Release]

Infinitas is the second design launch of Schöpfer Yachts. Our new 300 foot (91.5 meter) yacht was designed by E. Kevin
Schopfer with Sparkman Stephens, Naval Architects. The design’s main inspiration comes from the symbol for infinity which has been abstractly expressed within the yacht’s elevation. The two major features of the yacht asserted by this closed loop infinity symbol are achieved by carving out stern and mid section elliptical deck constructs.

A central structural “spine” holds the loop together allowing the yacht’s superstructure to seamlessly flow within itself. The added benefit of “infinity” is the realignment of traditional functional areas. Within this realignment, the main deck living room, and dining room are detached. The dining room moves forward and is separated from the living room by a massive pool deck. This new deck location allows for the first time, direct access to dining room and kitchen for expanded activities, in combination with the living room/salon.

There are three methods to traverse the pool deck. First is a direct outside bridge / walkway which bisects the pool itself. This walkway has underwater openings in its support system, allowing swimmers to dive from one side to another. The pool has the option of being covered for larger venue needs.

The second method of crossing the pool deck is an overhead sky bridge which connects to the main stairs and elevator. The “sky” bridge is clear glass floor and ceiling allowing natural light to penetrate the pool below.

The third method is through a lower level lounge which features glass portals into the pool.

The main level contains the two aforementioned decks, living room, dining room, kitchen, storage, and bow deck (with helicopter pad). The interior design of the space, and others, reflects an intense minimalist palette with a dash of attitude. The main salon also features generous 12 foot ceiling height and fully glazed walls creating an island within the yacht.

The second level up is reserved for a series of guest suites and secondary bow deck. The owner’s suite occupies the third level with “sky bridge,” pilot house, and upper deck. All decks below are currently designated crew quarters, storage and
mechanical, engine room activities. Infinitas is designed to accommodate 12 guests and crew.

Thank you to Tangram 3DS for all rendering images.

Designer : Schopferyachts

Luxury Bluetooth Headset from Tag Heuer

TheFuture — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:31:22 +0000

Tag Heuer, the famous watch manufacturer, has announced to launch a handy Bluetooth headset which is quite unlike than any other products available in the market. The device is actually an essential combination of a hearing device, a USB charger and a flash drive. This design will allow the users to carry all they need into one sleek pack without any sorts of cords. This device, with a great visual of elegant white and black combination, is an icon of space efficiency and provides quality sound along with brilliant voice capturing capability. The capacity of the USB flash drive is yet to be announced but since it is from Tag Heuer, you can expect quite a big space for the same.

Designer : Tag Heuer