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The twig chair: Nendo’s most recent design
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Japanese studio Nendo creates a minimalist seat with a changeable backrest for designer furniture brand Alias.
3 Aug 15
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Meet Dot, the braille smart watch for the visually impaired
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Created by a South Korean start-up Dot, this Braille smart watch could help unlock the digital world for visually impaired people.
3 Aug 15
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Turn air into water as you ride your bike
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A Viennese industrial designer has created a solar-powered device that collects up to 500ml of condensation per hour as you ride your bike.
3 Aug 15
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The BillBed means a good night's sleep for Pakistan's homeless
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Creative Economy
The award-winning MoltyFoam campaign turns a billboard into a bed for those sleeping on the streets.
3 Aug 15
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Catching poachers on a rhino-cam
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African Design
With only four northern white rhinos left, this design-oriented solution may be the answer to the catastrophic decline of rhinos due to poaching.
31 Jul 15
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The unpredictable Frankenphones of Shenzen, China
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Design Thinking
Unlike the people of Shenzen, China, you probably own a device from one of two smartphone brands and you haven’t even asked yourself why.
31 Jul 15
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A solar-powered schoolbag
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Product Design
South African company Rethaka has designed a recycled bag with a solar light that charges during the day so children can study at night.
31 Jul 15
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Kids' wheelchairs become giant paintbrushes
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Design Thinking
An artist in the US has dedicated his life to creating art tools for children with disabilities.
31 Jul 15
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The sweeter side of 3D printing
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Food Design
Designer Julian Sing creates miniature sugar sculptures with a 3D printer.
31 Jul 15
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A rainbow of hope covers a drug infused district
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Design Thinking
A perilous Mexican town has had a bright makeover, bringing colour to its walls and optimism to its residents.
31 Jul 15
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