Offices with windows are the most coveted spots in the workplace but with limited availability, fluorescent-lit employees can be left wondering if nature still exists. Since most people live a window-less work life, Johan Kauppi, of Kauppi & Kauppi designstudio, designed a way to bring a bit of green joy into your day with GreenFrame. Designed for Glimakra of Sweden, the floor screen […]
Look Out Of The “Window”
Using “Kevin” To Keep Off Burglars
Bold they may be, but most burglars would avoid an encounter with an angry homeowner if they can. But because we can’t stay at home 24/7, maybe we can leave it to Kevin? He’s a light-emitting speaker designed to simulate the sights and sounds of a real person, so much so, that he might just ward off any unwelcome visitors […]
Dream House On The Ocean?
The tiny home trend is now taking to the open ocean with this beautiful tiny houseboat. The Nautilus Hausboote is a sophisticated floating home with a stunning interior. The compact houseboat is outfitted with numerous space-saving features and enough room for a family of six. The Berlin-based company that makes the boats, Hausboot Kaufen, is leading the way into a new generation of floating […]
Dual Purpose Purifier & Humidifier
Dual purpose purifier and humidifier, specifically designed with refill. Keep the environment 360° clean with 2 liter tank (up to 20 days when run 30 to 40 mins/day on low setting per refill). Excellent coverage (up to 600 sq. ft) and reach with 30” height and fine misting. Remove environmental contaminants, allergens and odors. Relieve cold and flu symptoms. Purefyair […]
Compact “Swiss Army” Style House
Making tiny spaces livable is a complex process, but innovative space-saving features can yield amazing results. Italian architect Leonardo Di Chiara converted a 96-square-foot structure on wheels into the aVoid House – a small-space wonder with collapsible furniture that folds into its walls when not in use. The aVoid House is a collaboration between the architect and Tinyhouse University. With just 96 square feet, […]
Future Hurricane Proof Home?
This futuristic, hurricane-proof home is cleverly designed to use the force of storms to withstand extreme wind loads. Margot Krasojevi? Architects designed house to rotate around a helicoid retaining wall, burying itself into the land. The stronger the storm, the more tenaciously the home anchors itself to the earth. The Self-Excavation Hurricane House’s main living spaces are located in a precast reinforced […]
Control Your Plant’s Growth With Your Phone
Garden year-round with growing light to grow fresh herbs, vegetables, salad greens, flowers in the smart counter top garden. sPlant planter has App to take care of your flowers, so you can take more time to do other things. Herp Planter size: 5.9 x 5.9 x 14 in, inner flower pots: 3.54(D) x 3.54(H) x 2.76(D) in. Just tap the […]
Control Your House Devices With Just A Touch
The Eve Button is an advanced smart remote controller powered by Apple HomeKit. It measures 2.1 x 2.1 x 0.5 inches and weighs 1.28 ounces. As we can see from the images, the button shows off a minimal and elegant appearance design, and the aluminum casing not only delivers a durable construction, but also brings more modern aesthetics to match […]
Houses To Float When Flooding Occurs
Architects, designers, and other climate change researchers are always exploring new ways to deal with coastal flooding, from retrofitting entire cities to be flood proof to changing domestic building plans to account for weather events like hurricanes. On both large and small scales, people are adjusting their way of living, especially with the unprecedented number of storms and foods in the last year. […]
A Woven House
Located in the small Maharashtra town of Ichalkaranji, India, Woven House was designed by Sunil Patil & Associates with inspiration coming from the textile weaving industry that the city is known for. Throughout the house, the textiles can be spotted on the walls, furniture, and in the art, tying the interior to its locale. The open living area boasts tall ceilings and skylights that […]