International Design Council Magazine

International Design Council Magazine

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

 

Rixing Go Digital

Rixing is the world's last and only type foundry that's still making traditional Chinese letterpress. As part of Taiwan's cultural heritage and an ambitious career rather than a for-profit business, Rixing dedicates itself to conveying cultural values of craftsmanship and aesthetics of letterpress to all. This project aims at helping Rixing deliver its value proposition by implementing a self-guided service for visitors to learn about the history, artefacts, techniques, and commodities of letterpress on their own, leaving staff more time to better serve their customers.

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Hot 20S

Sun and moon rotation light change technology, daytime photochromic met with UV light to show the blue violet effect, the night in the dark environment to show the blue green luminous effect. On the basis of zero power consumption, three color switching effects are realized, providing users with a human computer interaction experience beyond expectations and increasing the fun and memory points of the phone for users.

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Infinity

The industry's first use of this infinitely reflective photoelectric technology with artistic characteristics. When the light is turned on not only the color has changed but also can see the 3D three-dimensional light effect so the phone has science fiction properties. It is also interactive, making it possible for users to see text message alerts without opening the screen. The use of this technology allows the originally slim phone to present a 3D visual experience of light.

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iRest V8 Fuxinhao

Massage chairs have long been considered only a tool for muscle relaxation. However, iRest V8 Fuxinhao has transformed them into family health management canters. Through embedded physiological sensors and an application program (iRest Cloud), this product system facilitates health monitoring, elderly remote care, and online medical consultation. Meanwhile, as a health management actuator, iRest V8 Fuxinhao provides humanoid massage and integrates novel healthcare-related functions, including air purification and herbal fomentation.

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Danish Fuel

The speaker of the future is 79 years old and brand new. Developed from a former World War 2 Wehrmacht Einheits Kanister designed by Vinzenz Grunvogel back in 1937. It's purpose was to supply the troops with gasoline, kerosene, gear oil, diesel and water during World War 2. The small can is now collected from land field and restored by sandblasting and new green color. The design is made to be an independent unit. No app, no software needed. No expiration date. The owner will have funky control over the speaker. Sustainable upcycling in Denmark and made to last a lifetime.

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Atlas

Atlas and Pleione are located on a seafront land plot in the picturesque natural harbor Sivota, on the island of Lefkada, in Greece. It is a complex of two subterranean villas and a subterranean guest house. Atlas Villa is 30 meters from the ocean water, and Pleione Villa is 50 meters away. The minimalistic design of all the villas, the austere architectural lines, the green roves, and the long windows blend functionality, luxury, and sustainability flawlessly. The estate boasts a unique, environmentally friendly design, custom-made interiors, and three vast swimming pools.

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