The DeLorean gets a Cyberpunk Makeover that brings it back to the ‘real’ future

The beauty of the term future is that it’s a constantly evolving concept. The future was very different for people living in the 80s versus now… and that goalpost keeps shifting, so if we want to ensure something looks ‘futuristic’, by its own definition, it has to constantly evolve with the times. Designer Loïc Chauvin decided that the DMC DeLorean needed this revival too, given that its aesthetic may have looked futuristic in the mid-80s, but not right now. Chauvin’s redesign brings neo-cyberpunk styling to the retropunk car, modernizing it without necessarily diluting its iconic aesthetic.

Designer: Loïc Chauvin

The design starts with the instantly recognizable silhouette of the classic DeLorean. The sleek stainless-steel body and gull-wing doors remain, instantly transporting us back to the 1980s. However, the car’s body is refined in keeping with modern times. The headlight and taillight are updated with what feels like Hyundai-inspired grid-matrix lighting, and the spoilers on the back add a nifty edgy touch. The paint job is made more premium thanks to a matte coat, and the use of matte black on the doors and parts of the roof.

Designer, Loïc Chauvin, meticulously crafted the DeLorean Cyberpunk Edition using Gravity Sketch, a state-of-the-art virtual reality design tool. This allowed for the creation of a car that perfectly merges the timeless DeLorean design with cyberpunk elements, finally being rendered in Unreal Engine. The result? A Restomod aesthetic that features extended bumpers, fenders, large diffusers, and unique louvers, all complementing the original DeLorean’s charm. Inspiration is also drawn from the Hyundai N Vision 74 concept, with elements that seamlessly integrate with the DeLorean’s sleek form.

Chauvin’s design is an exercise in futuristic reiteration. We’ve all seen the DMC issue the new Alpha5 EV back in 2022, but there’s really no synergy between the original car seen in the BTTF film franchise and the redesigned EV slated for a release this year. Instead, Chauvin brings gradual, meaningful upgrades to the existing DeLorean without taking away its core essence of being one of the coolest cars to dominate pop culture in the 80s. Someone who sees Chauvin’s redesign will still appreciate what it stood for 40 years ago, while also being able to recognize it for what it is – a gorgeously modern piece of automotive art.

Via Automotive Design Planet

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These Origami Cabins were designed to be rapidly constructed in a short span of time

Imagine a house that can adapt to any environment, from bustling cityscapes to serene mountain ranges. This is the vision behind the Infinity Mobile Architecture, an award-winning design by A.L.P.S. that’s redefining the concept of living spaces. Cities are getting saturated and as a result, people are leaving their urban lives behind, looking for a livable habitat in lesser-occupied areas. Designed to help you build a home with minimal effort, time, and destruction to the surroundings, the Infinity Mobile Architecture system by A.L.P.S. gives you a flexible home that can be rapidly constructed on any kind of terrain and in any climate. Relying on clever origami, the Infinity homes are stable and offer dynamic and aesthetic livable spaces that let you get away from the city without necessarily leaving the comforts of an urban home.

Designer: A.L.P.S.

The key to this flexibility lies in the ingenious skeletal structure. Crafted from high-grade, lightweight aluminum, it’s both robust and easy to transport. This innovative design allows the unit to adapt to various terrains, from mountain slopes to serene meadows. Nestled amidst rolling hills or perched on a rocky cliffside, the Infinity Mobile Architecture minimizes its footprint while maximizing your connection with the surrounding beauty.

The focus on lightweight materials reduces environmental impact during transportation and construction. A.L.P.S. has even explored eco-friendly facade options like soft fabric, ensuring the unit blends seamlessly with its natural surroundings. It’s a home that respects the environment, leaving minimal disruption in its wake. But the Infinity Mobile Architecture isn’t just about aesthetics. A.L.P.S. has incorporated clever technical advancements to ensure a comfortable and functional living experience. The retractable skeleton is not just lightweight, it’s designed for ease of use. During transport, it conveniently folds in, making the unit compact and manageable. Once you’ve reached your new haven, the skeleton expands to create a spacious living area.

This leaves you with roomy interiors that have a dynamic ceiling, enhancing the living space to break its cuboidal monotony. The ceiling evokes the dynamism of a kaleidoscope, further enhanced by the cabin’s full-length mirrors that let ample amounts of natural light in during the day.

The exterior, on the other hand, is clad with aircraft-grade aluminum panels, making the unit resistant to a wide range of temperatures, from scorching deserts to snow-capped mountains. Secondary lightweight structures and decking components can be assembled without heavy machinery, minimizing disruption to the environment. Additionally, the innovative single-point suspended ceiling system boasts a weight capacity of 80kg and can be hoisted into place in one go. This translates to a quicker turnaround time, allowing you to enjoy your new mobile haven sooner.

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Wacaco Minipresso GR2: Better Coffee in a Smaller, Lighter, Portable Design

Good things take time. Whether it’s waiting minutes while your coffee brews, waiting weeks for new episodes of your favorite series, waiting years for tech to improve, or in the case of Wacaco, waiting 10 long years for their award-winning Minipresso to get its much-needed upgrade. Since its launch in 2014, the Minipresso has been perhaps the gold standard in outdoor portable espresso brewing. Wacaco designed the entire gizmo from the ground up, with a patented pressure-building system that worked without batteries. The Minipresso ran entirely on kinetic energy, using a hand-powered pump to generate up to 8 bars of pressure for the perfect brew. 10 years later, the Minipresso GR2 makes its debut, with a smaller, lighter design that accepts more coffee grounds than before, giving you more brew for your buck. It still runs on its classic hand-pumped design, but now also uses eco-friendly biomaterials in its design that reduce plastic consumption and waste.

Designer: Wacaco

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The challenge with the Minipresso GR2 was to pretty much create a version 2.0 of a product that was already pretty perfect. The first-edition Minipresso GR still is impressive for its size and capabilities, so going back to the drawing board wasn’t about problem-solving, it was about design-refinement and feature-addition. The Minipresso GR2 is now a whopping 5cm or 2 inches shorter than its predecessor, making it shorter than the average smartphone at just 4.9 inches in height. Designed originally for travel and outdoor use, this tinier design makes it much more space-efficient, allowing it to fit into handbags, backpacks, travel cases, duffels, or even in a jacket pocket for you to carry around. The smaller design is lighter too, weighing 285 grams or 0.63 lbs, but the small size doesn’t necessarily mean less coffee… in fact, it’s quite the opposite.

The Minipresso GR2 embodies user-friendliness, sturdy materials, and an elegant design, ensuring a flawless espresso brewing experience with every use.

While the previous Minipresso GR accepted only 8 grams of coffee in its basket, the GR2 gives you the option of loading 12 grams of coffee grounds in for a stronger shot of espresso. The basket comes with a modular, height-adjustable design, letting you load either 8 or 12 grams of coffee into its basket. Depending on whether you like your coffee regular or strong (also depending on the roast you load into the Minipresso GR2), you have the option of brewing a lighter or bolder cup of coffee. The user experience is further enhanced with the integration of a water tank that also includes a dosing funnel and a drip tray.

This cutting-edge portable espresso maker incorporates our most advanced pumping system, which results from years of experience and innovation, ensuring optimal extraction efficiency.

Brewing with the Minipresso GR2 hasn’t changed at all, helping users adjust to the newer design with no learning curve. The Minipresso GR2 disassembles to reveal its multiple parts. The upper double-walled flask holds up to 80ml of hot water, while the basket below it carries the coffee grounds. To brew your coffee, set up the pump by twisting it to have it pop out. Pump the Minipresso a few times to build the pressure needed for the espresso to brew perfectly, and use the included lid as an espresso cup to extract your coffee into. The process takes under a minute, and can be done without batteries or electricity, letting you brew fresh coffee on a beach, a campsite, a mountaintop, or heck, even inside an airplane so you don’t pay for the overpriced coffee they serve on flights.

Measure your coffee.

Get your coffee fix ready.

Enjoy your drink.

The tinier Minipresso GR2 comes with a new design too, boasting cleaner surfaces, minimal details, and an easy-to-clean format that makes maintenance a breeze. The double-wall design helps keep the hot water inside the Minipresso GR2 hot, while keeping the outer surface cool so you can brew your coffee without having to deal with a hot or warm device. The outer shell is also made from a new wheat-composite polymer as opposed to traditional petrochemical-based plastics. This bioplastic, along with the 30% smaller size helps the Minipresso GR2 have a much smaller climate impact than its predecessor… all while letting you brew more, better, stronger coffee. I guess that’s something worth waiting a few years for, right?

Handy cover.

Photo credit: Garance Rx

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LEGO Downton Abbey Set comes with detailed Minifigure cast and replica of Highclere Castle

Just in time to celebrate the show’s 15th anniversary next year, LEGO builder BRO3 decided to pay homage to historical drama series Downton Abbey with a dedicated LEGO set. The LEGO Ideas Downton Abbey set comes with an incredibly detailed build of the old Highclere Castle, along with all its occupants from the vast Crawley family to the butlers and castle caretakers who make up the cast of the show. The detailed model comes with multiple rooms, up to 15 minifigures (16 if you include the dog Pharoah), and even Lady Mary’s bench – an iconic part of the series!

Designer: BRO3

Although LEGO builder BRO3 doesn’t mention how many bricks make up the Highclere castle, it’s an impressively detailed piece of work, capturing the Jacobean architectural style that made its appearance during the Victorian periods. The castle exists even today, although the series depicts a fictional setup featuring the influential Crawley family. The front facade is remarkably intricate, with the grand entrance that opens to let the characters in.

Flip the castle over and you’re treated to 5 main rooms and 6 mini rooms that your characters can sit in. The main rooms include the Dining room, Kitchen, Lady Mary’s room, Guest room, and the Servants’ quarters. The smaller rooms located in the towers include Carson’s office, along with 5 other empty rooms that you can use to store minifigures that aren’t in use.

The 15 minifigures include the usual suspects of the series, from the 7 members of the Crawley family and Tom Branson (Lady Sybil’s husband), to the 7 staff members of the castle, including butlers, cooks, housekeepers, and the valet.

Lady Mary’s bench also gets its own mini build, paying tribute to the bench that has been a staple to many conversations, sage pieces of advice, and even brewing relationships! “I wanted to breathe the spirit of the place into the model, so I chose a heart-shaped plate and decorative bench handles,” says BRO3.

The LEGO Downton Abbey set is currently a fan-made submission on the LEGO Ideas website – a forum for LEGO builders to create their own unique builds and vote for their favorites. With 2,000 supporters, this MOC (My Own Creation) is slowly picking up traction, and if it hits the coveted 10,000 vote mark, LEGO’s internal team will review it with the possibility of also turning it into a box set! If you want to own your own replica of Highclere Castle and its residents, vote for the submission on the LEGO Ideas website here!

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LEGO Downton Abbey Set comes with detailed Minifigure cast and replica of Highclere Castle

Just in time to celebrate the show’s 15th anniversary next year, LEGO builder BRO3 decided to pay homage to historical drama series Downton Abbey with a dedicated LEGO set. The LEGO Ideas Downton Abbey set comes with an incredibly detailed build of the old Highclere Castle, along with all its occupants from the vast Crawley family to the butlers and castle caretakers who make up the cast of the show. The detailed model comes with multiple rooms, up to 15 minifigures (16 if you include the dog Pharoah), and even Lady Mary’s bench – an iconic part of the series!

Designer: BRO3

Although LEGO builder BRO3 doesn’t mention how many bricks make up the Highclere castle, it’s an impressively detailed piece of work, capturing the Jacobean architectural style that made its appearance during the Victorian periods. The castle exists even today, although the series depicts a fictional setup featuring the influential Crawley family. The front facade is remarkably intricate, with the grand entrance that opens to let the characters in.

Flip the castle over and you’re treated to 5 main rooms and 6 mini rooms that your characters can sit in. The main rooms include the Dining room, Kitchen, Lady Mary’s room, Guest room, and the Servants’ quarters. The smaller rooms located in the towers include Carson’s office, along with 5 other empty rooms that you can use to store minifigures that aren’t in use.

The 15 minifigures include the usual suspects of the series, from the 7 members of the Crawley family and Tom Branson (Lady Sybil’s husband), to the 7 staff members of the castle, including butlers, cooks, housekeepers, and the valet.

Lady Mary’s bench also gets its own mini build, paying tribute to the bench that has been a staple to many conversations, sage pieces of advice, and even brewing relationships! “I wanted to breathe the spirit of the place into the model, so I chose a heart-shaped plate and decorative bench handles,” says BRO3.

The LEGO Downton Abbey set is currently a fan-made submission on the LEGO Ideas website – a forum for LEGO builders to create their own unique builds and vote for their favorites. With 2,000 supporters, this MOC (My Own Creation) is slowly picking up traction, and if it hits the coveted 10,000 vote mark, LEGO’s internal team will review it with the possibility of also turning it into a box set! If you want to own your own replica of Highclere Castle and its residents, vote for the submission on the LEGO Ideas website here!

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Le Creuset is launching Pokémon-themed cookware in Japan and I’m extremely jealous

Gotta Cook ’Em All!

An unlikely collaboration between two brands that have millennials obsessed, Le Creuset and the Pokémon company have joined forces to drop a limited-edition cookware collection featuring the iconic pocket monsters we know and love. From dutch ovens and saucepans to even kettles, plates, and cups, the Le Creuset x Pokémon collection artistically hat-tips Nintendo’s classic alternate-universe game, with Poke-ball-shaped plates, and Pikachu-themed pots. Don’t worry, no Pokémon was harmed in the making of this collection! The only thing being harmed are probably users around the globe that will probably never get to own any of this cookware given its limited-edition release only in Japan.

Designer: Le Creuset

The star of the show is likely to be the sunshine-yellow Cocotte cooking pot, featuring the instantly recognizable lightning bolt tail of Pikachu. Meanwhile, the black Marmite pot features a subtler nod to the franchise, with outlines of the original starter Pokémon – Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle – etched onto the lid alongside Pikachu and Snorlax.

Le Creuset isn’t stopping at pots. The collection also boasts a range of tableware, featuring colorful stacking mugs, plates, and rice bowls decorated with silhouettes of popular Pokémon characters like Pikachu, Snorlax, and the original starters. The playful touch continues with plates designed to resemble Poké Balls and Master Balls, the iconic tools used by Pokémon trainers to capture and store their companions.

The collection’s appeal extends far beyond its charming design. Le Creuset emphasizes the line’s potential to bring families together in the kitchen, with children likely to be drawn to the familiar characters. However, judging by the buzz on the Le Creuset subreddit, adults are just as eager to get their hands on these unique pieces.

With a limited release planned for select regions and a two-drop rollout across July and November, the Le Creuset x Pokémon collection is poised to become a collector’s item. It’s a clever collaboration that injects a dose of nostalgia and playful design into the kitchen, proving that even the most well-established brands can find innovative ways to engage with their audience.

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Le Creuset is launching Pokémon-themed cookware in Japan and I’m extremely jealous

Gotta Cook ’Em All!

An unlikely collaboration between two brands that have millennials obsessed, Le Creuset and the Pokémon company have joined forces to drop a limited-edition cookware collection featuring the iconic pocket monsters we know and love. From dutch ovens and saucepans to even kettles, plates, and cups, the Le Creuset x Pokémon collection artistically hat-tips Nintendo’s classic alternate-universe game, with Poke-ball-shaped plates, and Pikachu-themed pots. Don’t worry, no Pokémon was harmed in the making of this collection! The only thing being harmed are probably users around the globe that will probably never get to own any of this cookware given its limited-edition release only in Japan.

Designer: Le Creuset

The star of the show is likely to be the sunshine-yellow Cocotte cooking pot, featuring the instantly recognizable lightning bolt tail of Pikachu. Meanwhile, the black Marmite pot features a subtler nod to the franchise, with outlines of the original starter Pokémon – Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle – etched onto the lid alongside Pikachu and Snorlax.

Le Creuset isn’t stopping at pots. The collection also boasts a range of tableware, featuring colorful stacking mugs, plates, and rice bowls decorated with silhouettes of popular Pokémon characters like Pikachu, Snorlax, and the original starters. The playful touch continues with plates designed to resemble Poké Balls and Master Balls, the iconic tools used by Pokémon trainers to capture and store their companions.

The collection’s appeal extends far beyond its charming design. Le Creuset emphasizes the line’s potential to bring families together in the kitchen, with children likely to be drawn to the familiar characters. However, judging by the buzz on the Le Creuset subreddit, adults are just as eager to get their hands on these unique pieces.

With a limited release planned for select regions and a two-drop rollout across July and November, the Le Creuset x Pokémon collection is poised to become a collector’s item. It’s a clever collaboration that injects a dose of nostalgia and playful design into the kitchen, proving that even the most well-established brands can find innovative ways to engage with their audience.

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Mitsubishi Kaminari Concept: A Powerful Vision for the Future of Electric SUVs

Forget everything you thought you knew about SUVs. The Mitsubishi Kaminari concept is a breath of fresh air, a bold vision for electric vehicles that can conquer any path. The name “Kaminari” translates to “thunder” in Japanese, perfectly capturing the essence of this powerful and rugged concept. The design draws inspiration from classic Mitsubishi vehicles like the 1937 PX33, Japan’s first all-road car. This connection to the past ensures that the Kaminari feels like a true evolution of Mitsubishi’s DNA.

Designer: Stefan Syarov

Syarov dubs the Kaminari as a PUV or Performance Utility Vehicle. From the very outset, Syarov’s goal was to design a car that pushes off-road performance limits while honoring Mitsubishi’s proud history. The Mitsubishi Kaminari draws inspiration from the brand’s rich off-road racing heritage. Classic vehicles like the 1937 Mitsubishi PX33, Japan’s first all-road car, informed the design. This homage to legendary Mitsubishi models ensures the Kaminari respects the brand’s legacy while offering a thoroughly modern take on the off-road adventure vehicle.

The Kaminari’s silhouette boasts a bold presence with a dramatically sloped A-pillar flowing into a sleek, coupe-inspired roofline. A distinctive rear wing integrated seamlessly into the roof adds a touch of dynamism without sacrificing passenger headroom. This design journey, from initial sketches to final form, involved meticulous refinement. Collaboration with the Mitsubishi team during Syarov’s internship led to key improvements, including retaining the functional headroom spoiler, reinforcing the dynamic underbody protection, and incorporating unique design cues that echo Mitsubishi’s off-road heritage.

The spirit of collaboration is evident throughout the Kaminari’s development. The designer actively incorporated feedback from Mitsubishi enthusiasts worldwide. This two-way dialogue resulted in a concept that reflects not just the brand’s vision but also the desires of its loyal fanbase. Although the Kaminari isn’t an official Mitsubishi concept, it highlights what the brand has stood for all these years, while also envisioning what the brand could have been in an alternate reality where cars were designed not just for roads, but to dominate any surface they drove on.

Via Automotive Design Planet

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Mitsubishi Kaminari Concept: A Powerful Vision for the Future of Electric SUVs

Forget everything you thought you knew about SUVs. The Mitsubishi Kaminari concept is a breath of fresh air, a bold vision for electric vehicles that can conquer any path. The name “Kaminari” translates to “thunder” in Japanese, perfectly capturing the essence of this powerful and rugged concept. The design draws inspiration from classic Mitsubishi vehicles like the 1937 PX33, Japan’s first all-road car. This connection to the past ensures that the Kaminari feels like a true evolution of Mitsubishi’s DNA.

Designer: Stefan Syarov

Syarov dubs the Kaminari as a PUV or Performance Utility Vehicle. From the very outset, Syarov’s goal was to design a car that pushes off-road performance limits while honoring Mitsubishi’s proud history. The Mitsubishi Kaminari draws inspiration from the brand’s rich off-road racing heritage. Classic vehicles like the 1937 Mitsubishi PX33, Japan’s first all-road car, informed the design. This homage to legendary Mitsubishi models ensures the Kaminari respects the brand’s legacy while offering a thoroughly modern take on the off-road adventure vehicle.

The Kaminari’s silhouette boasts a bold presence with a dramatically sloped A-pillar flowing into a sleek, coupe-inspired roofline. A distinctive rear wing integrated seamlessly into the roof adds a touch of dynamism without sacrificing passenger headroom. This design journey, from initial sketches to final form, involved meticulous refinement. Collaboration with the Mitsubishi team during Syarov’s internship led to key improvements, including retaining the functional headroom spoiler, reinforcing the dynamic underbody protection, and incorporating unique design cues that echo Mitsubishi’s off-road heritage.

The spirit of collaboration is evident throughout the Kaminari’s development. The designer actively incorporated feedback from Mitsubishi enthusiasts worldwide. This two-way dialogue resulted in a concept that reflects not just the brand’s vision but also the desires of its loyal fanbase. Although the Kaminari isn’t an official Mitsubishi concept, it highlights what the brand has stood for all these years, while also envisioning what the brand could have been in an alternate reality where cars were designed not just for roads, but to dominate any surface they drove on.

Via Automotive Design Planet

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ADAM elements Ultra-Slim MagSafe Power Bank for iPhone – 5000mAh & Dual-Device Charging

Sort of like a Gatorade but for your phone, the GRAVITY C5 MagSafe Power Bank from ADAM elements gives your smartphone a burst of energy just when it’s down. Equipped with a 5000mAh battery on the inside, the GRAVITYC5 snaps to the back of your phone, wirelessly charging it to keep you going. It’s sort of like giving your phone an extra battery, without cables or charging bricks. Moreover, this ultra-slim power bank boasts a mere 8.7mm in thickness, making it easy to slip into a pocket, bag, or purse without adding bulk.

Designer: ADAM elements

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The MagSafe-compatible GRAVITY C5 boasts dual charging functionality, offering both 15W wireless charging and 20W USB-C wired fast charging. This allows you to power up two devices simultaneously, perfect for keeping your phone and wireless earbuds juiced on the go. The 5000mAh lithium battery packs enough punch to keep your devices running through a busy day, making it a reliable companion for travelers, commuters, or anyone who needs to stay connected.

Designed to be slimmer than your smartphone, the GRAVITY C5 snaps right to the back of your device, charging it even through MagSafe-compatible cases. Its slick profile makes it a dream to carry around, whether it’s in your backpack, in your pocket, or even attached to your phone. Rounded edges means the GRAVITY C5 slips right into your pocket without getting caught on the lining, something other bulkier sharper power banks tend to do as you put your phone into your pocket with the power bank attached.

The GRAVITY C5 sports a slick machined aluminum outer cover that allows it to match up to the metallic finish on the back of Pro iPhones. It does, however, also sport a range of anodized color options that give you a variety to choose from, so you’re not stuck with a plain black, white, or silver variant. The power bank comes in five colors – Pink, Blue, Purple, Red, and Gray – allowing you to choose a shade that matches your style. On the inside, it’s equipped with over-current protection (OCP), over-voltage protection (OVP), and Foreign Objects Detection (FOD). These features safeguard your devices against potential damage during charging, offering peace of mind.

The ADAM elements GRAVITY C5 is priced at $69, but YD readers can grab it for a discounted price of $58.65. For a complete charging experience, each package includes a storage pouch and a 200mm USB-C charging cable. Additionally, a one-year warranty provides assurance and reliable customer service.

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