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FryMist concept combines air frying and steaming into one device

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I’ve been trying for years to eat healthier due to various health conditions that have come up. I’m not much of a cook and the only things I can do right now are fry things. But of course it’s not the healthiest way so having an air fryer would be ideal. Another way would be to steam things but there are times when frying, or at least air frying, is better.

Designer: Duygu Yildiz

A designer said, why not have both? FryMist is a concept for a cooking device that puts an air fryer and a steamer into just one device to save space in your kitchen. It’s not really combining the two processes but integrating them into just one device. This way you are able to get low-fat cooking and healthier dishes while also not giving you harmful chemicals from high heat.

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The steamer part has a water boiling container and a grill since you of course need water to be able to steam your veggies or fish or whatever else you can steam. The air fryer part has the container and the air fry grill. The air fryer and steamer also has separate screens so you won’t get confused as to the controls and the displays.

This would be an ideal cooking device for people who like me who don’t have much time to cook actual dishes. If this is made into an actual product, I would probably be first in line to get one.

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Paper vases lets you play around with shapes, colors, patterns

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Vases usually take a back seat to the flowers and plants that they house since the main attraction are the flora. Usually they are just functional or if they do have designs, they’re not always that eye-catching and can sometimes be minimalist. But who says you can’t have attractive flowers and also beautiful vases with various colors and patterns?

Designer: Super Nature Design

The Dot Dot Dot Paper Vase is one kind of vase that will catch your attention even before you put flowers or plants in them. From its name of course you can deduct that they are made from paper but it’s not just any ordinary paper but ones that have different colors, patterns, and shapes. It can spark creativity in the “viewer” and can also serve as an interactive canvas together with what you’ll put in it.

Since the material is paper, you will also be able to fold, shape, and decorate it in any way you want. You can use it to either complement the flora that you’ll put in it or provide a startling contrast to add to the visual smorgasbord. Minimalists will probably not be that fond of it because of the vibrant colors and the textured patterns.

The paper vases have different colorways like green, red, violet, yellow, and pink, but always with the white color creating patterns. There are also different shapes like circles, spirals, half moons, and lines. They can add an artful feel to your space aside from serving its function as a vessel.

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Fendi and MAD Architects collaborate on sci-fi shoes and Peekaboo bags

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It’s always interesting when two brands from two different disciplines team up to create something that is sure to be unique or at the very least, different. Fashion brand Fendi is no stranger to collaborations with other companies, designers, and even celebrities. Their latest partnership is with MAD Architects, specifically designer Ma Yansong and they’re bringing a futuristic look to your feet and your hands.

Designer: Ma Yansong

This collaboration for shoes and bags that would look at home in a sci-fi movie (or maybe even the near future) is designed by the Beijing-born Ma Yansong and Fendi’s own Silvia Venturini Fendi and is able to “combine new technoligies with an Eastern affinity for natural forms.” Three colors of the ergonomic Lycra running shoes and two new versions of the iconic Peekabook bag are part of this collection which is a must have for Fendi collectors, or at least those who can afford it.

The Fendi MAD sneakers are slip-on footwear that have elastic laces and come with extra-light sole features that make it ideal for running or walking (and modeled by short-track speed skater Lin Xiaojun). There are three different versions that in black, white, or gray and with injected details in either metallic silver, yellow, or dark blue. They all have padded Lycra® to add to the comfortable feel.

The Peekaboo ISeeYou bags are identifiable with the Fendi brand and this time they feature the curving, wave-like panels and the glossy coloured aluminum underneath it that give it a futuristic look. The black colorway is medium sized and has black leather and dark blue aluminum while the gray small version has grey leather and yellow aluminum. Of course as this is Fendi, expect the prices to be steep.

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Rocking stool lets you relax while moving back and forth

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One of my favorite childhood memories is immediately getting on a rocking chair/horse/stool whenever I see one and just rocking like crazy until I get dizzy. But of course as you grow older, it becomes frowned upon when a fully grown adult tries to ride one, especially if it’s built for kids (and you might damage it). But who says we can’t or shouldn’t enjoy one that’s specifically built for grown ups?

Designer: Dsignio

Platero is a rocking pouffe that is created specifically for people in the office that are bored sitting on regular chairs and need a break from their mundane routine. It’s a stool with a curved base that lets you rock it back and forth and change positions if you need some sort of motion as you rest for a while or even when you’re doing actually work but need a more creative work environment.

It also has a side table in front so you can place your laptop, tablet, notebook, book, or any tool that you want to use as you rock back and forth. So that probably rules out coffee or food as it might spill or fall off the chair as you sway it around. It also has an ergonomic design so you probably feel comfortable when sitting on it, or as comfortable as you can get on a stool. At least there’s a back rest part so it’s better than most stools that just have a seating part.

It comes in different finishes but the side table part is mostly wooden. If you suffer from motion sickness though, this stool may not be the best option for you to relax in the middle of work. Well, unless you use it to practice getting used to moving around.

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Yamaha conceptualizes toys for your feline friends

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There used to be a time when most pet-oriented brands would design products mostly for puppies and dogs. But now that there are a lot of feline fur parents out there too, we’re seeing more brands get into the game of creating products that will appeal to this market. Even brands that usually don’t have anything to do with pets are also conceptualizing toys for cats.

Designers: Kazuya Washio (Yamaha Design Lab)

Yamaha is known more for their musical instruments and vehicles but now they’re exploring design studies for cat-related products while still keeping the design values of the company. What they came up with are three design concepts for things that felines might enjoy if they ever get made into actual products although there are no plans to commercialize it for now.

Neko-Yama is a cat playground but built in the “Yamaha style”. It lets the felines have a platform where they can explore all the tight spaces, crevices, and holes that they usually want to play around in. You will also be able to enjoy looking at them challenge themselves by playing around in the various places they can stick themselves in since it has a transparent design. The Strumming Box meanwhile is a scratching post where different colors will appear in the underside as they create their own patterns. Eventually it will look like a worn-out guitar but with the cat’s claws and scratches creating the unique surface.

Lastly, the Cat Music Box lets your feline friends create their own music by walking around in a wheel. Think of it as a hamster wheel but for cats and it is able to create notes through the rotation of the double wheels as it walks or runs around on the inner ring. The tempo also depends on how fast or slow they move. They can also walk backwards which might create a different kind of music.

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Tamagotchi Celebration Egg has recycled eggshell casing

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Any child of the 90s has probably at one point or another got their hands on a Tamagotchi. Before there were mobile phones where we spend most of our eyes and fingers on, we had to feed, clean and take care of our virtual pets on a regular basis. In case you didn’t know, there are still a lot of Tamagotchis around and it is celebrating its 28th birthday with a special egg surprise.

Designer: Bandai Namco

The Original Tamagotchi Celebration Egg will be arriving in a very special packaging inside and outside by 2025. What makes this special is that it goes back to its egg roots since the toy’s name comes literally from the Japanese word for egg, tamago. Instead of the normal plastic casing, this one is made from recycled eggshells, giving it a smooth, matte finish, much like a real egg’s look and feel.

In keeping with the eco-friendly celebration of the Tamagotchi’s anniversary, the packaging is also made from recycled paper. Aside from those two special things, you can play with your virtual pet in its usual way by feeding them, cleaning them up when they poop, and even disciplining them when they’re being naughty. And of course, they will grow up to be different characters, depending on how you take care of them.

This particular celebration egg can still be attached to your bag or even to your clothes with the ball chain, since you of course need to carry it around with you at all times. It will be available exclusively through Amazon by 2025 and will cost just $29.99.

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Underwater camera drone concept can autonomously capture high quality footage

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I love looking at underwater sea footage with all the plants, corals, and swimming creatures that the divers and swimmers show off. But I know I probably will never go down there myself so I have to live vicariously through these videos. Holding a camera or using a body cam are not always that comfortable though so there should be a better solution for underwater videography.

Designer: JiHoon Park

This concept for an underwater camera drone tries to solve those issues. The DSP mini will function as your companion as you dive and swim underwater and you don”t need to hold it or wear it which can sometimes be restricting. It should be able to sort of swim beside you and capture video footage of everything that you see underwater.

The idea is that this underwater drone should be able to autonomously track your movements as you swim underwater and capture video footage from all angles and in high quality format. It doesn’t need any manual operation so even if you’re a beginner in diving and in video capture, it should be easy.

The design of the DSP mini looks like a mini robot that will be your underwater diving companion. Of course this is still a concept but it would be interesting to have a tool like this that will not interfere with your actual diving activity but also can bring high quality footage so people like me who don’t dive can see what’s actually down there.

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Gourmia Panorama Digital Air Fryer gives you a complete view of what you’re cooking

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In the short time that I owned an air fryer, I wasn’t confident when using it because I kept thinking about what’s happening inside the device, if I’m overcooking it or something. Of course I’m not the best or most frequent cook so that may also have something to do with it. But I thought to myself, wouldn’t it be better if there was an air fryer that was transparent so I would feel better knowing that I’m not ruining what I’m air frying?

Designer: Gourmia

The folks over at Gourmia probably thought the same as we’re now getting the Panorama Air Fryer which gives you a front row view of the cooking process. It has a transparent top and bottom so you can see what’s happening while it’s cooking. It also has a state-of-the-art bladeless fan technology so that everything is cooked the way it’s supposed to be and you also get reduced fat content for healthier eating. It comes with a dishwasher-safe basket and crisper tray so it’s easier to clean up as well.

The air fryer also has an LED touch interface with 12 one-touch presets for cooking noobs like me. This includes things like air fry, bake, roast, broil, and dehydrate among others. You also get a preheat option, turn-food reminders, and even 30 exclusive recipes and cooking charts so your entire cooking experience is painless and seamless. The hologram display also shows the temperature, time, and Guided Cooking Prompts.

You also get different colors for this 7-quart air fryer so it can match your kitchen aesthetics. That is, if the colors that you want are red, green, orange, and salmon. The Panorama Air Fryer made its debut at the ongoing IFA 2024 but will be available in the market in the 4th quarter of 2024. It should make a perfect Christmas gift for people like me who need all the help they can get in the kitchen.

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Pizza Hut brings you a Moving Box Table for your pizza break

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As someone who has moved houses a lot, I can attest that the food of choice during breaks is pizza. You don’t need any utensils to eat it and oftentimes, you end up just plopping the box on any surface as you partake of a delicious slice and chat with your friends who are helping you move. It’s not the most sanitary of course since there’s probably a lot of dust and dirt lying around on the floor.

Designer: Pizza Hut

Pizza Hut is offering a quick and simple solution for this problem, especially during this time when a lot of people are apparently moving in the U.S. The Moving Box Table is a simple to assemble miniature cardboard table that you can use to place your box of pizza on as you snack. This limited-edition box is perfect for peak moving time so that you can enjoy your slice while not thinking about being sanitary.

The Moving Box Table has a corrugated structure that folds into a base or mini table that is sturdy enough to hold your pizza box. It has of course the iconic red checkered design of Pizza Hut. Setting it up is pretty easy as you just have to unfold and assemble and you’re good to go. It doesn’t really say if you can re-use it, but most probably you can, unless you get all kinds of sauces and toppings on it while eating.

This comes for free if you order a large menu-priced pizza but is exclusive to the cities of Dallas, Charlotte, and Orlando. This is apparently three of the most popular U.S cities to move to especially during this time.

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From Nature to Design: The Journey of a Plant Pod-Inspired Pendant Ligh

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When it comes to design inspiration for all sorts of things, nature is one of the most popular sources. From architecture to technology to lifestyle products to product concepts, we see all sorts of designs that take its cue from nature all around us. Lighting fixtures are no exceptions and this project in particular is based on plants and transposed to a pendant light.

Design: Sujeet Kakad

From the name of the project itself, Nature Inspired Pendant Light, you already know where the designer got its inspiration from. It’s a Chinese Lantern like lighting fixture but with a combination of organic curves and the visuals of a plant fruit pod inside a husk. This is an aesthetically pleasing design and the challenge was to produce an actual product that can keep the original idea.

Since this is a pendant light concept, there is an adjustable fitting to hold it in place and it represents the stem of the plant although it’s located at the top. The top cover is made from aluminum sheet base with. Then you have the glass globe with the LED light inside and then steel rods surrounding it. At the bottom of the fixture is a leather cord with tassels to give it another natural looking element.

The final output of this project looks like a combination of a plant pod and a jellyfish which still gives off natural vibes. This is still just a project and a prototype so commercial production doesn’t seem to be in the cards. But it’s an interesting take on the pendant light which is sometimes more industrial or elegant looking than natural.

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