This compact triple laser projector immerses you in your favorite videos anywhere, anytime

In addition to cutting the cord, some people have even banished TVs from their living rooms. No, that doesn’t mean that they’ve given up on watching videos on a larger screen completely. Instead, they have embraced the flexibility and freedom offered by the modern generation of home projectors, some of them even promising a more portable way to enjoy visual content. The latter, unfortunately, make many compromises for the sake of cramming hardware into a small package, resulting in an underwhelming experience that leaves owners wishing they had gone big instead. It’s almost as if people are cursed to forever be confined to small screens on the go and big TVs at home. Fortunately, the dream of a truly portable and high-performance laser projector is finally coming true, with the NOMVDIC L500, perhaps the world’s smallest Triple Laser Projector, that breaks free not only from cables but also from the limits of a compact and portable device.

Designer: NOMVDIC Design

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In order to keep their chassis compact, portable laser projectors settle for small and low-power lamps or LEDs that can’t match the quality of a bulkier machine. The NOMVDIC L500, however, solves that problem by employing not one, not even two, but three RGB lasers, one for each of the three primary colors to deliver a wider spectrum of vibrant colors that’s three times more than your typical laser projector. By supporting 100% of the BT.2020 color gamut, the NOMVDIC L500 brings life-like visuals and more, whether you’re in a dark room at night or in the living room during the day.

NOMVDIC RGB Laser Technology – The L500 performs an excellent JBMA 95% uniformity and high contrast, and has been optimized to reduce speckle, all of which contribute to ultimate viewing quality.

Rich Colors Bright and Dark – Guarantees not only vivid images but also exceptional high brightness equivalent to a TV which provides you consistent viewing experience regardless of the time of day.

Impeccable Images from Any Angle – With the Time of Flight (ToF) sensor, the L500 achieves automatic and instant focus 2 times faster than traditional auto focus, allowing you to enjoy sharp and crystal-clear images in just a second.

Capture Every Moment of Excitement – Incredibly smooth and fluid motion on your screen. Experience sports, racing, and action games like never before with the L500’s MEMC frame interpolation technique.

With a brightness of 650 ANSI lumens, the NOMVDIC L500 can stand head-to-head with bulkier and more expensive projectors, letting you enjoy the same lush colors even with the lights on. A laundry list of smart, automatic features also takes the drudgery out of setting up the projector. Automatic and instant focus takes only a second or so to adjust to a new location, while auto H/V keystone and four-corner adjustment make sure you’ll be viewing the correct angle, no matter where you place the projector. And with MEMC frame interpolation, you are guaranteed smooth and fluid motions no matter how fast the action is on screen.

Of course, the perfect movie binge isn’t just about the visuals, and the NOMVDIC L500 has all your bases covered here as well. Built-in 7W Harman Kardon speakers immerse you in quality audio to match the visuals, and an easy-to-use interface lets you breeze through content and settings without getting lost in the options. A backlit Bluetooth remote control saves you from fumbling in the dark, while a plethora of connection options, including lightning-fast 5GHz Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HDMI, and USB lets you bring any kind of content source, from phones to hard drives to gaming consoles. Even better, you can also connect your favorite Bluetooth headphones for a more private moment with your favorite flicks.

Just as the Internet and streaming services have freed us from cables and expensive subscription bundles, we no longer have to be tethered to a single large screen in the house whenever we want to escape into a world of action, drama, or fantasy. With the NOMVDIC L500’s innovative triple RGB lasers, you can now enjoy life-like visuals, high-quality audio, and hundreds of content, in any room, whatever the time of day.

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Blur the lines between your home and office with this cocoon like sofa

Many of us now find ourselves working from home, frequently using a portion of our living room as an office instead of a designated place, as remote work has become the new normal. It is crucial to have a workspace that effortlessly combines comfort and functionality because the boundaries between work and play are becoming more and more hazy. With its unique style and functional features, the U-Sofa offers the perfect answer for turning your living area into a peaceful and effective workspace.

Designer: Yeeun Son

Work-from-home as convenient as it sounds, sitting on your bed or couch might not always aid in your productivity levels. The U-Sofa acknowledges the need to be both comfortable and focused in the same space. Combining the elements of a traditional sofa with a functional workspace, it allows you to seamlessly transition between work and relaxation. The thoughtful design ensures that you can work for extended hours without compromising on comfort, providing an ideal balance between professional productivity and leisurely comfort.

The U-Sofa offers two distinct variations to suit your needs and preferences. With the wings raised, it transforms into a focused work environment, providing a dedicated space for concentration and productivity almost seeming like a cocoon. When the wings are lowered, the U-Sofa reverts to its original form, creating a cozy and inviting sofa for relaxation. This versatile design allows you to adapt the sofa to your current activity, effortlessly shifting between work and rest modes.

One of the standout features of the U-Sofa is its modular design, allowing for versatile configuration options to suit your individual activities and seating preferences. Comprising of wings as they call them that can be folded or unfolded, the U-sofa adapts effortlessly to your day-to-day varying needs. Whether you desire a welcoming elegance for your living room or a cozy corner arrangement to aid productivity, the U-Sofa caters to your unique requirements.

The U-Sofa’s aesthetic appeal lies in its sleek and contemporary design. Its clean lines, refined silhouette, and minimalist approach contribute to a modern and sophisticated look that effortlessly complements a wide range of interior styles. Whether your living space exudes a minimalist, industrial, or even eclectic vibe, the U-Sofa seamlessly integrates into the existing decor, adding a touch of elegance and refinement.

Upholding a commitment to quality, the U-Sofa is crafted using premium materials and meticulous craftsmanship. From the sturdy frame to the plush upholstery, every element is carefully selected and executed to ensure durability, longevity, and superior comfort. The attention to detail is evident in the stitching, finishing, and overall construction, resulting in a sofa that not only looks stunning but is built to withstand the test of time.

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This Dyson-inspired compact electric heater uses a smart app so you can heat your home from anywhere

Ember is a compact electric heater with integrated smart features that allow you to heat your home from anywhere.

The groundhog said six weeks more weeks of winter, so better go get your heater. We’re in it for the long haul. Depending on where you live, having a heater might not feel essential, but it certainly comes in handy. Especially with the way things are going with the weather these days, a freak temperature drop is even possible in Florida. Lest we forget, it snowed in Texas just last year. Downsizing a highly technical heater to its most compact size, Koleda released Ember, an electric heater with integrated smart features that make heating your home as easy as changing the channel.

Designer: Koleda

Spurred by the recent trend toward midcentury-modern design styles, Koleda designed Ember to be subtly elegant with a bronze velodrome-style trim and stainless steel grille. The tastefully subdued appeal of Ember allows it to fit into any living area, from a boho minimalist-style bedroom to a living room filled with Bauhaus aesthetics. The versatile nature of Ember even moves past its looks to pack a lot of punch into such a compact build. Equipped with a heating capacity of 1’200 Watts, Ember can heat up to 215 feet with ease. Inside Ember’s cylindrical center, a ceramic heating element kickstarts the job by evenly distributing instant heat via a silent and powerful built-in fan.

Perhaps the most innovative aspect of Ember is its accompanying smartphone app that allows users to control their home heating from anywhere. Based on how many Ember heating fans you have in your home, an in-app feature called Smart Zoning allows users to adjust comfort levels on a room-by-room basis, wasting less energy in the process. Remote Access allows users to heat their homes before they arrive so a cold home will be a distant memory. Then, Real-Time Cost Monitoring and Smart Scheduling helps users stay on top of their bills and optimize the heating schedule of their Ember devices.

In-app “Smart Zoning” feature

In-app “Smart Scheduling” feature

In-app “Remote Access” feature

In-app “Real-Time Cost Monitoring” feature

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A compact, countertop-friendly dishwasher is inspired by elephant bathing rituals

Elle is a compact dishwasher shaped like an elephant that’s designed to clean the dishes used during a small family meal.

Even if you’re one of the few who enjoys doing the dishes, cleaning up after a big meal can get tiring. In a perfect world, we’d take care of the dishes as soon as we’re finished using them. But following a big meal, all we want to do is cozy up on the living room couch and enjoy the consequences of our food comas.

Designer: Stalin Jr.

Alas, the dishes still pile up in the sink and we must tend to our most human of responsibilities. To help make the chore feel a bit more approachable, industrial designer Stalin Jr. conceptualized Elle, a miniature dishwasher shaped like an elephant that scales down dishwashing to its most compact size.

Inspired by the bathing rituals of elephants in the wild, Stalin Jr. designed Elle’s silhouette to resemble the shape of an elephant’s rump. Scaled-down from the size of an actual elephant’s rump to around the same size as an air dryer, Elle is compact enough to fit right on any kitchen countertop.

In conceptualizing Elle, Stalin Jr. explored the possibilities of what a dishwasher could look like in regards to its unique shape and compact size. Primarily conceived for the nuclear family, Elle is compact enough to remain out of the way when not in use and big enough to clean all of the dishes and utensils needed for an intimate family dinner in one wash.

Elle functions as the go-to appliance in between meals, when there aren’t enough dirty dishes to use the full-size dishwasher, but you still want to keep the sink free of dirty dishes. Equipped with all of the functions needed for a thorough cleaning, Elle comes with a touch-automated control panel and wall-mountable water inlet valve.

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This compact water boiler concept features scheduled heating that can be controlled from your smartphone!

Nomad is a battery-operated, compact, and portable water heating concept that includes programmed heating and smartphone controls to make heating water as simple as ever.

Nomad is the lifestyle of 2021. Like a newsletter we actually enjoy receiving, we’re all subscribing to it. With remote work becoming more plausible for everyone, a mobile lifestyle has too. While there are plenty of upsides to the nomad life, there are just as many challenges. Luckily, designers across the globe have come up with their own solutions. Industrial product designer, Hamza Bavčić created a compact water heater, aptly called Nomad, designed for the modern nomad to have access to hot water wherever their travels take them.

Inspired by the natural mobility of migratory birds, Bavčić designed Nomad to be portable, lightweight, and beautifully shaped like a stork. To make Nomad portable, Bavčić designed the water heater to disassemble into separate parts that be stowed away for easy packing and traveling.

Once all of the parts are put back together, Nomad’s heating abilities are activated once the device’s orange tip is submerged in water. Users simply place their desired cup of liquid on Nomad’s electric base underneath the heating nozzle and soon enough, hot water is at their fingertips. When there’s no liquid present, the heating elements are automatically shut off to ensure safe operation during and following use.

When traveling, having access to hot water means there will always be coffee in the morning and tea at night. While the entire product requires AC or batteries, once Nomad is charged, the entire operation can be controlled from your smartphone. Bavčić also equipped Nomad with programmed heating so once your alarm goes off in the morning, Nomad turns on. With Nomad, Bavčić makes sure that we’ll never face a morning without a cup of coffee.

DesigneR: Hamza Bavčić

This palm-sized bike air pump comes with nighttime LED light + automatic tire pressure level detection!





Having a flat tire in the middle of nowhere can be the worst nightmare for motorists. More so, if you are not someone acquainted with swapping the rouge tire with a spare tire. These times call for an air pump that’s super easy to use and carry along. While there are countless such air pumps on the market, how about going even smaller and modern looking? A palm-sized smart air pump to be exact!

Meet the Lingmou intelligent portable air pump designed by Yifanzi J for awkward situations on unknown roads. Keeping in mind that motorists need to keep a check on their vehicle’s air pressure levels in all the tires, the portable air pump is a must-have without any questions. Tire bursts on freeways account for accidents, and no one wants to jeopardize their, as well as other motorist’s lives, do they? This proposed concept design is meant for Generation Z who like things as simple and time-saving as possible – not to forget the styling quotient.

Lingmou comes with a digital display to show the current pressure levels of the tire and a LED light to assist during nighttime tire woes. The air pump comes with intelligent tire pressure management functions and smart settings which fill the air to the exact amount required. When the right pressure level is reached the pump automatically stops the filling process – thereby, saving you from any presumed hassles. For the versatility aspect, the air pump can accommodate multifunctional pipes depending on the need. It can be used to fill the air in basketballs or footballs too – set to the right amount without fail.

The current prototype developed by Yifanzi looks good on all fronts – be it the size, portability aspect, or functionality. For me, the silver lining is the ability to carry it in my backpack or even pocket – as opposed to keeping a bulky air pump in the boot of my car. After all, it is better to have something handy if other motorists also need one –even though I might not be anywhere near my car. Given I could make the switch to this cool automotive accessory is an absolute no-brainer.

Designer: Yifanzi J

This biophilic air purifier uses 100% fully biodegradable filters to combat landfill waste!

Olus is a compact, biophilic air purifier designed for those living in small city spaces and is stocked with 100% fully biodegradable filters to combat landfill waste.

In major cities, dealing with air pollution is a given. We check the AQI just like we check the weather. As soon as the AQI slips into the yellow and worse yet, red territories, that’s when our air purifiers start whirring. However, living in small city spaces makes dragging bulky air purifiers from the closet feel like a chore and when everyone’s using one, the waste produced from discarding used air filters becomes another problem. That’s why Louie Duncan created Olus, a compact, biophilic air purifier designed with 100% fully biodegradable air filters.

Breathing in polluted air is physically unhealthy and the mental strain that comes from dealing with its effects only amplifies the stress. Then, the waste produced as a result makes poor air quality that much more difficult to combat, garnering 6,000 tonnes of air filter waste every year, all of which ends up in landfills. Most air purifiers taking on a bulky build with a clinical aesthetic, so Duncan aimed to give Olus an inviting look with biophilic accents that warm up its personality to enhance the product-user relationship. A digital display panel also reveals the room’s AQI, temperature, and other data.

Taking to nature for inspiration, Olus features organic forms, patterns, and textures like a moss-covered exterior and abstract trims that resemble flower petals. The filter, fan, and motor encased inside Olus’s body operate the product’s purification method in a similar fashion to most air purifiers, except Olus only works with 100% fully biodegradable filters.

The two-stage air filtration process purifies the air in any room, with the interior fan drawing in air to push through a layer of dried moss that removes large pollutants before passing through a high-efficiency particulate air filter that removes 90% of fine particulate matter. The plant-based biodegradable air filters are made from polylactic acid, a derivative of corn plants, and can be sent to Olus following use where they’ll be composted.

Designer: Louie Duncan x Christian P Kerrigan Architecture

An interior look reveals that even the encased fan resembles flower petals.

The fan, filtration system, and motor are stacked inside of Olus. 

Dried moss coats the exterior of Olus with a preliminary filtration system. 

Users can easily replace the air filters by dissembling Olus into three parts. 

Duncan created Olus to have an air purifier on the market that produces zero waste while cleaning the air we breathe.

This foldable, portable laser-engraver lets you customize practically anything!

RA Laser Z3 is a compact and portable laser engraving tool with an open base design so that anyone can laser engrave their products from anywhere for any reason.

Laser engraved products like iPads and crystal glass paperweights make for great gifts and give each item a more official feel. Whether you want to laser engrave a plaque to commemorate a life achievement or a ring of keys just to remember which one is which, laser engravings provide a clean, easy way to recognize major accomplishments or just stay organized on the day-to-day. RA Laser Z3 is a portable laser engraving tool that makes laser engraving any item that much easier with a compact build and precise laser programming.

Before use, the RA Laser Z3 folds down to the height of a closed book. When users unfold the RA Laser Z3 to engrave an item, the bulk of the laser opens up just like a book as the engraving module swings out to form an L-shape. From there, users position the products they’d like to engrave beneath the bottom rectangular frame. Designed with an open base, the RA Laser Z3 is prepared for users to engrave products of any size, from iPhones to dog tags.

To avoid any skin contact with the laser itself, the team of designers behind RA Laser Z3 constructed a splash cover to envelop the entire tool and restrict the laser’s movement. Before engraving their products, users can program preset designs in the accompanying app for the laser to trace and engrave with precision.

Following multiple ideations and an intricate prototyping phase, the RA Laser Z3 was developed into a portable and compact laser engraving tool. The RA Laser Z3 offers a quick and intuitive solution for laser engraving needs that span from organizing stationery items in the office to etching birthday messages onto gift items like iPads and glass paperweights.

Designer: Y Z, 2 Young, Zach Zhan, & JW J

When folded, the RA Laser Z3 reaches the height of a closed book. 

Following multiple ideations and mockups, the RA Laser Z3 found its final, compact form. 

The RA Laser Z3 can be brought anywhere thanks to its compact size. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

An accompanying app allows users to program built-in engraving presets for the laser to trace.

This compact, energy-efficient personal air-conditioner uses water and wind to keep you cool and breezy





Created to mimic the effect of an ocean breeze, but indoors, the evaCHILL is a tiny air-cooler that’s small enough to be carried around the house, cools + purifies the air, and consumes less energy than a table fan.

Evaporative cooling isn’t really new. It’s literally existed for billions of years – or as long as sweat-pores have. We sweat and our body cools down as the sweat evaporates; it’s simple, effective, and requires hardly any energy. The evaCHILL builds on this nifty technique with its portable evaporative cooler. Pour water into its reservoir and the evaCHILL uses a built-in fan to help create a cool mist that can bring down temperatures by as much as 6 degrees.

Designers: Eugene Dubovoy & Vladimir Levitin of Evapolar

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EvaCHILL - Portable Personal Air Cooler Humidifier & Purifier

The evaCHILL compact size and footprint make it perfect for personal cooling. Unlike an AC that guzzles electricity to cool an entire room, evaCHILL cools YOU instead. Small enough to be placed on a desk or a bedside table, the air-cooler creates a fresh and chilly microclimate around you that’s a couple of degrees cooler than your surroundings. A button on top lets you control the cooler’s fan speed, while an ambient blue light on the sides helps you see the water level within the evaCHILL’s reservoir.

EvaCHILL - Portable Personal Air Cooler Humidifier & Purifier

EvaCHILL - Portable Personal Air Cooler Humidifier & Purifier

A lid on top lets you access the evaCHILL’s reservoir, pouring water in whenever it runs out. The reservoir holds enough water for a couple of hours of cooling, and a clever hack to reduce the temperature even further is to just pour water from the fridge into the evaCHILL. As the water evaporates, it’s combined with filtered air that’s pushed out the front, creating a cool breeze. The evaCHILL’s internal air filter uses a patented inorganic material that traps particles, dust, and allergens while preventing the growth and accumulation of bacteria and molds. Unlike most air purifiers/conditioners that require you to change the filters with time as they get dirty/moldy, the evaCHILL’s filters stay sterile even after months of use.

EvaCHILL - Portable Personal Air Cooler Humidifier & Purifier

EvaCHILL - Portable Personal Air Cooler Humidifier & Purifier

The entire device stands at less than 7-inches tall, yet it can cool an area of 45 sq. ft. Roughly the proportions of a smart speaker, the evaCHILL weighs 26-ounces and comes with a nifty handle to carry it around. It consumes just 7.5W of power too, which is a stark reduction compared to air conditioners that can easily consume 1000W, and charges via USB, allowing you to plug it into a power bank or even in your car charging-outlet for portable anywhere cooling!

EvaCHILL - Portable Personal Air Cooler Humidifier & Purifier

EvaCHILL - Portable Personal Air Cooler Humidifier & Purifier

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The ‘Pad’ transforms from a simple flat wooden slab to a complete folding chair!

Pad Folding Chair Shaohan Yang

The Pad Chair transforms from a benign wooden mat into a neat chair with a backrest! Made from multiple wooden strips joined together in a rather unique way, the Pad Chair possesses the ability to transform from a flat, 2D shape into a neat, comfortable 3D chair. I’m sure there’s a locking system in place that allows the chair to lock in either closed or open positions, but for now, the Pad Chair provides a radical alternative to those ugly metal foldable chairs (the kind you’d see in wrestling matches). What the Pad Chair offers as an alternative looks incredibly classy, in both its closed as well as open versions!

Pad Folding Chair Shaohan Yang

The chair’s ingenuity lies in its simple, minimalist compact design. It isn’t made to look utilitarian when closed (like most foldable chairs do), but rather, assumes the avatar of a flat, wooden plank or slab when closed (quite like the Ollie Chair from RockPaperRobot). In its closed form, the Pad Chair occupies 1/11th of the space as it would when opened, allowing you to easily store multiple chairs together in your compact apartment, saving up on space.

The Pad Chair is a winner of the A’ Design Award for the year 2021.

Designer: Shaohan Yang

Pad Folding Chair Shaohan Yang

Pad Folding Chair Shaohan Yang

Pad Folding Chair Shaohan Yang


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