The Fruit collecting net needs no explanation. Even the image is self explanatory. Fruits can fall at the most random, unpredictable times, and when they fall to the ground, they can get damaged or covered with bugs/germs. The Fruit collecting net is an elegant solution to this problem that allows fruits to be harvested without being damaged.
The Fruit Collecting Net is a Red Dot Award winning design for the year 2015.
Designers: Qiu Liwei, Shen Lihua, Li Yu, Shi Xiaoming and Liu Guona.
A while back we saw some innovative bandages which could be adjusted to fit a variety of wounds and skin colors. While these were great for carrying around in your bag, they might not fit each and every injury with precision. That’s where the Band-Aid Printer comes in.
This conceptual gadget is designed for use in hospitals and first aid rooms, and would automatically print custom bandages based on the specific needs of the patient. It’s designers Han Like, Liu Peng, Ren Mingjun, Wei Chenjie, Yang Xiao and Liu Peng of EVENdesign say that it would be a “quasi-3D printer”, but to me it looks more like some sort of custom vinyl cutter.
Another innovation of the Band-Aid printer would be the ability to alter the pigment of the bandages to blend in with the skin tone of the patient. The concept model shown here would print small bandages, but there’s no reason the concept couldn’t be applied to a larger format printer as well.
Like many cool inventions, the Band-Aid printer is still just an idea at this point, but it was a recent recipient of the reddot design award, which should give it some publicity in front of potential manufacturers and licensees.
The biggest reward that you can ever receive is when your hard work is recognized both by your peers and your audience. LELO’s hard work has paid off and they are basking in the glory of their red dot award for the Tiani. To celebrate the event and to continue their dedication to innovation, LELO is out with the Tiani 2. Here is your chance to win this award-winning couple’s massager that features upgraded functions: Tiani 2
Tiani 2 is the upgraded version of the red dot award-winning couples’ massager, intended for women to wear when they get intimate with their partners. LELO’s patent-pending SenseMotion technology allows users to control sensations through movements of a remote, while the 50% more powerful motor and 3X greater wireless range increases possibilities still further. Both Tiani 2 and controller are fully waterproof for easy cleaning or use in the bath or shower, and also come with an additional full-feeling attachment. Made from soft, flexible silicone it adds a fantastic option in bedroom play, bringing increased stimulation and more stability to even the most adventurous positions. It also features 8 Stimulation Modes.
Check out LELO’s Facebook page for more giveaways and updates.
Yanko Design spots the red dot award winning Tiani at the red dot museum in Essen
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Each and every product that wins a red dot is a work of genius, but every year there are just a few designs that really stand out to us! Our favorites from 2012 really shed some light on the trends of both mobility and audio. Not surprisingly, a few of these surround a familiar Apple product while some are about moving on 2 wheels. There are also a couple of wildcards, including one just for the GUYS! Hit the jump to see what red dot winners we loved!
DRUMROLL!!!! In no particular order…
Husqvarna Nuda 900R Motorcycle
Designer: BMW Group Design
With its minimalist and exhilarating language of form, the Husqvarna Nuda 900R incorporates a highly successful reinterpretation of the brand. Its no-nonsense looks convey a sense of its sporting qualities.
Twizy – Urban Electric Vehicle
Designer: Renault Corporate Design
The Twizy is a highly convincing and expressive transportation solution for mobility in the near future. This vehicle impresses the target group both through easy handling and its sophisticated concept concerning ergonomics and safety.
BMW AirFlow 2 Helmet
Designer: BMW Group Design
What immediately strikes the eye is the helmet’s short, recessed visor. In addition, it is light and adapts well to everyone’s skull anatomy. As a continuation of a product series of high design standards, this helmet meets the demands for outstanding aesthetics.
Porsche 911 Carrera
Designer: Michael Mauer – Porsche AG
The Porsche 911 Carrera impresses at first glance with its sharply designed dynamics and sensuous elegance. Typical design characteristics of the Porsche 911 Carrera are skilfully combined with modern elements. The car embodies a maximum of sporting aesthetics. The new model features a stretched silhouette and highly exciting, sharp contours
RideCase – iPhone 4/4S Case for Bicycle Use
Designers: Louis Chuang, Black Tseng
The RideCase is comprised of a plastic cover and a light carbon body which positions the iPhone at the center of the bicycle handlebars. it allows easy access to various functions while riding the bicycle.
smart ebike
Designer: Mercedes-Benz Advanced-Design Deutschland
The smart bike appeals to the senses with its clear and flowing design idiom. This well-thought-out reinterpretation of the bike offers handling and enhanced fun when ridden. A straight-forward design for mobility.
Tenga 3D
Designers – Kai Endo, Takeshi Kaneko & Yoshikatsu Miyasaka
The Tenga 3D is a male pleasure item which is available in different variants, all resembling artistic sculptures. The product concept of “Sculptured Ecstasy” is conveyed in an elegant way.
MetalDock – Docking Station for iPhone 4/4S
Design Xavier Houy at OSUNGO Limited
The MetalDock is a tabletop charging station for the iPhone. Its design is reduced to the bare essentials: the charger consists of two branches made of solid heavy metal coated with silicon.
Mellow – Condiment Set
Designer: Bewater Studio Design Team
The interplay of ergonomics, pleasant surface feel and functionality of the Mellow condiment set are impressive. It is well proportioned and is comfortable to hold. The dispensing of the contents is surprising and very well thought out, leading to an experience you want to repeat.
Horn Bike – iPhone Amplifier for Bicycles
Designer: Reads Lin at Bone Collection Fruitshop International
The Horn Bike for the iPhone 4/4S is an amplifier case for bicycles. The back of the silicone cover is attached to the handlebar with a Velcro fastener. The integrated horn uses the principle of a gramophone horn to amplify voice and music, increasing volume by 13 db. It does not require an energy source and is made of environmentally friendly, recyclable material.
Firephant
Designers: Lars Wettre, Jonas Forsman
The Firephant gives the fire extinguisher a fascinating new design vocabulary. It is self-explanatory and easy to use and can be quickly employed in an emergency. This fire extinguisher turns a product that was previously hidden away into a colourful object that makes an emblematic statement.
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Words really can’t express the excitement surrounding this year’s red dot product design awards! For The industrial design community it’s the place to be, and it just keeps getting better. On the outside it’s glitz, glamour, red carpets, amazing hors d’oeuvres, an endless stream of champagne, paparazzi, and even dancing. But that’s not what makes this night special… it’s the geniuses behind it all. 1299 to be exact. 1299 of the greatest design minds of 2012 gathered in one spot with friends, loved ones and the who’s who of design to celebrate outstanding achievements in innovation, invention and hard work.
There’s no other place like it. Let’s take a look at the highlights from this year’s event!
First things first- could there be a sexier setting? The gala was held in the incredible Aalto theater located in the industrial heart of Essen, Germany.
Here the night’s best of the best laureates were treated to an enchanting string composition performed by violinist Sakaya Shoji as well as stunning choreography in the form of Irish ballet by Essen’s Aalto Ballett company.
Joined by two of this year’s judges, Dr. Luisa Bochietto and Prof. Stefan Diez, red dot’s very own Peter Zec presented awards to the 62 best of the best winners. While this award is an notable achievement, only one team would stand to win the award of all awards: the 2012 Design Team of the Year.
As is tradition, last year’s winner, Grohe, handed down the coveted Radius award to a company that would come as no shock to everyone attending: Porsche! Michael Maur and Style Porsche drove onto the stage in the sexiest beast of a car: the famed 911. What could be more rewarding than being introduced to the audience by none other than the Volkswagen Head of Design, Walter Maria de Silva.
We laughed. We cried. But we were all ready to party! So it was time to move on to the historic Zollverein colliery, the location of the red dot museum and Designer’s Night after party. The designers were treated to a world class meal specially prepared by chef Frank Rosin.
After their sumptuous meal, everyone headed to the long-awaited party at the red dot design museum, and what a party it was. We were up to the wee hours, dancing to the success of so many creative minds, people whose only goal is to make life better for all of us.
P.S. This is not the end of it, more updates, interviews and exciting reports to come soon.
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That’s right ya’ll! We’ve been practicing our red carpet walk & we’re ready to head back to Deutschland for the 2012 red dot product design awards!
We’ll be d̶r̶u̶n̶k celebrating alongside this year’s laureates, the best of the best & the design team of the year to honor the greatest designs of 2012! Of course, we wish we could bring you, but we’re fairly certain the hotel might have a problem with us all trying to squeeze into one room. Sigh… but don’t worry! We’re bringing red dot to you!
Keep your eye on the YD homepage, Facebook & Twitter on July 2nd as we provide live coverage from the red carpet, behind the scenes sneak peaks, as well as photos & interviews directly from the red dot awards gala, Winner’s Dinner, and the sexy Designers’ Night after-party!
red dot gala live – July 2, 2012 – 8:30 pm CET
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Sagging skin, weak eyesight and aging bones are not my primary concerns for old-age. I am more curious to know if technology advancements will match my expectations. However the reality is that, as we age from this present moment, we will always be in sync with technology and its latest developments. But will the stuff that we take for granted, like a walking stick, broom or pen, keep up with our future demands? Here is a lineup of five designs that hope to make our old-age as comfortable as possible. Let me know what you think of them…
Helping Handy Escalator by Kim Mi Yeon, Kang Seong-a, Kim Beom Jun & Kim Jun Sang
Given our grease-laden diet and sedentary lifestyle, it is safe to crown obesity and arthritis as our number one enemy. Helping Handy Escalator will be the one to help us get up and down short flight of stairs, something that we take for granted! This seat slides up and down a stair rail and features magnets that help it glide with ease.
Opticane by Shin Dong Jun & Kim Min Sun
Even if you decide to keep fit and walk to the nearest deli for your morning cuppa and pancakes, a simple walking stick will not suffice. Handy combos like the Opticane will be the way to go. A walking stick with a magnifier integrated, so that you can read the prices carefully in the menu card. Yes, pancakes cost $50-a-stack in the future, get over it!
GP Pen by Gao Chao, Li Dong Peng, Xin Yong Xian, Yu Fan & Liu Jian Ming
Ok, so we digested the steep rise in the cost of living, but simple pleasures like doing the crossword still need to be addressed. GP Pen will be our extra pair of eyes they say. A convenient tool that combines a pen and a small magnifying glass! It means that readings glasses don’t have to be worn all the time.
Easy-to-use Bottle Cap by Jia Siyuan & Long Qi
Grabbing open a bottle of water ain’t gonna be easy for us old-bones! The prepared futuristic bottles will have bulbous, oval-shaped bottle caps, which are easily gripped by our weak hands. Sigh… do we really have to go through this?
Standing Broom by Poh Liang Hock
Coming from a background where the domestic help does chores like cleaning, the idea of picking a broom and doing it myself is quite painful! Sweeping the floors at the ripe age of 80 is kinda nightmarish for me! Standing Broom makes cleaning less arduous by minimising the cleaner’s need to bend down. Sounds like a promise, so it better be available in the future!
Standing Broom can stand up by itself via a folding action. The user applies downward pressure on the handle to fold the broom head, and then turns the handle clockwise to lock it in place. Unlocking the broom from its standing position involves turning the handle counter-clockwise on the block, and snapping the broom head back into its vertical position.
All the above projects are 2011 red dot design concept winners.
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