Tag Archive | "sustainable"

Umbrella Recollector Filters Rainwater For Drinking Purpose

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

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Taking cue from the rainwater flowing smoothly on the leaves, Argentine design studio Synopsis has come up with an innovative umbrella that much like the Filterbrella collects and filters the rainwater for drinking purpose. The “Umbrella Recollector,” as they hail it, features a cone shaped fabric to collect rainwater, which you can pour into the [...]

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Bulbo Harnesses Piezoelectric Energy To Illuminate Your Bag In The Dark

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

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Women without doubt are more conscious about their looks and make up, and usually carry the entire dressing table in their bags with them, when stepping out of their homes. As we normally find them struggling to locate an article or object, not only in the dark but also in the daylight. Providing a solution, [...]

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EcoFad: Completely Biodegradable Bamboo Lapdesk

Saturday, May 22, 2010

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With modern electronic gadgets controlling contemporary life, we might not be able to reduce electronic waste, but we definitely can opt for eco-friendly accessories, though very few out there, to do our bit to improve the environment. The “EcoFad” from Macally Korea is one of the rare eco-friendly accessories/workstation for your notebooks that apart from [...]

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10 Nano-Engineered Gadgets To Make The Trend Soon

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

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Nanotechnology or nanotech, the study of the controlling of matter on an atomic and molecular scale, has brought about a revolution in the field of science and technology, for it has the potential to create many new materials and devices with a vast range of applications, such as in medicine, electronics and energy production. Designers [...]

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Opening Caravan Concept

Saturday, May 15, 2010

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Conceived by British designer Robert Williams, the “Forfreedom” is an expanding living unit designed with sustainability in mind. Intended towards professional urban couple looking for a short break or outing, the modular caravan features an aerodynamically planned flowing form to ensure stability and fuel efficiency. Featuring the flexible yet modern interior with a very simple [...]

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Hydrogenase: The 100% Self-Sufficient Organic Airship Of The Future

Saturday, May 8, 2010

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The airships of the future will soar up using seaweeds. Well, this exactly what Vincent Callebaut, a Belgian architect has conceptualized. His unique transport system involves airships powered by seaweed. These new air mobility means will be 100% self-sufficient as far as energy is concerned and will release zero carbon emission. Headed under the project [...]

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