TV Beds from Time 4 Sleep

Efficiency is fast becoming a major consideration when it comes to interior design, or even the simple act of purchasing integral pieces of furniture. Space efficiency, to be more precise. But there is also a need to never sacrifice comfort and functionality. The bedroom is considered to be one of the more important rooms in every home. After all, more than a place to sleep in, it serves a sanctuary, where one could lie down after a tiring day at work, kick back, relax, drink some wine, and watch some late night reruns on the television, or maybe pop a video or two. Having a TV Bed to do all those in would be the perfect way to end each day (and start a new one the next day).

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A new concept in car design – BMW’s GINA Light Visionary Model

Most of the concept cars churned out these days boast of being “more” or “better” in more ways than one. Sadly, some of them are all hype. Here’s a new concept for you: a concept car that is definitely worth our attention because the innovations it presents are ambitious, yet highly beneficial and ground-breaking, should it ever see the light of mass production.
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Packaging for Carmi Olive Oil by Sereal Designers

The Greek-produced Carmi Olive Oil has a new look, this time by Sereal Designers. Clearly, from the photo above, one could glean the inspiration of this packaging design: the earth and nature: the source of this extraordinary extra virgin olive oil.
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Michael Jantzen’s Wind Shaped Pavilion

One may scoff in disbelief upon hearing the name of this structural design proposal by Michael Jantzen. After all, the wind has no shape! But let us not be literal, since the name “Wind Shaped Pavilion’ is used on a different context. Anybody contemplating having a fabric structure for either commercial or residential purposes would find this unique design proposal truly ingenious, not to mention, eco-friendly. (more…)

The Protohaus: Comfort in a Trailer Home

Living in comfort is one thing we all seek; living in comfort in a trailer sounds a bit far-fetched. At least, that used to be the case.

Presenting the “Protohaus”, the trailer home that pretty much buries all the “comfort trailer home” concepts over the years. With its timber frame and a trailer bed that claims to be able to bear up to 14,000 pounds (around 6,350 kgs) of solid weight, this “stick-built” house is tastefully elegant and structurally sound.
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IDAIA branding by Theodora Filippakou

According to Greek mythology, the king of Crete decided to name a whole island in honor of his wife, Idaia. That is the name used in a brand that encompasses 9 different products that are traditional of Crete.
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One of Daisy Balloon’s – Balloon Dresses

Be fashion forward with a frock made from balloons. Yes, you read that right – BALLOONS.

Integrating wearability to haute couture is no mean feat, particularly if you’re making use of materials that are unheard of when it comes to clothes. And yet the design duo of Daisy Balloon came up with these ingenious and gorgeous dress designs, which are sure to draw the eyes to every woman wearing one of them as she steps into a room.

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The designers Soojin Hyun and Sangho Park came up with an elegant armchair. This leather chair represents the “hands” which envelop the “chest” and “cubic press”. Name it accordingly – Mr. Chair. You want to jump and sit at once! The photoshoot is taken with the model Misun Lee.

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The Dog House Sofa – For Man’s Best Friend… and its other Best Friend

We open our hearts – and our homes – to our four-legged furry friends, why not make our home theirs, too? After all, they are supposed to be Man’s Best Friends, so why not treat them with the love and care that they deserve… and a space in our sofa, too?

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The Lexus LF-CC Hybrid

Clearly, Lexus is making headway towards the future, if you are to look at the concept car unveiled by Japan’s Toyota Motor Corporation, the makers of Lexus. It is called the Lexus LF-CC hybrid, and its striking lines and curves have been brought to the spotlight in the 2012 Paris Auto Show. Attractive, high-performance, user-friendly (or, should we say, driver-friendly?), and eco-friendly, this is one set of wheels that cuts no corners. (more…)