Mongrel Vigor

Paper has new meaning

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:01:28 +0300

This is an amazing paper display at the Stockholm Furniture and Light Fair by Kustaa Saksi done on behalf of forestry and paper giant, Stora Enso.

It is simply amazing…

Found: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=akxcBriHEq0

Philosophies in shapes

Fri, 17 May 2013 13:01:31 +0300

An amazing idea created by Genis Carreras where he took big ideas and packed them into small shapes to illustrate the essence of them.

Found: http://www.fastcodesign.com/1672567/kickstarting-big-philosophical-ideas-reduced-to-simple-shapes#1

Public art saves lives

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:41:31 +0300

An interesting street art campaign is assisting in hurricane evacuations in New Orleans. These art pieces have been put up in 17 locations indicating that it is a spot where the city has stationed officials to help evacuate citizens in case of a hurricane.

Found: http://www.fastcoexist.com/1682058/public-art-marks-hurricane-evacuation-spots-in-new-orleans#2

Happy Friday Illustrations

Fri, 03 May 2013 13:01:14 +0300

This must be the best dad…EVER. Every day, for the past 5 years, this dad drew illustrations on his kid’s lunch bags!

Enjoy.

Found:

http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2013/04/graphic-designer-dad-illustrates-his-kids-lunch-bags-almost-every-day-since-2008/

A touch of nostalgia

Wed, 01 May 2013 13:01:08 +0300

A great digital stamp collection from all around the world.

Found:

http://vintagestampdesigns.com/

Do you feel Lucky?

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:01:13 +0300

We found the most amazing little spot, right here in South Africa, under our noses. It’s called the Lucky Bread Co.

This is definitely a combination of beautiful design and amazing food!

Found:

http://www.emmajanenation.com/2013/19/lucky-bread

Storm Thorgerson 1944 - 2013

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 12:27:12 +0300

brandstickup:

A sad week for the design community last week with the news that Storm Thorgerson, one of the most influential album cover designers of all time, has passed away aged 69. The designer behind Pink Floyd’s iconic album covers, he pioneered the design of the LP sleeve into an art form, so much so that he was known as the sixth member of the band because of his close friendship and collaboration with them through the late sixties onwards.

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We want this!

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 13:00:31 +0200

Another fun little creation from Room Copenhagen, just for the sake of adding some colour to your day.

We think this could possibly become a must-have in every office! Available in 9 Pantone colours.

Enjoy.

Found: http://designtaxi.com/news/356355/Fun-PANTONE-Cups-To-Add-Color-To-Your-Morning-Coffee/

Respect

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:00:59 +0200

This is an incredible, detailed illustration created by an artist who goes by the name of Roberto.

We are featuring him purely because we are wanting to show some respect for the great work.

Well done.

Found: http://errecii.tumblr.com/post/44557575071/toxic-nature-http-be-net-erreci

Sober thoughts for a Monday

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 13:00:35 +0200

This is a very thought provoking ad comparing people’s sensitivities towards Apple and Africa.

We apologise for the seriousness on a Monday, we hope the weekend was great!

Found: http://www.southafricantvads.com/post/44846237373/africa-versus-apple-advert

Remember, remember...

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 13:01:00 +0200

Here is something we find most useful - a post it note that wraps around your wrist like a watch! Now there is no need to write on your hands, or forget important tasks.

Get some now!

Found: http://designtaxi.com/news/350859/Watch-Shaped-Post-Its-to-Wear-Your-Reminders/

A designer pet needs designer furniture...or do they?

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 13:00:56 +0200

Whichever pet gets this furniture is a massively spoilt and lucky animal.

This five-piece series was designed by Bloom Room. The series includes a litter box, a rocking birdcage, a hutch for hamsters, rabbits, and mice, a sofa for dogs and cats and a fish bowl. This entire series is crafted from solid oak and finished with rich details such as upholstery and ceramic pulls.

Go fetch!

Found: http://www.fastcodesign.com/1669916/the-perfect-furniture-collection-for-designy-pets-and-their-owners#3

Ah...inventions!

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:00:54 +0200

Ever wished you could take a photo of something amazing with your phone, but there was just too much of a glare? Well, here’s something nifty that will help - an iPhone case that blocks the glare from your phone to make sure you get the perfect picture.

Found: http://www.fastcodesign.com/1669991/kickstarting-an-iphone-case-that-keeps-glare-from-ruining-your-pictures#2

The graceful truck

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 13:00:58 +0200

Belgian artist Wim Delvoye has merged trucks and cathedrals. Why? We don’t know, but the outcome is amazing!

These are scale models of truck-cathedrals made from stainless steel using gothic architectural principles. These are such awesome, yet extremely delicate structures - very well crafted.

Found: http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/wim-delvoye

Defying space

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:01:02 +0200

Yasuaki Onishi from Osaka, uses simple materials – black glue, plastic sheets, nylon thread – to create amazing inverted landscapes, or as the artist calls it, “reverse of volume”.

This installation is being exhibited in the Texas’ Rice University Art Gallery.

Found: http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/yasuaki-onishi-reverse-of-volume

Cupcakes with so much more!

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:01:10 +0200

These are most likely the most creative cupcakes we have ever seen.

Some deliciousness for a Friday…Enjoy!

Found:

http://www.glaceau.co.za/blog/2013/01/30/cupcakes-that-are-more-awesome-than-usual.html

Recycling at its best

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:01:08 +0200

Japanese-born artist Sayaka Ganz creates sculptures out of discarded plastics found in thrift stores, converting these unwanted materials into graceful imitations of natural beauty.

She creates these beautiful pieces because she was once taught that things that are discarded before their time weep at night in their place of abandonment.

Found: http://yumfactory.tumblr.com/post/43578870082/japanese-born-artist-sayaka-ganz-creates

For more: http://hifructose.com/2013/02/19/sayaka-ganz-graceful-sculptures-made-of-recycled-plastics/

The most beautiful thing

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:01:10 +0200

This is an absolutely beautiful artwork created by Cristina Troufa from Portugal.

Enjoy.

Found: http://mycollectionco.tumblr.com/post/40897153918/pedestal-cristina-troufa-portugal

Scan your barcode

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 15:04:54 +0200

This building forms part of the Barcode Project in Bjørvika, Oslo. This is Building C in the DnB Complex which is seen through Building A.

Very interesting and innovative.

Found: http://www.flickr.com/photos/hakonvestli/8464709791/

What's your perspective?

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 13:01:07 +0200

Some interestingly clever sculptures that play with perspective created by James Hopkins. A very fun project with fun and colourful characters.

Found: http://www.itsnicethat.com/articles/james-hopkins-perspective-sculptures