A super refined concept car from Volvo, pointing at their future design direction. very well executed. I’ve always loved the no compromises approach of concept cars, which hold a level of sophistication and finesse that showcase the purity of a design. Via DesignBoom: Led by Thomas Ingenlath, Senior Vice President of design for Volvo.
Category Archives: Technology
Skytran
A pretty neat futuristic mode of transit, looking to come to Tel Aviv and other cities in the near future. Via DesignBoom: Tel Aviv is set to become the world’s first city with the magnetically levitating skytran system of mass transit, described by its developers as ‘the Jetsons made into real life’. designed to reduceContinueContinue reading “Skytran”
Making the Tesla Model S
It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of Tesla. I think their business model, products, and mission are spot-on. Elon Musk was wise to purchase a defunct Toyota assembly plant during the economic downturn, and revamped it into Tesla’s manufacturing and assembly superfloor. Wired Magazine takes a look at the car getting assembled usingContinueContinue reading “Making the Tesla Model S”
Rolls Royce Wraith
The newest Rolls Royce was just trotted out to the public, and it’s called the Wraith. Beyond being the most powerful Rolls ever built, the ‘fastback’ design and dual-tone body has a decisively muscular appearance, way less Grey Poupon, grey-haired than in years past. Inside you’ll of course find luxury details like the new Spirit ofContinueContinue reading “Rolls Royce Wraith”
Future Airports
Wired has a peak at several airport designs and design concepts. Aside from showcasing some of the most futuristic architecture anywhere on the planet, these next-generation airports will work harder and smarter than those that came before. Zagreb, Croatia Image: Zaha Hadid Thames Estuary Airport Concept (Gensler) London Image: Vyonyx for Gensler Lisbon Airport Lisbon, Portugal Image: HOKContinueContinue reading “Future Airports”
Microcars
Who knew there were so many microcars in the world? Indeed, there are hundreds. They’re rare, and pint-sized, and definitely adorable. And February 15th and 16th, you can buy them at the Microcar Museum in Madison, Georgia!
Clarity Bike
Via Dezeen: No, this bike is not made out of glass. The Clarity bike is the next project within the material focus of designaffairs’ studio projects which focus on using amazing materials of our library in new contexts. We believe that the Clarity Bike could be a giant leap forward in bicycle frame engineering andContinueContinue reading “Clarity Bike”
The Best of Detroit 2013
I’ve always had a love for car design, and as a kid growing up in Michigan, attending the yearly North American International Auto Show in Detroit was a blast. Carmakers from all over the world bring their best ideas to the public. Concept cars with futuristic interiors and tomorrow’s technology are always the high point.ContinueContinue reading “The Best of Detroit 2013”
Glow Road
© Studio Roosegaarde A look at roads of the future. Via Treehugger: Back in October we told you about how infrastructure designers in the Netherlands have decided that the country’s highways need a major high-tech makeover and now those ideas are becoming reality. The Netherlands will start experimenting with photoluminescent paint on roads that charges in sunlightContinueContinue reading “Glow Road”
Riding the Bus Gets Sexy
This video has been out for a few days, but it’s hilarious enough to share again. Commissioned by the Danish government to encourage public transit, the ad brings a ride on the bus to a whole new dimension. Thanks, Midttrafik. I think you did the job smashingly.
Electric Future 