Archive for the 'Appliances & Gadgets' Category

Retro nixie clock made of glass and concrete

nixie-clock-1
Being constantly reminded of the time can be stressful. That’s why some people opt not to display clocks in their homes. A nixie clock is a good alternative because it present an opportunity for people to interact with nixie clock without realizing right away what time is it. Let us take a look at this prototype nixie clock design from Daniel Kurt (kurth.lu), which does not only makes telling time fun. This nixie clock also makes use of unique materials–6 vintage Nixie tubes enclosed in a rough concrete body. The use of the orange shiny tubes was inspired bythe vintage Z560M Nixie tubes, used in former East-Germany.

Mp3 player speakers double as ottoman or chaiselong

mp3-player-speakers-1Are you looking for an MP3 player speakers that also function as furniture? Then, check out the chocolate covered upholstered MP3 MP3 player speakers poufs from Michi Jjung. Called Music Chocolate, this MP3 player speakers collection will be unveiled at 100% Design London. Music Chocolate is an upholstered, chocolate-colored ottoman that has an integrated sound system for use with MP3 players.

Cool Gadgets and Accessories with Sense of Humor

Cool Gadgets/AccessoriesWe love to remember things that make us smile or laugh, don’t we? People love to be entertained that is why laughter has an enormous power when it comes to selling products. Remember that as long as people smile, they will surely buy.

While looking for some interesting home accessories online, I stumbled upon this great offerings from Dutch design firm OOOMS.

Home Lighting Fixtures from Recycled Materials

home-lighting-fixtures-3Green is in! With the current environment issues we are facing, isn’t it time we seriously start caring about the planet in our little ways? Think of all the garbage that we throw everyday. Some of these can be recycled and put in good use. Here, we would like to share with you some amazing home lighting fixtures design ideas using recycled materials. After seeing thesehome lighting fixtures , I was so amazed at how many wonderful things can be built from what we throw away. With the holidays season only a few months away, thesehome lighting fixtures can also be excellent (not to mention unique) gifts. Some of the home lighting fixtures included in this post can also be made at home D-I-Y style!

Air Cleaners for City Homes

air-cleaners-1
Air cleaners 01
It is no longer fog that rolls down the hill these days, but smog. Cars spill noxious fumes out their tailpipes and factories send plumes of smoke into the air. Especially for people living in highly urbanized and populated area, air pollution is an everyday problem considering the health risks it pose to everyone. In fact, it has come to the point where holding your breath is the only solution. So here is an air cleaner technology for that you can use for your city homes to at least clean or purify the air around your house.