About Design Magazine

About Design Magazine

About Design Magazine featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

Twiny

Twiny is a multifunctional sofa designed for children in homes, preschools and daycare centers. The sofa looks like a playful seat and conceals an adjustable table with storage. Separating the two sofa units reveals the hidden table. Turning the top part of the table changes its height and opens the storage compartment. The modular pieces can be arranged in different layouts for playing, studying and relaxing. The upholstery is made from recycled polyester. The table is made from reclaimed wood chips and recycled plastic.

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Cubee

Cubee is a modular inflatable furniture system created for small apartments and shared spaces. Each module is filled with an air pump and reaches full size in about ten seconds. Modules can be used alone or joined with rubber suction cups to form different seating arrangements. The inner liner is made of recycled plastic, and the removable cloth cover is attached with a zipper and offered in several colors and materials. Modules can be deflated and packed flat, which reduces transport and storage costs.

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Lesly

Lesly is a series of coat racks designed for home use. The Lesly series includes a wall-mounted model and a freestanding model, both based on carbon steel for strong load bearing. Separate areas are provided for clothes and for scarves, so garments are less likely to wrinkle or slip off. The hooks of the freestanding coat rack rotate 360 degrees, which eases the hanging of clothes and accessories. Rounded forms improve safety for children. The shapes are drawn from leaves and dewdrops, and dewdrop elements act as hanging points.

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Halo

Halo is a full-face helmet designed for electric scooter riders. The helmet shell is ISI and DOT rated and weighs about 1460 grams. Built-in speakers support music, call control and helmet-to-helmet communication between rider and passenger. The speakers are positioned and tuned so that road sounds remain audible. All electronics are placed outside the shell, away from the head, in an IP65 rated impact-grade housing. Automatic wear detection switches the helmet on when it is worn. A magnetic wireless charger latches to the rear housing.

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Ypoo U U

Ypoo U U is an elliptical trainer designed for use in the home. Flexi bars and elastic cords are included, and these accessories support several exercise modes for both aerobic and anaerobic training. A kinetic self generation system converts movement into electricity, so no power cord is required and operation remains quiet. The machine occupies 0.6 square meters and weighs 31 kilograms, and front wheels allow easy repositioning. A knob adjusts the speed, and a visual dial indicates 32 levels of magnetic resistance.

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Monet Impressions

Monet Impressions is a custom cabinet system for kitchens and closets in modern homes. The design draws on the paintings of Monet and on Italian minimalism. Rounded shapes replace sharp corners, and handles with fluid lines follow the profile of the doors. A light green baking finish is paired with a powder coating of lively luster, which adds visual layering. The kitchen island is formed by two geometric blocks inspired by petals, supporting cooking and social use. The L shaped walk in closet uses arc shaped corner cabinets and zoned storage to improve space use.

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