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June 23, 2024

Inspiring Sustainable Fashion & Style Quotes

Coco Chanel. Source of image: Vogue Fashion is a never ending story. It is a dynamic world and fast...

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June 18, 2024

A Bright Era of Upcycling in Fashion

A total look from Ellen Hodakova Larsson’s collection. Image source: Ellen Hodakova Larsson’s IG account @hoda_kova Fashion mass production...

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August 19, 2021

The Rising of Refugee Artisans

When refugees flee their home countries for a better life in a new land, they only bring memory, hope,...

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March 27, 2021

Sophia Is Also An Artistic Painter – Hong Kong, China

I am the Hanson Robotics’ latest humanlike robot.

by maaknu
March 25, 2021

Speakers For My City – Asahi, Japan

A person who created speakers for his city.

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February 12, 2021

70 Years of the Art of Printmaking – Helsinski, Finland

“We want to taste the authentic flavor of life, thus finding joy and intensity for each day,” – Marimekko.

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February 9, 2021

Dagmar Winning DNA – Stockholm, Sweden

A company built with three pilars: DESIGN, ETHICS AND LONGEVITY.

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Malaysian artist, designer, and painter named Syarifah Nadhirah, published an illustrated book featuring edible plants in the forest of Peninsular Malaysia. Image by Syarifah Nadhirah.
January 14, 2021

Exploring The Jungles With Syarifah – Peninsular Malaysia

Reconnecting with the past, the tradition, the plants, the forest, the indigenous community, and the sustainable life

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Sheltersuit, founded by Dutch designer Bas Timmer in 2014. The foundation has made 12.500 suits from upcycled materials for the homeless in Europe, South Africa, and US and produced by the Syrian refugees, World Economic Forum reported last week. Image by Sheltersuit Foundation.
January 12, 2021

#PeopleHelpingPeople – Enschede, The Netherlands

No one deserves the horrible fate of freezing to death because the homeless can’t afford decent protective clothing.

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Three students of University of Indonesia (left to right) Ajeng Riski Anugrah, Nandhika Prayoga, and Grace Elizabeth Kristiani - developed the a prototype application, called Muter, an abbreviation of Teman Tuli Teman Dengar, as a solution for the deaf people who have problems in noticing the train stops during a train journey. Image of Fakultas Ilmu Arministrasi in University of Indonesia (UI).
January 7, 2021

Muter Team For The Deaf – Jakarta, Indonesia

For Teman Tuli and Teman Dengar during a train journey in Indonesia.

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Paludarium YASUTOSHI by Azuma Makoto is taking place in StandBy in Tokyo, Japan. Image by Azuma Makoto/AMKK.
January 4, 2021

5th Paludarium Of Makoto – Tokyo, Japan

An artist who has brought plants to places they have never been, including outer-space

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January 2, 2021

Finding The Missing Parts Of Your Game Boards – Caen, France

Do you have incomplete game boards? No worries, now you can find the missing parts.

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The light cream sofas of Dara Huang furniture line in partnership with Perennials Southerland LLC. Image by: Muse Motion Pictures
January 1, 2021

The Light Cream Sofas, Worry Not! – London, United Kingdom

An artistic light cream sofa that is super easy to be cleaned. Never be afraid again to choose sofas...

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An algae sequin dress by fashion designer Phillip Lim and industrial designer Charlotte McCurdy for One X One 2020 peogram. Image by Phillip Lim team as appeared in One X One official website.
December 24, 2020

ONE X ONE 2020 Projects

Sustainability in fashion is often used only as a statement without practicing the proper design and production processes and...

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WeatherHYDE is a life saving, fully insulated, and women- friendly emergency tent tailored for the urban homeless and vulnerable in all seasons. Image by Brillion Bricks.
December 3, 2020

Home For Everyone – Singapore

“We envision a world where everyone can own a dignified home,”

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Light becomes data by pureLiFi. Their evaluation kits (EVK) are suited to manufacturers of lighting, mobile devices and connected "things" too. Image by: pureLiFi as posted in Herarld Scotland Business.
December 2, 2020

Light Is Here, Shall We LiFi? – Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

How about LED lights for a secure, reliable, high-speed communication networks?

by maaknu
Wool Sweater made from extra fine merino wool of Son Of a Tailor Brand. Image by Son Of A Tailor.
December 1, 2020

Custom-Made Sweater & T-Shirt – Copenhagen, Denmark

“We are a clothing-tech company making custom fitted garments using innovative processes to eliminate waste in clothing production,” – 

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Norlha Womenswear Autumn Winter 2020. Slate mountain coat made from 100% yak khullu wool. Image by: Norlha Arelier.
November 29, 2020

The Sustainable Yak Khullu Wool Atelier – Ritoma, Tibet

“We believe in the exceptional qualities of a rare fiber, in the skill of our dedicated artisans, and the...

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True Square Formafantasma by Andrea Trimarchi and Simone Farresin of Formafantasma for Rado. Image by Rado.
November 28, 2020

Rado True Square Collection Live Talks

Rado’s first Virtual Design Week co-hosted with Dezeen will start next week.

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Rubric Initiative is a non-profit organisation dedicated to making change in the fashion industry by addressing its barriers to entry. Image by Rubric Initiative.
November 27, 2020

#RubricCommunity Movement In Fashion Industry

“We are dedicated to addressing fashion’s barriers to entry by supporting new generations of Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic...

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Indigo, String of Faith - natural dye exhibition by 15 exhibitors of Jung O Ae, students of Jung Kwan Chae in Natural Dyeing Cultural Centrel In Naju, South Korea. Image by Jung O Ae exhibitor.
November 25, 2020

Indigo, A String Of Faith – Naju, South Korea

Naju is a city in South Jeolla Province, South Korea – where the past culture integrates with the modern...

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Sint Nicholas. Het Apeldoorn Sinterklaasjournaal - image source: Sint In Apeldoorn & Tim Koldenhof Producties & Events.
November 24, 2020

A Drive-Thru To Meet Saint Nicholas – Apeldoorn, The Netherlands

This year we suddenly had to totally change the way we used to live and celebrate things, including the...

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Truepic Vision App illustrations. All images by © Truepic 2020
November 19, 2020

Authenticating Visual Content – California, United States

With this app, we are able to identify fake images.

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Anheuser-Busch announced a new partnership to pilot Michelob ULTRA cans made from low-carbon aluminium, 30% fewer carbon emisdions per can. Image by: Anheuser-Busch.
November 17, 2020

Sustainable Low Carbon Can – New York, United States

Low carbon beer cans.

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HACKCARE guide book by Lekker Architects and Lanzavecchia + Wai -LIEN Foundation. Image by Lanzavecchia + Wai.
November 16, 2020

Hack Care Guide Book – Singapore

“The aim is to help keep the loved ones with dementia engaged, empowered and enabled to age in place...

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Phritvi Simha in his study "Alkaline dehydration of source-separated fresh human urine: Preliminary insights into using different dehydration temperature and media". Image by Phritvi Simha in Science Direct.
November 15, 2020

Turning Urine Into Solid Fertiliser – Uppsala, Sweden

More practical way to recycle human urine as dry fertiliser is on the way.

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Strap Tech device for blinds - Austin - Image of Strap Tech.
November 15, 2020

Strap Technologies For The Blinds – Austin, United States

Imagine living in a world where independence and autonomy is returned tobthose who are blind and visually impaired.

by maaknu
November 13, 2020

Lights Of K-New Deal – Seoul, South Korea

Comfort and Hope.

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The Modern Artisan Project by Prince of Wales Foundation and YOOX Net-a-porter Group. Image by YOOX /ynap team.
November 13, 2020

Prince Charles On Sustainability Fashion – London, United Kingdom

“The goal was to help the 10 participants become aware that sewing is an art form and a craft...

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AK Threads ED5 - image by Rory James
November 11, 2020

Antakarana Threads & Community – London, United Kingdom

Built upon philosophy of slow, considered living and commitment to sustainability

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To introduce: Fashion house Gucci's Gift Campaign 2020. Image by: Mark Peckmezian.
November 9, 2020

#GucciGift 2020 In Office – Florence, Italy

It’s almost Christmas.

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Flexible electronic skin by CU Boulder. Image by Chuanqian Shi.
November 8, 2020

Recycable Electronic Skin – Colorado, United States

“We want a device that is easy to recycle.”

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New Norwegian passport design by Neue Studio. Image by: Catharina Caprino/@hestagentur
November 8, 2020

Norway’s New Passport – Oslo, Norwegia

The new passport design has been finalized.

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Jann Bungcaras collection. Photographed by Briann Tan - Styled by Gee Jocson - Logistics by Nina Amoncio - Modeled by Andrew of Certeza Models.
November 7, 2020

Unstoppable Bungcaras – Cebu, Philippines

“I am a budding designer with the goal of moving my clients with stories I tell with my pieces...

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Black Learning Achievement Mental Health logo design by Hollie Joyce @holliejdesign
November 6, 2020

#BLAMHistoryBites – London, United Kingdom

We aim to promote a positive dialogue of social identity and culture through history.

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November 5, 2020

MUJI Soy Meat Range – Tokyo, Japan

The world population will reach 10 billion by 2050 and there’s a growing awareness that meat product is a...

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October 28, 2020

US TIME To VOTE

For the first time since 1923, TIME magazine is replacing its logo from its cover with “VOTE”

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To introduce: Manolo Mesa on his classical painting on potteries - Parees Festival. Image by@mirahaciaatras and @feralcala.
October 27, 2020

Massive Murals For Abandoned Potteries – Oviedo, Spain

A passionate classical painter from Spain who has been using walls as his canvas,

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To introduce: Corona Stamp by Österreichisch/Austria Post AG. Image by Reuters/Leonhard Foeger.
October 27, 2020

Corona Stamp – Wina, Austria

“With the Corona stamp, we not only want to issue an original stamp block to remember this year, but...

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To introduce: "Light For The World" by Sisters of Poor Clares, Arundel, UK. Image by: Chris O’Donovan/The Observer.
October 26, 2020

Light For The World – Arundel, United Kingdom

We are sisters, who share prayer, work, laughter and struggles, and live according to the Form of Life

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October 26, 2020

Letter Temple – Tokyo, Japan

Face and talk to “that person” through a letter. When you’re lonely, or when you don’t know where to...

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To introduce: Adobe’s Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI). Image by: Adobe.
October 25, 2020

Fighting Fake Images – San Jose, United States

Adobe believes in the power of creativity – for all – to make our world a more beautiful, interesting...

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To introduce: Display Copy Magazine debut - Saskia De Brauw. Image by Amy Troost.
October 24, 2020

Celebrating Preloved Fashion – California, United States

The fashion industry’s current efforts toward sustainability are not moving fast enough to counteract its rapid growth.

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October 22, 2020

Bubble Concert – Oklahoma, United States

The COVID-19 pandemic keeps many venues shuttered around the world. The situation has forced bands, venues, promoters, and fans...

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October 21, 2020

Seven Ways To Be TVDB – Hyères, France

In his work, digital co-exists with traditional craftsmanship, defying the divide between crafts and innovation.

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October 20, 2020

Representing The Underrepresented- Stockholm, Sweden

Spreading cultural awareness through creative outlets is the mission of FIIRI.

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October 19, 2020

dʒuːˈɡɑːd – Mumbai, India

Jugād /dʒuːˈɡɑːd/ in colloquial Hindi stands for the flexible approach to problem solving using the limited resources at hand...

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October 18, 2020

#BuybackFriday In 27 Countries

Create a more sustainable everyday life at home and help give your used IKEA items another life. 

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October 16, 2020

Wray The NY Street Tailor – New York, United States

“A lot of people do think like fast fashion clothes is only supposed to last them for that season...

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October 15, 2020

MAKE Land – Cardiff, United Kingdom

We’re not trend forecasting. We’re simply telling that story and finding liberation within that restriction.

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October 14, 2020

The Carwash Furniture – Rotterdam, The Netherlands

As they enter our home space, the objects become friends. They want to interact and to be seen outside...

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To introduce: Algaemy Bench No. 1 by Blond and Bieber. Image by Dominik Backhaus.
October 13, 2020

Alchemy Algaemy – Kreuzberg, Germany

The work we do, experimental research, we might call it design research, we like to call it alchemy and...

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October 12, 2020

The IKEA Virtual Greenhouse Around The World

The pandemic has given us a reason and a chance – to reset, reflect upon, and re-evaluate what’s important...

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October 11, 2020

Indestructible Vest – London, United Kingdom

A puffer vest is the one of the best autumn outerwear. A strongest and indestructible puffer vest has now...

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October 10, 2020

The NEW NORMAL Tableware – Zagreb, Croatia

“Despite coronavirus safety rules, our conceptual tableware retains that important social and cultural dimension of dining -sharing,”

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October 9, 2020

A to Z Manifesto – Carlisle, United Kingdom

“It’s time to wake up and question how we’ve been doing things,” said the fashion designer Stella McCartney about...

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October 7, 2020

LEVI’S SecondHand – San Francisco, United States

Denim is made to live a long life. With each crease, tear and patch, a story emerges.

by maaknu
October 6, 2020

Myco-Technology – Bandung, Indonesia

We believe in co-creating with nature. That is why we fabricate our materials with technology that comes from the...

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October 4, 2020

Mylo Vegan Leather – Emeryville, United States

We believe that solutions to our most vexing problems can be found in nature

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To introduce: Wat Chat Daeng recycle project. Image in AFP/Lillian Suwanrumpha.
October 3, 2020

Sustainable Monastery Robes – Song Khanong, Thailand

“I’m practising the Buddha’s teachings, which also align with solving the global environmental crisis,”

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October 2, 2020

5 SS21 Fashion With Protection

Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that may cause illness in humans as well as in animals and...

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October 1, 2020

Stand Strong For Who You Are – Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara, Australia

We share some similar stories and experiences – of disconnection from culture, language and country, and the constant pressures...

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To introduce: ANREALAGE SS21 by Kunihiko Morinaga. Image by: ANREALAGE.
September 30, 2020

Clothes Is My Home – Tokyo, Japan

“Home can be worn like a garment and a garment can be a home.”

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To introduce: NIKE Sportswear Marble Ecodown Jacket. Image by NIKE Team.
September 29, 2020

FORM FUNCTION FOOTPRINT – Beaverton, United States

“There is no innovation without sustainability,”

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To introduce: Valentino x LEVI'S collaboration SS2021 Fonderie Macchie Milan. Image by: Maison Valentino team.
September 28, 2020

True Diversity of Maison Valentino – Milan, Italy

“The true acceptance of diversity. Tolerance and kindness. This is the world I want to tell through my work...

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HengHiap Industries - beach cleaning. Image by HengHiap Industries.
September 27, 2020

Convert Scraps Into Solutions – Johor, Malaysia

“I don’t believe there is global plastics pollution problems – but there is global plastic ignorance problem.

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To introduce: Ayres Bespoke Tailor in Porto and Lisbon. Image by Ayres Bespoke Tailor.
September 26, 2020

The Ayres Legacy – Lisbon, Portugal

His approach to his craft can best be described as “uncompromising”. And as a tailor who makes only several...

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To introduce: musician and composer Nursalim Yadi Anugerah of West Kalimantan. Image by Nursalim Yadi Anugerah.
September 25, 2020

Music Of West Kalimantan – Pontianak, Indonesia

“Tradition is something that is passed down through the generations and ties people together.

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September 24, 2020

Mission Bo.Lan – Bangkok, Thailand

We need to work out how we can survive by supporting the farmers that we have and move away...

by maaknu
September 23, 2020

The Local Tree Project – Singapore

“We did a lot of research into the ergonomics of Asian bodies.

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To introduce: Biogarmentry by Roya Aghahi and scientists of University of British Columbia. Image of Roya Aghahi.
September 22, 2020

A Living & Photosynthesizing Textile – Vancouver, Canada

By simply being present in the environment,  we can reduce the harm we do to our planet.

by maaknu
September 21, 2020

Redefining Bulgarian Identity – Bulgaria & United Kingdom

Their priority is to keep supporting the Bulgarian women who work on the clothes

by maaknu
September 15, 2020

FAMILY MATTERS – Taipei, Taiwan

We all work together, play together, and still go back under the same roof and dinner table every day.

by maaknu
To introduce: Supreme® / Yohji Yamamoto®
September 14, 2020

Supreme® / Yohji Yamamoto® – New York, United States

A collaboration between American streetwear brand and the Japanese avant-garde designer

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To introduce: Artworks of Sang Tukang in Sabah Malaysia. Image by Sang Tukang.
September 13, 2020

Sang Tukang Duo – Sabah, Malaysia

We need to realise that we are the same people, with a common history, on the same island.

by maaknu
To introduce: A logo - by Simone Manuel - 2028 LA Olympic and Paralympic. Image by LA28 team
September 12, 2020

#LA28Creator – Los Angeles, United States

Los Angeles is an amazing sports and entertainment city with diverse cultures, a youthful energy and a cutting-edge vibe.

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To introduce: LEGO and LEVI'S collaboration. Image by: LEGO.
September 11, 2020

LEGO Collabs With LEVI’S & ADIDAS – Billund, Denmark

To inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow, also to support a more creative and resilient society

by maaknu
September 10, 2020

Active Classrooms Research – Eindhoven, The Netherlands

Rethinking sitting is crucial, but changing sitting means transforming habitus

by maaknu
September 9, 2020

Billie’s Ukulele – Scottsdale, United States

There’s no one like Billie Eilish. Designed in collaboration with the icon herself, this concert uke is a bold...

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To introduce: Bethany Williams AW 2020 collection. Image by : Carlo Scarpato / Gorunway.com.
September 8, 2020

Building A Fashion Collection With Community – London, United Kingdom

“I wanted to make work that was meaningful and can help people.

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To introduce: MARINA-MOSCONE-RESORT-21 look 17. Image of Marina Moscone.
September 7, 2020

Weaving The Yarns For Resort 2021 – Chelsea, United States

The collections often read as minimalist in form, the designer considers them maximalist when it comes to quality and...

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To introduce: Kamiwaraji, Japanese cardboard sandal. Image by Kamiwaraji.
September 6, 2020

Cardboard Sandals & Paper Socks – Tokyo, Japan

Cardboard is the ultimate eco-material. Currently, 100% recyclable cardboard is used everywhere, especially in the distribution industry.

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To introduce: Plant-based Virón footwear by Mats Rombaut and Julian Romer. Image by Virón team.
September 5, 2020

Foodwaste, Footwear, Return, and Reborn – Paris, France

We turn foodwaste to footwear and your old rubber shoes will be reborn into new sneakers.

by maaknu
September 4, 2020

Be Water Lamp – Milan, Italy

It’s more than a lamp, it’s an experience.

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To introduce: ANXIOUS MEN collection by collaboration of Lizworks and Rashid Johnson. Image by Lizworks.
September 3, 2020

Anxious Men Collection – New York, United States

“When I was younger, I would see shea butter being sold on the street, and I was interested in...

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To introduce: Shared Unisex Collection by Stella McCartney. Image by Stella McCartney team.
September 2, 2020

Stella McCartney Shared – London, United Kingdom

Our shared capsule collection is a youthful, genderless exploration of a collective linked by utilitarian styles and activist values...

by maaknu
September 1, 2020

Nestlé Plant Based Tuna – Lausane, Switzerland

Unlocking the power of food to enhance the quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.

by maaknu
To introduce: IKEA and Lego have collaborated to create Bygglek, storage boxes with LEGO bricks.
August 31, 2020

Have You Got Bygglek? – Älmhult, Sweden

“It’s a possibility to play, display the cool creations and return to it to replay, remake, recreate or start...

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To introduce: Ardmore artists. Image by Ardmore YouTube Channel.
August 30, 2020

Extraordinary Ardmore Artists – KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

The pandemic has reminded us that creativity and art always find a way. The world came together as the...

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To introduce: the traditional Ainu textile and Attush by Town Biratori Hokkaido.jp website
August 29, 2020

The Ainu & The Attush – Hokkaido, Japan

“Thank you for your clothes,”

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To introduce: the Classic Perfect Brew Pour Over Set by Stanley, a brand of PMI. Image by Stanley brand.
August 28, 2020

Paperless Coffee Dripper – Seattle, United States

We lead the industry, creating solutions that make life better. We continue to create legendary technology to serve the...

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To introduce: Nicoless Backpack by Donar d.o.o.
August 27, 2020

Sustainable Backpack & Chair – Ljubljana, Slovenia

Design is not just lines and beauty, but foremost about its social impact.

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To introduce: [In]Brace by Dorothee Clasen in Cologne. Image by Dorothee Clasen.
August 26, 2020

[In]Brace / TONG – Cologne, Germany

“A pianist might flip his digital note sheets with his tongue while playing or an skier could remote his...

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To introduce: Natural resin by artist Yoon Seok Hyeon who is based in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. The natural resin is called Ott for ceramics and tiles. Image by Ronald Smits.
August 25, 2020

Ott / Another Paradigmatic Ceramic – Eindhoven, The Netherlands

Revaluing materials and objects which are always around us.

by maaknu
X-ray flowers by Azuma Makoto in Japan. Image by Azuma Makoto.
August 24, 2020

The Time Lapse & X-ray Of Flowers – Tokyo, Japan

Consistent in enhancing the existence value of plants by finding the most mysterious shape, converting it to an artistic...

by maaknu
Fashion brand monogram replica by Raku Inoue, a multidisciplinary artist based in Canada. Image by Raku Inoui.
August 22, 2020

Fresh Floral Logos – Montreal, Canada

The pleasure is to keep on watering my Creativitrees.

by maaknu
Introducing the British perfumer and tea lover, Lyn Harris, founder of Perfumer H in London, UK. Image by Perfume H team.
August 22, 2020

Tastes Of The Natural Scents – London, United Kingdom

Relentless in pursuit to create beautiful, unconventional fragrances that resonate life.

by maaknu
Introducing the Image of Adidas by Stella McCartney AW2020 collection. Image by adidas by Stella McCartney.
August 21, 2020

adidas by Stella McCartney AW20 Is Ready – London, United Kingdom

“It’s all about excess, that’s the problem. The fashion industry is excessive. We wear things three times on average...

by maaknu
Introducing the Cloud Mast by Molo Design - Vancouver, Canada
August 20, 2020

5 Paper & Cardboard Furnitures Around The World

Cardboard and paper are mostly used as packagings for product delivery. They associates with transportation and protection. As we...

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Introduce the MMXS marble machine by Love Húlten. Image by Love Húlten.
August 19, 2020

A Tribute To Martin Morlin – Gothenburg, Sweden

After 8 months of building process of trial and error, from designing the parts to final assembly, with addition...

by maaknu
Introduce the 2019 collaboration blends DuPont™ Sorona® fibers and TENCEL™ Lyocell and TENCEL™ Modal fibers from Lenzing. Image by DuPont™ Sorona®
August 17, 2020

Eco-Efficient Performance Fibre – Wilmington, United States

We believe science should learn from nature – that a product is timeless when it’s renewable, and that a...

by maaknu
To introduce the Roll-Up Bag by Nendo/Oki Sato. Image by nendo.
August 17, 2020

Lawson Roll-Up Eco Bag – Tokyo, Japan

Time has passed since the charging of plastic shopping bags on July 1st, in Japan.

by maaknu
To introduce the deformed brown glass bottle from Nagasaki during the atomic explosion in 1945. Image by NHK.
August 15, 2020

Reproduction Of A Brown Bottle From Nagasaki – Kawasaki, Japan

It is now 75 years since an atomic was dropped in Nagasaki, Japan on August 9th, 1945.

by maaknu
The Concrete Garden by ETERNIT Slovenija and Tina Rugelj- Slovenia. Image by Concrete Garden.
August 14, 2020

Concrete Garden with Swisspearl’s Fiber Cement – Koper, Slovenija

Celebrating the appearance of raw concrete and tiny imperfections which are visible on the surface, the material gains a noble...

by maaknu
To introduce a chair and a bookcase by Arktegn.dk - Image by Arktegn.
August 13, 2020

Arktegn Folding Chair – Copenhagen, Denmark

Simplicity and minimalistic furniture has been the important part of our lives. But when it comes to easy and...

by maaknu
Introduce: For Responsible Living Collection by Diesel - Green Label -for FW 2020 collection. Image by Diesel team.
August 12, 2020

Made #ForResponsibleLiving – Molvena, Italy

Act Responsibly Even when You Don’t. Go crazy and at the same time treat the planet with our responsible...

by maaknu
Introduce: Clova Lamp by Naver Corp - Seongnam, South Korea. Image by Naver Corp.
August 11, 2020

The Lamp Can Read – Seongnam, South Korea

With innovative OCR technology, this smart reading lamp can read books to children and develop children’s interest in reading...

by maaknu
The Hamidashimono's lunch chopstick whittling in Food Foliage Brighton. Image by Food Foliage BrightonIG.
August 10, 2020

Hamidashimono Whittling Kit – Yoshino, Japan

For more than a hundred years, wood left-over from Japanese home construction has been upcycled to make disposable  chopsticks

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To introduce the Bureau MARCEL by Christophe Gernigon. Image by Christophe Gernigon.
August 9, 2020

Practical Folding Desk – Paris, France

A real space saver, a minimalist table that can easily be stored behind your cabinet.

by maaknu
To introduce Renoleum by Christien Meindertsma and Forbo Flooring and team. Image by Christien Meindertsma.
August 8, 2020

Renoleum Floors – Assendelft, The Netherlands

“I like to go where the inventions are and research is my way of designing.” With careful investigation and...

by maaknu
To introduce: DISPLAY by Tim Denton in Manchester UK. Image by Fiona Finchet.
August 7, 2020

Customized & Upgradeable Furniture – Manchester, United Kingdom

A customized furniture with minimalist approach to essential solutions for living or working spaces.

by maaknu
To introduce: Clay tiles by Manoj Patel of MPDS. Image by MPDS.
August 6, 2020

Tiles Reincarnated – Vadodara, India

The aim is to protect and preserve our nature along with reviving of traditional skills. A simple, economical, and...

by maaknu
To introduce menu: Akami fresh plant based tunaby Kuleana. Image by Kuleana.
August 5, 2020

Plant-Based Raw Tuna – San Francisco, United States

We strive for a world where the food system protects and nourishes us, animals and environment alike.

by maaknu
To introduce Tree Tent or Tranendreef by Dré Wapenaar. Image by Dré Wapenaar
August 4, 2020

The Tent Sculptures – Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Tents, with their the universal language, are an excellent in understanding the chemistry between people.

by maaknu
August 3, 2020

Beauty of Craftmanship & Upcycling – Copenhagen, Denmark

“Our fabrics are so precious, they need to be used. We have never thrown anything away. We have all...

by maaknu
To introduce: the booming of Japanese Slipper. Image by : Abe Sangyo
August 2, 2020

Kahoku Slippers Are Booming – Kahoku, Japan

Slippers, the humble footwear, has its peak in demands during the 2020 pandemic.

by maaknu
To introduce: NOMOTO by Joey Ruiter and team. Image by Dean Van Dis.
August 1, 2020

The Unnoticeable Transportation – Ada, MI, United States

“I wanted to create a piece that is museum-worthy that’s completely unnoticeable and so familiar, you’re just going to...

by maaknu
Masque Barriere by Géochanvre F in France
July 31, 2020

8 Creative Masks Around The World

Masks may help prevent people who have COVID-19 from spreading the virus to others. Masks are most likely to...

by maaknu
To introduce: Wolbe Paris Clothing Line. Image by Wolbe Paris
July 30, 2020

Eco Elegant Active Wear – Paris, France

Elegant, high-performance, and eco-responsible clothing for men. A French brand that offers freedom power to your wardrobe with earth...

by maaknu
To introduce: The Impossible Foods Cookbook by The Impossible Foods.
July 29, 2020

The Impossible Foods – Redwood City, United States

Using animals to make meat is a prehistoric and destructive technology. A food tech company has been making meat...

by maaknu
Products by Not Co in Chile
July 28, 2020

The Not Company Food Technology – Santiago, Chile

Food reinvention from Latin America. A multi-billion dollar business of food replacement producing the plant-based meat and dairy products

by maaknu
To introduce: Avani Eco Packaging Products by Kevin Kumala in Bali Island. Image by Avani Eco Hub.
July 27, 2020

Compostable Food Packaging – Denpasar, Indonesia

Global solution for eco-friendly products. A green company based in Indonesia offers full range of biodegradable and compostable packaging, 

by maaknu
The Clothing and Accessories Lines by TOMBOGO. Image by TOMBOGO.
July 25, 2020

Bubble Wraps Into Clothes – Auckland, United States

An aspiring clothing brand, an experiential learning outlet thinking outside the box, founded in 2012 by Tommy Bogo in...

by maaknu
To introduce recycable T-Shirt line by FOR DAYS. Image by FOR DAYS.
July 24, 2020

Endless Clothing Line – Los Angeles, United States

A company with a vision of life with less stuff – of life filled with living – not junk....

by maaknu
July 23, 2020

This Is The End Of The End – Seattle, United States

“This is the end of the end.” A fiber technology company based in Seattle, converts garment wastes to new,...

by maaknu
To introduce: The Adv3nture Hoodie by Adv3nture - California. Image by Adv3nture.
July 22, 2020

American Adv3nture Hoodie – California, United States

To create premium apparel that combines advanced fabrics, complete comfort, and functional design 

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To introduce: IWOM is a waterproof and windproof jacket. Image by IWOM.
July 21, 2020

IWOM – State College, United States

The hassle of lugging around all the extra clothing and gear to be prepared for unpredictable weather during outdoor...

by maaknu
To introduce: Christian Dior collaboration with Amoako Boafo in SS2021 Dior Menswear. Image by Jackie Nickerson.
July 20, 2020

Boafo x Dior – Accra, Ghana

“I love fashion and I tend to look at characters who have a sense of style. The interesting part,...

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To introduce: J’AIME LE LIN campaign also known as We Are Linen, I Love Linen, Amo Il Lino / #sololino.
July 19, 2020

#WeAreLinen Campaign Around The World

Linen is a sustainable fabric made from flax fibers. Ecological and easy to maintain, linen is a fiber with multiple...

by maaknu
To introduce: Made51 products - UNHCR. Image by Made51.
July 18, 2020

Made51 – Around The World

Refugees around the world have lived in UNHCR refugee camps for many years. When refugees flee, they carry tradition,...

by maaknu
To introduce: Shamir Bailey - American singer and musician. Image by Shamir Bailey.
July 18, 2020

Shining Shamir – Las Vegas, United States

A star born and became the pride of his hometown in North Las Vegas.

by maaknu
To introduce: Pursweit by Aqsa Ajmal - Lexus Design Award Finalist 2020. Image is in Lexus Award 2020 website.
July 17, 2020

Pursewit – Islamabad, Pakistan

An industrial design graduate from the NUST (National University of Science and Technology) in Pakistan, has created a sewing...

by maaknu
To introduce: The Garbage Watch by Vollebak. Image by Vollebak.
July 17, 2020

What if garbage isn’t garbage? – London, United Kingdom

A creative solution to end our million tonnes electronic wastes that contain many of the world’s precious metals is...

by maaknu
G2 Biodegradable Mask by Géochanvre F company in France.
July 16, 2020

Biodegradable & Biocompostable Geotextiles – Lézinnes, France

An industrial company using sustainable development with zero-waste industrialized production

by maaknu
Green One G.O. One Straw - Hong Kong
July 15, 2020

Reusable, Openable, Rollable Straws – Kwai Chung, Hong Kong

New sustainable design of straw.

by maaknu
To introduce: Product - Lamp Shade - by Ottan Studio. Image by Ottan Studio
July 14, 2020

Food Waste Into Products – Beyoğlu, Turkey

Wastes as material base for new products.

by maaknu
Natura Animal by Raku Inoue. Image by Raku Inoue
July 14, 2020

The Continuity Of Natura Series – Montreal, Canada

“Insects have always been symbolic for me,”

by maaknu
To introduce: FAMILIA by Studio Fantasio. Image by Studio Fantasio.
July 13, 2020

The Familia – Belgium & France

It always striving for surprise, wonder and humour, it ambitions to make positive impacts to the world.

by maaknu
To introduce: Kamikaze Jewel by S6 swimmer and jeweler, Pablo Cimadevila. Image by Pablo Cimadevila.
July 12, 2020

Kamikaze Jewels – Pontevedra, Spain

“If you can dream it, you can do it. No barrier has prevented reached their goals.”

by maaknu
July 11, 2020

The Incredible Flower Journeys – Tokyo, Japan

“I wish to continue exploring the world to discover new flowers with my own eyes.

by maaknu
July 10, 2020

Echelman’s Woven Sculptures Around The World

“The spaces I want to be in are nurturing and soft and saturated with color. Our cities don’t have...

by maaknu
July 9, 2020

Finding Oasis With Grandmas – Sakon Dakhon, Thailand

The deep blue indigo has been important part of fashion industry around the world. How is the process of...

by maaknu
Introducing: Animate by Studios Fantasio. Image by Studio Fantasio.
July 9, 2020

Animate x Oppo – Belgium & France

Young creative duo creating simple and playful toys with safe electronic system to help children’s imagination alive

by maaknu
July 8, 2020

Eccentrique Violinist – Los Angeles, United States

Messed around with instruments in the house and took up violin in the fourth grade, eventually teaching herself how...

by maaknu
July 8, 2020

Jam Skating – Berlin, Germany

LEARNING. Jam skating is a dance on roller skate. Born in Europe in the eighteenth century as transportation, recreation,...

by maaknu
July 7, 2020

The Unstoppable Shelters – Calabasas, United States

Shelters in the eye of Kanye West.

by maaknu
July 7, 2020

Painting With Light And Color – Berkeley, United States.

LEARNING. Behind the scene of The Dam Keeper animation movie and learn from the creators.

by maaknu
July 5, 2020

From Waste To Material – Copenhagen, Denmark

This week on Tuesday, 7 July 2020 at 17.00 – 18.00 CEST, you are invited to learn about biodegradable...

by maaknu
July 4, 2020

Show In A Box – London, United Kingdom

A creative way to present a fashion show.

by maaknu
July 4, 2020

i-D Summer School – London, United Kingdom

LEARNING. Online school with i-D. Learn It and Pass It On.

by maaknu
July 4, 2020

The Pebble – Berlin, Germany

Portable dining toolkit.

by maaknu
July 3, 2020

Esotismi Hand Embroidered Wallpaper – Milan, Italy

True craftmanship in making embroidered wallpaper.

by maaknu
July 1, 2020

Together For The World – New York, United States

“We have something in common,” said Milton Glaser.

by maaknu
June 30, 2020

Aggregate Habitat – Clarendon, United States

One of the world’s largest and self-supporting papier-mâché structures built on a Texas ranch in Clarendon.

by maaknu
June 28, 2020

Magical & Poetic Art – Toronto, Canada

A digital surreal paintings born from the creepy innocence.

by maaknu
June 26, 2020

Beauty In Diversity – Amsterdam, The Netherlands

The beauty of beauty, humanity, and diversity.

by maaknu
June 24, 2020

Terraplanter – New York, United States

A new way of planting.

by maaknu
June 21, 2020

Easy Breathing With Lacunal – Fukuoka, Japan

A small thing to help us breathing easily under a mask.

by maaknu
June 19, 2020

From Tights To Tables – Köping, Sweden

Unique material source in the sustainable production of hosiery. 

by maaknu
June 18, 2020

The Portraits of True Colours – Atlanta, United States

Paintings that celebrate an honest colours and stories.

by maaknu

Art

Paludarium YASUTOSHI by Azuma Makoto is taking place in StandBy in Tokyo, Japan. Image by Azuma Makoto/AMKK.
January 4, 2021

5th Paludarium Of Makoto – Tokyo, Japan

An artist who has brought plants to places they have never been, including outer-space

by maaknu
November 13, 2020

Lights Of K-New Deal – Seoul, South Korea

Comfort and Hope.

by maaknu
To introduce: Manolo Mesa on his classical painting on potteries - Parees Festival. Image by@mirahaciaatras and @feralcala.
October 27, 2020

Massive Murals For Abandoned Potteries – Oviedo, Spain

A passionate classical painter from Spain who has been using walls as his canvas,

by maaknu
October 1, 2020

Stand Strong For Who You Are – Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara, Australia

We share some similar stories and experiences – of disconnection from culture, language and country, and the constant pressures...

by maaknu

Architecture

WeatherHYDE is a life saving, fully insulated, and women- friendly emergency tent tailored for the urban homeless and vulnerable in all seasons. Image by Brillion Bricks.
December 3, 2020

Home For Everyone – Singapore

“We envision a world where everyone can own a dignified home,”

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To introduce Tree Tent or Tranendreef by Dré Wapenaar. Image by Dré Wapenaar
August 4, 2020

The Tent Sculptures – Rotterdam, The Netherlands

Tents, with their the universal language, are an excellent in understanding the chemistry between people.

by maaknu
July 7, 2020

The Unstoppable Shelters – Calabasas, United States

Shelters in the eye of Kanye West.

by maaknu
June 30, 2020

Aggregate Habitat – Clarendon, United States

One of the world’s largest and self-supporting papier-mâché structures built on a Texas ranch in Clarendon.

by maaknu

Design

January 2, 2021

Finding The Missing Parts Of Your Game Boards – Caen, France

Do you have incomplete game boards? No worries, now you can find the missing parts.

by maaknu
The light cream sofas of Dara Huang furniture line in partnership with Perennials Southerland LLC. Image by: Muse Motion Pictures
January 1, 2021

The Light Cream Sofas, Worry Not! – London, United Kingdom

An artistic light cream sofa that is super easy to be cleaned. Never be afraid again to choose sofas...

by maaknu
True Square Formafantasma by Andrea Trimarchi and Simone Farresin of Formafantasma for Rado. Image by Rado.
November 28, 2020

Rado True Square Collection Live Talks

Rado’s first Virtual Design Week co-hosted with Dezeen will start next week.

by maaknu
Anheuser-Busch announced a new partnership to pilot Michelob ULTRA cans made from low-carbon aluminium, 30% fewer carbon emisdions per can. Image by: Anheuser-Busch.
November 17, 2020

Sustainable Low Carbon Can – New York, United States

Low carbon beer cans.

by maaknu

Entertainment

Sint Nicholas. Het Apeldoorn Sinterklaasjournaal - image source: Sint In Apeldoorn & Tim Koldenhof Producties & Events.
November 24, 2020

A Drive-Thru To Meet Saint Nicholas – Apeldoorn, The Netherlands

This year we suddenly had to totally change the way we used to live and celebrate things, including the...

by maaknu
To introduce: "Light For The World" by Sisters of Poor Clares, Arundel, UK. Image by: Chris O’Donovan/The Observer.
October 26, 2020

Light For The World – Arundel, United Kingdom

We are sisters, who share prayer, work, laughter and struggles, and live according to the Form of Life

by maaknu
October 22, 2020

Bubble Concert – Oklahoma, United States

The COVID-19 pandemic keeps many venues shuttered around the world. The situation has forced bands, venues, promoters, and fans...

by maaknu
To introduce: musician and composer Nursalim Yadi Anugerah of West Kalimantan. Image by Nursalim Yadi Anugerah.
September 25, 2020

Music Of West Kalimantan – Pontianak, Indonesia

“Tradition is something that is passed down through the generations and ties people together.

by maaknu

Fashion & Textile

June 23, 2024

Inspiring Sustainable Fashion & Style Quotes

Coco Chanel. Source of image: Vogue Fashion is a never ending story. It is a dynamic world and fast...

by maaknu
June 18, 2024

A Bright Era of Upcycling in Fashion

A total look from Ellen Hodakova Larsson’s collection. Image source: Ellen Hodakova Larsson’s IG account @hoda_kova Fashion mass production...

by maaknu
August 19, 2021

The Rising of Refugee Artisans

When refugees flee their home countries for a better life in a new land, they only bring memory, hope,...

by maaknu
February 12, 2021

70 Years of the Art of Printmaking – Helsinski, Finland

“We want to taste the authentic flavor of life, thus finding joy and intensity for each day,” – Marimekko.

by maaknu

Food

Malaysian artist, designer, and painter named Syarifah Nadhirah, published an illustrated book featuring edible plants in the forest of Peninsular Malaysia. Image by Syarifah Nadhirah.
January 14, 2021

Exploring The Jungles With Syarifah – Peninsular Malaysia

Reconnecting with the past, the tradition, the plants, the forest, the indigenous community, and the sustainable life

by maaknu
November 5, 2020

MUJI Soy Meat Range – Tokyo, Japan

The world population will reach 10 billion by 2050 and there’s a growing awareness that meat product is a...

by maaknu
September 24, 2020

Mission Bo.Lan – Bangkok, Thailand

We need to work out how we can survive by supporting the farmers that we have and move away...

by maaknu
September 1, 2020

Nestlé Plant Based Tuna – Lausane, Switzerland

Unlocking the power of food to enhance the quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come.

by maaknu

Learning

October 12, 2020

The IKEA Virtual Greenhouse Around The World

The pandemic has given us a reason and a chance – to reset, reflect upon, and re-evaluate what’s important...

by maaknu
July 8, 2020

Jam Skating – Berlin, Germany

LEARNING. Jam skating is a dance on roller skate. Born in Europe in the eighteenth century as transportation, recreation,...

by maaknu
July 7, 2020

Painting With Light And Color – Berkeley, United States.

LEARNING. Behind the scene of The Dam Keeper animation movie and learn from the creators.

by maaknu
July 4, 2020

i-D Summer School – London, United Kingdom

LEARNING. Online school with i-D. Learn It and Pass It On.

by maaknu

Technology

Three students of University of Indonesia (left to right) Ajeng Riski Anugrah, Nandhika Prayoga, and Grace Elizabeth Kristiani - developed the a prototype application, called Muter, an abbreviation of Teman Tuli Teman Dengar, as a solution for the deaf people who have problems in noticing the train stops during a train journey. Image of Fakultas Ilmu Arministrasi in University of Indonesia (UI).
January 7, 2021

Muter Team For The Deaf – Jakarta, Indonesia

For Teman Tuli and Teman Dengar during a train journey in Indonesia.

by maaknu
Light becomes data by pureLiFi. Their evaluation kits (EVK) are suited to manufacturers of lighting, mobile devices and connected "things" too. Image by: pureLiFi as posted in Herarld Scotland Business.
December 2, 2020

Light Is Here, Shall We LiFi? – Edinburgh, Scotland, UK

How about LED lights for a secure, reliable, high-speed communication networks?

by maaknu
Truepic Vision App illustrations. All images by © Truepic 2020
November 19, 2020

Authenticating Visual Content – California, United States

With this app, we are able to identify fake images.

by maaknu
Strap Tech device for blinds - Austin - Image of Strap Tech.
November 15, 2020

Strap Technologies For The Blinds – Austin, United States

Imagine living in a world where independence and autonomy is returned tobthose who are blind and visually impaired.

by maaknu

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