One of the largest barriers to plastic recycling is proper separation by type. If you're trying to recycle polyethylene or polypropylene, and you throw some PVC into the mix, it contaminates the batch and makes the whole thing unrecyclable. In countries with disciplined consumers, like South Korea or Japan, you'll see...
BMW’s No-Helmet-Needed Electric Scooter Concept
For those accustomed to four-wheeled vehicles, what is the biggest barrier to entry for motorized two-wheel transport? BMW Motorrad, the carmaker's motorcycle division, reckons it's the hassle of safety gear. They've thus unveiled this Vision CE concept, an electric scooter designed for "the elimination of the need for a...
From Imperfection to Innovation: How Digital Materials Support Sustainable Design
This post is presented by the K-Show, the world's No.1 trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry. Visionary developments and groundbreaking innovations will again lead the industry into new dimensions at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Chris Lefteri: Nicolas, before we dive in, tell us a bit about yourself and...
Does your design studio need (better) company values?
The phrase “company values” brings many creatives out in a cold sweat. It conjures up the most excruciating parts of corporate culture – a world of forced-fun team building exercises and training sessions like that one in The Office. But studies show that companies who create meaningful values, and commit to...
10 Best Lightweight Camping Gear That Won’t Weigh You Down
Every serious camper knows the struggle. You want all the right gear, but your pack feels like you’re hauling rocks up a mountain. The good news is that we’ve moved way past the days when going light meant going without. Today’s ultralight gear proves you can have your cake and eat it too, delivering real...
Polar Loop Minimalist Fitness Tracker Promises No Screens, No Distractions
Wearable fatigue is real, and it’s affecting more people than the tech industry wants to admit these days. Between smartwatch notifications, fitness tracker buzzes, and the constant urge to check your step count or heart rate, our wrists have become another source of digital distraction rather than helpful health...
hyundai’s concept three EV glows with lemon-tinted glass and parametric pixels
Concept THREE Marks Hyundai’s Comeback to Europe Hyundai Motor returns to Europe’s largest mobility event after a four-year absence with the unveiling of Concept THREE, a compact electric vehicle (EV) concept under its IONIQ sub-brand, at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich. The debut signals Hyundai’s entry into...
ladders turn into circular framework for climbing amphitheater in rural chinese town
Climbing Amphitheater reimagines ladders as rural architecture In Suqian, Jiangsu Province, China, Aiyuan Town is defined by its centuries-old pear orchards, where ladders are central to seasonal harvesting. Each spring, villagers carry these tools into the fields to collect fruit, a tradition passed down through...
gustaf westman launches debut tableware series with IKEA, celebrating everyday joy
gustaf westman and IKEA unveil playful tableware collection Known for his playful approach to everyday objects, Swedish designer Gustaf Westman collaborates with IKEA to launch a vibrant 12-piece collection of tableware and home accessories. Building on his first unveiled piece, the ‘throne’ for the Swedish...
Pelvis chair concept brings ergonomic and organic design to your space
Furniture design is always evolving, and new concepts continue to push the boundaries of creativity and comfort. The Pelvis Chair concept, designed by Mingyu Seo and Eojin Jeon, is an exciting example of this movement. While it is not yet available for purchase, this chair is already catching the eye of design...