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The clock has come a long way since the sun dial, and designer Marko Vuckovic thinks it should go a little bit further.  The 3 hands on the traditional analog clock are stayed and redundant to Vuckovic, who looks to planetary orbits for clock inspiration.  His version of the clock conceals all numbers unnecessary in [...]

Designer Igor Chak created a couch concept that’s out of this world. This pixal-perfect sofa bears a close resemblance to the graphics from Space Invaders, the classic video game from Tomohiro Nishikado. It doesn’t look exactly like the evil aliens from the game, but the small square eyes and wing-like legs are a good approximation. That [...]

Hurricane Irene’s cooldown just spared New Yorkers from a devastating disaster. However, the threat of catastrophic cyclones is very real to much of the US. While hurricane shelters are often spare and ugly, in St. Petersburg, citizens can hide in the beautiful new Salvador Dali museum. Filled with unbelievable, swirling staircases and billowing glass walls, [...]

Will Smith has it all. Tons of money, a beautiful and successful wife, even a world famous son. He also has a gorgeous home that accentuates the luscious scenery that surrounds it. Featuring beautiful, organic shapes and seating areas that are wide open to the world, the Smith residence is a lesson in subtle sophistication. [...]

Furniture design expresses our struggle against gravity. The legs of tables and chairs often look beautiful, but they aren’t just there for aesthetics. They’re there because we need them to be, in order to keep gravity from pulling our seats and tabletops to the ground. While gravity is a constant force, many designs make it appear as through it’s [...]

Designer Colin Selig created a series of benches out of propane tanks. The results are pretty impressive, especially considering the rusty, dirty state of the source material. The utilitarian curves of the tank are expertly integrated into the final design. Via Core77, here’s some further explanation from the designer: In terms of function, I wanted this [...]

Not sure how practical it is, but I love the unique design of this Frii bike by Dror Peleg. Perfect for kids, or for bikers who want to turn heads. Another bonus: It’s made from recycled plastic. I’m concerned that plastic isn’t sturdy enough for heavy riding. However, it allows for a collection of shapes and [...]

Sofas are often the center of our homes. They’re the first place to go after a hard days work. They’re a temporary bed for our tired guests. They dominate rooms, and tie them together. When decorating your home, a change in sofas can create a profound change in scenery. Here at StyleFactory, we have an [...]

The sink is a simple concept, but you wouldn’t realize it from looking at most bathrooms. Sinks are often a mishmash of disparate elements, with straight metal faucets that clash with round porcelain sinks. This Eaux Eaux by Joel Roberts bucks this trend. While it of course contains the normal fixtures, its smooth, simple shape disguises inconsistencies. I [...]

Maximo Riera is a true animal lover. While many of us “animal lovers” merely appreciate a quality kitten video, Riera designs creative, intricate pieces the represent large animals. We covered his Octopus Chair before, and today we’re going to show you the other two more members of his Animal Collection. We’re only bringing you the [...]