Pushing Design: New Art, its Kanye's cover

He does it again! I just love how Kanye West is so creative and artsy I had to post his latest project here. Pushing the boundaries of art and design, Kanye is inspiring the use of advanced technology on the new cover of Complex magazine with the help of videographer and photographer Chris Milk. A project that's about the futuristic creation of the Complex April/May cover photo shoot using CGI (Computer-generated Imagery), by creating a photograph from a facial scan that gathers data from a camera that revolves around an object. A computer then brings the images together to create an eerie detailed 2D photograph. Cool!!!

Watch this cool video to see behind the scenes. Click here

* Complex Magazine is a Men's lifestyle/style magazine

The Chalayan Retrospective

Something very big is happening at the Design Museum in London that has taken people into a frenzy. A midst of crowds are lined up to see what is the forefront of contemporary fashion design. Twice named "British Designer of the Year" Hussein Chalayan shows his first comprehensive presentation of his works in the UK, spanning fifteen years of experimental projects.

Renowned for his innovativaty and creative approach with his different uses of materials, meticulous pattern cutting, philosophy, and a progressive stance in leading fashion with the use of new technology. The Central St. Martins graduate has taken fashion in a different approach.

His exhibits includes "Airborne" the latest LED technology addition to fashion design, with over 15,000 flickering LED lights on a dress comprising of Swarovski crystals. "Airmail" a dress that could be folded into an airmail letter and posted. "Afterwords" exploring the notion of wearable portable architecture in which furniture literally transformes itself into garments. "Before Minus Now" a dress made out of materials used in aircraft construction which changes shape by remote control, and many more.

To watch a video click

Open at the Design Museum in London UK until May 17.



via the Design Museum, Wallpaper

Mercedes in Motor Sports 2025

Yahooo!! I can see myself whizzing away in this (just imagining!)..Hello eco-friendly Mercedes!!

Recently Mercedes-Benz Advanced Design Center of North America revealed images of this Formula Zero..tomorrows look into the next way of racing..Environmentally friendly! Taking its main elements from the thrill of Formula One cars, the grace and efficiency of yachts, and the track dynamics of bobsleds.

This zero-emissions racer is designed to extract the maximum force from the electric motor powered by renewable resources, with a high-tech wind catching sail, and an aero-efficient solar skin..The future of racing won't just be on the speed of the car, but also on how energy-efficient they are.

Touch your Ego

The Ego for Bentley notebook has launched! As a result of the partnership between the car manufacturer and Ego Lifestyle. The Ego for Bentley notebook features a 64-bit processor, a 160Gb Hard drive and comes with the Microsoft Vista operating system. It also comes with an integrated handle that removes the need for a bag or case.


From the Bentley Press:
Bentley is pleased to announce an exclusive partnership between Ego Lifestyle and Bentley Motors resulting in a limited edition luxury notebook, known as ‘Ego for Bentley’. No more than 250 pieces will be retailed globally in high-end stores from autumn 2008. Since 2003 Ego Lifestyle has been crafting the world’s most desirable luxury notebooks with the same unmistakable values that define every Bentley – breathtaking performance, handcrafted luxury and refinement, bespoke design and dedication to absolute quality. A sophisticated blend of form and function, this special Limited Edition reflects the individuality and discerning style of both car and driver – the ultimate partner for the perfect drive.

A lot of the unique Bentley details can be found in the bespoke Ego for Bentley notebook, hand-built, same colors, same finishes etc. of the luxury car could be found.

The Ego for Bentley price is around £10,000 / €12,500 / USD19,800.

Check it out..
Ego for Bentley

Problems to Solutions

Weird Solutions that hmm.. u might find it interestingly useful or not..These are made by Mimuun, a company that creates designs inspired by familiar objects and issues, and encourages people to think about the good of humanity.

1. Universal Toilet - a concept curving toilet, that allows wheelchair users and anyone else to slide forward directly onto the toilet. A separate chest board in-front of the sink is provided to lean in against instability.

2. Plug - when small ideas change life's habits, its a decorative plug as reminder to not waste, to save energy and safety. One of the easiest ways to prevent global warming is by removing unused plugs.

3. Measuring Towel -a more playful contra-concept of our digital world. To those of you who likes to measure yourselves after you have taken a shower and in hopes to bring self-confidence. A weird product.. Though I might not want to own one :/

4. T-Shirt - For pregnant women, made out of extra elastic material..As the belly grows bigger, the special symbol grows bigger too! A weird indication of the actual size of the baby.

5. Thermometer Light - When the light is turned on, it gives off heat. The hotter the light gets, the higher the red line goes up. The light of the the lamp turns red gradually. A symbol to think about global warming too.