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Stoa is a chess set designed to be minimal without distracting from the character of each piece. While many minimal sets abstract forms to the point of obscuring them, Stoa preserves recognizability and focus. Crafted from recycled aluminum with a glass bead blasted finish, each piece is weighted for optimal balance, offering a precise, tactile, and premium experience, equally suited as a display piece in refined architectural settings or for immersive gameplay.
Continue readingProject Xylo reimagines midi interaction through a gamified, social platform for music making. Accessible to all skill levels, it simplifies beat creation with harmonic and tempo sync. Swappable cartridges and snap together devices support collaboration, while a retro, modular design enhances usability and style. Project Xylo is a series of portable midi devices designed for everyday music creation, offered in three sizes: sample, pocket, and midi.
Continue readingHeat Back III is a down jacket designed for children who take part in snow and ice sports. The outer fabric carries a metal aluminium heat back layer that reflects body heat radiation and reduces heat loss. A nano-silk powder cenosphere layer expands when heated and locks in still air for added insulation. The pattern applied to the heat back layer supports breathability. Protective glasses shield the eyes from wind and from light reflected by snow. A detachable front pocket with shoulder straps converts into a separate messenger bag.
Continue readingTopsy is a convertible seat designed for children. Reversible base planks allow Topsy to change between two modes. With the curved side facing up, the seat works as a rocking horse. When the planks are inverted, the seat becomes stable for reading or resting. A detachable grab handle suits both modes. The frame is made of European beech wood and finished with water based paint, hand sanded for a smooth surface. Safety details include a fifteen degree rocking angle, a rocking lock and a widened four point support base.
Continue readingEyero Star is a smart outdoor exploration device for children. The star shaped body measures 60 by 60 by 25 millimeters and is made of durable ABS plastic with rounded edges and a smooth surface. A photo taken with the front camera is identified by the internal artificial intelligence, which gives a spoken explanation. Spoken questions are also answered, and a companion application turns photos into personalized stories. An LED energy bar shows time spent outdoors, and gamified challenges invite closer observation.
Continue readingDirty Dog is a plush toy collection created for companionship and emotional comfort. The collection includes four plush dogs with distinct personalities, united by a consistent design language and color scheme. Small sizes work as portable collectibles, large sizes are made for hugging, and jumbo sizes serve as body pillows for resting. Each plush dog is made from blended plush in varying pile lengths for a layered texture. The surface smudges are applied by hand with pigment powder and an airbrush, turning marks of mud and grass into signs of play and adventure.
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