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Nau is back.

September 9th, 2008 by PRand | 6 Comments

Nau is back.

On May 2, 2008, Nau announced that it was closing shop. The reason? They could not get financing to continue operations. If you don’t know who Nau is, they’re a uniquely new business—selling eco-friendly clothes with a unique business model: brick and mortar stores that displayed examples of their product but the purchases were online.
Ironically [...]

Tags: Objects · Overheard · Producer · Retailer


Puma. Endangered species.

September 5th, 2008 by PM | No Comments

Puma. Endangered species.

We are alerted: World Animal Day is October 4. This post celebrates environment, design, fashion, and animals used in marketing efforts.
Here we feature a collaboration between Puma and Atmos NY, which consists of three pairs of Puma models inspired by three endangered polar animals: the Harp Seal, Macaroni Penguin and Polar Bear. Each sneaker [...]

Tags: Artist · Consumer products · Gift idea · Objects · Producer · Retailer


Home. Maintenance. Safety.

April 7th, 2008 by PRand | No Comments

Home. Maintenance. Safety.

Worried about space? The Dyson DP24 is for you. This version of the top-shelf Ball, measures only 29.6 inches tall and weighs 11.6 pounds. And its sucks the color off the carpet. Visit Dyson DP24
Home Depot was surprised by the fire-safety statistics. Their new design lab creates Home Hero. The goal was to create a [...]

Tags: Designer · Gift idea · New · Producer · Retailer


Charlybox.

March 3rd, 2008 by PM | No Comments

Charlybox.

Much like a canteen for campers, this simple design is a compact carrier for your pet’s food and water. Made of two halves, the Charlybox includes a two-liter canteen for fresh water, and two bowls for water and kibble.
Great gift for a pet owner. Or treat yourself if you are an outdoors type person.
Via Design [...]

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