Sanyo ultra-bath circa 1970.
Looking back. What you get when you cross Sanjo ultrasonic bath, the 1970 World Expo, and Barbarella. via boingboing [PR]
Crossing Atlantic in pedal-powered sub.
A propeller that swims by itself evolves into pedal-powered submarine. via boingboing [PR]
Caillou boats.
Beautiful handcrafted kayaks.
Specifications:
LOA: 17.5 feet
Beam: 41 inches
Draft: 6 inches w/dagger board up
Weight: 100 pounds standard
Sail area: 27 square feet
Seats: 2
Producer: Caillou
Retailer: Clearly First — Louis Boston — 20ltd
Concrete humidifier.
No more dry, empty bowls on your radiators. Here is a container that holds water and senses when the water is gone.
Enter the concrete humidifier. Maybe an alert when the humidifier is empty is next. via yanko design
Designer: Sang Jang Lee
Pioneer pavilion. NYC.
Ben van Berkel of the Amsterdam- based practice UNStudio, has been selected to design a 5,000 sq ft pavilion in NYC to mark the occasion of the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson’s arrival in New York Harbor.
To be permanently installed by September at Battery Park in Lower Manhattan, (more…)
Modern water fountains.
Some water fountains are really people magnets. Observing human interaction, the kinetic creativity of the Jaume Plensas fountain in Chicago the past three years has inspired this post.
( above ) designer, jaume plensas, chicago, USA. water and digital video.
( above ) designer, armand vallancourt, san francisco USA. concrete tubing.
( above ) fountain clock, kanazawa JP. fountain clock.
( above ) designer, unknown, location unknown. the waterboard, not exactly a fountain.
( above ) designer, lotta hannerz, paris, FR. water mobile venus.
( above ) designer, unknown, seattle US. variable pressure fountain.
( above ) designer, unknown, zacatecas MX. a fountain inside a silver mine.
( above ) designer, william pye, sunderland UK. water vortex.
Is there a difference between an older, more traditional fountain vs modern? Do you have a favorite you frequent or fond memories of one?
10 water resistant – proof shoes.
Refinery29 uncovered some exceptional footwear styles for guys that use fabric and water-proof treatments in a modern, fashionable way. ( above, from left ) Acne for Tretorn Stroll High Sneakers (rubber galosh sole, water-resistant upper), $240;
( above, from left )Gram 383g Softshell Sneakers (rubber sole, waterproof upper, micro fleece lining), $130.
To see all 10, go to Refinery29.
Middle colors humidifier.
For many of our readers, winter is just around the corner. And that may mean it’s time to trade the A/C unit for a humidifier. Here is a cute one.
Designed by Takashi Hiroshi Tsuboi, the tear-drop shaped humidifier is ultrasonic and can produce moisture for up to ten consecutive hours. If you speak Japanese or knows someone who does you are in luck as they aren’t yet available in the U.S. But it would make a great gift for someone you really care about, and you too!
Designer: Takashi Hiroshi Tsuboi
Producer: Middle Colors
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Dyno shower.
What is this? An electric toothbrush on a stand? Darn, the title gives this product away. It is the Dyno outdoor shower by MyYour.
The Dyno designer shower is totally waterproof and UV-ray resistant and will stay looking new for years. It’s made from self-colored polyethylene, which is strengthened inside, and Dyno is available in a rainbow of different colors. The water taps are in chromed brass with ABS parts to avoid overheating in the sun. The showerhead features silicone nozzles to avoid limestone buildup and the handles are chromed metal. Very playful. Very cool. Very hot!
Designer: Allesandro Morello
Producer: MyYour
Don't trash. Make art.
Just about the time we should be thinking about 86ing our plastic bottled water habits we have a bottle story. We came across this art and artist via trespluscool The artist is Martine Camillieri, a french artist who works with colorful plastics. Trying to think of an adequate bumper sticker here. —No to trash. Make art!— You get the idea, help us out here.
see our post 21st century waterfall