Wednesday, 30 November 2011

Empire Cycles




These are some unique bikes, in that the frames have been sandcasted from aerospace grade aluminium, rather than the conventional welding tubing technique. I'm currently researching further into the abilities of sandcasting and the possibilities that can arise from this process.
Source: http://www.empire-cycles.com/

Sunday, 27 November 2011

TV Sofa


This could be easily adapted into a bed with a tv/entertainment system etc. It could also be made to change from a sofa into a bed, using a motorised system similar to hospital beds.

Source: http://weburbanist.com/2008/07/26/clever-living-room-furniture-couches-sofascoffee-tables/?ref=search

Car Desks


I love these desks because they have so much character, being made from actual car parts. I don't know if these cars were recycled into desks or purposefully made into them, but recycling obscure objects and finding a functional application for them in a room can be a good way of adding a bit of excitement and originality.

Source: http://www.thrillist.com/links/94085

Folding Beds


I love this design, as the bed is the largest piece of furniture in my room, so being able to fold it into the wardrobe like this would be a very efficient way of saving floor space when the bed is not in use.

Source: http://www.interiordesignpro.org/news/beryn-hammil-beryn-hammil-designs-san-francisco-california/resources-we-love-the-murphy-bed

Transforming Furniture into Furniture




This piece is a great way of recycling old furniture, 'transforming' it into new furniture.
Source: http://greencoloredglasses.ca/transforming-furniture-into-furniture/

Saturday, 26 November 2011

Hanging wall piece to chair


Source: http://weburbanist.com/2008/02/24/10-more-pieces-of-clever-transforming-furniture-from-tetris-tables-to-rooms-in-a-box/

Sofa-bunkbed

The theme for my current project is Transformation, and I have to redesign my bedroom with this theme in mind, therefore this product would be a great way of incorporating Transformation into my design. It would allow me to change the use of space from relaxation/sleeping to socialising.
Source: http://www.geekologie.com/2009/11/pillow_fight_couch_transforms.php

Cardboard Laptop Stand

This is great, its a cheap and easy alternative to splashing out on a laptop stand. This design could be applied to plywood or brushed aluminium to make a slightly more visually appealing piece. This original, however, is functionally perfect, and has endless possibilities for an enhanced aesthetic quality.
Source: http://www.musicradar.com/news/tech/how-to-make-a-diy-cardboard-laptop-stand-184047

Bulldog Clip Cable Tidy

This is a really great, simple way of making cables instantly accessible on the desk top. Its cheap and is a good way of keeping the cables tidy when they're not plugged into the laptop or another technological appliance.
Source: http://moosedef.blogspot.com/2010/05/sorry.html