Thursday, April 24, 2014
Futuristic Kodigy Watch with Hexagonal Watch Face
This new Kodigy watch concept features hexagonal watch face and displays the time to you according to your choice: Code -by default- a simple alíen key, it is based on the known sequence 5-9-12 or if you prefer with digits. KODIGY changes the color of displays from dark -AM- to -PM- clear, it may also indicate the date or warn if you wish, with an alarm. Reading order is the same for numbers and code, its interpretation is explained in animation below. Different technological solutions can be used: LCD, TFT… according to energy savings intended, as well as different finishes and materials.
Designer : José Manuel Otero for [Tokyoflash]
The potential for the development KODIGY is very high: animations, colors and other more advanced features including touch technology can evolve it to a smart watch. Stand out among other features, the originality in arrangement of the display follows a pattern of hexagonal mesh, sleek style, readability. This simple and technological appearance appeals to a wide variety of public among which we can mention those who are interested in wearing unique pieces that go beyond the purpose for which they are designed, SciFi enthusiasts, interested in fashion and new trends, interested in new technologies, lifestyle. It’s a universal watch for both men and women.
Tuvie has received “Kodigy Watch” project from our ‘Submit A Design‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their design/concept for publication.
Futuristic Kodigy Watch with Hexagonal Watch Face is originally posted on Tuvie
Flexi-Bike With Rotating Frame Allows You to Change Your Riding Posture
Flexi-Bike, just like it’s name suggests, it’s a flexible bicycle with rotating frame that allows its rider to change its shape. By changing its shape, it means rider would have to change his/her riding posture as well, it is an ideal bike for people who love diverse biking experiences using a single bike.
Within the frame, there are 3 circular rotating joints that you can use to adjust the shape of the bike, it will dramatically change your posture when you ride the bike on any terrain. The LED display attached to the handlebar is very handy to provide you with essential information such as bike’s speed, calories burnt, or distance traveled so far.
Designer : Yoon Hoon
Flexi-Bike With Rotating Frame Allows You to Change Your Riding Posture is originally posted on Tuvie
Shuairan 35m Sail Yacht Is A Combination of A Motor Yacht and A Sailing Yacht
Shuairan 35m Sail Yacht blends the technology of a motor yacht with the world of sailing yachts. This concept yacht wants to give you the benefits of both worlds, 2 types of boats, 2 ways to navigate, combine 2 philosophies which often work in opposite way.
The exterior boasts sleek lines with a hull by the high-bulwark and large windows. The deck house is characterized by complex shape and aerodynamic profile. At the stern, there’s a configuration of sofas lounge as you can find on motor yachts, but with two consoles for instruments next to the two rudders. Forward to the rudders, there’s an area of the external dinette, removable if necessary, to leave more freedom to maneuvering the event of the regatta.
The deckhouse, as mentioned, has sculptural forms, yet still provides aerodynamic characteristic. The inspiration came from observation of the fish and their gills. At the bow of the deckhouse, there’s a sunning area with sofa and sun bed and even this can be dismantled, in the event of boat race.
Designer : Pannone Architetti
Shuairan 35m Sail Yacht concept also wants to put the attention to the relationship between color and form. The research to find the right color and the combinations has dramatically enhanced the shapes of the project, it was one of the basis of this yacht design.
As for the interior, there’s a small dining area under the deckhouse. At the stern, there are two crew cabins for the crews and one for the captain, kitchen, and technical area. For guests, this yacht has 3 cabins with bathrooms while the master cabin is located forward with full beam bathroom.
Shuairan 35m Sail Yacht is a project that aims to satisfy the most demanding owners, who go in search of unique projects in design, comfort and safety. It aims to become a union in search of balance between comfort and aesthetics. In this project, of course, the relationship between interior and exterior décor is crucial. The elegance is the main road that characterizes the project. The welfare board features natural materials, shapes, sound perception, stability of the boat, spaces and pathways, the colors and the relationship between light and shade.
Even the night lighting has been designed to emphasize the most of the sculptural forms of the exterior. This yacht has indirect lighting, adjustable in all areas of the yacht.
Overall length: 34.50 meters
Width: 7.34 meters
Guest cabins: 4 Bathrooms: 4
Crew Cabins: 3 Bathrooms: 2
Tuvie has received “Shuairan 35m Sail Yacht” project from our ‘Submit A Design‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their design/concept for publication.
Shuairan 35m Sail Yacht Is A Combination of A Motor Yacht and A Sailing Yacht is originally posted on Tuvie
GIPES Institute by NBJ Architects
NBJ Architectes have completed the interior renovation of GIPES, the Institut de Formation des Professionnels de la Santé in Avignon, France.
Project description
The project is an interior renovation of an existing building and seeks to establish a coherent whole operation by adapting the program to the needs and uses of new users. The intervention is essentially a reorganization of interior spaces, limiting interventions on buildings and ensuring optimization of quality and comfort of use. The general principles of circulation of the old building are maintained and adapted to the standards required by the change of destination.
To provide a spatial quality and attractiveness to the central atrium, the “hanging boxes” are deposited along the passageways in level 1 and level 2. They are spaces of conviviality and collaboration between students, teachers, and administration. The staggered views offers a real centrality to what was previously a simple empty. These entities are involved in both the formation of identity and its new usability.
The Building takes place on the site “Agroparc Avignon”, near the University and student services, including the University Restaurant. The building is involved in the operation is an office building in level 3 previously occupied by services of the Regional Directorate of France Telecom.
The rehabilitation project intends to give an overall consistency in building operation by adapting the program to the needs and uses of new users.
The work involves a reorganization of interior spaces, limiting interventions on buildings and ensuring optimization of quality and comfort of use. The exterior of the building has been preserved, only a fire escape is added on the “pinion” fronts to meet safety standards. In addition, the work was to compliance the building both in terms of standards with disabilities (physical, visual, auditory) and technical standards.The building is divided into three distinct parts, a linear part Northwest, South-eastern part of curved shape, and a south-western part of triangular shape. It has an area of 6830 square meters. The main entrance is located on the north-western part. A curtain wall curved back cover acts. The Southeast side welcomes an atrium in the center of the entire height of the building, and is lit by skylights in the roof. These areas feature classrooms. The southwestern part extends mainly ground floor, only certain technical areas are level 1.
The general principles of circulation of the old building are preserved and adapted to the standards required by the change of destination.
To provide a spatial quality and attractiveness to the central atrium, the “hanging boxes” are deposited along the passageways in level 1 and level 2. They are spaces of conviviality and collaboration between students, teachers, and administration. The staggered views of space offers a real centrality to what was previously a single empty.
A new visible signage, efficient and attractive joins the establishment. Inside the building, there is a hierarchical development allowing the information to be transmitted to users, from home to various premises, services or entities. Each level is indicated by a different color from yellow to purple. A specific typeface is applied to all directions of the building.
The existing building has in its composition a strong horizontal and dominant façade which is voiced by headbands windows, horizontal sun and breezes. These horizontal lines are directly integrated in the project through the front design of the fire escape added at the end of the north-western part. It was the only added element and changing facades. Which appeared first as a constraint was a major rewrite of the project asset. This is thanks to a game of transparency, this relatively flat facade was put into perspective by working on the colors of the adjacent rooms. And a set thickness and depth were made to transform the image of the building without changing the existing facades. These entities and specific devices involved in both the formation of identity, but also the usability of the newly found place.
Architects: NBJ Architectes – Elodie Nourrigat, Jacques Brion and Romain Jamot
Photography by Paul Kozlowski ©photoarchitecture