Hair Clip Pen

Saw this at a pasar malam (night market). And why would this be a good idea? Undo your hair to write something???

Ventura and Braun Digital Watches

When I first saw this, I though the design was sweet. Then I discover that it was bastardized from a Ventura original that Braun had OEM in hopes of reviving its brand. It's a dangerous act. One, it can made Braun look desperate and second best. You can see that the original design had better ergonomic sense: it's surface is angled for a better viewing angle. This so-called BN-10 model can still work even without the ergonomics, only if it's flatter surface is small enuf to fit on the wrist. The original Ventura design (the V-tec Delta) also tries to break the flat surface symmetry of both the watch and wrist. For me, the design does work.

Man-made Oyster

Man has learnt to imitate the natural process in which an oyster shell gets its psychedelic sheen. It begs to wonder what other natural surfaces the same technique can be used to 'grow'. Perhaps naturally on sides of buildings, rocks, etc. Gemstones next? (Pix: Real Mother of Pearl (left); man-grown specimen) Original news from Gizmag.

Combination Guns and Knifes

While researching for a new handphone cover, I came across these. An anti-stabbing knife, a 3-in-1 personal weapon, a knife and blow pipe, and some compact tools. Makes you wonder about being compact/effective that packs a punch....kinda like a Jet Li. (seen at slipperybrick.com)

iPhone Coffee Table

At first looks, not terribly innovative. But this coffee table uses popular iPhone icons as coasters.

More here. Creative Coffee Tables

Viking Ship Bed

What a lovely thing this is, whether indoors or out.
Certainly to promote sweet dreams.

For more modern beds, check out:Modern Beds

Bar Desk

I built this from recycled materials. It is a bar counter and designed to replace a normal desk in the office, for folks who prefer to stand when working at their desk. It will help reduce risk of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis and other health concerns associated with sedentary office work.

I learnt this from an Ericsson project secretary in Stockholm in the late 90s.

The table consists of a recycled kitchen tabletop bolted to hollow tubes of clear acrylic. Artificial flowers have been placed inside to add beauty. Other things of choice may be placed inside, turning a normal office table into a changeable art object. The table top can be repapered to a design of choice.

The full story here: Bar Top Table