Here’s what we looked at this week:
Alternative form factors: Non-wrist-based watches by the Dakota Watch Company.
The Hydra, by industrial design firm Diwiz, is a modern, three-application design for a drinking fountain.
The Migo Ascender, a stair-climbing robot vacuum, has racked up $1.6 million and counting on Kickstarter.
Industrial Facility’s surprising Radice chairs & stools feature one leg less.
Designed for #vanlife, the Tetravan Folding Shower offers a full-height shower experience and disappears when not in use, saving valuable space.
Challenging Industrial Design student work: An all-gender urinal.
Genesis unveiled their Neolun, an electric full-size SUV concept developed with a “reductive design” philosophy.
Collet fans: a clever, low-tech solution for clearing chips while CNC milling.
Industrial Design case study: ID firm Spanner revamps Yo-Kai Express’ 24-hour hot meal vending machines.