http://picocool.com The daily pulse of cool. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:42:48 -0400 en http://picocool.com/architecture/twin-houses-by-predock-frane-1/ http://picocool.com/architecture/twin-houses-by-predock-frane-1/ Fri, 19 Mar 2010 03:42:48 -0400 Flodeau architecture http://picocool.com/architecture/twin-houses-by-predock-frane-1/

This project is located in the Palisades, a hilly region between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Monica Mountains within an existing 1950's housing development. The project consists of two twin houses sited adjacent to each other on a steep slope above a seasonal watershed.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/mr--klein-promises-to-wash-your-undies-in-an-eco-f/ http://picocool.com/design/mr--klein-promises-to-wash-your-undies-in-an-eco-f/ Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:38:47 -0400 sara design http://picocool.com/design/mr--klein-promises-to-wash-your-undies-in-an-eco-f/

User-friendly product that's eco-friendly is always welcome. Right? Here's an exemplar. You'll just love it! Designed by Yoon Kisang, the "Underwear washing machine" is specifically designed to wash you undies that too in an eco-friendly way. It uses the water, filters the water, uses that water again! The eco-chic washer reuses the water to clean your undergarments which the conventional washers don't. Easy to carry from one room to another this lil' washer helps you contribute in lowering down the water consumption. Did I tell you that the designer named it "Mr. Klein"?

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/architecture/floating-bungalow-by-bestor-architecture/ http://picocool.com/architecture/floating-bungalow-by-bestor-architecture/ Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:49:59 -0400 Flodeau architecture http://picocool.com/architecture/floating-bungalow-by-bestor-architecture/

A small open plan bungalow near the ocean in Venice, California.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/small-kitchen/ http://picocool.com/design/small-kitchen/ Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:06:11 -0400 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/small-kitchen/

It's ideal to have a big space to decorate your kitchen, but what to do if you just have a small place?

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/loft-in-former-bakery/ http://picocool.com/design/loft-in-former-bakery/ Mon, 15 Mar 2010 10:01:10 -0400 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/loft-in-former-bakery/

loft conversion of a former bakery just off brixton hill. with dramatic triple volume height providing a very light and flexible lateral space that flows seamlessly from area to area. many original features, like cast iron radiators, original porcelain brickwork, old de-commissioned lift and exposed wooden beams.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/web/custom-chocolate-bars-you-design-online/ http://picocool.com/web/custom-chocolate-bars-you-design-online/ Sun, 14 Mar 2010 13:15:13 -0400 laurasweet web http://picocool.com/web/custom-chocolate-bars-you-design-online/

Like Chocolate? Like it your own way? Then check out Chocri, where you design your own custom Belgium chocolate bars, with over 100 options, and they ship them right to your door!

4 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/technology/panic-status-board/ http://picocool.com/technology/panic-status-board/ Sat, 13 Mar 2010 08:31:13 -0500 baruag technology http://picocool.com/technology/panic-status-board/

The guys at Panic (the guys who make some simple but awesome Mac apps) built themselves a 'status board' in their office to keep track of projects that they are working on and of course, just for fun!

5 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/art/creative-illustrations-by-daniel-conway/ http://picocool.com/art/creative-illustrations-by-daniel-conway/ Fri, 12 Mar 2010 16:28:05 -0500 phogph art http://picocool.com/art/creative-illustrations-by-daniel-conway/

Creative Illustrations by 26 years old Daniel Conway, talented illustrator, based in Sweden.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/art/fashion-photography-by-pierpaolo-ferrari/ http://picocool.com/art/fashion-photography-by-pierpaolo-ferrari/ Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:21:01 -0500 phogph art http://picocool.com/art/fashion-photography-by-pierpaolo-ferrari/

Pierpaolo Ferrari was born and raised in Milan where he developed his passion for photography and art.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/sexy-natural-bathroom/ http://picocool.com/design/sexy-natural-bathroom/ Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:04:36 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/sexy-natural-bathroom/

Super sexy natural bathroom from a house in East Hamptions in New York. Murdock Young was responsible for this great project!

5 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/house-of-corine/ http://picocool.com/design/house-of-corine/ Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:58:15 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/house-of-corine/

Check out this lovely home of Corine from Holland with beautiful details!

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/great-hotel-in-the-alps/ http://picocool.com/design/great-hotel-in-the-alps/ Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:55:57 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/great-hotel-in-the-alps/

Check out great pics of the Moormannberge hotel in the Alps designed by Nils Holger Moorman!

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/eco/go-green-exercise-bike-cum-workstation/ http://picocool.com/eco/go-green-exercise-bike-cum-workstation/ Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:06:23 -0500 sara eco http://picocool.com/eco/go-green-exercise-bike-cum-workstation/

If you're that workaholic who has various answers ready when asked for why don't you exercise, then here is something that you'll actually love. Designer Rizki Tarisa has come up with an eco-friendly furniture design that will let you do your routine exercise while working on your lappy. Dubbed "GO" its an ergonomic lounge chair that provide total comfort while the laptop holder lets you place your laptop and work besides doing the regular exercise. Guess what the user on the exercise bike can charge the electronic gadgets while keeping in good shape at the same time. Another factor that makes Go eco-friendly furniture is that its made up of sustainable material. Enjoy working and exercising on GO!

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/foldaway-massage-chair-is-a-stoolottoman-when-not-i/ http://picocool.com/design/foldaway-massage-chair-is-a-stoolottoman-when-not-i/ Tue, 09 Mar 2010 06:01:44 -0500 sara design http://picocool.com/design/foldaway-massage-chair-is-a-stoolottoman-when-not-i/

After the hectic days schedule, foot massage helps you relieve stress and muscle strain, obviously in the comfort of your home. Wondering why I'm writing about a massage chair when we already have oodles of choices available? Well, the Foldaway Massage Chair as the name says easily folds down to become a stool. It not only delivers a relaxing massage to the legs, feet, back and buttocks but folds up into a colorful, funky-looking footstool when not being used for massage. The massage chair has four 15-minute massage programs to choose from. Specifically developed by a Japanese Shiatsu specialist, these programs help you relive stress in a really comfortable manner. When you're done you simply lift the back leg and the unit folds into the compact cube that you can use as an ottoman or stack away. wanna take this cool massage chair home? buy it for $800.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/art/logorama-takes-home-the-oscar--heres-the-whole-film/ http://picocool.com/art/logorama-takes-home-the-oscar--heres-the-whole-film/ Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:45:16 -0500 laurasweet art http://picocool.com/art/logorama-takes-home-the-oscar--heres-the-whole-film/

Here's Logorama, the 16 minute animated short film that won the Oscar last night, in its entirety. As well as trailer, stills, and other tidbits.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/awesome-low-ink-pillows-for-designers--nerds/ http://picocool.com/design/awesome-low-ink-pillows-for-designers--nerds/ Sat, 06 Mar 2010 11:45:17 -0500 laurasweet design http://picocool.com/design/awesome-low-ink-pillows-for-designers--nerds/

Another geeky great gift are these four unique and clever "low ink" printer alert throw pillow covers by graphic designer Thomas Dabner.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/art/james-skevington-lsquofrequent-flyerrsquo/ http://picocool.com/art/james-skevington-lsquofrequent-flyerrsquo/ Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:05:55 -0500 MikeGusto art http://picocool.com/art/james-skevington-lsquofrequent-flyerrsquo/

If you've ever looked at a traditional city map and lamented its unimaginative format, U.K. designer James Skevington has created the concept series a4Frequent Flyer,' rendering notable cities around the world as whimsical illustrations. The a4maps,' although not necessarily accurate for travel, work to provide the viewer with a sense of the cultural currency and content of a place, demonstrating its unique character through whimsical, colorful, and creative imagery. Although its not recommended you discard your GPS just yet, Skevington's a4Frequent Flyer' remains an interest and innovative way to think about a city.

4 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/aleksander-mukomelov-lsquoinfinityrsquo-bath/ http://picocool.com/design/aleksander-mukomelov-lsquoinfinityrsquo-bath/ Wed, 03 Mar 2010 12:30:39 -0500 MikeGusto design http://picocool.com/design/aleksander-mukomelov-lsquoinfinityrsquo-bath/

Designer Aleksander Mukomelov has created the elegant and innovative a4Infinity' bath, combining high design with technology to create a complete sensory experience for the user. With its intelligent a4media' console, one can control the selection of music, water jets, and an integrated aromatherapy unit, all aspect of which can be custom tailored to one's preferences. With its modern design and technology, Mukomelov's a4Infinity' bath is a fully functional work of art for the home.

4 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/listen-storage-unit-with-speakers/ http://picocool.com/design/listen-storage-unit-with-speakers/ Wed, 03 Mar 2010 06:51:21 -0500 sara design http://picocool.com/design/listen-storage-unit-with-speakers/

Multi-functional stuff is actually in these days. These surely are engaging. a4Listena4 by Guy Eddington is an appealing stereo speaker system cum storage unit cum a side table that lets you place your lil' accessories too on it. It's as the name says a low storage unit which integrates a simple stereo system in such a smart way that you'll just love this to be the part of your stylishly techie home. The system is equipped with a stereo system that with two satellites, a subwoofer and a control unit. Compatible with your MP3 players, the unit is made up of MDF finished high-gloss white automotive lacquer, solid beech timber, speaker cloth and stainless steel tubing. Solid beech volume dial and bass knob are the audio controls while gloss-white plastic is the power button and volume dial is controlled via finger dimple. In addition, there is a lamp which when glows up gives that perfect audio-visual treat for it creates an amazing ambiance.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/lsquoaccordion-folding-cook-tablersquo-for-small-dwellings/ http://picocool.com/design/lsquoaccordion-folding-cook-tablersquo-for-small-dwellings/ Wed, 03 Mar 2010 06:48:41 -0500 sara design http://picocool.com/design/lsquoaccordion-folding-cook-tablersquo-for-small-dwellings/

Modular kitchens to fit in your small den! You just think of it and some ingenious designer has already come up with chic design! Undeniably, there are oodles of choices available but we will always welcome the new one, right? Check out the a4Accordion Folding Cook Table' by Olga Kalugina. A modular kitchen with sneaky little triangular drawers popping out from the folds of the table, sliding counter tops, ample storage units and its cool design all speak out for the inimitability of the design. Its complimenting color combination just adds to the sumptuousness.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/functionally-smart-wall-plates-by-justin-porcano/ http://picocool.com/design/functionally-smart-wall-plates-by-justin-porcano/ Tue, 02 Mar 2010 11:39:40 -0500 sara design http://picocool.com/design/functionally-smart-wall-plates-by-justin-porcano/

Pictured here are the functional wall plates that besides enhancing your home dcor let you hang your keys and small accessories. Designed by Justin Porcano, these functional face plates utilizing the existing standard holes found in most light switches create an easily upgradeable option to let you hang your small accessories in style.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/the-i-house/ http://picocool.com/design/the-i-house/ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:18:43 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/the-i-house/

Check out amazing photo's of the I house in Karuizawa, Japan!

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/swedish-interior/ http://picocool.com/design/swedish-interior/ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:16:05 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/swedish-interior/

I love Swedish interiors. No not just IKEA. Sweden has much more to offer than IKEA. Broers&Broers for example...

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/wooden-wall-in-bedroom/ http://picocool.com/design/wooden-wall-in-bedroom/ Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:12:52 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/wooden-wall-in-bedroom/

Check out these sexy scandinavian bedrooms with wooden walls doing double duty as headboards.

4 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/tao-ma-lsquoplay--stoprsquo-watch/ http://picocool.com/design/tao-ma-lsquoplay--stoprsquo-watch/ Fri, 26 Feb 2010 10:53:50 -0500 MikeGusto design http://picocool.com/design/tao-ma-lsquoplay--stoprsquo-watch/

If you ever wished you could stop time, even for just a moment, then Tao Ma's a4Play & Stop' watch was designed with you in mind. The piece, conceived and constructed by the Chinese industrial designer, has the added element of a play/pause button in its center that, when pressed, stops the movement of the hands, or allows it to resume at the current time. With its attractive minimalist design and multiple color ways, the a4Play & Stop' watch is a stylish way to rethink how you approach that (formerly) forever ticking clock.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/beautiful-house/ http://picocool.com/design/beautiful-house/ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:10:36 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/beautiful-house/

Fashion designer David Delfin and photographer Gorka Postigo have an amazing art-filled home in Madrid - white space (floors, walls and ceilings) are flooded with light and filled with an impressive collection of artwork and furnishings.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/google-offices/ http://picocool.com/design/google-offices/ Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:07:37 -0500 inrichtinghuis design http://picocool.com/design/google-offices/

Coolest offices ever!Everyone wants to work at a office like this. Check out these pictures right here!

4 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/david-stinersquos-rustic-sophistication/ http://picocool.com/design/david-stinersquos-rustic-sophistication/ Wed, 24 Feb 2010 11:01:34 -0500 Bloomacious design http://picocool.com/design/david-stinersquos-rustic-sophistication/

Made from wood carefully harvested from the Stine property in Illinois, David Stine selections such as the Sycamore Round (shown here) are chosen from trees that have entered the end of their life cycle.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/alexander-james-lsquotaxirsquo-series/ http://picocool.com/design/alexander-james-lsquotaxirsquo-series/ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 14:33:35 -0500 MikeGusto design http://picocool.com/design/alexander-james-lsquotaxirsquo-series/

Here we have the newest addition to Alexander James stock photo library entitled the a4Taxi' Series from Distil Ennui Studio's latest Tokyo shoot. Most of the images were shot in dark backstreets, isolating their graphical elements and bringing everyday neon signs front-and-center. James' work has been widely published and we're thrilled to have his vibrant images grace the pages of Format.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/super-luxe-super-green-superyacht/ http://picocool.com/design/super-luxe-super-green-superyacht/ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 12:11:23 -0500 laurasweet design http://picocool.com/design/super-luxe-super-green-superyacht/

The stunning Soliloquy yacht designed by Alastair Callender uses a combination of solar, wind and hybrid marine power. The modern and beautiful eco-friendly superyacht will be featured at the prestigious 2010 Abu Dhabi Yacht Show. Gallery, specs and video.

4 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/cook-green/ http://picocool.com/design/cook-green/ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 11:06:05 -0500 sara design http://picocool.com/design/cook-green/

Philips Design taking inspiration from the Japanese Teppanyaki cooking style has come up with an eco-friendly kitchen that lets you cook in a green way. Dubbed "Green Cuisine", the kitchen cooks smartly with the help of Healthy Steamer, Smart Kettle & Cups, and Cooking Modules. Together all appliances in an interactive way help you cook in a smart eco-friendly way. In addition, you get the energy consumption info that helps you keep the regular check on how much energy is being consumed, yes, if you feel the energy consumption is going high, you surely have to mend your ways.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/architecture/offset-mirror/ http://picocool.com/architecture/offset-mirror/ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:53:01 -0500 austinite architecture http://picocool.com/architecture/offset-mirror/

A unique chunky and offset mirror with a deep stainless steel trim around the mirror. I like the sink quite a bit too.

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/console-mirror-1/ http://picocool.com/design/console-mirror-1/ Tue, 23 Feb 2010 00:47:12 -0500 austinite design http://picocool.com/design/console-mirror-1/

I though this was a unique way to provide a shelf for keys and such without using a console table. Local Austin designer, found this on his blog.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/martin-pitonak-lsquoorigamirsquo-table/ http://picocool.com/design/martin-pitonak-lsquoorigamirsquo-table/ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:50:15 -0500 MikeGusto design http://picocool.com/design/martin-pitonak-lsquoorigamirsquo-table/

Furniture designer Martin Pinotak's a4Origami' table represents a wonderful combination of intricate design and functionality; combining the clean, dynamic lines of the tables base with a solid glass top make this piece a usable work of art. Working out of Toronto, Canada, Pinotak's work often exemplifies high design with an emphasis on maintaining the usefulness of a given piece. a4Origami' achieves this level of practicality without sacrificing the creative statements it makes; a piece of furniture that combines minimalist design with maximum function.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/norio-fujikawa-lsquorocket-girlrsquo/ http://picocool.com/design/norio-fujikawa-lsquorocket-girlrsquo/ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 11:48:07 -0500 MikeGusto design http://picocool.com/design/norio-fujikawa-lsquorocket-girlrsquo/

Designer Norio Fujikawa has imagined a4Rocket Girl,' a concept toy that captures the imagination with its unique styling and attention to detail. The San Fransisco artist's creation, which features clean lines while maintaining an overall complex appearance, beautifully navigates the boundary between art and toy; a creation that commands admiration for its high design, but does so while maintaining elements of playfulness and whimsy. Hopefully it won't be long before Norio Fujikawa's a4Rocket Girl' makes the transition from concept to product.

5 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/happiness-in-bed/ http://picocool.com/design/happiness-in-bed/ Mon, 22 Feb 2010 03:47:16 -0500 ceciliaBXL design http://picocool.com/design/happiness-in-bed/

by Andrea Ayala Closafor Happiness in bedBecause it's really, really annoyingto have cold arms when reading in bed.

2 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/bulthaup-b2-kitchen/ http://picocool.com/design/bulthaup-b2-kitchen/ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:46:25 -0500 aftg design http://picocool.com/design/bulthaup-b2-kitchen/

For everyone who hates to have trash in the kitchen, here is the Bulthaup b2 kitchen!

4 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/bathing-in-the-bedroom/ http://picocool.com/design/bathing-in-the-bedroom/ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:40:51 -0500 aftg design http://picocool.com/design/bathing-in-the-bedroom/

Bathing in the bedroom or sleeping in the bathroom? Whatever, it's all the same!

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/design/antique-modern-kitchen/ http://picocool.com/design/antique-modern-kitchen/ Sat, 20 Feb 2010 06:36:04 -0500 aftg design http://picocool.com/design/antique-modern-kitchen/

Antique always looks so nice, but think twice before to get one! Do you really want to have a fridge you have to repair every 2 months? To get a antique look for your kitchen, combine a modern kitchen with antique details. You'll be amazed!

3 Vote(s) ]]> http://picocool.com/art/christian-garibaldi-photography/ http://picocool.com/art/christian-garibaldi-photography/ Fri, 19 Feb 2010 19:08:41 -0500 pitaandpizza art http://picocool.com/art/christian-garibaldi-photography/

From flames to fame.Life, seemingly random and without any clear goal or purpose in mind, works in mysterious ways. We often fall to the very bottom of a cavernous hole, thinking nothing else lies ahead for us, and then are proved very, very wrong. The light at the end of the tunnel turns out to have been waiting for us all along, and it's more than a light - it's a dazzling beam of hope, inspiration, and happiness.Such was the path that Christian Garibaldi followed - former car mechanic, now much-lauded self-taught photographer. He had entrenched himself in the world of high-end automobiles such as Porsche, Ferrari, Maserati, and Lotus. He even had his own machine shop where he built top-of-the-line car racing engines. Then, the day came when all this would change. While working at Ferrari he was out on the open highway, behind the wheel of a beautiful, very expensive F430. The Ferrari belonged to a customer who had brought it in for a minor repair. All of a sudden, a gasket blew and the engine seized up and caught on fire. Garibaldi was flying down the highway with engine oil and flames coming from the rear of the vehicle. Needless to say, he was fired from his job as a car mechanic at the dealership, and moved back to his hometown in New Jersey to step back and reassess the next stage of his life. During this time, he would wander around and snap pictures of whatever caught his eye at the moment. He received lots of encouragement from family and friends - this built up his confidence in his work and he ended up taking some images on a CD to an art gallery. With no credentials and a practically non-existent portfolio, the gallery did not welcome him with open arms. Garibaldi took the rejection in stride and left, never expecting to hear from them again. But, life had a different idea for him. About three weeks later, the gallery called Garibaldi, professing their deep admiration for his work. Garibaldi then began to take his chance at being a professional photographer seriously, going out and buying all sorts of equipment he didn't even know how to use.

2 Vote(s) ]]>