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In an exploration beyond your homes four walls, Sarah Ellison, designer and founder of ELLISON STUDIOS, is pioneering indoor comfort and style with her debut outdoor collection created exclusively in partnership with DWR North America. Instead of starting from scratch, Ellison has reengineered her existing indoor designs, transforming them into durable pieces capable of withstanding the elements. This self-referential approach allows her to serve up beautiful, versatile furniture for entertainment al fresco.Alva Outdoor Lounge Chair, Alva Outdoor Sofa, Earth Outdoor Cocktail TableAlva Outdoor Sofa + Earth Outdoor Cocktail TableEarth Outdoor Cocktail TableMuse Outdoor SofaThe collection includes reimagined versions of the Muse Sofa and Alva Chair. Originally available in velvet and linen blends, the updated Muse Outdoor Sofa now features quick dry foam filling, outdoor grade fabric, and a durable galvanized frame. Similarly, the Alva Outdoor Lounge Chair has been reimagined with these features and a powder-coated steel frame to support its oversized cushions.Muse Outdoor SofaMuse Outdoor Sofa + Earth Outdoor Coffee TableThe Arch Outdoor Dining Chair, originally upholstered and foam-padded, has been remade in UV-resistant molded plastic for outdoor use. To round out the collection, theres the Earth Outdoor Coffee Table and the Earth Outdoor Cocktail Table, which are all constructed from concrete in replacement of the oak wood used in the indoor versions.Arch Outdoor Dining ChairEllison demonstrates restraint and a deep understanding that when expanding a collection, a simple material update can be more transformative than reinvention when the concept is already sculptural, functional, beautiful and lovable.Arch Outdoor Dining ChairArch Outdoor Dining ChairAlva Outdoor Lounge Chair, Alva Outdoor Sofa, Earth Outdoor Coffee TableAlva Outdoor Lounge Chair, Alva Outdoor Sofa, Earth Outdoor Coffee TableAlva Outdoor Lounge Chair + Earth Outdoor Coffee TableAlva Outdoor Lounge Chair + Earth Outdoor Coffee TableAlva Outdoor SofaTo check out the entire outdoor collection by ELLISON STUDIOS for DWR, visit dwr.com.Photography courtesy of ELLISON STUDIOS.This post contains affiliate links, so if you make a purchase from an affiliate link, we earn a commission. Thanks for supporting Design Milk!

If you are like me and appreciate a no-fuss coffee brewing experience, then you might like the convenience, simplicity, and speed of the Keurig K-Express Single Serve Coffee Maker, which is on sale for $62.99 (down from its original $89.99) on Amazon right now. Keurig K-Express Coffee Maker $62.99 at Amazon $89.99 Save $27.00 Get Deal Get Deal $62.99 at Amazon $89.99 Save $27.00 The K-Express has a pretty straightforward interface and looks easy to use. Pop in a K-Cup pod, choose from three sizes8, 10, or 12 ouncesand hit start. In a minute or two, the coffee is ready. One reviewer claimed it brews an eight-ounce cup in under a minutewhich sounds lovely for those groggy mornings when waiting feels like an eternity. Also, the machine is "brew your own ground coffee" compatible, if you prefer using reusable K-Cup pods. And, if you need an extra boost in the morning to take on the day, the K-Express' "strong brew" feature makes the coffee extra rich and bold.Of course, no product is perfect. This coffee maker has a 42-ounce water reservoir, which is smaller than some of the others out thereso you might need to refill it more often, especially if you drink multiple cups a day. It's a minor inconvenience but still manageable overall. Also, its mostly plastic build might not feel as premium as higher-end machines, but for the price, it makes sense.When compared against other models like the Keurig K-Elite or the Nespresso Vertuo, the K-Express holds its own pretty well. The K-Elite has a larger water reservoir and some fancy features like iced coffee settings, but it comes with a higher price tag. The K-Express, while more basic, provides all the essential features at a fraction of the cost. The Nespresso Vertuo, known for its espresso-like brews, uses pods that can be pricier and harder to find compared to the widely available K-Cups used in K-Express.

Streaming provider Roku is adding a new free channel for sports content on August 12. The ad-supported Roku Sports Channel will go live with content both owned and licensed by the company. No subscription or sign-up will be required to access the channel.The Roku Sports Channel will offer round-the-clock programming, such as live Major League Baseball games, live Formula E car races, The Rich Eisen Show and GMFB: Overtime. Partner programming on the channel will include classic boxing matches from Top Rank, combat sports from Swerve Sports and poker content from PokerGO.Sports viewership can be a notable revenue source for streaming services. The Disney-owned ESPN+ has a streaming subscription (and its price is going up). Max also has an add-on called the Bleacher Report (that's no longer free). And an upcoming service called Venu could aggregate lots of games and talk content under one umbrella (and it's expected to have a hefty price tag). Roku could stand out from the pack by taking the free, ad-supported streaming television route.This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/roku-is-launching-the-roku-sports-channel-on-august-12-130041121.html?src=rss

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Gone is the bullhorn. Instead, New York City emergency management officials have turned high-tech, using drones to warn residents about potential threatening weather.With a buzzing sound in the background, a drone equipped with a loudspeaker flies over homes warning people who live in basement or ground-floor apartments about impending heavy rains.Be prepared to leave your location, said the voice from the sky in footage released Tuesday by the citys emergency management agency. If flooding occurs, do not hesitate.About five teams with multiple drones each were deployed to specific neighborhoods prone to flooding. Zach Iscol, the citys emergency management commissioner, said the messages were being relayed in multiple languages. They were expected to continue until the weather impacted the drone flights.Flash floods have been deadly for New Yorkers living in basement apartments, which can quickly fill up in a deluge. Eleven people drowned in such homes in 2021 amid rain from the remnants of Hurricane Ida.The drones are in addition to other forms of emergency messaging, including social media, text alerts and a system that reaches more than 2,000 community-based organizations throughout the city that serve senior citizens, people with disabilities and other groups.You know, we live in a bubble, and we have to meet people where they are in notifications so they can be prepared, New York City Mayor Eric Adams said at a press briefing on Tuesday.Adams is a self-described tech geek whose administration has tapped drone technology to monitor large gatherings as well as to search for sharks on beaches. Under his watch, the citys police department also briefly toyed with using a robot to patrol the Times Square subway station, and it has sometimes deployed a robotic dog to dangerous scenes, including the Manhattan parking garage that collapsed in 2023.-This story corrects that 11 people drowned in 2021, not 2011.

Greek studio Kapsimalis Architects has converted a 19th-century wine cellar into a cavernous holiday home on the island of Santorini in Greece.Named Summer House in Mesaria, the house is partially nestled into a steep landscape on the outskirts of the village of Mesaria.It occupies two vaulted rooms of a former wine cellar, marked externally by sculptural white forms that extend out from the hillside.Kapsimalis Architects has created a summer house in Greece"The original building was an abandoned wine cellar, though its internal space and old equipment remained intact," said Kapsimalis Architects co-founder Alexandros Kapsimalis."The building was an old subterranean wine cellar or canava, common in this kind of rural settlement, which consisted of two interior vaulted spaces, a small exterior yard and a flat terrace on the top," he told Dezeen."In terms of the architectural restoration, the main facade, the exterior staircase and yard, the interior subterranean vaulted spaces, and also the previous trails are entirely kept."It occupies a converted wine cellar in the hillsideFrom the outside, Summer House in Mesari appears as a series of interlocking white, blocky forms softened by curved edges and arched openings. A gated courtyard sits at the front.This terrazzo-lined courtyard is accessed by an existing narrow path that extends through the village and provides views of the nearby sea.Externally it is marked by white blocky formsHere there is also a tile-coated dining table, shaded by a woven awning that extends from the dwelling.The main entrance is on the other side of the awning, where a set of double doors leads to the cave-like interior that is characterised by a neutral colour palette.Read: Kapsimalis Architects designs monolithic holiday home in SantoriniInside, Summer House in Mesari takes the form of an open-plan space containing a seating area, bed and bathroom, and a kitchen off of one side.Across the space, existing finishes have been restored and paired with smooth brown terrazzo floors, grey stone tiles and cement plaster.The home's entrance leads into a cave-like living area"The interior walls retain the off-white roughcast, keeping their cavities, protrusions and the imprints of the past time," said the studio."The doors and windows are replaced in order to protect the internal space from the weather conditions, keeping their initial form, components and materials."A neutral material palette was used throughout the homeAround the edges of the living area, existing low benches have been updated with wooden boards and soft cushions. A metallic coffee table sits at the centre.Towards the back of this vaulted space is the bedroom area, connected to a bathroom and wardrobe. It features a carved stone bench and a long monolithic worktop that separates it from the bathroom.A bathroom sits at the back of the spaceTo the side, the bedroom connects to the second, smaller vaulted space, where the existing kitchen has been largely preserved.Other original features of the existing building that are celebrated throughout Summer House in Mesari include recesses in the cave-like walls, which now display a selection of wine bottles.There is a pool outsideThe studio has also repurposed the original exterior chimneys to provide ventilation.Finishing touches to the dwelling include circular windows in the bedroom floor that showcase the remains of the wine cellar and a new rooftop pool accessed by an existing flight of stairs from the main yard.Old recesses in the walls are used to display wineOther recently completed projects that feature subterranean spaces include an underground Apple Store topped with a square dome and three sunken car parks that have been converted into gallery spaces.The photography is by Yiorgos Kordakis.The post Kapsimalis Architects converts wine cellar into cavernous summer house appeared first on Dezeen.

I'm loving the form of Eton's FRX3+. It's their American Red Cross Multi-Powered Weather Alert Radio, and the designers have packed a lot of functionality into a compact, striking-looking package.The top of the handle features a glow-in-the-dark bezel so you can find it during a blackout. That bezel surrounds a small solar panel you can use to charge it. You can also charge it by cranking it, and the device's 2600mAh battery can in turn be used to charge small items via USB. There's an LED flashlight on one side. The two knobs on the side are for volume and tuning. It's got a built-in alarm clock. The antenna is tucked away in the rear. These run $60.

In the month of July, weve seen an incredible and exciting downpour at automotive designs Yanko Design. Each vehicle was innovative, bringing to us something we had never seen or experienced before. From killer speed to dashing good looks, to impenetrable safety standards, every automotive we featured at YD broke some design barrier for us, and hopefully, they did the same for you as well. Hence, weve curated a collection of automotive designs that we feel were the best of the lot. Each of these amazing automobiles is mercilessly pushing the boundaries of the automotive industry. Automotive enthusiasts will be itching to get their hands on them, and take them for a spin on the streets!1. Garage 54s SUV With SpringsYouTuber Garage54 built an intriguing automotive design that conducted an interesting experiment. He outfitted the car with wheels of springs, instead of the typical rubber treads. His intention was that the car would travel on off-road trails and snowy roads without any issues. The experiment did fail, since metal isnt an excellent alternative, and the springs were welded to the tires. However, the experiment was an incredible starting point for an innovative theory.2. Platypus Craft PrototypeDesigned by Franois-Alexandre Bertrand, the Platypus Craft prototype is a semi-submersible vessel for safe and feasible underwater exploration. The zero-emission craft draws inspiration from the amphibious Playptus mammal, and from the naming convention, it is quite evident, that they are trying to break the notion that water adventure activities and environmental responsibility are difficult to co-exist.3. Volkswagen ID. GTI.The Volkswagen GTI is now moving into the electric age with the new ID. GTI. This serves as a major change for Volkswagen, and it merges GTIs legacy with electric power. It functions as a fresh take on a classic favorite, merging the wonderful spirit of the original GTI with its latest electric technology. There are a couple of refreshing key design elements, which showcased the models transformation into a modern electric vehicle.4. Baxley MotoDubbed the Baxley Moto, this futuristic electric motorbike is designed by Shane Baxley, and it features a menacing street-legal aesthetic, accentuated by spokeless wheels. The bike has a hunched-forward riding position, as well as a suspended tail section, protruding slides, and treaded wires, forming a jaw-dropping ride for adventure seekers who enjoy challenging rides on dirt trails. It also has a balance to it and doesnt feature an edgy or contoured look.5. Owlet ONECalled the Owlet ONE, this bike is designed to be an effortless blend of minimalism and functionality. It offers a modern yet nostalgic riding experience and is made from high-quality, matte-finished aluminum. The bike features a robust frame, and offers excellent durability, while also maintaining a clean and streamlined look. It features a cylindrical central frame, which accommodates the battery and essential components.6. Gocycle CXI Family Cargo BicycleGocycle has taken their electric bikes to a whole another level with their lightweight Gocycle CXI Family Cargo Bicycle. The bicycle is lightweight and portable, and an excellent option for those who dont prefer cumbersome cargo bikes. The CXi lineup includes two e-bikes the CXi and CX+. Theyre both more or less the same, except that the last one has a FloFit Handlebar.7. CE 02 eParkourer RideThe BMW Motorrad Austria has combined forces with the design studio VAGABUND to build a custom CE 02 eParkourer ride. It is an electric bike with an appealing futuristic vibe and a pretty alluring retro flair that is great for the Gen-Z and the millennials as well. Unlike the typical electric scooters, this ride offers a sneak peek of where two-wheelers future could be moving. It features an integrated BT speaker, a hidden umbrella, and a strapped skateboard grip tape.8. Honda HP-X ConceptThe Honda HP-X Concept was unveiled five decades ago and is now debuting again at the North American Auto Show. It is a mid-engine supercar and features a sharp wedge profile. It will be showcased at the Pebble Beach event and will feature a jet-engine-inspired cockpit, and a Knight Rider-like advanced tech. It is restored by the two brands and will compete with other models for theWedge-Shaped Concept Cars and Prototypes class at the 73rd Annual event on August 18, 2024.9. Ducati Panigale V4Named the Ducati Panigale V4, the all-new bike features a sharp design and a performance edge that nears perfection. It is a seventh-generation evolution and is equipped with a 916-inspired headlight, and integrated winglets that signify the MotoGP heritage. The redesigned bodywork features a lighter double-sided swingarm which replaces the signature single-sided unit, leading to a weight reduction.10. Audi A6 e-tronCalled the Audi A6 e-tron, this automotive merges advanced tech with striking aesthetics. The exterior and interior of the car feature Audis commitment to innovation and precision. It is marked with clean and sophisticated lines, and it merges functionality with an impressive and bold visual presence. This vehicle is making a truly impressive entry into the electric vehicle market.The post Top 10 Fantastic & Revolutionary Automotive Designs Of July 2024 first appeared on Yanko Design.