This Rapid 50 object was invented by Australian industrial designer German Anchique:It may not look like much, but here's what it does:Anchique reckons that not having to swap from drill to driver allows you to finish the job in half the time. At present he's only selling them in 3/16" (5mm) diameter, though you can choose between a Philips or Pozi tip. They run USD $19.50.

The Core77 Design Awards Built Environment category features human-made surroundings that provide the setting for people's activities. Spatial and physical structures, interiors, exhibitions, or installations, either permanent or temporary, for private, public, commercial, or industrial purposes. Examples include public installations, restaurant/hospitality interiors, office or medical interiors, set designs, retail displays, exhibition booths.Landscape architect and designer Bryan Chou knows it only takes a glimmer to light up a great idea, and he spends his time accordingly. "As designers, we're always on the lookout for that one spark that can shift our perspective," he says. "It's these little, sometimes quiet changes that have the power to create something truly transformative."In Bryan's case, those transformative projects have included a stunning portfolio of landscape and urban design work, including Michigan Central in Detroit, the Texas Medical Center Helix Park, and the Healing Gardens at Boston Children's Hospital. The Boston-Based Design Principal at Mikyoung Kim applies a forward-thinking, cross-disciplinary approach to the science and artistry of landscape architecture. Bryan has also helped create public art installations including Washington, DC's 14th Street Kaleidoscope, Chapel Hill's Exhale Fountain, and the Nexus Project at UNC Charlotte. Bryan has spent his career advocating for urban open spaces that combine accessibility, artistry, and essential infrastructure. Bryan earned a master's degree in landscape architecture from the Rhode Island School of Design and a bachelor's degree in community and environmental planning from the University of Washington.Bryan finds himself "continually amazed" by the transformative power of even the smallest idea to reshape entire landscapes. As he describes, "These shifts can completely change the way we experience a space or connect with our surroundings. " His biggest concern in the design world extends to the way people will connect with their surroundings in the future. "As a father to a young child, it's the generational perspective that keeps me up at night," says Bryan. "What kind of world will my child and others experience? A lot of that depends on the choices we make in design today."To Core77 Design Awards entrants, Bryan emphasizes the persuasive power of narrative to differentiate superior work from simply great work: "A successful project captures the imagination through a well-crafted vision and skillful execution. A winning entry, however, is all about storytelling. As a design professional, the ability to create a compelling project and then curate its story is a powerful combination."The TMC Helix Park won the Built Environment category in 2024 with this project created by Boston-based Mikyoung Kim and led by Bryan Chou.The 2024 winner in the Core77 Design Awards Built Environment category was Mikyoung Kim for TMC Helix Park. This 14.5-acre park in downtown Houston models ecological resilience in its innovative use of stormwater management and biodiverse planting.If you have a forward-thinking idea that could spark a fire with our jurors, share it with us through the 2025 Core77 Design Awards. Enter the C77DA now!

The beauty of the concept design world lies in its unabated freedom to create things that are either ultra-futuristic, inspired by a completely unrelatable element, or the result of a pure gut feel. This Cyberpunk-worthy ride is an amalgam of all these three, and just for the records, it looks so damn cool. While I have been awe-struck by the Akira-inspired bikes mustered up by creative concept designers, this one has the elements of anime, metal heroes, and futuristic metaverse world rides.Meet the Kaminari SuperBike envisioned by a passionate Brazilian graphics designer who has caught our attention with his interesting concept designs. The iPhone Ultra Vision concept is the one that was featured earlier in the week. This ride, however, brings a whole new dimension to the idea of designing a futuristic motorbike that stays within the practical realms.Designer: Braz de PinaThe sci-fi-inspired concept bike has a visual allure that is evoked by industrial design as well as sharp and muscular aesthetics. I assume the two-wheeled toned charmer is an electric ride with structural integrity only possible with the unibody design of the main frame with a lightweight yet robust material. The front section hangs above the lower chassis, leaving a gaping section in between the top and bottom sections. The elongated design has that typical Kanedas bike vibe with traces of colorful red inserts to contrast the gunmetal finish of the ride.From whichever profile you view this beast, it seems like a completely different machine. The front profile gives off a distinct Cyberpunk element, the rear has a very sleek persona, and from the side profile, it looks like a completely different animal. It seems like a Cheetah on the prowl, ready to hunt down its prey. Braz has thought of another color variant for the machine that mutes down the aggressive stance, ideal for someone who is looking to sidestep any provocative fights. The silver version though looks like it means business, and is not to be messed with.The handlebars and the throttle and brake bars are positioned very uniquely in a horizontal configuration for a better grip that could be vital during high-speed skirmishes. The HUD has elements fit for a futuristic universe with vital information overlayed on the high-resolution display panel. Overall the bike is something thats straight out of Hollywoods sci-fi universe, and itll be an exhilarating experience both to watch it whizz past and of course, drive it!The post Muscular and sharp Kaminari SuperBike rolls straight out of a sci-fi universe, ready for action first appeared on Yanko Design.

Indoor gardening has become both a hobby and a lifestyle these past years, but just because youre doing it indoors doesnt make it significantly easier. You still have to mind the same factors that a plant needs to survive and thrive, and it might sometimes be even more difficult when you have less space and sometimes less natural lighting as well.Because of this trend, indoor gardening appliances are also on the rise, automating the process to the point that a human is almost never needed except to replenish the water tank. Not only do these machines drain away the joy of getting involved in a plants growth, but they also force owners to accept a design aesthetic that might not be to their tastes. Fortunately, you dont actually have to invest in such an appliance when you can get all the same insights in a product thats as big as a beautiful smooth rock.Designer: Beta Design Office for OKOJust like with any other appliance these days, indoor planters are slowly shifting from more technical and utilitarian designs to more aesthetic ones. LG, for example, recently revealed planters that also served as mood lamps to create a more calming ambiance inside a room. They still impose their own designs on the homeowner, who might have different ideas about how they want their indoor greenery to look.Indoor gardening appliances try to remove all the work needed in growing plants, from adjusting how much water is needed and when to water the plants to even the intensity of the artificial light that takes the place of the sun. This almost makes the whole process too easy, which is fine if all youre after is the mechanical activity of growing plants for later consumption. But if youre actually interested in the entire process and the feeling of satisfaction afterward, an alternative and equally smart solution fortunately exists.OKO is a smart plant sensor that is simple and unobtrusive, looking nothing more than a large pebble in your hand. It can deliver almost the same information you need to monitor a plants health, like the amount of water moisture in the soil, the acidity of the soil, the temperature around the plant, and the humidity in the air. It conveys this data through a mobile app that makes the information more digestible and understandable so you, as the caretaker, can take the appropriate action.OKOs minimalist design has two benefits for design-savvy indoor gardeners. The pebble-shaped device can easily clip on the edge of a pot or box, so you are free to choose any design that matches your interior or aesthetic tastes. It also brings back a sense of agency, putting the plants life in your hands again. While it does require a bit more work and effort, it also brings a certain degree of satisfaction, knowing that you can indeed make things grow.The post Minimalist pebble-shaped device is all you need to know your plants health first appeared on Yanko Design.

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Architectural competition platform Buildner has announced the results of its Trolls Tongue Observation Platform competition, an ideas challenge that invited participants to reimagine the visitor experience at Norway's Trolltunga cliff. Participants were tasked with designing a small platform that would offer views over Lake Ringedalsvatnet while integrating with the natural landscape."Entrants were encouraged to explore creative approaches to materiality, construction techniques, and structural ingenuity, with particular attention to safety, durability, and weather resilience, Buildner noted. The competition sought designs that elevate the experience of standing at the edge of this striking rock formation, allowing visitors to engage with the awe-inspiring views in new and meaningful ways.The competitions jury comprised Anne Cecilie Haug of Snohetta; Nancy Beka of Studio Edwards; Samista Jugwanth of Zutari; Rok Oman of OFIS; Euan Millar of Icosis; Lera Samovich of Fala Arqui...

Montral Bungee (CNW Group/Montral Bungee)A new attraction that is coming soon to Montreal promises to provide a unique experience on a historic structure in Montreals Old Port.Montreal Bungee, which is expected to launch this spring, will be located at the restored Convoyeur Tower, which stands at 210 feet high. The tower was originally built in the 1950s to unload grain from board into grain elevators. It is one of two such towers that once existed on the Quai de Conveyeurs.The attraction will offer guests the highest bungee jump in Canada, along with views of Old Montreal and its surroundings.The project is supported by Tourisme Montral, the Ministry of Tourism, the Montreal Port Authority, and the Old Port of Montreal Corporation, and will operate from March to December each year.For more information, click here.The post Urban bungee jump to open in Montreal appeared first on Canadian Architect.