Float - Foldable, solar-powered catamaran to rule the waters

There are three 'holy' axioms of green technology that all innovative designs should look forth to incorporate - efficiency, low environmental effect and cost potency. While the first two criteria are met by most of the designs, there is much that is to be desired on the last part, which is cost. Well, the Float, a solar powered catamaran designed by Jeffrey Greger and Timo Bücker, is one such conscientious conception that seems to address this problem quite vehemently and that too in a zero emission mode.

Basically, this unique catamaran is composed of many individual parts like solar panels, sun shade, seating mesh, etc. Most of them are removable, can be fitted inside a container formed by both of the foldable polypro pontoons and zipped together! This contraption can then be transported quite easily on a car top.

The solar cells are imbued into the acrylic panels that are accommodated onto the roof supports. They are connected to 60 lithium-ion batteries that efficiently power the boat. The hull has a framework of sturdy steel rods inside the yellow platform for structural strength. An insulated pouch is stapled along side for carrying of food and drinks.

Coming onto the controls, this boat includes an advanced yet convenient system of control panel. The panel can indicate the battery status, and also features speed and steering controls, music player and even touch screen e-ink display. Adding to that, the steering is also made user friendly.

Marketed towards the young age group, this heartfelt design does comes across as something of convenience, being effective and low cost. And most importantly, it epitomizes the very evolution of our green technology in a pretty simple and adroit manner.

Thanks: Jeffrey Greger

Arthur Rimbaud Media Library and Cultural Centre

The Arthur Rimbaud Media Library and Cultural centre was constructed in the context of the city of Anthony's urban renewal program. The city launched a public competition for the construction of a media library at Place des Baconnets with the aim of opening up the secluded Noyer Doré neighbourhood as well as offering cultural activities to the residents of this disadvantaged neighbourhood by promoting social interaction. The construction of the media library would be a symbol of the revival of theneighborhood.

Our response is a formally simplistic and easily identifiable building which contrasts, in both architecture and ambiance, with the surrounding buildings (the strict, sober and neutral forms of the surrounding residential buildings and the loud, playful architecture of the adjacent shopping centre).

Paul Flato’s aquamarine and ruby belt necklace up for sale at BaselWorld

A stunning 1935 aquamarine and ruby studded belt necklace was designed by the late Paul Flato, the celebrity jeweler who has catered to Hollywood icons like Joan Crawford, Marlene Dietrich and Vivien Leigh. This belt necklace features a buckle designed by by Fulco Duke of Verdure for renowned jeweler Flato. Originally purchased by song writer Cole Porter, for his wife Louisville, Kentucky socialite wife Linda, the belt features 566 rectangular, and fancy brilliant-cut aquamarines and 39 oval fancy-cut rubies. The 15.5-inch set has been signed by Paul Flato on the clasp and would be on sale at this year's BaselWorld. Siegelson, a New York-based purveyor of high-end and rare jewelry will put the piece on sale for a staggering $1,750,000. Thanks Jeanette

The largest private sailing yacht, 141m Dream Symphony Yacht heads to production

The Dream Ship Victory shipyard in collaboration with architects Dykstra & Partners and styling by Ken Freivokh Design will build the exclusive 141 mtr Dream Symphony Yacht. The keel laying will take place at Dream Ship Victory's facility in Turkey later and launch scheduled for 2016. The yacht is said to combine classical with contemporary styling. The interiors and exteriors will feature materials to tie in with extensive unique wood fittings. It is also expected to be one of the largest yachts.

AK47 rolls out wood fireplace range for the outdoors

It isn't always fun to remain inside even when it is freezing outside – there is just so much we can love the walls. The range of outdoor wood fireplaces by design company AK47 offers not just a lot of style but also comfort in the chill. The range includes the Zero fireplace which is a 'o' shaped seat with a central fire pit and sit around some heated flame. The Zen has an open flame surrounded by a circular arrangement of stone. The Mangiafuocco has a white enclosure with earthy garden stones and rustic logs piled high in the center. The Thor is a vertical arrangement with wood stacked in a holder on either side.

Make A Wish

Ré-interprétation du moment de bonheur que l'on ressent en soufflant les bougies sur un gâteau d'anniversaire, ce dernier se transforme en un bijou qui servira de souvenir à une journée spéciale. Qu'il soit enterré dans un gâteau surprise ou présenté dans son écrin, « Make A Wish » transformera n'importe quel anniversaire de en un moment mémorable. Créée par Bettina Nissen et proposée dans 5 matériaux différents et 4 tailles d'anneaux, « Make A Wish » est disponible par ici entre 20 et 55 livres selon la finition. Tous les détails en images dans la suite !

Plus de détails en images dans la galerie

La Cupcake fondue

On y avait pas pensé, et pourtant l'idée est tellement simple et sympa ! La fondue de cupcakes : on prépare des petits gâteaux nature, et on trempe ses minis cupcakes avec un pic à fondue dans du nappage ou chocolat fondu, avant de passer à tous les toppings décoratifs (paillettes, copeaux de chocolat, pistaches concassées, sprinkles, smarties et autres confettis sucrés). Excellente idée à tester au plus vite !

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