Yanko Design - Form Beyond Function

While drones can fly, I’ve realized that they’re quite a nuisance when they aren’t flying. Their complex schematic and aerodynamic shape occupy a lot of space, and they aren’t really easy to carry around (in a car or a bike).

The DRNE proposes a solution that looks obvious and possible, but needs some work. The quad-motor drone’s four members fold inwards (propeller and all) to become a selfie-stick of sorts. Obviously the grip isn’t the most ergonomic, but the drone’s footprint gets pushed down by large amount. Essentially, you can now grab/pack the drone as easily as you would a bottle of water. Noice!

Designer: Taeheon Kim

The home isn’t a product as much as it’s a space. However, the Mobile Home is given a product style treatment. You don’t build the Mobile home. You buy it, and it ships to your location, assembled and ready to use! The Mobile House is therefore a product, rather than a space, meaning it isn’t technically real estate. It comes on a moving platform and can be shifted anywhere, be it urban/suburban areas, or even scenic spots like forests or pastures. With the Mobile Home, you don’t even have to wait for construction (or pay separately for it). The home comes literally ready to use, and all you have to do is populate it with furniture/decor of your choice.

Understandably, the Mobile Home is rather compact. Its aesthetics and size rival those of the MUJI minimal cabins that were launched slightly over a year back. The Mobile Home is wide enough to fit on a freight-liner truck, and comes with a mezzanine floor with a skylight right above your bed so you can fall asleep to the stars, and rise to the beams of the early morning sun. Just take my money, now will you!!

Designer: Ruzanna Andressa Oganesya

Experts say that about 70% of the heat generated on a fire stove is lost, and this is quite a concern in terms of efficiency and conservation. The Heat-Save Kettle addresses this issue and is designed to absorb the heat-loss and regenerate it as heat energy. Essentially, you fill the ring with water, which absorbs the excess heat. The heated water can now be used for other purposes – a warm soak or tea!

Designers: Li Yi, Zhang Sen, Hao Hao & Qian Cheng

“compatible with conventional pots and pans and pots. The ring-style design of the base offers a bigger capacity to contain water. The patterns on the metal surface provide a bigger inner surface area to maximise heat absorption and air circulation for efficient cooking,” says designers Li Yi.