Yanko Design - Form Beyond Function

There’s nothing more frustrating than picking up a fresh head of lettuce or some other delicious vegetables from the market, only to find them withered and spoiled a few days later. As I’m sure you’re well aware, both fruit and vegetables naturally emit ethylene gases which help speed up the ripening of the foods, which in turn, leads to withering and spoilage. That’s where the OXO Crisper comes in handy. The Crisper – part of the GreenSaver Collection – is stored in the fridge, protecting your fruit and vegetables from the ethylene gases by soaking these up in a natural carbon filter, thereby slowing down the ripening and spoiling of the foods.

The design is pretty neat too. The Crisper has a date dial located on the top to track the time replacement time on the carbon filter – the nice touch here, is there green color choice for the dial, tying in with the surrounding produce. As for the shape of the design, it’s quite a compact and space saving product. The top and base of the device are a concave shape, reducing the surface contact on the base as well as the top. The top half can be removed from the base by pinching the two dimples on either side of the product, a nice feature that keeps the design of the Crisper clean – this is how to replace the natural carbon filter which lasts up to 90 days. The pattern surrounding the Crisper provides proper air circulation on all sides – this pattern can also be found all throughout the GreenSaver product range.

Designer: Mason Umholtz for OXO

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25% of the fruits and vegetables we buy are thrown away.

Keeps produce fresh longer by absorbing ethylene gas.

The date dial keeps track of when it’s time to replace the carbon filter.

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I’ve been a long standing fan of the modular approach to traveling. Take the Leather Duffle from last year for example. The very idea of having three separate bags but handling them as one bag is convenient, not just because it makes carrying items less of a hassle… but it also means all your belongings are in one place, and not scattered about. The Valluse takes that very idea and expands it. A combination of the words Value and Valise (French for suitcase), the Valluse is a triad of suitcases for the traveler, designed in three sizes, but with the ability to be combined into one.

The three suitcases that comprise the Valluse are sized perfectly for taking on a plane. The large case is spacious and can easily be checked into your flight luggage, while the two smaller bags easily fit the dimension regulations for carrying on board as cabin luggage. However the creators of Valluse knew that three bags may be better than one, but carrying three bags can be nothing short of a nightmare. That’s why the Valluse bags were designed to securely lock together, becoming one super-bag that could be easily wheeled around as a single unit. The Valluse united can be easily wheeled with just a single hand, down aisles/walkways, through elevators, and to airport kiosks, giving you a free hand to do everything from call a taxi, summon an elevator, to show the airline personnel your ticket/passport, or even access your phone.

The modular Valluse suitcases come with a hard, Polycarbonate shell that’s virtually break-proof and dent-proof, and can take the roughest of treatment from luggage handlers and still look as good as new, while keeping your luggage inside well protected. A reinforced Aluminum frame gives the Valluse its shape, coupling with the Polycarbonate to increase durability.

Designed to be used in 6 orientations (independently as well as together) the Valluse can be used for everything from long trips to short excursions. With a secure TSA approved lock and absolutely no zippers (the Valluse uses a gasket seal), the bags stay protected from not just theft but rough usage too, and the superior suitcase-interlocking system ensures that your luggage stays conveniently together and in place, much like your travel plans!

Designer: Arum Oh

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Small compartment (carry-on size)

Medium compartment (carry-on size)

Main trolley (check-in size)

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There was a day and age, before television, that folks only listened to the radio and used their imaginations. Nowadays, it seems as though it’s the audio that supports the visual. Designed in response to this, Sound.B is FIRST a speaker and SECOND a TV!

This Bluetooth enabled sound bar is equipped with an integrated vertical beam projector. Use it to stream your favorite tunes or tune in to your favorite channel. When it’s not in TV mode, you won’t be left with a giant black square in your living space. Instead, it looks like a sleek streamlined console. It’s legs, however, can easily be removed for placement on a shelf or other surface.

Designer: Younggyu Kwon

The angle of the screen and the volume control are operated by the rotary buttons, providing a distinctive feeling.

Using four separate legs provided as separate attachments, it can be used anywhere on the floor and shelf.

If you do not use the video function for a long time, you can prevent contamination by using the plate.

The day has finally come. The long awaited, highly anticipated collaboration between IKEA and Hay is here – it is everything we could have expected and more. This past week has seen the release of Ypperlig, IKEA’s biggest collaboration to date, with Copenhagen giant HAY. Comprised of over 60 various products, the Ypperlig collection continues on this theme of high quality products at affordable prices – including furniture like sofas, chairs, shelving, and tables, with a price range of around $40 to $600, with accessories like wall mirrors, lamps, trays, and throws with a price range of around $4 and $50. What really defines the new collection is the ‘Monobloc Chair’, an injection molded beauty that defines the thought and signature touches of Rolf and Mette Hay – the founders of HAY – and the ability that HAY have to tap into the supply chain body of IKEA. Ypperlig is a truly beautiful collection and it can only be fully appreciated by seeing it for yourself.

Designers: IKEA, Rolf & Mette Hay

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Rolf and Mette Hay

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Petit Pli is like nothing I’ve seen before – designed to fit children from the ages of 6 to 36 months, Petit Pli grows with your child. The children’s garment is a holistic solution to a ‘growing’ problem – literally. The Petit Pli is windproof, waterproof and all things childproof.

The Petit Pli compensates for the drastic growth during a child’s earliest years. It’s known that children grow up to 7 sizes in their first 24 months after birth which equates to a lot of wasted clothing. The design of the Petit Pli is wonderful, it’s a cross where function and form collide to create a timeless get up. The versatile waterproof shells are pleated in such a way that they can grow bi-directionally to custom fit a range of sizes. Currently with a patent pending, Petit Pli’s technical materials and custom pleated design make for a lightweight, robust article of clothing, essential for any new parent. A genius piece of design and a gorgeous outcome that will have everyone wanting to get their hands on it.

Designer: Ryan Mario Yasin of Petit Pli

Environmental tech company Plume Labs are on a mission to educate and alert the public about the air they breathe – the pollution levels contained in the air and the effects they have on our day-to-day lives are much worse than we know. They’ve done this through the use of their new device called Flow – the smart air quality tracker to help you find fresh air and take action to avoid pollution. Claiming that 40% of Americans are exposed to excessive smog levels where pollution causes nearly half a million early deaths a year, it seems as though Flow is a lot more of a need than a necessity.

Flow and those at Plume Labs are working with advanced data scientists to forecast real- time air pollution levels around the world to alert their users to avoid these smog heavy locations. Using the device and integrated app, Flow can help you upload your data to combine with other users, mapping out the pollution levels in surrounding areas. 73% of the app’s active users report it already helped them change their routine to avoid smog spikes in their city.

Designed in collaboration with Frog, Flow’s elegant body, versatile design and durable materials make it the perfect environmental companion to find fresh air wherever you go. Flow doesn’t have an over complicated design. Accented by the leather strap on the top, the device has a very warm feel to it. Flow is packed full of cutting-edge R&D in sensors, data and atmospheric sciences to guide those serious about their own health, into areas or routes with greater air quality. The only criticism I would have for this product is the accompanying charging base – its very simple design (often a positive compliment) compared to the Flow device itself makes this appear as an afterthought in this case.

Designer: Frog Design for Plume Labs

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