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18 Combatting Indifference

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8 From the Editor

Michael Kahwaji, IDSA, IDEA 2018 Jury Chair

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20 IDEA 2018 Jury

10 Beautility

169 2018 Featured Finalists

Tucker Viemeister, FIDSA

14 Design Defined Britt Ashcraft

16 IDSA Honors

188 2018 Featured Finalists – Students 190 2018 Index of Winners

Santa Barbara, CA Covestro, Pittsburgh, PA Crown Equipment, New Bremen, OH Eastman Chemical Co., Kingsport, TN McAndrews, Held & Malloy, Ltd., Chicago, IL Metaphase Design Group Inc., St. Louis, MO Samsung Design America, San Francisco, CA TEAGUE, Seattle, WA THRIVE, Atlanta, GA Tupperware, Orlando, FL

2018 IDEA Winners 32 Best in Show and Gold IDEA in Student Designs WIM – Interactive Stroke Therapy Lighting the Way to Healing 34 Curator’s Choice and Gold IDEA in Children’s Products SNOO Peace for All

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36 Chair’s Award, Plastics Innovation Award and Gold IDEA in Medical & Health Eargo Discreet Hearing 38 People’s Choice and Gold IDEA in Design Strategy TurboTax Visual System Redesign Demystifying the Complex

Left: IDEA Gold winner, Definitive Autonomous Car Experience, page 80.

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Cover photo: IDEA Gold winner, TURF, page 100. Innovation is the quarterly journal of the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), the professional organization serving the needs of US industrial designers. Reproduction in whole or in part—in any form—without the written permission of the publisher is prohibited. The opinions expressed in the bylined articles are those of the writers and not necessarily those of IDSA. IDSA reserves the right to decline any advertisement that is contrary to the mission, goals and guiding principles of the Society. The appearance of an ad does not constitute an endorsement by IDSA. All design and photo credits are listed as provided by the submitter. Innovation is printed on recycled paper with soy-based inks. The use of IDSA and FIDSA after a name is a registered collective membership mark. Innovation (ISSN No. 0731-2334 and USPS No. 0016-067) is published quarterly by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA)/Innovation, 555 Grove St., Suite 200, Herndon, VA 20170. Periodical postage at Sterling, VA 20164 and at additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to IDSA/Innovation, 555 Grove St., Suite 200, Herndon, VA 20170, USA. ©2018 Industrial Designers Society of America. Vol. 37, No. 3, 2018; Library of Congress Catalog No. 82-640971; ISSN No. 0731-2334; USPS 0016-067.

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COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL 56 Intel SSD Ruler Powerfully Slim 58 Magic Carpet Pro Supporting Creators 60 RADIUS™ Temporary Site Light When & Where You Need It 62 Square Register Cha-Ching 64 Silver Winners 65 Bronze Winners CONSUMER TECHNOLOGY 68 Google Home Max & Google Home Mini Incognito Tech 70 Google Pixel 2, Google Pixel 2 XL & Google Pixel 2 Cases A Connected Ecosystem AUTOMOTIVE & TRANSPORTATION 40 MOTOROiD Forging a Human-Machine Bond 42 Silver Winners BRANDING 47 Wireless Audio VL Series Visual Identity System Geometry of Sound 49 Silver Winners 50 Bronze Winners CHILDREN’S PRODUCTS 51 Posse Saddle Up 53 Silver Winners 55 Bronze Winners

Above: IDEA Gold winner, RADIUS™ Temporary Site Light, page 60. Right: IDEA Gold winner, Flirt Collection, page 106.

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72 Google Pixelbook & Pixelbook Pen Stretching Boundaries 74 Light L16 Capturing True Intent 76 Silver Winners 78 Bronze Winners DESIGN STRATEGY 79 Silver Winners DIGITAL INTERACTION 80 The Definitive Autonomous Car Experience Design from the Inside Out 82 Silver Winners

ENTERTAINMENT 84 nuraphone The Secret to Perfect Sound Is You! 86 88 94

VIVE Focus Unlimited Freedom Silver Winners Bronze Winners

ENVIRONMENTS 96 SEAt Let Me Introduce You to Nature

LIFESTYLE & ACCESSORIES 128 Bronze Winner 129 Silver Winner MEDICAL & HEALTH 130 Abaxis VetScan VUE Improving Diagnoses 132 Silver Winners 135 Bronze Winners

98 Transmission-Field Tandem The Spirit of Wine 100 TURF Acoustic Ceiling Tile System SHHH... 102 Silver Winners 104 Bronze Winners FURNITURE & LIGHTING 106 Flirt Collection Collaborative Seating 108 110 111

Fulton Rocker for HBF A Modern Interpretation Silver Winner Bronze Winners

HOME 114 GROHE Sense & Sense Guard Smart Water 116 118 126

Nest Cam IQ Outdoor Nest Secure Doing More, Demanding Less Silver Winners Bronze Winners

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OUTDOOR & GARDEN 140 Silver Winner PACKAGING 141 Bronze Winners 142 Silver Winners SERVICE DESIGN 144 Southwest Airlinesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Wayfinding Prototype Flying through the Airport 146 Silver Winner SOCIAL IMPACT DESIGN 147 Silver Winners 149 Bronze Winner SPORTS, LEISURE & RECREATION 149 Bronze Winners STUDENT DESIGNS 150 Stance Prosthesis: Beauty, Function, Affordability Customized to Person and Place 152 The Urbanette, A Home Like No Other Sustainable Play OFFICE & ACCESSORIES 136 Expansion Cityline A Connected Workplace 138 Silver Winners 141 Bronze Winners Above: IDEA Bronze winner, BEARPOLE, page 166.

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fully ensure that the digital and physical experiences are quote comes across my feed from time to time that seamlessly combined prior to release. What would an iPhone goes “Perfection is the enemy of good.” Wikipedia be without an iOS but a very expensive paperweight? In no tells us these words are commonly attributed to the way do I mean to downplay the effort and attention to detail 18th-century French writer and philosopher Voltaire, who put into today’s digital products and services or their impact actually lifted them from an even earlier Italian proverb. I on modern society. However, a new software update can wonder how Voltaire would have applied these words in a always be pushed out in order to address a digital problem, 21st-century context, given that when I hear the phrase it is but the same cannot be said for the hardware. typically used as an analogy for some new type of business I think for industrial designers the idea of perfection is strategy or in the tech world where shipping a (digital) something altogether different. product is done at tremendous speed. The phrases “fail At this year’s International Design Excellence Awards early, fail often” and “move fast and break things” also echo presentation and gala event in New Orleans, the notion that the sentiment that it’s more important to make incremental “perfection is the enemy of good” was completely put aside. progress than it is to delay for absolute excellence. These awards symbolize that perfection Platforms such as Kickstarter might is a goal not to be compromised. They suggest that designing and manufacturing Perfection is celebrate that excellence is the perfect a product is far easier than it looks. Yet balance between design innovation, user there are multiple examples of projects the enemy of good. experience, benefit to the client, benefit that meet or dramatically exceed their —Voltaire to society and appropriate aesthetics. funding goals and still end up falling flat in It’s not enough to produce something the actual making stages of the endeavor. beautiful when so much more must be considered in order Why? Because making physical things is actually quite for a product have a real impact. All of this points to the idea difficult. The nuances of materials, manufacturing and that time is on the side of perfection. assembly alone can create a dizzying set of challenges for Scott Wilson, IDSA, stated from the podium that his a design team to work through. When economies of scale Gold-winning Fulton Rocker has been one of the longest are added, the complexity grows exponentially. To its credit, projects of his storied career. Similarly, Qin Li, IDSA, and Kickstarter observed this trend a few years ago and updated the design team at fuseproject worked on the Curator’s its requirements for projects that aim to produce physical Choice–winning SNOO for six years before it was ready to products. Its guidelines state that projects cannot use to see the light of day. I’m sure these two examples are renderings alone to illustrate their idea. They must also show not alone among the top designs featured in this issue of actual images of a physical prototype in use. This helps set INNOVATION. The projects shown here surely represent expectations and proves that the makers have taken the leap countless hours of effort and late nights sacrificed by into the physical world with their idea. Still, many projects dedicated designers who decided that perfection wasn’t a never make it into the hands of eager backers. good enough stopping point. Instead, they were on a quest The fact that many of today’s industrial designed to reach a higher standard. That of excellence. It’s in this products are deeply connected to a massive digital rarified space that true perfection is exemplified. ecosystem exerts further pressure on the design team to

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IDEA 2018

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elcome to IDSA’s yearly collection of the best in design from around the world. As I like to say, every issue is a time capsule, and this year is no exception. The designs honored in these pages serve as a barometer of the time we live in and the trends that are driving innovation this year. And what a year it promises to be. I am calling it the year of the big pivot! Design thinking continues to be very much in demand as society and business look to designers for inspiration and new methods for agile innovation. Design is consistently featured and discussed in journals, articles, business books and publications. But the talking about it is over and the doing something about it has begun in earnest. The big pivot includes design being integrated into management consultancies, for example, who are growing the capability at a faster rate than stand-alone firms ever could or corporations, with some possible exceptions like Samsung and LG, ever had the appetite to do. The products in this Yearbook are a representation of this moment when we see the stock market at an all-time high, a rising trend toward on-shoring manufacturing, and more and more companies wanting to create and produce things locally. Corporations are wishing to become more agile no matter what they produce. Large companies are competing with each other and with startups in an effort to be more nimble. As I have highlighted before, entrepreneurs are our new heroes, and we are all mobile workers these days. That said, mammoth companies that have become nimble at scale are the new model for success. Think Google, Airbnb, Uber. All this new, new is well represented in this issue. And the big pivot has been embraced by IDSA as well. In New Orleans this year we celebrated the IDEA winners on the opening night of a newly refreshed annual event branded

the IDC, the International Design Conference. The event was pure IDSA magic, unfolding like clockwork and beautifully profiling the work of over 100 designers and teams, many of whom were in attendance. If you haven’t been to an IDEA ceremony in a while, you are missing out. It’s an amazing experience to live the best of design all at once in a room of euphoric colleagues sharing the moment together. In the spirit of renewal, the length of the IDC was shortened to two full days instead of three. Two amazingly full and interesting days of speakers presenting nontraditional subject matter. The venue was refashioned from the traditional hotel environment to a nifty new stage and conference area in an old rehabbed sugar factory. Each day was MC’d by nontraditional moderators, John Maeda and Debbie Millman, John coming from a tech mind-set and Debbie from a brand design perspective. Both were fabulous in their own way. During the event, great respect was paid to the previously shifting landscape beneath our feet, which has now gained solid purchase, as the big pivot signifies, and design’s emergence in the world as a serious player on every stage was celebrated. In addition, there were many concrete and positive takeaways from this year’s IDEA winners about the current trends. They are comforting proof that a global spirit of invention and making is alive and well. In this outstanding collection of award-winning designs there is cause for optimism and hope embodied in products that improve and make better the human condition. So please enjoy this, IDSA’s yearly collection that is the best in design from around the world. As you read through it, remember that yes, this issue, like each issue before it, is an important and meaningful reflection of our time. This issue marks a big pivot in our collective conversation where design is no longer just being talked about—it’s being acted on. —Mark Dziersk, FIDSA, INNOVATION Executive Editor mark@lunar.com

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The Gold-winning team from Google poses on the red carpet.

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BLENDING OVER BACKWARDS don’t just bend it. “Design your curve, Make a curve that uses the tension of the wire.

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—Rowena Reed Kostellow

fter World War II, plastic wasn’t just a material—it defined the era. The joy of this new universal material freed designers to create a new future—anything they wanted! Plastic: moldable, bendable and blendable. My dad used to tell the story about when he was working at Lippincott in the 1940s designing a new Packard. Back then the preferred drawing media was pastels that naturally rendered organic plastic forms. The full-size rendering was too big to fit on their desks, so they rolled a big piece of paper out in the hall and drew on the floor. The surface was so huge, he said that in blending surfaces they rubbed all the fingerprints off their fingers. Blending is a lot of work. It may seem like a skill that is out of style these days—both as a design style and as a strategy. Blends are flexible, elastic; they’re neither here nor there, this or that. We design products so they stand out on the shelf or on Twitter where blending in is a recipe for defeat! But smoothing things over is a critical skill now on all levels. It turns down the volume, reduces noise, confusion, irritation, shock and even disgust. Blending is probably one of the last things robots will be able to do because it requires the human eye and hand to smooth surfaces, textures and colors so you can’t tell where one part ends and the next begins. Blending is a tricky and time-consuming process. Graphic designers spend days kerning the spacing between letters to avoid awkward gaps or interference so that the letters look like they relate nicely and the whole word seems unnoticeably balanced. I spent hours working with Lance Wyman blending the corners of his geometric graphic symbols, perfecting the form, smoothing the transitions, removing the bumps that, like potholes, you don’t see until you hit ’em! Even though you might not consciously perceive visual noise—we feel it when things are not right. I sweated out hours in Charles Pollock’s basement prototyping his Penelope chair, designed with Tracy Tooker (shown left),

not just because the summer was hot, but because he made me rebend the steel rod to adjust it a “millionth of an inch” more (and then less) to remove little imperfections in the lines. He was sensitive to the gross gesture and what was disrupting the movement of the form that normal people aren’t aware of—but that made a difference! Designers know that little things matter—color, proportions and beauty subconsciously bend behavior. Chuck’s teacher (and mine), Rowena Reed Kostellow, developed exercises at Pratt like “Lines in Space” to teach us how to how control lines, form and space: “Design your curve, don’t just bend it. Make a curve that uses the tension of the wire. Don’t torture the wire too much.” It is one of the most difficult exercises, but “understanding the wire problem can help you with any three-dimensional organization”— actually the rules of composition are metaphors that can help in any organization! Disruption is the opposite of blending. They are both important tools for design, but today we need more smoothing than clashing. Read between Rowena’s lines: A radical move like Brexit needs a smooth transition, and maybe if America had a smoother transition after the Civil War, the Confederates wouldn’t still be rebels today! PTSD research shows that disruptions like violent police action or separating children from their parents have lasting impact generations later as demonstrated by the continuing results of slavery on our fellow Americans. Eliminating chaos (mess, confusion, pain points) is an essential motivation for designers—a more comfortable handle, a better looking printer, a simpler calculator. A smooth line, proportions, organized mechanisms, harmonious colors all reduce disorder, turmoil. Radical modernist Dan Friedman put it more bluntly: Designers are the “janitors whose job it was to clean up the graphic messes of corporate America.” In the old days blacksmiths and craftspeople naturally made beautiful objects because they were working with their own

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hands; they coaxed the form from the material, feeling the shapes, watching the gesture develop. Students who file and sand their own models naturally resolve the forms with the motion of their arms and the feeling in their fingers so that the car they make looks good in real life, not just in the side-view pinup. With this kind of physical knowledge, designers can cook up seductive renderings on their computer. And use ergonomics to avoid strain injuries and lead to things like the rubber handles on OXO GoodGrips that signal the task can even be fun! A beautiful form and a graceful curve have the same effect on the user as an efficient use of materials, an elegant invention or a happy smile. We not only need to know how to make beautiful designs; we also need to know how to sell good design by explaining why a good design looks better and why this shape is better than that one. Good designers can describe how the accent of this line is directing the user that way or how these two curves are harmonious and could soothe the patient. In “Redesigned Room, Hospital Patients May Feel Better Already” (New York Times, Aug. 21, 2014), Michael Kimmelman wrote, “Good design really can make you better faster. Several hundred decisions, major and minuscule, common-sensual and arcane, went into configuring the room. … Studies show that people get well faster in nice hospital rooms.” Rowena said, “Think of dependent and independent visual balance. Each form in your composition should be responsive to every other form. Strive to create a total experience in which all of the elements work together.” It’s the hook that grabs you, the melody that keeps you humming the hit tune all day. It’s why even CEOs want things to look good! The most obvious characteristic of an awardwinning design is that it looks good! Our design awards not only recognize successful solutions— the winners prove it with good looks! While we were judging the new graduate-level Student Merit

Awards, Scott Klinker, the 3D designer-in-residence at the Cranbrook Academy of Art, told me, “In the traditional sense, design is about form giving— that is, connecting ideas and forms in a way that communicates effectively. Even programs that are ‘theory-based’ should deliver form. In my program we sometimes use the acronym N.I.P.E.—nice idea/poorly executed.” The problem, the approach, forward thinking, plus advancing the discipline of design and contributing to the profession are the criteria for the Student Merit Awards. Each is individually important, but grading those essential elements of industrial design separately doesn’t necessarily add up to a beautiful form— especially if beauty is not even recognized as one of the criteria! It is easier for people to read the beautiful form than the description to understand why we are celebrating them. The point of choosing worthy problems and developing a smart strategy is to design a beautiful product. Let’s not forget that it’s possible to follow all the steps and end up with a bad experience—especially if you don’t care or don’t know how to make something look good. We all know how important blending is to rendering—but today blending is a strategy with broader implications. Making smooth transitions is good design and good for civilization, and those are not separate. The Arts and Crafts movement hero William Morris believed that ugliness is as much of an enemy of the human spirit as poverty! Beauty is important. It’s not something extra. Rowena Reed Kostellow said, “Pure, unadulterated Beauty should be the goal of civilization.” Blending in may not seem like a powerful thing, but reducing noise, confusion, disorder, mess is what civilization does and actually what civilized means. In a word, that’s Beautility. —Tucker Viemeister, FIDSA www.tuckerviemeister.com

The OXO Good Grips designed by Smart Design and OXO International received a Gold IDEA in 1992 and a Designs of the Decade in 2000.

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PROBLEMS ARE YOUR GREATEST ASSESTS

here most people run away, I run toward. As design director at Ashcraft Design, I fight the natural instinct to shy away from or ignore difficult situations. It’s my job to embrace problems. Sometimes I even search them out when they aren’t even there. Over my 14-year career as an industrial designer, I have seen a lot of companies treat problems as temporary annoyances that need to be quickly dealt with in order to get back to business as usual. Few companies treat problems as catalysts for growth. I get it, though. It’s human nature to want to avoid conflict; no one likes the uncomfortable feeling that comes with adversity. The irony is that conflict is crucial to growth. It’s the key to innovation. When problems happen, the only way to overcome them is to solve them. Not giving them the attention they deserve puts companies at risk. Companies need to learn to embrace problems as opportunities rather

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than temporary fires that need to be put out. More than just a nuisance, problems are opportunities for reinvention. At Ashcraft Design, conflict is central to process. Without it, you fail to learn and grow. Understanding how to utilize that conflict to your advantage is crucial to getting breakthrough results. At the foundation of any product or experience are three pillars: art, technology and emotion. Each resonates with consumers; although at times they conflict with one another. Innovation bridges the conflict between art, technology and emotion to create successful products and experiences that resonate with consumers’ lifestyles. Companies often lose sight of their customer and the innovation needed to tie these pillars together. They begin chasing short-term profits; making investors happy becomes more important than making the customer happy. Processes are put in place to help the companies

old ones, “Problems open doors to new industries,anddisrupt create breakthrough products and experiences.

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run more efficiently, and they become comfortable with their position in the market. As a result, an inferior product or experience is created that doesn’t meet market expectations, and loyal customers are lost while others look elsewhere. The company loses sight of why it started in the first place. Complacency and efficiency can suffocate innovation. Of course, I’m not advocating eliminating processes or efficiencies. I am advocating a need for companies to distance themselves from their traditional way of thinking to break free from expected solutions. There are hundreds of companies innovating, waiting for the opportunity to take the lead and your market share. Companies must consistently innovate or die. By creating a framework for strategic design through understanding and giving proper context to problems, breakthrough ideas can be consistently discovered. Here are a few steps for how at Ashcraft Design we turn problems into assets: Be open to failure. Don’t just fail; learn from it and adjust ideas accordingly—otherwise it’s a wasted opportunity. Ideas need to be tested and analyzed based on a set of preestablished criteria. Failing generates important data that can be used as stepping stones to new solutions. Think of different ways to approach the problem. Each new angle brings the possibility of a new idea. Understand there isn’t any one correct answer to any problem. Ask why multiple times to help clearly define and drill down to the root of a problem. Throw away all assumptions. Assumptions build invisible boundaries and create mental blocks. Eliminate assumptions by thinking of crazy and impractical ideas, and then figure out how these ideas can become better and more practical. Cross-pollinate. Leverage ideas across products, experiences and industries. What may seem simple and straightforward in one category may be completely groundbreaking in another. Observe beyond your own industry and expertise.

Diversify. Make sure your team consists of people with different interests, backgrounds, education and skills. Be willing to listen and execute ideas different from your own. Different perspectives allow ideas to head in directions not possible with people of a similar mindset. Narrow your focus, but don’t be too restrictive. As designers we like to think we work best outside of limitations, to mentally roam free uninhibited by boundaries. Unfortunately, this way of thinking creates ambiguous solutions that do not solve any particular problem and quickly leads to creative blocks. Your mind wanders to many different places and fails to focus on one area long enough to solve the problem. The more specific the question, however, the more dialed in and focused you must be to solve it. It backs you into a corner that requires creative solutions to get out of it. Observe and empathize with customers. Look for behavioral, cultural and motivational insights to tap into customer needs, desires and aspirations. Shaping the future through impactful design and disruptive thinking requires understanding who that future is being created for. Research is useless if you don’t know what questions to ask and how to interpret the data. Figure out how key insights get consumers the solution they never knew they needed. Too often companies focus on problems, failing to see opportunities. Problems open doors to new industries, disrupt old ones, and create breakthrough products and experiences. When you focus only on what’s wrong, you fail to see what could be right. Change your perspective and see your problems as assets. The key to any successful business is being able to transform problems from liabilities into assets. The brands that rise to the top use problems as leverage for growth. This approach to design drives innovation, brings new customers, grows profitability and increases sales. —Britt Ashcraft, Design Director, Ashcraft Design bashcraft@ashcraftdesign.com

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Paul Hatch, FIDSA, 2018 IDSA Fellowship Inductee

THE GENUINE ARTICLE

edicating over 25 years of service to the field, Paul Hatch, FIDSA, has inspired and nurtured countless young designers on a global scale. He was inducted into the Society’s Academy of Fellows at the 2018 IDSA International Conference in New Orleans, LA, to the acclaim of his fellow designers, including colleague and nominator Marianne Grisdale, FIDSA. “Paul embodies the spirit of the type of designer that I believe most IDSA members hope to see honored,” Grisdale shares. “He is the genuine article.” Born in Lichfield, UK, Hatch was a member of Germany’s Verband Deutscher Industrie Designer e.V., or VDID, a professional organization founded for the purpose of mediating between industry and designers. He earned his bachelor’s degree in industrial design from Northumbria University, largely considered one of the top 10 ID courses in the world. In 1993, he became the senior industrial designer at TEAMS Design GmbH in Esslingen, Germany, a decision that would have major implications for Hatch’s extensive career. TEAMS Design expanded to the United States in 1998, opening its doors in Chicago under Hatch’s leadership and subsequently promoting him as president of the branch. Specializing in global product-oriented brand development and communication, TEAMS Design now boasts five studios worldwide. The company’s success is due in no small part to Hatch, who was elected to serve as CEO of TEAMS USA in 2015. JohnPaul Kusz, FIDSA, shares: “Through Hatch’s support and generosity, TEAMS quickly became identified as a reliable resource, not only as a venue for many IDSA chapter events but as a pool of willing and engaged designers who continue to be encouraged by him to … give back to the design community.” Hatch is also nationally recognized for his substantial contributions to the nonprofit organization DesignHouse, which he co-founded with Pam Daniels and Susan Page Estes. A steadily growing enterprise (reaching five cities in the first two years), DesignHouse fosters collaboration between designers and local manufacturers and revitalizes local businesses with creative ideas and initiatives. As a member of the board of directors, Hatch, along with fellow 16

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board member Tim Fletcher, FIDSA, continues to monitor the rising popularity of the organization. “Paul’s respect and care for the ID profession,” says Fletcher, “has been a light to all who have encountered him. His enthusiasm for helping professionals, educators and students alike is a testament to his passion for our profession.” Hatch’s involvement in IDSA is extensive. A prolific public speaker, he chaired IDSA’s 2013 International Conference in Chicago, Breaking the Rules, and the Midwest District Design Conferences in 2004–2006. As a fellow member of Chicago’s thriving design community, Mark Dziersk, FIDSA, has had the pleasure of witnessing Hatch’s contributions firsthand: “As a leader, Paul is always inventive and inclusive, [and] I have found my interactions with him always result in a positive and satisfying experience. As a reflection of IDSA, I believe Paul to be … a perfect example of when the very best intentions meet the ability to put them into action.” Hatch’s colleagues are universal in their acknowledgement of his volunteering efforts. His free time is often dedicated to talking with students about ID as a career, and he has a history of volunteering the TEAMS Design space to student groups. “From the very start of his career,” shares Marianne Grisdale, “Paul has passionately … striven to foster, mentor and be part of the design community in an integral way.” Jeevak Badve, vice president and director of strategic growth of Sundberg-Ferar, adds that he is often inspired by Hatch’s efforts and hopes that the rest of the design community will continue to take notice: “We … need more people who have attributes like Paul to further the fundamental cause of why we became designers in the first place. We need people with an altruistic goal to create a more meaningful awareness of our beloved profession, and I see Paul as a hands-on steward of that job.” Hatch will add IDSA Fellowship to an already impressive collection of awards and accolades, including IDSA’s Design of the Decade award and Extreme Volunteerism Award. In 2009, he became the third design professional in history to be awarded the prestigious Midwest Honors for Outstanding Achievement. n

Steven Umbach, FIDSA, 2017 IDSA Fellowship Inductee

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s founder and president of the esteemed Umbach Consulting Group, it’s safe to say that Steven Umbach, FIDSA, feels quite at ease in a room of industrial designers. This did not prepare him, however, for the moment he heard that he had been selected for induction into the IDSA Academy of Fellows, announced officially at the 2018 International Conference in New Orleans, LA. The reveal was a welcomed one for those in attendance, including Vicki Matranga, H/IDSA, who met Umbach at an IDSA conference in 2012 and subsequently nominated him for this award. “Steven Umbach is a fine example of the best qualities of an IDSA Fellow,” she shares, “[and] an excellent ambassador for the industrial design profession and the IDSA. A seasoned practitioner and educator, he personifies integrity, wisdom, insight and good humor.” Umbach’s 37-year career has had a major influence on a number of design sectors. Having earned his BFA in industrial design from the Rhode Island School of Design, College of Architecture and a Master of Science in management degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology, Umbach went on to fulfill leadership roles at several prestigious design consultancies and firms, including marketing manager of new product platforms for Compaq Computer, senior director of industrial design and mechanical engineering for Telxon, and manager of industrial design for Bissell Homecare. Considered by his colleagues to be a true right-brain and left-brain thinker, Umbach founded his own design management consultancy in 2001, focusing on corporate management and new product development. The Umbach Consulting Group serves a long list of prominent clients, including Dell, Bose, Socrates Health Solutions and many others. Recognized for producing investor-grade conceptual design work, the firm strives to bridge the gap between industry and design. “Steven’s leadership on the board and support of hosting conferences exemplifies the true essence of being a member of IDSA,” says Joe Jasinski, director of design at Dell. “He has driven and impacted our work within Dell to support and be active with IDSA and to take advantage of the great membership benefits. [We]

Umbach was selected in 2017 but attended the 2018 IDC to receive his honor.

have benefited from his active engagement with IDSA and pushing our discipline to be the best we can be.” When he’s not impressing clients with his design process knowledge, Umbach enjoys volunteering his time at IDSA conferences. He served as the IDSA At-Large Director in 2010–2011 and Chair of the 2014 IDSA International Conference in Austin, TX. Umbach’s work with the 2014 conference had longlasting effects on the design series, the organizational templates of which guided much of the planning for the 2017 conference. Between 1983 and 2007, he served as the IDSA Boston Chapter Treasurer, the Florida Chapter Chair and the Texas Chapter Southern Vice-Chair. Recalling Umbach’s time on the 2013 IDEA jury, Vicki Matranga shares, “Steve seriously considered the submissions and import of the judge’s decisions. In his calm voice of experience and encouragement, Steve evaluated the student work and carefully discussed the merits with his peer judges. He showed his measured educator side as he expected diligence and skills in the entries while being considerate of the students’ level of understanding and often with a smile.” Perhaps the most noteworthy of Umbach’s accolades, however, is his earnest dedication to design education. He has been a lecturer and adjunct faculty member at the University of Houston (UH) since 2004, and in this time he has mentored countless design students and summer interns. He was the first to introduce a human factors for designers curriculum at UH, and personally taught the first class of graduating students from the nascent program. Jared Vanscoder, IDSA, who encountered Umbach as a UH student, describes the preeminent designer and award winner, “Steven was able to instill in us a passion for not only great design but a working knowledge of research and process needed to fully execute user-centered design. As an instructor, Steven possesses a rare balance of professional aptitude, patience and understanding that has produced hundreds of professional designers.” Umbach’s work has been recognized by IDSA as one of the 10 Best Designs of the Decade (Synathic Rumen Injector, 1990) and has placed prestigiously at a number of IDEA conferences since 1983. n INNOVATION FALL 2018

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COMBATTING INDIFFERENCE

oday’s society is surrounded by not only political drama and tension, but the indifference that can result from a misguided perception that individual actions

cannot spark lasting change. That apathy brings to mind this quote from Dieter Rams: “Indifference towards people and the reality in which they live is actually the one and only cardinal sin in design.” In order to combat the destructive effects of indifference, we, as designers, must be changemakers, both individually and as a community.

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This year’s International Design Excellence Awards have reinforced this positive shift in design and its global impact. Not only are we seeing products that truly leverage users’ wants and needs, but we’re also noticing a consistent elevation of quality design from our friends around the globe. Notable examples include designs coming from China and Korea, countries that have established themselves as dependable true contenders, rather than dark horses. As elevated human-centered design becomes more ubiquitous around the world, we can finally take the focus off where good design typically originates, and focus more on why and how good design comes about.

Drawing from my life experiences, I’ve developed these three beliefs: First, anything is possible if you know who to invite to the table. Second, inclusive and empathic design is critical to the success of a product. And finally, designs need to be attainable, have purpose, and improve lives—in other words, they must be created for more than just design’s sake. Historically, these changes have happened because, as designers, we intuitively try to avoid indifference. We are grounded in the reality of today, but, unlike others, we have a unique ability to keep a pulse on the reality—or realities—of tomorrow. And today, more than ever, we have a responsibility to use this position to look beyond the apathy around us and inspire our peers. The catalyst for this improvement has been more than the awareness of these future realities, but also the need for cross-disciplinary collaboration and global diversity. Having more diverse teams with global influences is truly allowing design to become a universal language. In recent years, I have been happy to see that more designers, consultants, and corporations are making shifts into solutions that value diversity and multidisciplinary teams. Embracing the belief that diverse teams are crucial in resisting indifference, I’m pleased to have curated the 2018 IDEA jury with talented, forward-thinking, and cross-disciplinary designers and influencers. This year we crafted a jury that is truly reflective of our industry by including international jurors, improving gender equality, and better representing the different fields of design: from educators to strategists to designers, to experts in packaging, environments, and products. I couldn’t be more proud of this group for their diligent work and critical discussions about all the entries. It will be no surprise to those reading this that the role of sitting on the IDEA jury is a huge technical and creative challenge. It is also an opportunity to exercise integrity and the kind of ethical checks and balances that governments across the globe would do well to emulate. As you enjoy viewing the results of this year’s IDEA winners, I ask you to reflect on the evolution of positive, innovative design. What is the next shift, and how will we influence it? How can we leverage our industry to lead the world in reducing waste—including within our own industry? How can we prompt improvements in education and resource protection? How can we break down regional barriers and celebrate cultural differences? And, most importantly, how can we inspire our world to be less indifferent to people and their realities? n —Michael Kahwaji, MFA, IDSA, Senior Design Manager, Whirlpool Corporation, michael_kahwaji@whirlpool.com

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MEET THE IDEA 2018 JURY IDEA 2018 Jury Chair Michael Kahwaji, IDSA | Whirlpool Corp. Michael Kahwaji is senior design manager at Whirlpool Corp., responsible for brand implementation and product development in the home cleaning category. Previously at Whirlpool, Kahwaji was a design lead for a variety of categories: cooking, refrigeration, new business creation and KitchenAid brand development. Prior to Whirpool, Kahwaji worked as an industrial designer at Zircon Corp. in San Jose, CA, developing DIY and commercial-grade tools and as a graphic designer at DesignCrew in Pasadena, CA. Kahwaji serves on the MFA Advisory Council at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit and is an adjunct design instructor at the University of Notre Dame. He received his MFA in industrial design from the University of Notre Dame and a BS in industrial design from Western Michigan University. Kahwaji also collaborates with installation artists and has shown his work nationally and internationally.

Above: Partial jury on-site at The Henry Ford Museum for the second round of judging.

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Tor Alden, IDSA | HS Design, Inc.

Jordan Bahler, IDSA | Delta Faucet Company

As principal and CEO of HS Design, Tor Alden brings expertise in design research, strategic thinking and innovative product development to all the firm’s programs. His passionate collaboration with clients has led to more than 40 patents and multiple design awards. His 25 years of experience ranges from complex life science, medical, pharmaceuticals delivery systems, wearables and consumer healthcare projects. Alden is an avid speaker and writer and consistently contributes to the technology, education and design industries. Actively involved in patient safety, he serves on the AAMI Human Factors Group Committee assisting with human factors use and usability guidance documents. Alden also serves on multiple advisory boards and has served as chair of IDSA’s Medical Special Interest Section. He earned his bachelor’s degree in ID from Syracuse University and his MS in technology management from Stevens Institute of Technology.

Jordan Bahler is a lead industrial designer at the Delta Faucet Company, which she joined in 2012. Previously, she was principal at Plaid Design Studio and an industrial designer at IMMI. Bahler has served as chair of the IDSA Indiana Chapter since 2015, has been an officer since 2010 and has been a member of IDSA Indiana since 2006. She is a board member of the Design Arts Society at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. She earned her bachelor’s degree in industrial design from Purdue University with a minor in computer graphics technology. Bahler aims to build an authentic lifestyle both at home and at work. She isn’t afraid to challenge the status quo and feels that the best designs solve problems the consumer didn’t even know they had.

Kristine Arth | Lobster Phone Kristine Arth is founder and principal designer at Lobster Phone, a San Francisco-based design firm. Prior to founding Lobster Phone, she was director of brand at fuseproject, where she led a team of multidisciplinary designers on global brands such as Western Digital, PayPal, SodaStream, Rivella and Nivea— as well as startups and non-profits like Ori Systems, Happiest Baby, SPRING Accelerator and Juicero. Arth started her career at the Chicago firms of Wunderman, Upshot and Leo Burnett. She covered brands such as MillerCoors, Coca-Cola, Burger King, P&G, Applebee’s and Microsoft. Arth was on the fuseproject team that designed the 2014 IDEA winner UP24 by Jawbone. Her work also has earned honors from Red Dot, the International Design Awards, iF Design, Spark, Transform magazine and The Dieline. Arth holds a BFA in graphic design from Columbia College Chicago.

Alina Butan | Nike Alina Butan currently resides in Portland, OR, where she is a divisional design director for footwear materials at Nike. She leads a team of talented designers with diverse backgrounds and skillsets that lead innovation for the Nike footwear experience. In her six-year tenure at Nike, she has held several roles, including design director for Nike Running, as well as for Jordan Brand footwear. Butan hails from Detroit, where she studied industrial design at the College for Creative Studies. She’s led the design of consumer electronics for companies such as frog, Motorola, Disney Consumer Products and Astro Studios. In 2009, her passion for deeper storytelling and trend-setting designs led her to shift her focus to color and material strategy. While at the Whirlpool Corp., she made an impact on the home goods industry with her introduction of the Whirlpool White Ice collection and the KitchenAid Black Stainless series.

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Kirsten Climer | Google Kirsten Climer is design lead, UX leadership team at Google. She works in experimental design to advance new human-centered artificial intelligence experiences. Climer believes that transformational design lies at the intersection of deep human insight, disruptive business models and breakthrough technology. Prior to Google, Climer was a design director at Smart Design in New York City. She led multidisciplinary teams in product development and service design, helping clients reimagine their brands to build deeper relevance for today’s customers. Her clients included Sephora, Under Armour, OXO, Simprints and Sanofi. Climer’s work has been recognized with three International Design Excellence Awards and the Core77 Design for Social Impact Award. Michael DiTullo | Michael DiTullo LLC For more than 20 years, Michael DiTullo has been designing iconic products and brand experiences for some of the largest brands in the world including Nike, Google, Motorola, Honda and Hasbro. He is equally comfortable speaking to a worker on a factory assembly line as he is addressing the chair of a Fortune 500 company. DiTullo’s work has garnered numerous awards and been featured in many publications and collections. His book Analog Dreams: Sketches of Michael DiTullo frequently is used as a primer in design schools around the world. DiTullo is founder and chief creative of Michael DiTullo LLC, a Leucadia, CA-based boutique design workshop. Located a block from the Pacific Ocean, the practice focuses on industry-leading halo projects across autonomous automotive, consumer electronics, luggage, IOT hardware, mobile devices, wearables, toys and conceptual Hollywood entertainment projects.

Sheng-Hung Lee, I/IDSA, and Jenni Light test out Silver winner Halo City.

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Mark Evans, PhD, I/IDSA | Loughborough University, UK Mark Evans earned the IDSA Education Award in 2016. Before joining Loughborough University as an educator and academic researcher, Evans held positions as a corporate and consultant industrial designer for clients that included British Airways, Unilever, British Gas and Honda. His teaching focuses on the core capabilities of industrial design, with related international roles as visiting professor to the United States, external examiner to Ireland and program review committee member in Australia. His diverse range of research projects has generated more than 100 peer-reviewed publications with appointments that include membership in the UK’s Arts and Humanities Research Council Peer Review College, visiting professor at the Rhode Island School of Design, editorial board member for two academic journals, and an international scholar at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Jose Gamboa | Hatch Idea Development Jose Gamboa helps business owners bring new products to market through market assessment, concept development, and design and prototyping, including production supervision. He began his career as an industrial designer with Husqvarna. In 2006, he collaborated with the supercar brand Pagani Automobili and Modena Design in the development of new products for the supercar brand Pagani. He worked in the infant mass market industry at Kids II and often traveled to Asia to oversee the manufacturing process. At the Slingshot Product Development Group, he headed design. In 2016, he started Hatch Idea Development. He also co-founded Sketching Lab, a three-day intensive design event in Costa Rica. He created Sketch Aerobics™, an innovative way to teach the basics of design sketching skills that enables new artists to draw perfect shapes almost immediately. Gamboa earned a master’s in ID from the Savannah College of Art and Design and later taught there as a fulltime faculty member.

Kegan Fisher | Frank Darling Kegan Fisher has a passion for bringing nascent technology to the leading edge of consumer product design. At Shapeways, the premier marketplace for 3D-printed products, Fisher built the factory of the future in Long Island City. She founded SOLS, a custom insole startup, leveraging computer vision, machine learning and 3D printing. SOLS was acquired by Aetrex Worldwide in 2017. In 2015, Fisher was recognized in Forbes and Inc magazines’ “30 Under 30” lists. She has been featured in Business Insider’s “30 Most Important Women Under 30 in Tech” list. Fisher holds a BS in industrial design and manufacturing from Pratt Institute. Fisher actively works with design- and hardware-focused founders. She serves as a mentor at TechStars and sits on the advisory board of Manucore and Harvard Ventures.

Claire Gottschalk | ChefSteps Claire Gottschalk strives to create designs that grow businesses, come alive through technology, minimize waste and bring joy to people. As a strategic industrial designer with 15 years of experience, Gottschalk holds more than 22 design and utility patents in technology and has earned several prestigious awards. Her professional work at companies including Valve and Microsoft has allowed Gottschalk to help design and ship products including Xbox, Steam Controller and the Vive (in collaboration with HTC). Most recently, she has pursued her passion for cooking and joined the team at ChefSteps in Seattle. Gottschalk received an MSID from Art Center College of Design including INSEAD (Singapore) and a BFA from Rhode Island School of Design with an MIT collaboration.

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Marc Greuther | The Henry Ford

Cory Herbst, IDSA | Stryker Corp.

Marc Greuther is chief curator and senior director of historical resources at The Henry Ford. He has a bachelor’s degree in art history from the Courtauld Institute of Art, University of London, and nearly three decades of experience with collections at The Henry Ford. His seven years as a member of the institution’s Historic Operating Machinery Unit involved him in the operational stewardship of a wide range of artifacts—from 19th-century machine tools and steam engines to late20th-century robots and production equipment. As curator of industry and design, Greuther has broadened and deepened the institution’s technology, innovation and design holdings. Greuther has made many media appearances on behalf of the institution—most recently as part of The Henry Ford’s Innovation Nation television show for CBS and as a writer for Make magazine and the Society for the History of Technology’s quarterly, Technology and Culture. In 2010, Greuther served on IDSA’s Designs of the Decade jury.

Cory Herbst graduated from Western Michigan University in 2000 and began his industrial design career at Johnson Outdoors. He designed unique recreational watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, fishing boats, sailboats and pontoon boats. After several years in the outdoor recreation industry, Herbst joined Stryker Corporation in 2004. Since then, he has designed and developed a wide array of medical products, including hospital beds, stretchers and clinical furniture offerings. Herbst has led traditional industrial design efforts as well as those in graphic design, user interface design and service design. Additionally, Herbst has led Stryker Medical’s Craftsmanship Assessment and Usability Testing initiatives.

Dan Harden, IDSA | Whipsaw Inc. Dan Harden is president, CEO, principal designer and co-founder of Whipsaw Inc., designing diverse products and brand experiences for Cisco, Clorox, Ford, GE, Google, Haier, Intel, Leitz, Merck, Motorola, Nike, Olympus, Samsung, Sony and TP-Link, as well as many startups. Throughout Harden’s prolific consulting career, he has designed hundreds of successful products in diverse fields ranging from baby bottles to supercomputers for major international brands. He has won 252 design awards, including 39 IDEAs, and been granted over 300 patents. Fast Company named him one of the “100 Most Creative People,” calling Harden “design’s secret weapon.” His views and work have been widely published in books, blogs and magazines such as Time, Wired, Abitare, Axis, BusinessWeek, CNN, Fortune, Metropolis and Newsweek. Harden was inducted into the World Technology Network in 2013, which honors those doing “the most innovative work of the greatest likely long-term significance.”

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Summer Hill | Schurman Retail Group-Papyrus Summer Hill is the director of product design and development at Schurman Retail Group-Papyrus, where she has released more than a thousand products in the last three years. At both SRG and RedEnvelope, she has led gifting and personal expression product design efforts in North America and the UK while traveling extensively to manage teams in China, India, Thailand and Europe. Her designs have been distributed widely through outlets including Papyrus, RedEnvelope, Clinton’s and Carlton Cards. Hill began her career at the Chicago toy invention group Meyer/Glass. Then she practiced environmental design at the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, collaborating on the renovation of the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of Natural History. She earned a BID from North Carolina State University and completed a master’s degree in industrial design at the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign.

Alex Lobos, IDSA, and Kirsten Climer review the Gold winner Light L16.

Tim Kelley, IDSA | Blue Sky Exhibits LLC

Jonathon Kemnitzer, IDSA | KEM STUDIO

In 2013, Tim Kelley started Blue Sky Exhibits with his partner Don Keller. The company was recognized as the Small Business of the Year in 2017 by the Cobb Chamber of Commerce in Georgia. For three years, Blue Sky also was recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the country’s fastest growing companies. Kelley is chair of IDSA’s Communicative Environments Special Interest Section. He has spoken at tradeshows, conferences and universities. He’s also received numerous design awards, including an Exhibitor Magazine award. His work has been published in Exhibitor Magazine, Exhibit Design by Robert Konikow and INNOVATION. He owns a film production studio in Atlanta called Basecamp ATL and a karate school (dojo). Kelley earned his BS in industrial design with a minor in business management from Kent State University.

Jonathon Kemnitzer is a co-founder and principal of KEM STUDIO. His close observation of everyday life and the way people interact with space and objects constantly informs his work. He is a collaborative designer who builds global brands through innovative solutions to make people’s lives better through design. His work has been recognized in numerous national and international design competitions and publications. Kemnitzer has an eclectic interest in music, film (he was once in a movie with Paul Newman) and the culinary world (he has a cocktail named after him). Additionally, he enjoys giving back to the community and is currently serving as the president of the board for the Center for Architecture & Design in Kansas City, MO.

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Jillian Tackaberry scoring Home designs.

Christopher Kuh | Ammunition Christopher Kuh is vice president of the industrial design studio at Ammunition, which was founded by IDSA member Robert Brunner. Ammunition has won almost two dozen IDEAs. In October 2016, he was honored with the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum’s National Design Award for Product Design. Kuh joined Ammunition in 2008 and has played an integral role in the studio’s industrial design group to create meaningful product experiences for clients such as Beats by Dr. Dre, Dell, Polaroid, Skype and Sky, as well as startups. He manages Ammunition’s industrial design team, providing project leadership, coordination, creative direction and mentoring. Previously, Kuh worked with companies including fuseproject and Volkswagen. A native of Germany, he graduated from the University of Duisburg-Essen with a degree in industrial design. His work also has been recognized by Spark and Good Design.

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Sheng-Hung Lee, I/IDSA | National Cheng Kung University Sheng-Hung Lee is a designer, maker and educator who thrives on creating new value for clients in multidisciplinary teams. His approach to problem-solving is influenced by his passion for how design and technology are integrated into—and impact— society. His clients include the Bank of China, EF (English First) and Rubbermaid. He also worked as a researcher at the National Science Council in Taiwan and is a member of the Taiwan Society of Technology and Sociology, the Phi Tau Phi Scholastic Honor Society and China Technical Consultants, Inc. Lee holds a double bachelor’s degree with honors in industrial design and electrical engineering from National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan. His design for the TetraPOT, a natural sustainable sea defense system, won an IDEA Gold in 2016, the Braun Prize, the Core77 Design Award, the Red Dot Award, an iF Design Award, the Spark Design Award and the James Dyson Award.

Jenni Light | Cartoon Network Jenni Light is senior marketing manager at Cartoon Network. She has a BFA in industrial design and an MFA in design management from the Savannah College of Art and Design. She began her career as a toy designer in New York City creating toys for Martha Stewart, Fisher-Price and the BBC, among others. After a company layoff, she got a second chance and went back to school to study research, something she had always loved but never got to experience until becoming a working toy designer. Light moved to Seattle and began working with frog and Artefact, designing with clients such as the Gates Foundation, Samsung and the Pacific Science Center. Having always loved designing for kids, she moved to Atlanta and got her dream job at the Cartoon Network. Chrissy Livaudais, IDSA | Dolby Laboratories Chrissy Livaudais is a senior industrial designer at Dolby Laboratories in San Francisco. She has an affinity for creating meaningful interactions and building design capability, has established brand design systems for product and retail experiences for Dolby and Coca-Cola, and has collaborated with brands such as Universal Studios, Target, DVF and JCP to create inspired and purposeful experience blueprints. Previously, Livaudais worked as a design manager for Coca-Cola in Atlanta. Her work has received global design accolades, such as a Design of the Times Award and Good Design Award. Livaudais has contributed to the academic design curriculum at Auburn University, Georgia Tech and North Carolina State University. She earned her BS in industrial design from Georgia Tech and studied experience design at Domus Academy in Milan. Livaudais is co-treasurer of the IDSA San Francisco Chapter.

Alex Lobos, IDSA | Rochester Institute of Technology Alex Lobos was born in Guatemala where he started his career as an industrial designer. Since he moved to the US in 2002 has focused on sustainability, emotional attachment and user-centered design as means to elevate quality of life. He is an associate professor and graduate director of industrial design at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Lobos frequently lectures and teaches throughout Europe, Asia, and North and Latin America. His research and academic work have been sponsored by companies such as Autodesk, AT&T, Colgate-Palmolive, General Electric, Kraft, Staples, Sun Products, Unilever and Wegmans. He is also a member of Autodesk Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advisory council and Material Design Journalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s editorial board. Lobos is a Fulbright Scholar and holds an MFA from the University of Notre Dame and a BID from the Universidad Rafael Landivar in Guatemala.

Rotimi Solola, IDSA, listens intently to the jury deliberation.

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Verena Paepcke-Hjeltness, IDSA | Iowa State University

Demetrius Romanos | Targus

Verena Paepcke-Hjeltness has worked in Germany and the United States as an industrial designer with a focus on aviation and transportation design. Currently, she is an assistant professor of industrial design at Iowa State University, leading a Design Thinking and Doing Research Lab. She also serves as a strategic design consultant to the Center for Functional Fabrics at Drexel University, where she previously held appointments as assistant professor and associate program director. Paepcke-Hjeltness also taught at the Savannah College of Art and Design, where she founded and led the MA and undergraduate minor in design for sustainability and coordinated the graduate eLearning program in design management. She earned her MFA in industrial design, summa cum laude, from The Ohio State University and the equivalent of a BS in industrial design from the University of Applied Sciences in Potsdam, Germany.

Demetrius Romanos is an industry veteran who weaves his way through all functions of a company to unify and elevate every touchpoint of a brand experience, living his philosophy that “everything matters.” After spending 15 years leading design consultancies working with Procter & Gamble, Motorola, Whirlpool, Johnson & Johnson, Mars and more, Romanos moved to California and went corporate to influence an organization from the inside out. In his current role as vice president of global design, innovation and brand at Targus, Romanos and his team work collaboratively with all disciplines to reshape an entire organization and transform a brand. When he isn’t knee deep in backpacks or in some far corner of the world, he can be found presenting at conferences and universities. Romanos holds a BS degree from the University of Cincinnati’s DAAP program and has been published in numerous publications, including the first Cooper Hewitt Design Triennial.

Tony Parker | University of New Zealand

Nasahn Sheppard | REI

Tony Parker is associate pro vice chancellor and college director of research at the University of New Zealand’s Massey University’s College of Creative Arts. Pro Vice Chancellor Claire Robinson has said of him, “Professor Parker’s work, with Gallagher Industries in particular, has changed the face of design in New Zealand. … Design is now much more regarded as a core element of innovation—an essential way of increasing sales and engendering intense customer loyalty through product usability.” As New Zealand’s leading university-based industrial designer, Parker is a topranked researcher whose expertise has been recognized internationally. His industrial design career has resulted in more than 70 commercialized mass-produced creative outputs and many awards. He has been honored with the Designers Institute of New Zealand’s Black Pin and is a fellow and former president of the institute. Parker earned his master’s degree in industrial design from the Royal College of Art in London.

Nasahn Sheppard is the first divisional vice president of product design at REI, where he leads all creative aspects of REI’s product design for its private brands. Sheppard brings extensive experience to his role in leading transformational change. Previously as a private consultant, he led creative work for brands such P&G, Samsung, Flip Video, Amgen, Hewlett-Packard and SC Johnson. His award-winning work has been patented and recognized worldwide. Flip Video, hailed as “a moment of truth for personal technology,” was honored by IDSA as a Design of the Decade. Sheppard spoke at IDSA’s International Conference 2015 as part of the Future of Design Leadership panel. He earned a bachelor of science degree in product design, with honors, from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA.

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Sheng-Hung Lee, I/IDSA, and Tony Parker discuss an entry.

Rotimi Solola, IDSA | University of Illinois at Chicago Rotimi Solola graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2015 with a bachelor’s in design. He was the 2015 IDSA Midwest District Student Merit Award recipient, and later won the 2016 Core77 consumer design award in the student division for his senior thesis, HUB. Solola’s design work has earned him global recognition; in 2016, he was invited to Dubai Design Week to exhibit HUB, which focused on sustainability through modularity in the consumer kitchen appliance industry. With design experience gained from Design Integrity, MNML and Motorola, Solola has contributed to the successful launch of multiple products, including the 2017 Motorola flagship smartphone, Moto Z2 Force Edition. Currently, Solola is an adjunct professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago and works as an independent industrial design consultant working with startups and design firms across the nation.

Joe Stitzlein, IDSA | Stitzlein Studio Joe Stitzlein is the creative director and strategist at Stitzlein Studio. He has worked with Fortune 500 brands, governments, technology leaders and Olympic athletes to create brand identity systems, iconic marketing communications, digital experiences and brand-defining products. He’s an expert in the creation of product UI/X, brand identity and positioning, brand architecture, environments, photography concepts and packaging systems. Previously, Stitzlein served as executive creative director for the Google Brand Studio and senior global creative director at Nike. He also worked with former First Lady Michelle Obama on her healthy kids initiative. He also worked at Landor Associates, SY Partners, Chronicle Books, Pentagram and CKS Partners. Stitzlein has created typefaces, identity systems, packaging, products and event experiences for Apple, FedEx, Herman Miller, P&G, the AIGA, Pixar and Dwell magazine.

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Jillian Tackaberry | MNML Jillian Tackaberry is an industrial designer at MNML in Chicago, a studio founded in 2007 by Scott Wilson, IDSA. She joined MNML in 2014 after winning the IDSA’s Midwest District Student Merit Award. Since then, she has worked with large brands such as Logitech and Omron, as well as with smaller startups in categories including furniture, housewares, footwear, medical and tech. As a designer, she excels at taking on new challenges and creating meaningful details. She believes the key to successful design relies on empathy and understanding. Her work has been published online and in print in INNOVATION, Core 77, Inhabitat and the Chicago Tribune. Pip Tompkin, IDSA | Pip Tompkin Design Studio Pip Tompkin is responsible for creating revolutionary products and strategies for companies including Dell, Microsoft, Nokia, Toshiba, Vizio, Polycom, Twitter, iRobot, Toshiba, HTC, Playjam, DAQRI, Discovery Kids and Belkin. His designs, which are featured in many magazines and publications, have acquired numerous patents and awards and yielded global sales in the hundreds of millions. In 2001, he moved to the US where he helped create Dell’s most iconic products for gaming, education, consumer and enterprise markets. In 2005, he accepted a specialist position at Nokia where he developed the Nokia M Series. During his three years at Nokia, Tompkin was instrumental in brand and user interface development and designed several award-winning phones for the US, European and Asian markets. In December 2008, Tompkin announced the launch of Pip Tompkin Design, a design firm built on his “Assume Nothing” and “Adaptive Design” philosophies.

Alex Lobos tests the Bronze winning OXO Good Grips Pop Container.

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Dan Harden, IDSA, presents to the jury.

Jon Winebrenner | Hurdler Studios

Moni Wolf | Microsoft Research

Jon Winebrenner has been working as an industrial designer in Vancouver, Canada, since his graduation from Purdue University—around the same time as the birth of the World Wide Web. He started his career as the apprentice to a toolmaker by learning the ins and outs of how to design plastic products and has gone on to work predominantly in Vancouver’s wireless industry. Winebrenner is now the owner of Hurdler Studios, a boutique product design studio near Vancouver. Hurdler’s Club Bike Rack scored a Gold IDEA in 2015, a 2015 Silver Dieline packaging design award and a 2016 Silver Clio Award in the new product design category. With an eye toward the future, Winebrenner is navigating how product ideas are created and introduced— almost instantly—to a global market.

Moni Wolf is a senior principal designer for medical devices at Microsoft Research. She combines her core strength in design with software development, medical science and engineering to deliver holistic product experiences. In 2011–2014, she led the design development of Microsoft’s Xbox and next-gen consumer devices. In 2009–2011, she was the principal creative director for Microsoft’s Mobile Platform as a user experience partner to international business partners. Prior to Microsoft, Wolf was Motorola’s design director for Consumer Experience Design (CXD) Europe, based in Milan, Italy. Her early design career was informed by product, furniture, exhibit and architectural design in the United States and Europe. n

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BEST IN SHOW

STUDENT DESIGNS

Best in Show selected by the entire on-site jury from all Gold IDEA winners

WIM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Interactive Stroke Therapy

LIGHTING THE WAY TO HEALING

ge is a risk factor for a stroke, and as the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population rapidly grows older over the coming decades, the number of stroke survivors is expected to increase. In the United States, strokes are estimated to cost $34 billion each year; this includes the cost of healthcare services, medication and loss of productivity. With health services under considerable social and financial pressure, an inexpensive easily delivered means to help patients quickly and fully recover from a stroke is needed. Stroke rehabilitation today often focuses on the muscles not the brain. This leads to compensation, making it difficult for patients to ever fully recover. WIM, on the other hand, focuses on active brain therapy and keeping patients motivated to continue with their therapy once they return home, making it more likely that they will fully recover. The therapy is conducted in a game-like way that triggers an intrinsic motivation to do more training sessions. To get your attention, the WIM spherical training tool lights up

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This project identified an incredibly important need and developed a

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meaningful, useful and beautiful solution that enables patients to regain their independence. —Verena Paepcke-Hjeltness, IDSA

and generates subtle sounds and vibrations. When it gets picked up, it automatically turns into therapy play mode. A pulsating light and up to four static lights appear on its surface. You place your thumb on the pulsating light and your fingers on the static lights. After a short press, WIM uses sound and vibration to tell you when you’ve been successful. If you incorrectly place your fingers, WIM responds with an error sound and a vibration. For many stroke patients, correctly placing their fingers is difficult because their visual field can be distorted. Once the lights are properly gripped, WIM lights up a different area. The repeated practice of properly gripping WIM trains the brain to adapt and improves movement between the shoulder and wrist. Based on your performance, WIM adapts the difficulty to your skill level, changing how many fingers you need to place on WIM, how much force you need to use, and how much time you have to complete the tasks. To complete all the tasks in each ses-

sion takes up to five minutes. At the beginning of the therapy, WIM’s spherical shape trains general motoric movements. Later, it will be replaced by a cylindrical shape similar to a pen to challenge finer motor skills. During the final stage of therapy, WIM appears in the shape of a small cube to make sure you regain the last bit of your motor skills. The continuous tracking of motion data through the armband and application enables WIM to adapt the training level to the current needs of the patient. The armband records the movement of the hand throughout the day, and through the app patients can see if their impaired hand was used enough or not due to subconscious compensation. Through the mobile app the therapist gets access to information about the patient’s progress. A communication feature within the app enables the therapist to provide tips, motivation and encouragement to help the patient overcome their fears. n Designed by Jenny Holmsten and Thomas Helmer of Umeå Institute of Design

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CU RA TOR ’S CHOI CE

CHILDREN ’S PRODU C TS

Curator’s Choice selected by J. Marc Greuther, Chief Curator, The Henry Ford

SNOO

PEACE FOR ALL

he SNOO robotic bassinet solves three of the biggest problems new parents face: exhaustion, a crying baby they can’t calm, and feelings of incompetence when they are unsure of what steps to take to help their child and themselves. Based on the 5 S’s soothing technique developed by pediatrician Dr. Harvey Karp, author of The Happiest Baby on the Block, SNOO reacts to a baby’s cries and movements to help babies get the sleep they need and help parents get the peace of mind they need. “When the first real robot was installed in a factory in 1961, it looked nothing like the longer-established, generally humanoid—and more often than not malevolent—robots of the human imagination,” said J. Marc Greuther, chief curator of The Henry Ford. “Those first industrial robots, given

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a measure of élan by designers at Walter Dorwin Teague Associates, spawned descendants that have expanded and reprogrammed our sense of what a robot can look like—a long multi-axis arm on a pedestal, still with a whiff of the sinister. SNOO looks nothing like a robot—nor does it look like the lacily-camouflaged offhand tubular-framed bassinet that graced our bedroom after my son’s birth.” While SNOO’s experience was predetermined by the 5 S system, it was important to create a substantive but straightforward experience for parents. SNOO is easy to use, even in the middle of the night. Parents easily zip the baby into the swaddle and hook the swaddle into the crib. Then SNOO does all the work. When the baby cries, a parent can simply push SNOO’s button, and it automatically responds with five

levels of gradually stronger white noise and motion to find the best level to soothe the fussing child. If the baby does not calm down after three minutes, the parent will know that the baby requires more than just comforting. SNOO also helps babies establish circadian rhythms to establish a day-night sleep schedule more quickly. After a feeding, SNOO will lessen the time it takes for an infant to be rocked back to sleep. And with automatic weaning, SNOO trains babies to self-soothe so they can eventually sleep through the night and transition to a crib. Each element of SNOO was considered for its safety, functional efficiency, material quality and comfort. For the main enclosure, the curved structural elements hold a double layer of mesh. Three microphones detect the baby’s cry and distinguish it from outside noises. Below the mattress sit the sensors, speakers and a robotic engine that power SNOO’s intelligent response. The outer layer of mesh has larger openings to facilitate the flow of fresh air and to make the baby visible, a feature that enhances parents’ feeling of connection to, and protection of, their baby. The inner layer of mesh is extremely flexible, moving with the swinging motion. The SNOO sack holds the baby with the perfect amount of snug to emulate the womb while maintaining a comfortable tem-

perature and affording the swinging motion that rocks the baby to sleep. The swaddle is also equipped with a set of attachment points that secure the sack onto both sides of the sleeper and prevent the baby from accidentally rolling into an unsafe position. This feature is so important that SNOO’s action is blocked unless both swaddle wings are properly hooked in place. SNOO is also a connected device. The app allows parents to see at a glance exactly which one of the five levels has been activated. Parents are very interested in knowing how much their babies are sleeping—the number of naps they take, how long it takes them to go to sleep, the number of times they wake during the night. Upcoming versions of the app will self-populate that information to offer parents daily read-outs of their baby’s sleep patterns. “SNOO received the Curator’s Choice Award,” explained Greuther, “for its cheerful presence, clean lines, and its inventive and effective deployment of robotic technology in everyday life. And also for offering yet another example of how a robot can take non-humanoid form: After all, we seem remarkably adept at perpetuating ourselves in our own form—why else would we need a bassinet in the first place?” n Designed by Yves Béhar, IDSA, Qin Li, Michelle Dawson and fuseproject design team and Dr. Harvey Karp of Happiest Baby

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C H A I R ’ S AWAR D

PL AST I CS IN N OVATION AWARD

M ED IC AL & H E A L TH

Chair’s Award selected by Michael Kahwaji, IDSA, IDEA 2018 Jury Chair Plastics Innovation Award selected by the Plastics Industry Association

Eargo

DISCREET HEARING

ccording to the Centers for Disease Control, hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical condition behind heart disease and arthritis. The National Institutes of Health estimates that over 28.8 million adults could benefit from hearing aids, but few actually use them due to cost, social stigma and poor performance. In a market dominated by products that make people feel as though they are less than others, Eargo combines technology and design to augment abilities and give people more control over their health.

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The challenge for the design team was to shape a product experience that appeals to individuals in their 40s, 50s and 60s, baby boomers and Gen Xers who aren’t in a rush to buy traditional hearing aids but whose lives could be improved by wearing them. Besides creating a hearing aid that users wouldn’t be ashamed to wear, the goal was to design a portable charger that would be as discreet as the Eargo earbuds and would solve one of the biggest pain points when it comes to hearing aids: battery power.

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I truly appreciated the empathy the designers practiced when developing this fresh take on assistive devices.

I believe the design of this product breaks down any emotional apprehension first-time hearing aid users may

have transitioning to assistive devices.

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Invented by an ENT surgeon with more than 30 years’ experience, Eargo earbuds are virtually invisible. They work with patented Flexi Fibers, a soft material that comfortably suspends the device in the ear without blocking natural sound from entering the ear canal. While hearing aids typically amplify sound using a small speaker, the Eargo device allows bass sounds to travel into the ear so only treble sounds need be amplified. The design language for Eargo was inspired by consumer technology rather than medical devices. It defies the notion that hearing aids can’t be both beautiful and desirable. The portable case is multipurpose—it stores, protects, dries and charges the earbuds. Its pebble-shaped ergonomic design lends an organic premium feel with a softtouch material that’s comfortable to hold. It’s also discreet enough to fit into a purse or pocket. The design of the inner tray was inspired by the shape of an ear, maximizing airflow so the earbuds dry while charging. Traditional hearing aids can be frustrating for users with tiny batteries and equally tiny battery doors, screws

—IDEA 2018 Jury Chair Michael Kahwaji, IDSA

and buttons that are nearly impossible for people with low dexterity to interact with. A visit to the doctor just to change batteries or make adjustments is often required. With Eargo, the designers focused the user experience around ease and simplicity at every touchpoint. From the moment customers receive their Eargo devices, they are presented with an out-of-box experience that is as intuitive as the device itself. The charging case is both straightforward to use and easy to handle for older adults who, in addition to hearing loss, might also have reduced agility and impaired vision. Magnets keep the lid closed, and when the case is open, LED lights inside turn on to make it easy for users to properly place the earbuds into the cradles and retrieve them. Eargo earbuds can be worn for a full day before having to recharge. The charger doesn’t require batteries and allows users to charge their earbuds for up to a week before needing to connect them to a micro USB. The overall feeling for people using Eargo is empowerment, helping them take control of their health. n Designed by Ammunition for Eargo

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P E O P L E ’S CHOI CE

DE SI GN STRATEGY

People’s Choice selected online by the public from all award winners

TurboTax Visual System Redesign

DEMYSTIFYING THE COMPLEX

or the past three years, the TurboTax design language primarily existed as a singular system heavily grounded in DIY tax prep. Intuit’s consumer group had built brand recognition around TurboTax as a fast, painless way to take care of taxes. Intuit wanted to expand its offerings to address the needs of #adulting millennials and those seeking financial freedom beyond taxes and to introduce a new expert-assisted product. In order to do this, the company had to get out of its comfort zone and overcome its more than 20-year legacy as a DIY tax leader. The TurboTax Visual System Redesign developed a completely revolutionized, cohesive system that will purposefully flex along each customer’s unique journey and deliver an innovative experience end to end.

Intuit had to not only visually tell a story that would expand its customers’ perception of what its brands can offer but do so in a way that would maintain its leadership position in the DIY category. Its online ecosystem (homepage, landing pages, product pages, online advertising) required updating, including over 44,000 screens in its core

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A perfect example of taking a nascent market, analyzing it

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and applying design methodologies to address broad market needs. —Jon Winebrenner

product, without disrupting the tax experience for its loyal customer base. It also had to seamlessly unite the suite of offerings so customers can easily take away what they need without being overwhelmed by options and features or missing out on what’s available to them all together.

Taking an outside-in approach, specific decisions were made based on how customers want to act, feel and behave when engaging with the different brands during tax season and year-round. The result is a more personalized connection reflected throughout the entire online ecosystem and carried through the in-product navigation experience. A more organized global navigation improved the customer experience to provide quicker, more personalized paths that better guide users to where they need to be, resulting in less frustration and a more delightful overall experience. The simplified color system reflected throughout the front doors and core product gives more focus on content that is easy to consume. In the beyond tax offering, bold numbers and data visualizations flip the script of the traditional financial app. Leveraging the visual vocabulary of apps like Snapchat, Facebook and Instagram make it a friendlier, more engaging experience that customers want to use. Finally, understanding the complexity that comes along with tax and finance led to less marketing content and more direct messaging aimed at providing the true benefits. Working with multiple business units across physical locations and collaborating with the Global Intuit Design Team allowed the in-house team to create a unified system that would not only scale but also allow the entire design team to better adopt speed as a habit and ultimately deliver faster, better quality products for customers. The team defined fixed and flexible elements within the system like color, typography, button radius and many other design features built to provide a world-class customer experience. They also worked with the engineering team to develop a responsive component library called AppFabric, which allows all global teams to consume the system on demand and customize it based on the business units’ unique personality. n Designed by Intuit Consumer Design Team

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A U T O M OT I V E & T R ANSPO RTATION

MOTOROiD

FORGING A HUMAN-MACHINE BOND

hile electric power and autonomous driving have begun to gain a greater foothold in real-world applications with cars, what lies on the horizon for two-wheelers? Recent developments point toward motorcycles. MOTOROiD is a proof-of-concept electric motorcycle prototype that employs AI and Yamaha-exclusive technologies aimed at creating an entirely new personal mobility experience. This project examined avenues for enriching the rider-machine relationship and two-wheeled mobility while keeping human operation central. Maintaining balance and maneuvering a motorcycle at very low speeds is often a challenging—and intimidating— part of learning to ride, but assistance from MOTOROiD’s Active Mass CEnter Control System (AMCES) has the potential to greatly reduce this hurdle, generating peace of mind and assurance for riders. Technology that reduces

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accidents while increasing fun appeals to both people with no motorcycle experience and current and former riders. Together with its zero-emission, all-electric power plant, MOTOROiD inspires a vision of future mobility that takes vehicles beyond simple tools for mobility while preserving people’s long-held connection to, and familiarity with, conventional motorcycles. A rider’s interaction and partnership with a motorcycle typically begins once they get on it. But through use of AI, the starting line begins much earlier and includes simple ride-by-wire controls and haptic interfaces to not only complement the experience but also enhance the rider’s physical connection to the machine. The front-mounted, dual-lens camera recognizes its owner and senses their biometrics, gestures and movements, enabling it to interact with the rider like a living creature. Facial recognition

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The concept of making motorbikes safer and easier to ride has been the subject of many design studies,

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but using AI to drive the bike so even novice riders can be safe and enjoy themselves is fantastic.

—Michael DiTullo

of the owner means MOTOROiD responds only to their commands, such as beckoning it to start up or come over or signaling it to stop. Motorcyclists usually form bonds with their machines, but MOTOROiD inspires an affinity like never before. Once the rider is settled into position on the bike, the machine wraps itself around the rider from behind. The haptic surface fitted to the rear together with the haptic surface on the “fuel tank” translate into you no longer riding on the bike, but rather you riding with the bike. With the AMCES, MOTOROiD can stand up or set down on its kickstand and maintain balance at a standstill or at slow speeds. The AMCES doesn’t use gyros or the front wheel

for this. Instead, it uses high-speed feedback from an inertial measurement unit and multiple actuators to electronically control and rotate the rear of the chassis using the centermounted batteries (where a conventional engine would be) as a counterweight. Button controls replace a throttle and brake levers to make riding simpler and more intuitive for new motorcyclists. The principal idea is to someday have the machine support the user—who remains in control—but do so ensuring that the rider never actually notices that support. In other words, the ultimate goal is to make riders feel like their skills have improved naturally and thus open up new horizons of fun when operating a motorcycle. n Designed by Teppei Maezono, Norihiko Kamiya, Natsuki Kono, Kinji Asamura and Masaya Kawashima of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

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A U T O M OT I V E & T R ANSPO RTATION

Halo City Halo City is a high-performance small folding electric power vehicle. It combines advance production, craftsmanship, modern design and new materials, and will make usersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; city life more colorful and diverse. In the market where similar low-end products are proliferating, the challenge was to produce a product to meet the real need of users and to solve the problems of traveling in the inner city. Halo Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one-step folding footprint and perfect combination of 4+2 travel can satisfy any interlinks between city transportation, solve the last-mile problem for inner-city travel and make travel environmental, convenient and efficient. n Designed by Beijing Onemile Technology Co., Ltd.

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Hyundai 2018 Kona, 2019 Santa Fe & 2019 NEXO The 2018 Hyundai Kona is a new compact SUV. Kona is Hyundaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first B-segment crossover for the US market, appealing to consumers with active lifestyles. The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe is the fourth generation of Hyundaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bestselling SUV. The new Santa Fe has a family-oriented interior, is loaded with practical and cutting-edge technologies, and has a bold exterior. The all-new Hyundai NEXO combines the practicality of an SUV with clean advanced fuel-cell technology. This next-generation vehicle offers the most advanced technology on the market with various advanced driver assistance systems and the strongest powertrains in the segment. n Designed by Hyundai

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A U T O M OT I V E & T R ANSPO R TATION

Mack Anthem The Mack Anthem highway truck is an important step for the iconic 118-year-old brand, which today is the preferred vocational truck in many countries around the world. The Anthem is an all new generation of Mack highway trucks. Anthem is a Class 8 highway truck designed for both long-haul and regional-haul operations and is intended to re-establish Mack as a significant player in the highway segments. This is the new flagship for the Mack brand, embracing a bold new aesthetic DNA, setting the stage for future models to extend the brandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s identity in a modern way. n Designed by Vincent Lokers, Lukas Yates, Herve Bertrand and Sid Chiang of Mack/Volvo Trucks NA Product Design for MACK Trucks

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New Volvo VNL

The new Volvo VNL has been redesigned with significant improvements to ergonomics, aerodynamics, fuel efficiency and performance. The selection of VNL sleeper and day cab models covers a wide range of highway applications, all offering unsurpassed drivability, safety and comfort. Inside the new wide sleepers, drivers will find plenty of space to handle day-to-day demands, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s catching up on paperwork, taking a meal break or getting the rest they need for extended days on the road. Connectivity is no longer a question or concern because the infotainment provides for Bluetooth, USB and power connections throughout the cab and sleeper. n Designed by Volvo Trucks North America

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A U T O M OT I V E & T R ANSPO RTATION

U1 Niu Technology specializes in electric two-wheel mobility solutions for the urban commute while believing in making a difference as a sustainable lifestyle brand. The U1 scooter was specially designed for use in the city, providing a range of 70 kilometers on full charge, ideal for daily commuting. The NIU E-Scooter application allows users to be constantly connected with their scooter. With integrated GPS tracking and diagnostics, the application alerts the user to the battery level, any malfunctions or when unauthorized movement of the scooter occurs. The U1 scooter is a practical vehicle with better carrying capacity, stronger theft-guard capability and a more pleasing aesthetic. n Designed by Token Hu of NIU Innovation Lab for Beijing Niu Technology Co., Ltd.

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B R A N D I NG

Wireless Audio VL Series Visual Identity System

GEOMETRY OF SOUND

ith the launch of the Wireless Audio VL Series, Samsung needed a new visual identity system that would overcome the low brand awareness it faced in the audio category. The VL Series, which is targeted to millennials, is composed of three grades, from the entry model with great price accessibility to the premium model, the most expensive. As such, the visual identity system had to create a tone and manner appropriate to each grade while establishing an overall identity that would encompass the entire VL Series. The millennial generation has the tendency to quickly access and consume a vast amount of information. As for

millennials’ consumption pattern, they not only consider a product’s function but are also drawn to the design and emotion of the product itself. For the VL Series, Samsung needed a compelling identity that could catch and hold the attention of millennials with a rhythmic and dynamic visual language that emphasizes the product’s design and powerful sound. The design team considered the tone and manner of each product in the VL Series (VL1, VL3, VL5) to establish a systematic visual identity system by communicating the entry model (VL1) in a younger and bolder manner and the premium model (VL5) through a more seamless and refined visual

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From concept to execution, the Wireless Audio VL Series branding is spot-on. It’s great to see the visual system

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seamlessly applied in different formats, from packaging to product display, without losing its essence.

—Jillian Tackaberry

language. They used the minimal square and circular forms of the actual products to communicate the emotion and function of the models. They designed a geometric wave form for each model to establish its respective identity while maintaining a consistent tone across the product line. The key colors—ranging from vibrant orange, which offers pop and active emotion, to platinum grey, which gives a graceful and premium feel—intuitively and clearly express the emotion of each model. Moreover, the photography was created to express the joy and passion that users feel when using the product. Until now, the brand image of Samsung’s audio segment has been seen as bland and obsolete. The VL Series visual identity system has established a strong visual communication strategy that stands out to transform the image of the company in the audio arena and develop the brand identity as an emotional, rather than a technological, brand. n Designed by John Taegyu Kim, Kwanghyuck So, Wonkyoung Seo, Junhyeok Jang and Eena Kim of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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B R A N D I NG

HTC VIVE Brand System

VIVE was the first system to offer full room-scale VR, allowing users to move around a space for a truly immersive experience. The brand needed to emote the boundless nature of a product that could only be believed when seen. The VIVE logo is an equilateral triangle, representing the unity of technology, humanity and imagination and forming the foundation of VIVE. The sides come together to form a portal to the unique VIVE Reality experience. Its iconic structure affords the VIVE brand an adaptable and customizable visual language, allowing it to take on the properties of the context itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s in. n Designed by Astro Studios Design Team for HTC VIVE

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B R A N D I NG

1. 2D4 BRAND DESIGN 2D4: “your beauty mate which fills you with 100% beauty.” Unlike most other beauty brands that carry out major campaigns with top celebrities, 2D4 worked with various beauty influencers who are more familiar with the 15-24-year-old target. Users of 2D4 voluntarily search for content related to cosmetics and purchase and use the brands they see in the content. With that in mind, 2D4 is produced, distributed, advertised and designed to differentiate itself from the competition. n Designed by Hyunhee Uhm, Seungkwan Kang and Jihyun Song of CJ ENM 2. ENVOY – ELECTRIC CARS AS AN AMENITY Envoy is an inclusive electric-car-sharing amenity that provides short-term cars where you live, work and stay. It allows any member of the community—office workers, neighbors and such—to access electric car mobility with their access cards. Partnering with local governments, the ambitious startup is a turnkey alternative to car ownership, reducing congestion in cities so they’re sustainable. Envoy’s brand system is as vibrant and dynamic as the company, its founders and target audience. n Designed by Gadi Amit, IDSA, Jon Patterson, Jen Phannguyen, Ben Wong and Timmy Chau of NewDealDesign for Envoy 3. THE FRAME VISUAL IDENTITY SYSTEM THE FRAME is a TV with a lifestyle concept that has never been introduced to the market before. It becomes an art frame when it’s not in use as a TV. The biggest challenge was how to combine the characteristics of two different products into one strong brand that is different from any TV brand on the market. The designers created a large number of graphical elements to create a powerful and unique visual identity all of its own. n Designed by Taeho Kim, Jongyun Shin, Jiyoung Son, John Taegyu Kim and Eena Kim of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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C HI L D RE N’S PR ODUCTS

Posse Chair

SADDLE UP

olded paper pulp is a familiar waste material full of unexplored potential for consumer products. Its most recognizable form is the ubiquitous egg carton, yet paper pulp’s materiality naturally lends itself to being drawn on, decorated and created with. Having the texture of paper, pulp has familiar tactility and feels natural to create with. Its ability to be molded into structural forms naturally lends itself to furniture. The Posse Chair is a durable seat that showcases the material’s potential. To manufacture Posse, the pulp undergoes a powerful vacuum-forming process to create an exceptionally dense structure that can hold over 200 pounds. Each Posse is economical to produce, remaining financially competitive with injection-molded virgin plastic chairs, and its ability to stack means it’s ideal for both smaller spaces and organized settings. But Posse is more than a stool; it’s a blank canvas that prompts children to create, express and explore. Kids love to investigate Posse’s fun saddle shape, which affords many different ways to sit and play. Posse is stripped back from prescribed designs and colors, making it gender neutral in aesthetics and allowing all children to take agency in creating something of their own. The open-ended yet intuitive form ultimately promotes unlimited ways to interpret it and abstract thinking. Unlike the majority of children’s furniture, Posse is soft and lightweight enough for children to carry and transport it on their own, yet strong enough for adults to use. Posse’s strength comes from the structural hyperbolic paraboloid shape of the saddle form. The Posse Chair is a collaboration with an independent regional manufacturer that has produced paper pulp shipping packaging for decades. As the company’s first consumer product, Posse opens up entire markets of oppor-

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The Posse Chair is fun, simple, customizable and, most importantly, recyclable! Most products in this category

are designed for short use and then trashed or donated. The chair can be returned, recycled and re-created

into a new usable seat.

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tunity to a previously limited industry. In addition to new streams of profitability, the manufacturer will continue to build its reputation as an innovative manufacturing company in the paper pulp molding industry. Products like Posse empower regional independent paper pulp manufacturers to differentiate themselves from the overseas competition by exploring production opportunities and design innovation outside the packaging industry. Posse aims to counteract the questionable material selections present in the toy industry. The majority of the

—Jenni Light

toys are made of plastic but still have a short lifetime of use. Paper pulp is a true upcycled cradle-to-cradle waste material that’s biodegradable, compostable and recyclable. As an end product, Posse is a perfect fit for social, educational and cultural institutions. In educational environments, Posse works as a platform from games and play to desktop activities. Posse’s stackability ensures space efficiency in classrooms. When a child outgrows their Posse stool, it can be composted or completely recycled with the potential to reenter the same waste stream that will make future Posse Chairs. n Designed by Joonas Kyöstilä and Tim Ronco of Pulpmade

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CHI L D RE Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S PR ODUCTS

ACO Aco was designed as a chair for toddlers that will please both parents and their children. After many years of research on the standard body measurements of toddlers and studies of their sitting behaviors, the designers developed the most ideal shape inspired by the silhouette of a baby elephant. Its organic shape encourages good posture and provides comfort for sitting activities like drawing, reading and watching television. Due to its popularity among children, new collections have been added including dinosaurs, animals and the latest collection in collaboration with Disney. n Designed by Seunghyun Seo and Inhwan Woo of iloom

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CHI L D RE N’S PR ODUCTS

TicKasa Kids TicKasa Kids is the world’s first kid-centric smart speaker with a virtual personal assistant. Kids can use it anywhere. It presents an opportunity for interactive storytelling. Unlike many tablet apps or video games, its dynamic voice experiences get kids’ eyes off the screen and their imaginations soaring. TicKasa Kids tells stories in a natural way that encourages them to keep their eyes up and to interact with others. This is the first smart speaker coming to market aimed at kids. With that in mind, it is designed to be kidproof: strong, safe and with smart parental controls. n Designed by Jiaxuan Du and Yang Liu of Shanghai Mobvoi Information Technology Co., Ltd.

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CHI L D RE N’S PR ODUCTS

1. CAR SEAT BUCKLE MAGNET CLIPS Nothing is more irritating than fumbling with car seat straps when you are in a hurry. Twisted straps and digging for buckles doesn’t need to be part of parents’ daily routine. The Car Seat Buckle Magnet Clips safely attach to any car seat and use a magnet to hold the buckles in place and out of the way until they are needed. Simply attach them with the childproof securing system and touch the buckle to the magnet—hassle gone. n Designed by Simon Kang and Thomas Birkert of Munchkin, Inc. 2. LUKA BABY READING ROBOT Luka Baby is an AI reading robot designed for kids aged 2-8 in China. Luka Baby integrates advanced AI computer vision technology to accurately recognize the content of picture books. Users can turn the page as usual and Luka Baby will read to them like parents do, making reading happier and easier for kids. The up-to-date cloud database now contains over 30,000 picture books. Luka Baby is the perfect fusion of a toy and a learning robot that kids love. n Designed for Ling Technology Inc.

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C O M M E R CI AL & I NDUST R I A L

Intel SSD Ruler

POWERFULLY SLIM

lectricity use by data centers, according to Berkeley Lab, has been doubling every five years largely due to explosive growth in both the number and density of data centers. As the industry grapples with increasing volumes of data, data centers have had to rely on form factors that were designed for the limitations of the past. With the SSD Ruler, Intel has created a form factor that addresses the exacting needs of data centers for growing capacity, easy serviceability and thermal efficiency. When people think of storage, they think of a flat rectangle about 2.5 to 3.5 inches wide, the size and shape to accommodate a spinning disk. The SSD Ruler maximizes capacity while fitting into a 1U server rack for a higher per-drive, per-server and per-rack capacity. A dense driveto-drive pitch allows 32 SSD Rulers fit into a 1U server rack. This density means that data centers can now fit a petabyte of storage onto a single 1U server rack, replacing 24 1U servers. The Rulerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s efficient thermal design enables consolidation and lower-power requirements, improving operational efficiency. When installed in a server rack, a 3-millimeter gap between the Rulers allows air to flow between them, and the Rulers themselves requires up to 55 percent less airflow than the legacy SSDs. That savings on cooling, power and density means the Ruler can lower the total cost of ownership for data centers. It has a fully front-serviceable storage with an innova-

tive latch design that allows hot plug, hot removal, LED support and a form factor that is easily expandable. To be fully frontserviceable, Intel developed a simple push mechanism so users can easily pull and push the ruler within a server rack. Intel also took extra caution to design the pin pitch to ensure the robustness of the connector. The integrated programmable LEDs help to quickly locate failed drives, offline drives and unpopulated slots. There is an LED to indicate activity (input/ output of data), status (warnings, temperature, failed drives) and which slot a drive occupies. The latch component was designed to be modular to improve expandability and flexibility for customers to easily adapt their own enclosures and latches to meet different regulation guidelines and constrains. The form factor can be modified to meet the customersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; future needs as well: The length of the Ruler can be shortened as technology evolves, and the Ruler can be top loaded into a server rack instead of front loaded. The efficiency in cooling, power and density that the Intel SSD Ruler offers will be able to significantly improve the challenges data centers face and contribute to the environment. Large data centers have already seen significant efficiency improvements by adopting the Ruler. Moreover, it is supported by the Enterprise & Datacenter SSD Form Factor Working Group, which is working to create an industry-standard specification for this new SSD size, shape, capacity and connector. n Designed by Intel Experience Centered Design Team and Huge Design for Intel NSG

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Intel took a product category that is hidden in a closet and seen by a handful of people

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and made it undeniably functional and beautiful. —Jon Winebrenner

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Magic Carpet Pro

SUPPORTING CREATORS

he Magic Carpet Pro is a heavy-duty camera slider built to withstand the demands of professional filmmaking. Designed with the professional filmmaker in mind, it produces supremely a smooth tracking motion even under heavy camera loads. It’s portable, infinitely extendable, simple to use and ready to go to work even in the most demanding environments. With a concealed motion-smoothing flywheel, interchangeable track lengths and a quick-release system, it produces studioquality footage anywhere. The aim was to make the Magic Carpet Pro invisible in the creative workflow. Even the simplest of features were designed to delight the filmmaker: being able to change camera screws without the need for tools, subtle yet clearly marked instructional cues, a simple indicator reminding you that the parking brake is on or when you’re packing up that the quick release plate is missing. It also has clear dual-unit distance markers. Most importantly, the extendable track means filmmakers can capture exciting shots previously not possible on location. The Magic Carpet Pro helps bring stories to life with engaging footage that delights and amazes audiences. The designers incorporated the motion smoothing into the central carriage, which can be engaged and disengaged with a push of a button. A flywheel is used to store energy to allow for smooth acceleration and deceleration. In the event that the carriage is rammed into the end, the flywheel silently disengages and dissipates the stored energy through a fluid torque system, preventing damage to components.

The endlessly extendable tracks use a unique expanding internal joint. By simply lifting the locking levers, the tracks can be engaged and disengaged, maintaining a perfect transition across the join. Its also has the advantage of being a unisex join, allowing extensions to be added on either end of the tack. The slider has a quick-release system allowing for instant interchanging of cameras and accessories. The quick-release plate can be fitted in any orientation and requires no additional tools for swapping screw types. The track integrates with Syrp’s motion-control ecosystem using built-in attachment points. The Magic Carpet Pro continues to develop Syrp’s reputation as a leader in filmmaking equipment that puts the filmmaker first, not the camera. It demonstrates Syrp’s commitment to bringing innovative high-end products to market that solve true filmmaker needs. Using hidden technology, the Magic Carpet Pro remains simple, friendly and approachable, the core values of the Syrp brand. By carefully selecting production processes and materials, the product can be produced with a good profit margin even at relatively low volumes. The Magic Carpet Pro has allowed Syrp to provide a professional-grade product with filmmaker-centered functionality at an independent-filmmaker price point. This brings high production value to customers transitioning from independent to professional filmmaking. The product carries Syrp’s progressive design identity, drawing inspiration from some of the key design details of the past, while helping bridge the gap to the next generation of products. n Designed by Chris Thomson, James Allen and Samuel Blok of Syrp

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It isn’t often that you come across a product that transcends a stagnant industry through its simplicity and elegance.

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Magic Carpet Pro is pure magic from its buttery smooth functionality to its impeccable surface and finishing details.

—Jon Winebrenner

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RADIUS™ Temporary Site Light

WHEN & WHERE YOU NEED IT

he temporary jobsite lighting category has been historically plagued with commoditized products that lack durability, require many labor hours to install and maintain, and consume significant amounts of power. By leveraging its equity with power tools, Milwaukee Tool was able to enter jobsites across the globe and speak directly to boots-on-theground users to understand frustrations and opportunities in order to develop RADIUS™, a temporary jobsite light that benefits everyone who interacts with it, from the buyer to the prefabricator, from the installer to the removal worker and ultimately the daily user. Through the process of making sure that every stakeholder would benefit from RADIUS, the design team discovered that jobsite lighting is more complex than the simple installation of a luminaire. The team developed solutions for each stakeholder to offer a full-service product. For the construction project planner, lighting output calculators were developed to accommodate the needs of lighting distribution to a site. For the electrician, the light was designed to make the installation as seamless and as straightforward as possible. For the worker, the optical design delivers a consistent beam with an optimized color temperature and true representation of color detail, leading to a more productive work area. All this, while pleasing the general contractor by delivering installation efficiency and energy savings. Reducing the amount of time spent on installing temporary lights was a common theme while developing RADIUS. Most of the users interviewed referred to the

installation process as a “cumbersome chore.” After switching over to RADIUS, users have reported that the installation time has been cut in half. The light does this by allowing users to plug and play quickly and effectively. Traditionally, temporary jobsite lighting needs to be preconfigured to accommodate a variety of different voltages between 120 and 277. With RADIUS, an electrician can simply hardwire the light into any voltage range because of the inclusion of a universal power supply. The light’s built-in wire-strain relief eliminates the need for extra parts and speeds up install time. It incorporates a built-in hang cable and spring cable retention so users can quickly and effectively install it from virtually any overhead area without additional tools or materials. By switching to RADIUS, general contractors can almost instantly see the money savings earned not only by spending fewer labor hours on installation by also by spending significantly less on energy costs. On any given commercial jobsite, 50 percent of the energy is consumed by temporary lighting. RADIUS illuminates the work space with 7,700 lumens, exceeding the performance of standard 105-watt fluorescent lights while consuming 30 percent less energy. Not only does it cut the amount of total energy used on a jobsite by 15 percent, but users can wire up more lights on a single circuit because of a lower total wattage consumption per light. Finally, once set up, RADIUS requires no maintenance, and its high-impact construction ensures it will survive the toughest jobsite conditions. n Designed by Justin Dorman, David Proeber, IDSA, and Kyle Harvey of Milwaukee Tool

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The Radius Site Light by Milwaukee Tool is a great example of a design that leveraged insights about users’

needs. Not only is this product well built, it is easy to install, saves on energy costs, and provides for a more

productive and safer work environment.

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—Michael Kahwaji, IDSA

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Some innovations command attention, while others quietly

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revolutionize entire industries seemingly overnight.

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Square Register

CHA-CHING

arger merchants want it all: a robust point of sale, a way to accept every form of payment and help in building strong relationships with their customers. Typically they need multiple devices to serve these needs—a point-of-sale system to enter the purchase, one or more payment terminals to accept a credit card, and a tablet for their loyalty program. All of these devices creates a cluttered countertop, unsightly cables, a difficult setup to troubleshoot and, most significantly, a stifled and complicated customer experience. Square Register solves all these challenges in one integrated software, hardware and payment solution. Square Register combines all essential features for both sellers and their customers into a striking minimalist design. When docked, the customer display is integrated into the arm of the seller display, reducing any interference with the elevated aesthetic Square Register brings to the countertop. Merchants have many different types of countertops—one size doesn’t fit all. Salons, for example, frequently position the point of sale on a low desk with a higher ledge facing the customer at standing level, while

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many quick-serve restaurants have extra-wide countertops for trays and large orders. To accommodate these variations, Square built a detachable customer display with an adjustable display angle, allowing merchants to choose the setup that works best for their point of sale. The design of Square Register was rooted in tight collaboration between industrial design and user experience design. The result is a delightfully easy experience for both seller and buyer, which is unusual in the payments industry. For merchants, the beautiful 13.3-inch touch screen seller display lets them quickly ring up sales and intuitively interact with software. For customers, the dedicated customer display is perfectly angled to show them what’s being added to their sale and facilitates easy payment with a simple tap, dip or swipe—all guided by simple UI prompts and LED lights. Square Register is also built to support various point-of-sale counter setups. The customer display can be detached from the arm of Square Register and placed within easy reach of customers. Square Register is the first Square hardware product designed with the company’s larger businesses in mind. As

merchants grow, they face more complex business challenges, and Square wanted to empower them every step of the way. This approach is reflected in the design choices Square made. For many sellers, the cities and states in which they operate are mandating a customer display at the point of sale to show customers what they’re buying. With Square Register and its dedicated customer display, sellers can meet this requirement while continuing to use Square hardware. Many of Square’s larger sellers have also been requesting an all-in-one point of sale, rather than a tablet point of sale, to elevate the look of their countertops—a request that Square Register fulfills. Further, sellers have cited the pain of updating software on a fleet of tablets, so Square built automatic software updates into Square Register that require no action from the seller. These free updates continuously give sellers new features, tools and improvements. Given the focus on larger new-to-Square sellers, Square Register opens up a critical base of customers for Square. In fact, one analyst estimates Square Register will add 6 percent to Square’s market value over the next 12 months. n Designed by Ben Chen of Square

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Werner ProForm F3 Fall Protection Harness Werner ProForm F3 is a premium fall-protection harness offering unmatched comfort. Understanding usersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs in fall situations, the ProForm F3 significantly increases overall compliance and safety. The ProForm F3 improves breathability and reduces overall weight without compromising support by using a custom-developed textile. Traditionally after a fall, workers are suspended for hours awaiting rescue. As the first product to offer post-fall adjustability with relief cords, the ProForm F3 allows users to easily move into a seated position where they can remain safe until they are rescued. Workers will be properly equipped and lives will be saved with the Werner ProForm F3 Fall Protection Harness. n Designed by KB Birdsall and Priority Designs for Werner Co.

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1. BELKIN STORE AND CHARGE GO Belkinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Store and Charge Go is the ideal solution to store and charge multiple devices safely and conveniently in classrooms. One unit stores up to 10 devices and can be attached securely to a desktop or wall to save space. Removable five-compartment bins add quick and easy deployment. Housing all charging cables neatly within the base unit, Store and Charge Go offers a universal storage solution for Chromebook computers, laptops, tablets and more. n Designed by Kenneth Mori, Abraham Camacho, Barry Sween, Thorben Neu and John Wadsworth of Belkin 2. DELL EMC POWEREDGE R740 RACK SERVER The new Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 Rack Server is a general-purpose workhorse optimized for workload acceleration. A server is a central computer structure (hardware and software) to which other computers in a network are connected, allowing all computers in the network to share applications and communicate with each other. The new R740 was designed to maximize application performance and provide the perfect balance of accelerator cards, storage and computer resources in a 2U 2-socket platform. n Designed by the Experience Design Group, Dell

3. FITT360 SECURITY The FITT360 Security is the first wearable 360-degree camera that can film in all directions. It is intended for security-related organizations such as military, private security and emergency services. The FITT360 Security was designed to eliminate the limitations of existing unidirectional cameras (e.g., chest-cam and CCTV), which leave blind spots because they record in only one direction. With the 360-degree recording capability centered on the wearer, the FITT360 can record data about every situation occurring in the vicinity of the user. n Designed by Junse Kim, Munsu Byeon and Taegyun Kim of LINKFLOW

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4. MOBILE INSPECTION ASSISTANT G60 The Mobile Inspection Assistant G60 combines a thermal imager, a pushto-talk radio and a smartphone. It is a powerful handheld device with rich wireless communications and multidata collectivity designed to increase the efficiency and accuracy of industrial inspections. Ideal for working in harsh environments, the G60 is waterproof and dustproof and protected by a rubber coating for shock and drop resistance up to 1.5 meters. n Designed by Eric Lee, Liying Chen, Cheng-Cheng Chen, Joey Yeh and Tsung-Chih Yeh of AMobile Intelligent Corp., Ltd. 5. NOKIA WPON SOLUTION Nokiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wireless PON (passive optical network) solution is an industry first that allows operators to offer gigabit services to customers using WiGig wireless technology, eliminating the need to bring fiber all the way to a home or building. The Nokia WPON includes a home wall portal device and access point that will enable faster connectivity. n Designed by Ben Avery, Anton Fahlgren, Fred Simon and Axel Meyer of Nokia Design for Nokia Fixed Networks 6. SMARTWAITER W1 The SMARTWAITER W1 is an intelligent storage device for office food delivery that meets the different needs of the delivery personnel, company administrators, and employees. It identifies each order with an RFID tag, automatically notifies users to pick up their food, and simplifies the process of delivery while reducing time and training costs. The energy-saving heating system separates the temperature-controlled areas for cold and hot food. n Designed by Beijing Meican Qiaoda Technology and Beijing FromD Design Consultancy 7. SURFACE ONE The Surface One is the first thermal spray-coating machine designed to enhance the properties of surfaces to, for example, improve heat and corrosion resistance. Compared to conventional systems, the Surface One combines all necessary components in one standardized compact design. This significantly speeds up configuration and installation and ensures reliable and repeatable coatings. n Designed by Alexander Sollberger, Alexander Michla and Andreas Pick of Oerlikon Metco AG and J.H.W. Stevens, P.R.P.C. Adrian and K. Schumacher of IDpartners

8. TENNANT T600 PROFESSIONAL FLOOR SCRUBBER The T600 is a walk-behind commercial floor scrubber. It features on-board generation of a cleaning solution that does not require additional chemicals or detergents. The design emphasizes ease of use by integrating training aids such as color-coded controls, maintenance touchpoints and useful features such as trash bag and spray bottle holders. n Designed by John Ickes, IDSA, Frank Sterpka and Toufong Lo of Tennant Co. 9. WP 3010 PALLET TRUCK Crownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s WP 3010 Pallet Truck makes lifting and moving heavy pallets easier than ever. Users are more confident because of its excellent fork visibility and the integrated strap that helps secure unstable loads. The result is a best-inclass product designed with industrial performance standards, a user-friendly design and new levels of sustainability. n Designed by Christoph Babel, Christian Molnar and Jim Kraimer of Crown Equipment Corp.

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Google Home Max & Google Home Mini

INCOGNITO TECH

oogle’s vision is to build simple solutions that work in the background, helping when users need it and staying out of the way when they don’t. Google Home Max & Google Home Mini are the next iterations of the Google Home line. Google Home Max can hear users across the room even while music is playing hidden under a discreet visual UI. Google Home Mini delivers a premium product experience at a very low price point, bringing the Assistant to every room. For Google Home Max, the designers explored how they could create a premium minimal audio assistant when most speakers are designed to stand out and are overly technical looking. Music is the primary use for Max, so it was designed from the ground up with acoustically transparent fabric so music lovers will never experience a lack of audio quality. Additionally, it needed to have some form of vibration dampening on the exterior, but the designers were not willing to sacrifice the minimal external surface of the product via nubs of extra feet.

Max fits into the home much like a piece of furniture. All the technology is hidden under a custom-designed and acoustically transparent fabric enclosure. The fabric is soft to the touch yet durable, featuring a mélange yarn that helps emphasize the product’s highlights and curvature. With a carefully crafted shape and sensor for orientation, you can place Max vertically or horizontally. A silicone dualorientation base magnetically attaches to Max’s base in both orientations to protect the product from surface debris and to eliminate the need for unsightly fixed dimples on all sides. Max features “Smart Sound”: Room equalization adjusts the sound based on the surroundings, giving you full, balanced audio no matter where you place it. Media equalization optimizes to whatever you’re listening to. Automatic software updates mean that the sound is always at its best. For the Google Home Mini, the design team thought a lot about how to get great sound in such a small product. They embraced Mini’s circular shape to project 360-degree sound that is crisp no matter where you stand in the room. The integrated heatsink and acoustic waveguide reduce device volume and maximize audio performance. Rather than add complexity to the form with physical music controls, capacitive touch sensors under the fabric adjust the volume. The most immediately noticeable attribute of Mini is the striking simplicity of the design. It’s sleek and smooth with no corners or edges. And it’s small enough to easily place anywhere in your home. The entire top enclosure is covered in fabric. The fabric is not just about the aesthetics; it is core to the product experience. The pique knit material was created from scratch, right down to the yarn. It needed to be durable and soft, but also transparent enough to let both light and sound through. This perfect balance allows for all of Mini’s technology to be tucked away underneath the clean, simple enclosure. n Designed by Google Hardware Design Team for Google LLC

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One of the wonderful things about having a portfolio approach to home audio/assistant solutions is that it allows

users to mix and match the right hardware to the right space in their home. A living room might call for a large

speaker while smaller rooms like a bathroom or a kitchen can make do with a Mini. The friendly sculptural

designs with home-appropriate colors, materials and finishes create the feeling of an audio throw pillow.

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—Michael DiTullo

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Google Pixel 2, Google Pixel 2 XL & Google Pixel 2 Cases

A CONNECTED ECOSYSTEM

he Google Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL, and accompanying cases are the centerpiece of a connected ecosystem that brings the best of Google from software, hardware and AI to the user in the most advanced yet iconic products Google has built. The design of the Pixel smartphones combines a high degree of technological complexity with the best user experience features, such as front-facing stereo speakers, ergonomically placed buttons, a fingerprint sensor and the quick-access Active Edgeâ&#x201E;˘ squeeze technology that activates the Google Assistant. Crafted with a unique tailored fabric, the Pixel 2 Cases have a knit exterior and a soft microfiber liner to help protect the phones in a way that is compatible with the Active Edge technology. Creating a differentiated design in a competitive, highly saturated market drove the design language for the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL. Other challenges included being able to integrate forefront smartphone technology in a compelling design that maximizes the screen-to-body ratio while also maintaining ergonomics and uncompromised usability. The Pixel Cases needed to be flexible enough to be compatible with the Active Edge technology yet sturdy enough to protect the phone. The form of the Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL was carefully sculpted using 3D-formed glass on the front; the rear housing was designed with a metal body and a glass window at the top. On the back, all the camera components and some antennas are located behind the glass portion for the maximum performance and ergonomics. From a user experience perspective, the dual material finish guides the user semantically, differentiating the bottom portion as the zone to hold and touch from the top portion as the zone for the imaging sensors. On the front, the 3D glass enables a soothing finger navigation through the apps.

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Google has created a set of phones and accessories that are fun,

versatile and extremely well executed. It’s very inspiring to see the attention

to detail put into these products, from materials to

colors and patterns and manufacturing.

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—Alex Lobos, IDSA

The soft-knit cases not only fit perfectly in the users’ lifestyle; they also facilitate pulling the phone in and out of your pocket while protecting the phone. The design also brings a pop color to the power button in two of the colorways. The Google Pixel 2, Pixel 2 XL and Pixel 2 Cases bring information closer to the user by facilitating access to search and the Google Assistant via a simple squeeze of the Active Edge—reinforcing Google’s overarching goal of making information more accessible and useful. n Designed by Google Hardware Design Team for Google LLC

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Google Pixelbook & Pixelbook Pen

STRETCHING BOUNDARIES

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This design threatens to break the limits of our imagination about

tablets and laptops. It is neither a tablet nor a laptop. It is a

solution that integrates software and hardware that will give

the best interactive performance and user experience. —Sheng-Hung Lee, I/IDSA

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he Google Pixelbook is the thinnest laptop that can rotate to become a tablet. It is fully functional in either mode, has class-leading Wi-Fi reception and demonstrates a build quality unmatched by the competition. Combined with the stability, reliability and always-updated Chrome operating system, it provides a professional-level product that stretches the boundaries of the platform. The Pixelbook Pen extends the experience to a more natural drawing and handwriting interaction, including a direct button to access the Google Assistant that allows the user to search by circling content. The goal for the Pixelbook was to make the thinnest 360-degree laptop without compromising usability in either laptop or tablet mode. The designers had to solve for both perception and technical challenges. With its 10.3-millimeter thickness, the structure had to be both rigid and light. Even the 360-degree hinge had not yet been developed in a product so thin. The glass inlay on the top outer enclosure creates the most iconic feature of the design and highlights the rational material breakups. Being aligned with the design language of the other Google hardware products, this material breakup has multiple functional purposes. Because the product is so thin, the layers of metal would hinder the performance of the antenna, but the use of glass in this area provides a clear path for the radio frequency signals and also adds stiffness to the structure. The linear banding detail is repeated in the elastomer palm rest area and again on the bottom of the product. Internally, these bands functionally break up the technology areas, such as the battery, keyboard and printed circuit board. On the outside, the bands denote grip, rest and typing areas. This focus on minimal extraneous details finds itself again in the speakers, which are hidden by the hinges and the rubber bumpers. These same bumpers serve a dual purpose. Combined with the palm rest, they provide cushioning when closed in laptop mode, and when in tablet mode they form the feet.

Several of the microphone holes are hidden in the LED holes. The LEDs themselves are buried deeply to be less disruptive in dark rooms and to evoke the feeling of a pilot light glowing within. And the track pad glass cantilevers off the edge, which not only minimizes the visual clutter but also makes it more natural to press with the side of a thumb. With its iconic design, the Pixelbook defines a new design language for Google-branded laptops while blending in with the 2017 hardware line of products. With the growing number of Android apps working on Chromebooks, the aim is to communicate that a Chromebook can be a welldesigned and serious professional tool for productivity yet also great for creating. Paired with the Pixelbook Pen, the Pixelbook will help drive growth in app development and expand the use of Chromebooks into professional arenas. n Designed by Google Hardware Design Team for Google LLC

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Light L16

CAPTURING TRUE INTENT

magine a scientist in the field needing to document a natural phenomenon but having to settle for taking pictures with a cellphone because an DSLR kit was too large and heavy to carry. Imagine a photojournalist in a war or disaster zone where lugging a massive camera bag is not only cumbersome but potentially dangerous. Imagine just being able to capture the beauty and subtlety of day-to-day life in a very high-resolution format that can be savored for years to come. Better photography means better art, better journalism, better science, better memories. With the Light L16, DSLR-quality images can be produced with a form factor closer to that of a smartphone.

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disruptive an idea as it is visually compelling, creating a new conversation for what a camera could be.

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The Light L16 is the world’s first multi-aperture computational camera. It combines an ergonomically refined case, breakthrough optics and the most advanced imaging engine ever created to bring DSLR image quality to a pocket-size form factor. Sixteen image sensors span wide angle, mid and telephoto ranges. There are no extra lenses to carry or change. Based on focal distance, each shutter click captures up to 10 images, which are then fused into a high-resolution photo that can be refocused and adjusted with the Light editing software. Each shot yields infinite photographic outcomes. The design objective was to integrate Light’s groundbreaking optics and imageprocessing technology into a refined easy-to-use camera to satisfy the most discerning photography enthusiasts. Sixteen cameras, a flash and a laser focus assist had to be fashioned into an ergonomically polished form factor that fits in a coat pocket. Every facet of the physical interaction and technology integration demanded the utmost care to ensure an authentic, pleasing camera experience. While the technology is completely novel, it was important that the experience of taking a picture be familiar and expected. As a camera, the L16 is utterly unique. While no other camera deploys this kind of technology, the L16 provides an authentic camera experience. Form, feel, materials and a myriad subtle details make it so. The minutiae of how the hands and fingers interact with the camera body and UI controls are subtle yet impactful. Deliberate curves and recesses provide a natural and secure interaction. The lens array looks random, but is actually an expression of how the camera sensors work as a system. The casework carries iconic form, graphics and material cues to suggest a highperformance camera. After the photos have been taken, the Light editing software allows the field of focus to be adjusted to capture the photographer’s true intent. Light is a start-up, and the Light L16 camera is the company’s first product. The industrial design has been met with universal praise as a functional, durable and elegant photographic tool. As a first product, the design instantly established Light’s credibility as a premium-quality digital camera manufacturer. The industrial design garnered attention from some of the world’s most prestigious camera and optics brands and manufacturers seeking investment and technology licensing. n Designed by Fred Bould, IDSA, Anson Cheung and Dayne Tanner of Bould Design for Light

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CJ79, 21:9 Wide Monitor with Thunderbolt3 CJ79 is a 34-inch monitor with an aspect ratio of 21:9 and a 155R curve designed to match the natural curvature of the human eye. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a display that offers comfort with optimal immersion for users who spend a lot of time in front of monitors. The 1500R curvature is not found in competing products and offers an industry-leading level of comfort. With its sleek look and all unnecessary components removed, the CJ79 is designed to be not just a display monitor but an objet dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;art that coexists in its space, becoming one with its surroundings. n Designed by Yongjoo Lee and Taeyeon Won of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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Surface Laptop The Surface Laptop combines mobility, performance and elegance in one slim device. With a weight of only 2.8 pounds and a battery life of up to 14.5 hours, the device offers the perfect balance between performance and mobility. The brilliant 13.5-inch display enables fast and natural navigation via touch. High-quality materials ensure durability and comfort during use: the keyboard is covered with a soft and resistant microfiber and offers a pleasant typing sensation. The Surface Laptop comes with Windows 10 S preinstalled, a special configuration of Windows 10 Pro optimized for maximum security and performance. n Designed by the Microsoft Devices Design Team for Microsoft Corp.

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2 1. BELKIN DURATEK™ CABLE FAMILY Not just any charge cable, the Belkin DuraTek™ cables were forged from superior-quality materials for ultimate durability. Kevlar fibers reinforce the inner wiring for added strength, abrasion-resistant nylon forms a tough outer jacket, and highly flexible insulation minimizes damage from friction. The strength created by these ingredients was further enhanced by a smart design that reinforces the cable at stress points. This ensures that the finished product can withstand even the most demanding routines to deliver a cable that borders on indestructible. n Designed by Kenneth Mori, Claire Park, Mitchell Suckle, Oliver Seil and Daniel Reyes of Belkin

2. DELL ULTRATHIN MONITORS S2419HM/S2719DM The new Dell Ultrathin Consumer Monitor for 24- and 27-inch screens exemplifies true slimness of form factor with a continuous back cover surface unlike any competitors. They are currently the world’s brightest ultrathin monitors in the class, with a Corning Iris™ Glass light-guide plate and designed to suit the modern home of consumers. The connectivity ports are intentionally designed to be rear facing in a vertical column arrangement to visually hide all the connection ports behind the stand. n Designed by the Experience Design Group, Dell 3. GALAXY S8, S8+ & NOTE8 The Galaxy S8, S8+ and Note8 line of smartphones delivers timeless design. The Galaxy S8 and S8+ eliminates elements that felt needlessly mechanical, focusing only on the essence of the device. The Infinity Display, which occupies at least 80 percent of the panel, produces an innovative silhouette. The Note8 features a new premium design for the Note series and the Infinity Display to facilitate the use of the S-pen stylus, offering a new level of aesthetics, functionality and convenience. n Designed by Mobile Design Team of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 4. HP SPECTRE 13 The HP Spectre 13 is the world’s thinnest touch clamshell notebook. Now with show-stopping new colors, a narrow-border touch display, more battery life and a bigger keyboard, the Spectre 13 redefines the notebook. As elegant as it is unprecedented, it fuses exceptional design with powerful performance. Compared to its predecessor, the new Spectre 13 notebook is 16 millimeters narrower in width and 5 millimeters shorter in length. HP’s thinnest and lightest laptop now packs even more performance. n Designed by HP Design Team and Native Design

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1. DOLBY BRAND DESIGN SYSTEM The Dolby Brand Design System is a documented design language that translates the intangibles of the Dolby portfolio of brands into physical and experiential manifestations through a common vocabulary. The comprehensive design system spans and integrates brand strategy, graphic design, photography, video content, motion graphic, industrial, environmental, user interaction and experience design disciplines. The system provides the tools and creative guidance to establish a consistent identity for all endpoints and experiences while allowing for guided flexibility for discrete solutions. n Designed by Dolby Design, Astro, Hatch and Awake for Dolby Laboratories, Inc. 2. SPRING SPRING is a pioneering accelerator that supports entrepreneurs and businesses whose products and services have the potential to transform the lives of adolescent girls living in poverty worldwide. Working in East Africa and South Asia, SPRING identifies 18-20 local entrepreneurs each year and provides business and experience design expertise alongside access to funding in order to accelerate the growth of their businesses and to support their communities. When the program ends this year, SPRING will have reached over 3 million girls. n Designed by Yves BĂŠhar, IDSA, Roo Rogers, Sam Sturm, Martha Deery and fuseproject design team

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The Definitive Autonomous Car Experience

DESIGN FROM THE INSIDE OUT

ll over the globe people waste billions of hours sitting in carsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;precious time that could be much better spent. The Autonomous Vehicle Simulator (AVS) imagines the future car experience. Created in response to intensive global research, it identified the brand experiences that people want when they no longer need to drive: a place to relax, share, think, listen and see. A place that knows what its passengers like, what they want and what they need. To compete in the next chapter of vehicle design, Ford required a fundamentally different approach to its process. The design team spearheaded this transformation by engaging with the entire organization, empowering isolated business units to leverage synergies and unite them across all disciplines in order to deliver a revolutionary new platform. Extensive global research identified the mobility experiences people want when driving is no longer required, unlocking entirely new models of customer use and new business partnerships and service innovations.

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The future of the car does not lie within the chassis or the exterior styling, but in the experience. And, like many things from TVs to airlines and mobile devices, whoever has the best experience wins. The key to success is the ability to develop solutions that are truly holistic. In partnership with Ford, the design team worked for over two years to build a clear exemplification of the autonomous vehicle experience. They interviewed, observed, and validated the use case with target customers in five key countries. They uncovered critical insights to inform their approach and developed opportunities that ranged across all touchpoints, customer engagement, business models, ergonomics, manufacturing and immersive technology. The team approached the subject of autonomy holistically by studying the future urban landscape, demographic shifts, technology roadmaps and evolving user behaviors. Through this, the designers synthesized a unique set of high-value opportunities that generated hundreds of new patents for Ford. These innovations include connected

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A wildly imaginative look at how we may travel in the future. This solution is multiple layers deep, looking at

many different opportunities and redefining the experience inside the greenhouse. This concept challenges

the expectations of the industry.

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applications, a projected-image human-machine interface, transparent contextual displays, mechanical engineering inventions, and a highly tailored touch and voice control that reaffirms brand presence and enables a premium end-toend experience. Designed from the inside-out, the AVS is a fully holistic, integrated physical and digital experience. It is a transformational space that places users at the center of the experience. A 360-degree programmable environment prompts real-time interaction, enabling true behavioral analysis. Radical inventions born from the project form the autonomous vehicle future: adaptable seating reconfigures before you board, interactive surfaces inspire social interaction, digital windows minimize motion sickness, AI air and lighting harmonize circadian rhythms, noise cancelling

—Cory Herbst, IDSA

improves privacy, contextual interfaces interact with the city en-route, and innovative service models deliver goods directly to the vehicle. The team built a high-fidelity physical and digital interactive experience, exhibiting how these technologies and services reinvent the business and experience of mobility. The experience was unveiled in a specially built 3,000-squarefoot exhibition space within the Piquette Factory, the birthplace of the Model-T. Since then, customers, business leaders, engineers and technologists have spent hundreds of hours experiencing AVS, interacting with the adaptive technologies and services to test and refine the definitive autonomous experience. These concepts are now being developed by Ford’s R&D teams for integration into the company’s cycle plan. n Designed by Native Design for Ford Motor Co.

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Play Impossible’s GameBall Play Impossible’s GameBall is an active gaming system that combines physical play with digital app magic to ignite the joy, challenge and entertainment that keep kids moving and engaged with one another. Play Impossible’s debut physical product, Gameball, bridges the gap between addictive digital media and physical activity, combining both worlds into a singular experience. The Gameball’s lively motion and energetic sound design engage kids within the Play Impossible App where the Gameball is the controller. In this paradigm, the physical object is made digital—simply toss the ball to change games and tap to start. n Designed by Gadi Amit, IDSA, Tony Smith, Jon Patterson, Timmy Chau and Stan Moiseyenko of NewDealDesign with Brian Monnin and Kevin Langdon of Play Impossible

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nuraphone

THE SECRET TO PERFECT

ioneering a technology is always a challenge, especially when the ultimate goal is to deliver perfect sound for everyone. The nura story started with the idea of creating headphones that automatically learn and adapt to people’s unique hearing, which is as distinct as their fingerprint or voice. The nuraphone is the first headphone to automatically adapt its sound system to match the user’s hearing profile, changing the way people listen to music.

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In the crowded headphone market, it’s hard to

break through. Nuraphone challenges the status

quo of what truly personalized audio can be. A new

paradigm delivered in a thoughtful, holistic design

experience that’s music to my ears.

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—Nasahn Sheppard

One of the main challenges was how to fit a considerable amount of tech into a wearable device. (The first prototype were earbuds that plugged into a PCB the size of a shoebox.) Another challenge was to ensure that the device is comfortable for prolonged listening sessions, which involved over 300 user tests, over 100 iterations of the inova™ structure and over 20 trials of the cooling Tesla valves. In addition to hardware and design challenges, the design team also had to overcome UX, programming and graphic design, obstacles related to the companion app that guides the users through the creation of their hearing profile.

The nuraphone is neither in-ear nor over-ear—it’s both. The inova architecture splits the melodic notes to an inear speaker and bass sounds to an over-ear tactile driver that delivers the sound through your skin, adding an haptic dimension to the experience. For the first time you can adjust your level of immersion and truly feel like you are standing in the front row of a concert. The inova architecture also offers dual passive isolation, which means it doesn’t let any noise in or leak any sound out. The system uses one-way Tesla valves and the movement of the outer speaker to create an air flow through the ear cups that inhales cool air and exhales hot air to keep your ears cool even after hours of listening. Another point of difference with conventional headphones lays in the choice of materials. The materials are premium and uncommon for an industry that relies mostly on plastic: lightweight anodized aluminum for the cups, high-grade Japanese steel for the headband and soft-touch silicon for the inova. The user is at the core of the product. The journey the user goes on starts with the unboxing experience where every single step was designed to marvel and engage. Everything starts with the cosmetic packaging that instead of being a glossy white box is an organic volume sculptured by sound waves and made of recyclable PaperFoam. Once opened, it reveals the magnetic case, a zipper-free shell that is easy to operate and protects the nuraphones. But it is only when worn that the real magic of the nuraphones is unleashed and the user experiences what true sound is. The nuraphones together with the app smoothly guide the user through a 60-second objective hearing test that ends with a personalized hearing profile that is applied to every song played. n Designed by Lorenzo Pavesi and Jonathan Yap of nura design team in collaboration with Tricycle Developments and the Office for Product Design

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VIVE Focus

UNLIMITED FREEDOM

he VIVE Focus offers an approachable immersive virtual reality experience. Designed to fit into different scenarios, it allows people to use virtual reality on daily basis anywhere. The VIVE Focus is intuitive and convenient to use without compromising performance. Beside its gaming capability, industries like education, business enterprise, tourism, training programs and the medical field can all benefit from using VIVE Focus with well-developed VR applications. The VIVE Focus standalone VR headset requires no phone, no hassling with cables and no additional trackers. The VIVE Focus has a built-in battery, a highly efficient processor and stereo speakers. Its triangle support design

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distributes weight and pressure while still delivering a stylish design. The adjustable hinge design and the water-repellent faux-leather paddings provide the most comfortable wearing experience. This thoughtful design will fit seamlessly into the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own personal taste and lifestyle. The user experience and ergonomics are the most challenging aspects of designing VR-related products. In order to provide the best immersive experience, a VR headset needs to fit a personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s head perfectly and effortlessly. During the design process for the VIVE Focus, the design team took different factors into consideration: race, head size, head shape, gender, age and much more. Because all these factors correspond to one and another, the goal was to find the

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After reviewing many VR headsets, I applaud the VIVE Focus for how it was clearly built with with male and

female ergonomics in mind. It adjusts to fit any head size, is weighted appropriately to prevent fatigue and is

easy to sanitize.

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perfectly balanced build and setup. Ten full-size prototypes were built to make sure everything is just right under different user scenarios. In order to further enhance the wearing experience, the design team redefined how a VR headset should look by introducing a new wearing experience. After countless hours working with different engineering teams, different materials such as leather, fabric, and soft and hard plastic were considered in order to find a solution that is not only stylish but also offers the best ergonomic, structure, performance and user experience. The triangle support design distributes weight and pressure across the user’s head. This design enables a fast, easy wearing experience and allows users to move freely without hesitation. The synthetic leather padding is not only comfortable in feel but also keeps users cooler for longer.

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A single press of the power key wakes up the VIVE Focus. The built-in sensor automatically senses when the user puts the VIVE Focus on and launches the immersive VR experience in the blink of an eye. It is equipped with the world-scale inside-out tracking (6DoF) system. The two front cameras sense the user’s movement, enabling them to explore freely in both the virtual world and the real world simultaneously without boundaries. Sound quality also plays a big role when it comes to immersive experience. Instead of hassling with earphones, the VIVE Focus has built-in stereo speakers offering the best surround sound. With the foldable hinge design, users can carry or store the VIVE Focus with the smallest footprint, letting them enjoy an immersive virtual reality experience anytime, anywhere. n Designed by Leewei Chen, Michael Kuo, Sara Hsu, Chris Chen, Johnson Chiang and the designers of HTC Industrial Design Team

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Google Pixel Buds Google Pixel Buds are wireless headphones that help users do more. Google Pixel Buds integrate hardware, software and AI to bring an experience that goes beyond just sounding great. By reducing the form to its very essence, the designers embraced the cord, leveraging it as an ergonomic adjustable ear loop. The earbuds, in conjunction with a Google phone and Assistant, can alert users to upcoming events, play music, make phone calls, read text messages aloud, get directions and translate foreign languages in real time. The Pixel Buds come with a pocket-sized charging case that provides up to 24 hours of listening time. n Designed by Google Hardware Design Team for Google LLC

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Kylin M The Snoppa Kylin M is a portable handheld three-axis stabilizer for lightweight devices. The Kylin M uses Snoppaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advanced multi-axis stabilizing system that can effectively eliminate video shake caused by movement when holding a camera and realize smooth professional video normally found only when a slider device is used in the professional filmmaking process. The Kylin M is designed to handle mirrorless cameras and some DSLRs, but can also stabilize mobile phones and action cameras as well. The Kylin M brings professional-quality videos to everyone without the need for a huge team or lots of costly equipment. n Designed by Jieling Zhou, Weiling Li, Junliang Long, Hudong He, Yiyi Xu and Ni Jiao of GWOWO Design for SNOPPA Technology Co., Ltd.

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Oculus Touch The Oculus Touch VR Controllers bring the magic of hand presence—the feeling that virtual hands are actually the user’s own hands—to life in VR. As part of the Rift product family, the Oculus Touch provides accurate real-time hand tracking; a touch-sensitive control interface to enable social interaction hand gestures like thumbs-up, “OK” and pointing; and a fully featured set of buttons and controls for intuitive and immersive gaming in VR. The Touch was designed to be an effortless extension of the hand and to be so easy and natural to use that it disappears during use. n Designed by the Oculus Design Team for Oculus / Facebook

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Smart Audio VL Series (VL5 and VL3)

The Smart Audio VL is a wireless audio system with a simple form factor that allows easy installation anywhere around the house, freeing users of the stereotype of the conventional fixed positioning of an audio system. It also provides users with easy control through a Dial Remote that lets the users find tracks and carry out simple commands such as play/pause and volume adjustment via voice commands. Listening to music has now expanded to every living space and audio quality is ever more important. That is why the Smart Audio VL Series prioritizes the shape, form factor and user experience of audio. n Designed by Bumho Chun, Gyoosang Choi, Sungil Bang, Junpyo Kim and Byungwook Kang of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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THE FRAME

THE FRAME is a beautiful display designed specifically to bring a room to life even when the TV is not in use. When someone turns the TV off, rather than going to black, the display goes into art mode. THE FRAME is the first sensorbased display that adapts to its environment throughout the day with automated brightness and presence capabilities. When no one is in the room, the display turns off entirely. The bezel of THE FRAME can be customized from materials chosen by the owner to blend the display into their home dĂŠcor. n Designed by Yves BĂŠhar, IDSA, and the fuseproject design team; and Yunje Kang, Sangyoung Lee and Sungjun Ann of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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Xiaomo AI Camera

Xiaomo is a visual AI algorithm camera. It can be fixed anywhere with removable stickers and magnets and controlled by gestures and expressions, or used remotely with a smartphone. Different lighting effects give the user information and guide them through the AI photographing experience. The photos can be processed and shared on the social network in the app. Users will feel more at ease when photographing themselves or friends, and can easily capture their memories anytime anywhere. This is the first AI algorithm camera of its kind in the industry. n Designed by Xu Chongyue, Zhang Ge, Ouyang Junxia and Pu Hanlai of Shanghai MeetVR Tech. Co., Ltd.

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1. CLOVA FRIENDS With this character-type AI speaker, users can easily control other IoT devices, answer questions and play music anytime, anywhere. Most AI speakers only focus on delivering their functional aspects to the customers; lacking is the human interaction between the speakers and the users. With Clova Friends, people do not have to feel like they are talking to a machine, but rather they are communicating with a human-like device. n Designed by NAVER Clova 2. KODAK PRINTOMATIC The Kodak PRINTOMATIC merges the nostalgia of the classic Kodak Instamatic camera with digital instant-print technology to create a decidedly modern form. With its minimal controls and highly compact retro design, the product is meant to appeal to the Instagram generation, who may not have had the experience of taking a photo and instantly holding it in their hands. The 10-megapixel point-and-shoot PRINTOMATIC Camera instantly and automatically prints color or black-and-white photos directly from the camera body. n Designed by Ammunition for C&A Marketing 3. ROG HURACAN (G21) The ROG G21 is a high-performance compact 13L gaming desktop with cyber-warrior and cyber-punk design elements. It has an aggressive, angular chassis with sharp creases that reflect a warrior’s battle scars. The G21 has a magnetically secured cover that can be opened to improve airflow into the system, give the CPU and GPU a performance boost, and activate Aura light effects. The G21 also has side panels that can be opened to provide easy access to internal components for hardware upgrades. n Designed by Lai Sin Fei, Chan Wai Tong and Chiu Szu Tang of ASUSTek Computer Inc.

4. SOUNDLINK MICRO SPEAKER SoundLink is a speaker that can keep pace with users. It doesn’t matter what they are doing—hiking, cooking or hanging out. Bose designed the SoundLink Micro to be a portable companion to any lifestyle. Micro is rugged and waterproof so users can take it wherever they go without worrying about damage. When a speaker this small sounds this good, users will never want to leave it behind. n Designed by Bose Design Studio 5. SOUNDWEAR COMPANION SPEAKER The SoundWear Companion Spreaker offers the convenience of headphones with the awareness of a speaker. It is a wearable speaker that allows users to listen to music as well as their surroundings with a deep, rich sound that is clear but doesn’t disturb people nearby. Using the Bose Connect app to control the Bluetooth and manage the bass, SoundWear is a revolutionary new speaker in a long history of innovation from Bose with legendary waveguide technology for market-leading performance. n Designed by Bose Design Studio

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SEAt

LET ME INTRODUCE YOU TO NATURE

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SEAt is all about balance and integration—the perfect

combination of materials, experiences and aesthetics

that creates a strong connection between the user

and the environment. A strong element of SEAt is

the variety of seating arrangements found along the

shore, which provides users with different experiences

and encourages them to continue walking and

enjoying the scenery.

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—Alex Lobos, IDSA

EAt is a public bench system designed for Jebudo, an island off the western coast of Hwaseong City, South Korea. Like many dying islands and remote areas in Korea, Jebudo has been struggling with depopulation, an unstable economy and a decline in tourism. The system consists of 10 types of benches that were installed on a 2.3-killometer-long boardwalk along the Jebudo coast. Designed as landscape sculptures for seating, viewing, playing and resting, SEAt is transforming the way visitors experience and embrace the vast drama of the seascape. Ten years of extensive real estate development in Jebudo resulted in poor quality tourist resorts and restaurants that have not only hurt Jebudo’s economy but also damaged the local community and the environment. Overuse by tourists have harmed the mudflats surrounding the island. The SEAt project is one of the efforts being undertaken by the local government to revitalize Jebudo. The design of the benches had to accomplish two goals: be strong enough to withstand the harsh environment of the sea and blend in with the landscape. Rather than add to the clutter of tourist facilities, SEAt takes advantage of Jebudo’s existing infrastructure by utilizing the boardwalk. Built along Jebudo coastline, the boardwalk was narrow and long with high, thick wooden posts that blocked the seascape. The designers incorporated the benches into the boardwalk in a way that helps them blend into the landscape. Creating spaces to incorporate seating within the narrow boardwalk led to interesting design solutions, such

as wrapping the posts and installing cantilevered decks. Each type of bench, such as standing, sunbed, swing, bar, amphitheater, nest and terrace, also produces a unique perspective of the seascape. Overcoming the limitations of the narrow and uninteresting boardwalk with its tall, thick wooden posts created an interesting and unique user experience. In places the edge of the boardwalk was extended to provide spaces where people can rest and play while enjoying an amazing view of the sky, the mudflats and the sunset without obstructing others from walking by. Each bench typology was designed to take advantage of the site’s space availability and to rediscover the landscape. As visitors walk through the boardwalk, they encounter the benches as landscape sculptures, which discretely invite them to pause their journey and engage the vast drama of the seascape. SEAt is made of anodized aluminum and ipe hardwood, which are tough enough for wet and salty wind and reflect the fluctuating color of the scenery as the weather and the tide changes. The glass walls that replaced the boardwalk’s thick wooden posts not only open up the views but also shield users from strong winds. Since the project was completed, visitors tend to stay longer on the boardwalk and better appreciate Jebudo’s seascape. Tourism in Jebudo increased approximately 30 percent in the year after SEAt was installed. More importantly, people are more conscious of the environment, and local residents are proud of the project. n Designed by Soonyup Kwon, Rahui Kwon and Jongvin Lee of SOAP and Dongsun Chang of the SODA Museum for Hawseong City (South Korea)

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Transmission-Field Tandem

THE SPIRIT OF WINE

his project, the Museum of International Brewmasters Art, located in the center of Beijing, occupies an old Russian-style industrial building. The museum is intended to energize and promote Chinese wine culture. The creation of wine is the fruit of the wisdom of our ancestors and the combination of soil, water, fire, grain and other elements with the time required to brew an exciting wine. The design of the building was inspired by the natural wine-making process, matching the spatial patterns formed by soil, water, fire, and grain to produce functional spaces with different spiritual meanings. The large metal grille wall added to the front of the building embodies the spirit of an old winery reshaped by contemporary design techniques. Sunlight penetrates the grille to illuminate the aged factory building to create more interactive spaces between wine and people—a modern space with deep cultural heritage. n Designed by Alfie Shao of CHI-studio for MIBA

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This project not only retains the essence of the

original Eastern culture but brings innovative and

creative elements into the design. The old building

is enhanced and turned into a new space.

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—Sheng Hung Lee, I/IDSA

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TURF Acoustic Ceiling Tile Systems

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coustic levels and noise within modern open spaces and hardsurface environments are a constant distraction that impact productivity and focus at many businesses. Acoustic solutions are limited, expensive, often require specialized installation and are frequently the first specification to be cut from a building project. Creating an alternative that would provide a more budget- and contractor-friendly choice while maintaining an aesthetic that is acceptable—or even inspiring—to the architecture and design community has been an ongoing industry challenge. Open-plan designs account for over 70 percent of modern offices, yet these spaces are usually comprised of easy-to-clean surfaces like glass and concrete, which reflect sound, create harsh echoes and compound environmental noises. Excessive noise can mean more than just mild irritation; it can harm productivity, well-being, happiness and, most importantly, physical health. The World Health Organization estimates that in Europe the annual cost of excessive noise levels is £30 billion from “lost working days, healthcare costs, and reduced productivity.” Workers in open-plan offices take 70 percent more sick days than those working from home. The TURF Acoustic Ceiling Tile System is a customized system of tiles that are easily installed by attaching them to drop-ceiling T-grids using magnets. TURF provides toolkits for designers to explore and specify the custom configurations of the various tile shapes and topographies. The result transcends the product and becomes part of the space’s architecture. The suite of individual tiles is based on common dimensions that can be combined in different ways to create a fully customized design from modular pieces.

All TURF ceiling tiles are made from 5-millimeter heathered PET felt board, which is manufactured with recycled polyester plastic, the majority of which comes from recycled water bottles. Finding the proper Class A fire-rated material was a challenge. Recycled PET is usually not a finished face material. The design team turned to the automotive industry and leveraged its use of PET felt for liners in trunks, car door panels and bus interiors. The magnetic clips are tempered spring steel with rare earth magnets. By leveraging low-cost materials and manufacturing processes combined with an inspiring design and easy installation strategy, TURF creates a costbenefit narrative that is easy for the client to sell to customers. In addition, the design utilizes ubiquitous drop-ceiling grids that all contractors are familiar with, eliminating the need to educate and train specialized installers and avoiding installation problems and claims in the field. Virtually any trade can install TURF: ceiling contractors, painters, electricians, facilities management. The TURF Acoustic Ceiling Tile System is an intelligent solution to environmental noise that leverages inspiring aesthetics, customization, functional design and engineering, low-cost manufacturing, recycled materials, and magnetic plug-n-play contractor-friendly installation. TURF’s ability to offer functional performance and transformative aesthetics without compromise while complementing existing construction workflows and budgets sets this product apart in the market. And most importantly, TURF tiles significantly reduce excessive noise and distraction in environments without compromising the office architecture and aesthetics. n Designed by Scott Wilson, IDSA, Dave Seal, Arvid Roach and Keith Alsberg of Minimal and Jason Gillette of TURF

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These modular ceiling tiles enable users to choose

their favorite patterns and create a DIY ceiling through

simple and easy assembling. The product gives full

play to the acoustical performance of its materials.

It is both functional and humanized, making the best

of a supporting part of interior spaces.

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—Sheng Hung Lee, I/IDSA

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Jebudo ArtPark The Jebudo ArtPark is a public art and viewing pavilion that is an effort to kick-start the revitalization of Jebudo, South Korea, by the local community. The Jebudo ArtPark is located in an unused lot in Jebudo, an island fading from the interest of tourists. Six renovated shipping containers are carefully arranged toward the sea in order to create the best viewpoints of Jebudoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s seascape while retaining the spaces between containers for outside events and community gatherings. By exploring the ArtParkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s open structure, you will discover the arts inside and breathtaking panoramic views of the landscape outside, blurring the boundaries between the arts and nature. n Designed by Soonyup Kwon, Rahui Kwon and Jongvin Lee of SOAP for Hawseong City and GyeongGi Cultural Foundation and Gyeonggi Province (South Korea)

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KOSMOS: Ulleung-do Resort Ulleung-do (Ulleung Island) is one of the most preserved primitive natural environments in South Korea. The project site has a magnificent natural landscape. This project is a small boutique resort consisting of two villas built on Ulleung-do by Kolon Glotech, a subsidiary group of the Kolon Corporation. Villa KOSMOS consists of four suite rooms, banquet facilities, a restaurant, a sauna and an infinity pool. Villa TERRE consists of eight deluxe rooms and a cafeteria. The outdoor space has a garden with a marvelous view of the sunset and the passing of the moon in harmony with the landscape. n Designed by Chanjoong Kim, Choonglyeol Lee and Jongkil Kim of THE_SYSTEM LAB and the LSI Team of Kolon Global Corp.

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2 1. SHENZHEN ICARBONX LECTURE HALL The Shenzhen Icarbonx Lecture Hall is located in the Nanshan District, Shenzhen, China, for a biotechnology company. Keeping the beauty and pureness of the original abandoned warehouse, the space was designed to support a variety of functions, including a reception area, bar, discussion room, tea room, stair-shaped meeting hall, lobby lounge, cigar bar, dining room and reading area. The concrete wall and floor keep the design natural and pure, showcasing a quiet, modern sensibility. n Designed by Jason Su of HCD Impression for iCarbonX 2. THREE CUBES IN THE FOREST Three Cubes in the Forest are micro-architectures with various characteristics and functions. They can be used as playground equipment for children, public furniture, art objects, meditation rooms, arbors, small rest spaces, waiting rooms and chairs with roofsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;whatever your imagination envisions. Because of their size and shape, Three Cubes can be easily transported by a truck and easily installed. Three Cubes offer rich spatial implications that can activate urban spaces. n Designed by Kotoaki Asano of KOTOAKI ASANO Architect & Associates, Makoto Kosuda of Nishizawa Co., Ltd. and Toyohito Shibamura of Shibamura Structural Engineers

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Flirt Collection

COLLABORATIVE SEATING

he Flirt Collection is a group of multiuse products that are reconfigurable and nestable to support and maximize the functionality of various settings for collaboration and learning. The collection is comprised of nesting guest and lounge chairs with an optional flip-up table and book rack, nesting multipurpose tables, an easel and a divider screenâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all of which leverage mobility and space efficiency. The biggest challenge when developing the collection was to create a comfortable, uncomplicated chair and lounge that are pleasing to the eye whether the seat is positioned down for sitting or up for nesting. Integrating the optional tablet and book rack while maintaining the ability to nest was an additional challenge. The Flirt lounge and guest chairs are informal, addressing the sitting postures of todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workplace. They offer a

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more casual sitting experience with generous open-formed upholstery that encourages sitting in multiple positions. The upholstered chairs can be grouped with other chairs to create conversation hubs, team-building clusters and listenand-learn settings, and can be nested with or without the optional flip-up rotating tablet and under-seat bookrack. The innovative aspect of the collection is its comprehensiveness. Combined with the nesting tables, easels and screens, the lounge and guest chairs create a truly unique experience. And the flexibility and collaboration among the products in the collection surpass competitive products. Flirt offers a seamless blend between modern, elegant aesthetics and simple, intuitive mechanics. The flip-up seat functionality, paying homage to movie theater seats, is immediately recognizable and familiar to users. The collection can be easily reconfigured to create vignettes that sup-

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A system that works seamlessly in different office environments, accommodating the needs of changing stakeholders. —Verena Paepcke-Hjeltness, IDSA

port a multitude of work and collaborative environments. While there is a warmth, informality and intimacy to the upholstered pieces, the collection still retains a high level of functionality to facilitate brainstorming, idea building and knowledge sharing. Whether the products in the Flirt Collection are used independently or grouped together to fulfill spatial or functional requirements, Flirt’s broad offering maximizes different settings for inspiring and supporting work. Its mobility and versatility do more within a smaller office footprint. Arcadia is known for modular lounge products, but with the introduction of the Flirt Collection, it has expanded strength in reconfigurability, mobility and flexibility. The collection builds on the brand and further establishes Arcadia’s presence within the architecture and design community. n Designed by David Ritch and Mark Saffell of 5D Studio for Arcadia

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Fulton Rocker for HBF

A MODERN INTERPRETATION

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I especially enjoyed discovering the details on how the materials merge.

rocking chair has a magical calming effect that helps you relax while inducing an almost trance-like state of mind. From the parent-child bonding to the relaxing escape of a busy and overly noisy society to the pain and stress relief from arthritis, rocking has a place in almost any environment. As more and more companies invest in wellness for their employees to help offset the over-programmed and distracting world we live in today, a rocking chair offers a unique benefit for employees. Rocking chairs fall into three categories: old classic wood rockers that are common on porches, midcentury side chairs like the beautiful Vitra Eames chair that has been adapted into a rocker, and the bloated slab-like upholstered rockers littering nurseries and baby stores that are approached with a disposable mindset. The goal with the Fulton Rocker was to take the visceral connection that generations have had with the iconic high-back porch rocker and create a modern interpretation that will create fond memories and emotional connections. The challenge in creating the Fulton Rocker was to design a rocking lounge that balances aesthetics, ergonomics and durability. Aesthetically, the goal was to create a modern classic that mixes premium materials and allows for easy customer customization between the layers of shells, upholstery, cushions and hardware. There was also a desire to create a refined aesthetic and proportion that elevates the design beyond the slab-like rockers currently produced

in the market. Ergonomically, the goal was to provide more generous support for posture switching and cupped sides that help cradle not only an infant but also the adult and help eliminate the inevitable head-snapping that occurs in all other rockers. And lastly, and possibly the most challenging, was to design it to contract furniture BIFMA standards without disrupting and diluting the sensitive proportions of the aesthetic elements. The Fulton Rocker provides a personal and supportive oasis, whether escaping the chaos of the workplace or bonding with a child in the wee hours of the night. Its generous proportions and supportive sides enable users to freely adjust their posture and position. The design of the rocker also complements and elevates the category within both home and work environments. Because the Fulton Rocker was made to BIFMA contract furniture standards, it will become a cherished part of families for generations to come. HBF was looking to reinvent itself within the contract furniture market and align its new collection with a more residential aesthetic sensibility. The Fulton Rocker was an easy plug-and-play option. Since most of the development expense was made by the independent designer, an easy transfer of the tooling and assets allowed HBF to quickly produce the design and launch it to market. The timeless modern design and customization-friendly architecture and construction of the chair will allow HBF to run the Fulton Rocker in its line for many years to come. n Designed by Scott Wilson, IDSA, of Minimal for HBF

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Boccaporto by Koleksiyon Boccaporto is a combined seating and work unit developed for open offices and public areas. The cubby unit is a softened square shape with a cushioned hood to provide an isolated workspace for one to two people; it is versatile, working as a place for individual work or for collaboration. Inset power and lighting capabilities and vibrant upholstery options elevate the unit, making Boccaporto a focal point for a range of busy spaces. This unique seating collection is modern in its aesthetic and technological deliverables, providing a work space that is pleasing to the eye. n Designed by Lucio Quinzio Leonelli and Robin Rizzini of Metrica for Koleksiyon and Koray Malhan

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2 1. C BY GE SOL - VOICE CONTROL DESK LAMP GE Lighting’s C by GE Sol is the industry’s first Alexa-integrated lighting product. Sol, which gets its name from the circular shape and illumination of the sun, combines functional illumination, visual indicators for everyday tasks, sleep-based light and all the features users would find in an Alexa product in a contemporary table lamp without the need for a stand-alone Alexa device. Through the built-in microphones and a speaker, you can use Sol to control all Alexa-compatible products in your home. n Designed by Jing Chen and GE Lighting (China) 2. IMAGE SOFA The Image Sofa is a single-person sofa. The purpose of the design was to use modern and international design language to reproduce the spirit of oriental landscapes and re-innovate furniture design based on tradition and nature. The design inspiration was derived from the famous Chinese painting Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains of Yuan Dynasty. The design explores more possibilities to incorporate traditional culture in modern society. The Image Sofa is suitable for young people’s aesthetic and lifestyle. n Designed by Zhenyi Chen, Jian Chen and Chao Zhang of Wuyi University, Xiangdong Xia of Senyuan Furniture Group and Haixia Jiang of Dongguang Polytechnic for Senyuan Furniture Group

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3. LITRATORCH LitraTorch is the world’s most versatile adventure photo and video light. At 1.5 inches square, the LitraTorch provides 800 lumens of continuous highquality light. The ultra-wide beam angle matches a camera’s wide angle. The LitraTorch was designed with an all-aluminum body that provides extreme durability, acts as a heat sink and is waterproof to 10 meters. This versatile light meets the very high quality of light output essential for professional photographers and keeps up with the adventure sports and utility markets. n Designed by Scott Gant of LITRA 4. LYSS Elegant and unconventional, yet functional and accessible, the Lyss chair embodies the think-outside-the-box mentality, pulling in organic materials and smart silhouettes for a chair as unique as it is beautiful. This chair was thoughtfully designed to facilitate intimate conversations and meaningful connections between its users. Furthered by each and every one of its carefully considered components, the chair makes for the perfect seating selection in boardrooms, lobbies, lounges, libraries and ideation spaces. n Designed by Carl Gustav Magnusson of Carl Gustav Magnusson Design for Allseating

5. MODERN WEAVE Modern Weave was born of the idea to upholster a chair in a different way while providing comfort and pattern. Modern Weave is a continued exploration of reinterpreting a traditional technique in a modern way. The original exploration won the Eames Good Design Challenge and was then auctioned off to raise money for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. In this second manifestation of the exploration, Modern Weave has a refined linear pattern that is visually elegant from every angle while enhancing user comfort. n Designed by KEM STUDIO 6. THE ARCHITEXTURE COLLECTION The Architexture Collection of performance textiles is based on an appreciation for the importance architecture plays in the modern landscape. Uniquely developed constructions, patterns and colorways echo architectural design elements found in building surfaces and facade designs. Further inspired by the global architectural design movement surrounding the surfacing and resurfacing of buildings, the collection reflects forms and layering of materials used to create these architectural facades. These design elements were translated into a collection of nine patterns and 11 colorways. n Designed by Richard Frinier, IDSA, for Sunbrella® 7. WETSTYLE’S C2 COLLECTION A storage and accessories collection designed for the modern bathroom, WETSTYLE’s C2 Collection evokes industrial styling through strong minimalist lines. Sleek and thoughtful in its design, the collection presents a fresh twist on a timeless aesthetic, offering a vanity console, optional storage drawer, and coordinating decorative mirror and towel holder. Perfect for powder rooms, guest bathrooms and small apartments, the furnishing’s solid stainless-steel frame, made complete with three rungs and a wooden wallmounted storage unit, afford bathroom environments with multifunctional elements. n Designed by Pierre Belanger and WETSTYLE Design Lab

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GROHE Sense & Sense Guard

SMART WATER

roheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vision for the Sense and Sense Guard was to ensure that water is always a source of pleasure. Yet sometimes water is also a source of problemsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;leaks, blocked sinks, burst pipes and suddenly homeowners are confronted with a damaged home, ruined personal items and unexpected costs. This is why Grohe developed an early-warning system, one that would alert you instantly if something goes wrong so you can quickly intervene. The cost of water damage is extreme and a flooded home is just the start. The longer it takes to dry out your home, the greater the danger of mold beginning to grow. Insurance has to be involved and the claim approved. A plumber has to bring drying machines, and it means opening walls. The mess and expense are frustrating. But cost is nothing compared to lost memories. Far worse is when you realize that your treasured photographs, a trunk with your wedding dress and your childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first drawings have been ruined. GROHE Sense and GROHE Sense Guard were developed because Grohe believes that all that water damage could have been prevented.

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Sense is a smart water sensor that detects water in your home and alerts you immediately before it leads to something worse. Sense Guard is a smart water controller that detects smaller leaks and dripping taps and, in the case of a burst pipe, shuts off the water supply. Furthermore, it constantly measures and compares water pressure, temperature and flow with preset thresholds. Sense and Sense Guard were designed with three simple values that form the nucleus of the Grohe design philosophy: easy, intuitive and performance. Grohe considers the entire consumer experience and goes to great lengths to ensure that everything it does is understood. It strives to design products that people will form relationships with, encouraging them to keep them longer and use them more efficiently. Grohe also strives to achieve the optimum balance between aesthetics and function. For all the Grohe Sense products, the minimal and pure design language is kept consistent by getting the same look and feel with color, materials, finishes and the design details.

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It is rare for several jurors to immediately say about a product “I wish I had that.” As someone who has had

water damage to their home, I felt that the benefits this product offers are fantastic. I also appreciate how

even the back-of-house Sense Guard is nicely designed and visually a part of the family.

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—Michael DiTullo

The GROHE Ondus forms the centerpiece of the GROHE Sense system, allowing homeowners to continually monitor and control Sense and Sense Guard. They can open the Ondus app anytime and anywhere to get the latest status on their home. Best of all, they can enjoy total peace of mind while they are away. If they forget to shut off the water supply before they leave the house, they can use their smartphone to instruct Sense Guard to do so. Through the Ondus app, homeowners can manage all connected Grohe devices from one interface; manage multiple houses and rooms; monitor Sense Guard for water pressure, water flow and water temperature; use Sense Guard to turn water on and off; and monitor temperature and humidity with Sense and Sense+. n Designed by Grohe Design Team

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Nest Cam IQ Outdoor

DOING MORE, DEMANDING LESS

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The IQ camera has broken people’s

stereotype about surveillance devices,

which are deemed to be cold machines.

This simple, neat design has made it a

trustworthy product for users.

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—Sheng Hung Lee, I/IDSA

est is redefining home security with the most intelligent and powerful cameras on the market. Nest Cam IQ is your first line of defense and plays an important part in Nest’s broader mission to protect your home. Whether you’re home or away, Nest Cam IQ keeps an eye on your home and is thoughtful about how and when it alerts you. Instead of just showing you what is happening, Nest Cam IQ delivers actionable information to your phone. The decision to buy a security camera is driven by the peace of mind that comes from knowing your home is protected. But when it comes to keeping an eye on your home, people don’t want more information; they want better information. With the launch of the Nest Cam IQ Outdoor, Nest introduced one of the most intelligent and powerful cameras on the market that is also thoughtful about how and when it alerts the homeowner. Nest Cam IQ delivers the advanced security features of

more expensive professionally installed security cameras but with the simple, delightful user experience and form factor Nest is loved for. It streams 24/7 and uses an advanced 4K sensor and vision algorithms to keep a constant eye on your home. Since Nest Cam IQ can distinguish you and your family from strangers, it will alert you when it detects an unfamiliar face. You’ll receive a push notification and snapshots right on your phone. With close-up tracking view, Nest Cam IQ can even track people as they walk across the camera’s view and will deliver both zoomed-in and wide-angle images so you can see exactly what’s going on. It also includes a speaker so homeowners can communicate with intruders. Nest Cam IQ is rugged enough to withstand the elements and features a tamper-resistant mount for added security. As part of its simple, friendly DIY experience, it features a powerful one-click mount and virtually endless adjustability through a patented rotatable hinge. n Designed by Nest

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The Nest Secure reaches out to a real unmet need in security, understanding the needs of stakeholders by

reducing the complexity of home security. It is an intuitive solution that integrates a simple interface with nearly

invisible aesthetics that can blend with most environments.

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—Tor Alden, IDSA

Nest Secure

eople purchase security systems because they want peace of mind that their family and their home are being looked after. But the reality is that 98 percent of alarms are false. False alarms erode people’s trust in their alarm system, and when police respond to false alarms, limited public resources are squandered. Nest Secure reduces false alarms by using intelligent algorithms to detect and ignore common sources of false alarms, by being easy to use so people don’t accidentally set off their alarm, and by working seamlessly with Nest cameras so people can see what’s going on in their house if the alarm does go off. Traditional alarm systems are not pleasing to the eye, sometimes generate false alarms and don’t have features that encourage people to use them. These traditional systems also force people to adapt to them, rather than taking the extra steps to adapt to the users’ lives. But security that’s not used isn’t secure. The design team for Nest Secure strived to create an alarm system that addresses these concerns. As part of the Nest ecosystem, Nest Secure was designed to have a noninvasive presence in the home. Nest took an open/close sensor, added a motion sensor to it and squeezed it into a package that’s a fraction of the size of

standard sensors so it won’t take away from customers’ decor. Designed from the customer’s perspective, several innovative features make Nest Secure easy to live with while meeting or exceeding current security guidelines. Customers have three ways to arm and disarm it, so they can use whichever way is most convenient. Quiet Open allows control of individual doors without the hassle of disarming and rearming the system, so now that morning run won’t wake the whole house. Nest Tag is an easy way to allow people access to your home. And with the scheduling feature, you control when people have access to your home. Finally, Nest Secure is designed for intuitive communication with the user. There are no annoying and cryptic beeps—just a friendly voice and simple colors to let you know what’s going on. Nest Secure is a system that’s easy for anyone in the family to use while still providing uncompromised professional-caliber security that’s tested to UL standards. And the advanced algorithms that reduce the frequency of false alarms make everyone happy. The immediate feedback has been resounding in how easy setup is and how it inspires confidence, even though security systems are not often thought of in that way. n Designed by Nest

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Built-In Chef Collection Cooking Package

The Built-In Chef Collection Cooking Package presents enhanced practicality in the premium built-in market, which has so far focused on the look. It is designed to give users the inherent joy of touching and using a kitchen appliance, going beyond the sheer satisfaction of owning them. With modern details added to a candid and reasonable design language, the design is made to match any kitchen space. The application of the latest analog-like digital technology, such as the digital-analog control, Virtual Flame Technologyâ&#x201E;˘, and Wi-fi and Bluetooth Connect, enables users to have a smarter and more fun cooking experience. n Designed by Jaejun Kim, Hyunsoo Kim, Gisung Han, Jichang Kang and Myeonghee Bak of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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Coffee & Tea for One

Coffee & Tea for One is a creative multifunction daily product that could be used to brew both tea and coffee. The product has a unique patented stainless-steel infuser inside. With a simple flip of the infuser, it changes from a tea infuser to a coffee brewer. The infuser comes with two different perforation sizes in order to serve the best flavor for both brewing tea and coffee. When people buy just one product to satisfy two needs, they not only save money and space but they also have less impact on the environment. n Designed by Wayne Yang of Ningbo Haowu International Inc.

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Dual Cook Flex™ An oven with a dual door system, the Dual Cook Flex™ materializes the company’s dual-cook function, which allows two dishes to be cooked simultaneously at different temperatures using the same size space as other conventional ovens. Users can selectively open the upper door or the full door by manipulating the handle, so they can check and cook two or more dishes at the same time with minimal heat loss. n Designed by Jaejun Kim and Jichang Kang of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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Handy Plate HandyPlate is a partitioned ceramic plate designed specifically for those who struggle with upper limb disabilities and vision impairment. The partition in the middle acts as a cutting and scooping support for those who cannot use a fork and knife at the same time. The grooves on the sideâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;parallel to the gap in the partitionâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;act as a sensory guide for those suffering from visual impairment to find where their knife should cut, making meals much easier. Handy Play is made of ceramic so users feel dignified in using an eating aid. n Designed by Sahar Madanat Design

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Kohler IoT Kit

The Kohler IoT Kit is a smart kitchen and bathroom solution, offering complete smart-home controls for all Kohler smart products, including intelligent toilets, bathtubs, showers, water filtration, heaters and faucets. The Kohler IoT Kit includes the Kohler Box, motion sensor, flood sensor, and 1-way, 2-way and 5-way universal remotes, all of which are equipped with intelligent chips for users to preset with their favorite functions and which can be remotely controlled via the Kohler app. The Kohler IoT Kit is designed with a frosted housing and simple cosmetic-like appearance to complement your decor. n Designed by Lisa Hsieh and River Cheng of Kohler

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Nest Thermostat E

Meet the easy-to-use, energy-efficient, control-it-fromeverywhere N est T hermostat E. Instead of a b old d esign, the N est Thermostat E a nd its f rosted d isplay quietly blend into t he home. This new d isplay d iffuses the light from the s creen, so users see softly glowing t ext and g raphics and a simplified i nterface that is e asy to read. When it’s off, the frosted display t akes on a glacier-gray color a nd fadesintothebackground. It has the same energy-saving effectiveness as the Nest Learning Thermostat. The Nest Thermostat E builds off its predecessor’s success by being less expensive and less obtrusive in the home. n Designed by Nest

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SIGNATURE Kitchen Suite 18”/30”/36” Column Refrigerator

The SIGNATURE Kitchen Suite Column Refrigerator consists of an 18-inch freezer and a 30-inch refrigerator. This modular refrigerator allows you to select its size and type so that it can perfectly fit into a user’s space. In conventional refrigerator designs, the exposed light source and the rear duct hole structure have been taken for granted for the cold air flow and the illumination. However, the SIGNATURE Kitchen Suite Column Refrigerator secures a showcase image and clean look that can perfectly match the modern concept of luxury kitchens. n Designed by LG Electronics Inc.

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The Channel Bowl

The Channel Bowl is the evolution of an everyday bowl for better scooping, sipping and gripping. An elegant interior channel gives the meal a natural gathering place as a user eats. When paired with the nesting spoon, the Channel Bowl reduces the amount of scooping needed to finish a meal, eliminates bowl tilting and allows the user to easily scoop with one hand. The exterior has dimples sized for fingertips. This creates a refined yet tactile exterior and a secure grip when pouring and lifting the bowl. The Channel Bowl improves meal times for a wide-range of users, including parents, children and people with disabilities. n Designed by David Collins of Luke & Lucy

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1. 24” TWINWASH WASHING MACHINES The TwinWash combines a drum and a mini washer. Users can sort clothes into two piles and wash them separately or at once. The TwinWash was created with a combination of technologies, including a vibration sensor, dual ball balancer, vibration reducer and vibration eliminator that automatically adjusts the vibration generated by the two washers. With the Mini Washer, users can clean a small amount of laundry without having to wait until they have enough laundry, saving water and energy. n Designed by Wookjun Chung, Youngsoo Ha, Kyounga Lee and Eunyoung Chee of LG Electronics Inc. 2. AQUAMONO Aquamono is a water filtration device combined with a pitcher. The pitcher uses a natural filtration method to cleanse tap water of contaminants such as rust residue, chlorine and heavy metals. When the pitcher is connected to the main body of the device, the purified water inside can be dispensed hot or cold. Users can immediately purify as much water as they need, and because the pitcher can be detached, users can easily clean the device. n Designed by Junyoung Park of Coway Co., Ltd. 3. AUGUST SMART LOCK The August Smart Lock is a device that installs over an existing deadbolt, enabling users to lock or unlock their door through an app. Using Bluetooth technology, the lock recognizes the user upon approaching the door and automatically unlocks. The app allows users to send out digital keys, granting users access to the lock and sending notification of entry to the owner. The discreet lock is installed on the interior of the door in less than 15 minutes. n Designed by Yves Béhar, IDSA, Arthur Kenzo, Matthew Pempkowski and fuseproject design team and Jason Johnson of August

4. DOJO BY BULLGUARD Dojo is a new paradigm in security interaction, providing perfect visibility of traffic in and out of the home. Simple cues alert homeowners to unusual activity while providing control over data. When it comes time to confirm an attack or deny a request, the user quickly and easily decides the course of action through a succinct chat within the app. Dojo’s unique features establish a new personality in home security—one that is visible, calm and in control. n Designed by Gadi Amit, IDSA, Yoshikazu Hoshino, Tony Smith, Jon Patterson and Ben Wong of NewDealDesign for Dojo-Labs 5. FLATWARE CUTLERY SET Inspired by carved stone, the Flatware Cutlery Set offers a clean and simple design, balancing strikingly contrasting surfaces which unite mirror-polished heads with sand-blasted handles. Thoughtfully crafted for the cross-cultural intricacies of contemporary family dining, the proportions of each piece—fork, knife, dinner spoon and teaspoon—have been carefully considered to cater to both Eastern and Western cuisines. It stands out in the flatware market by delivering more versatile and flexible functionality. n Designed by Zhuhai Imonkey Technology Co., Ltd. 6. JUMMO SLIM CLOCK The Jummo Slim Clock is the world’s thinnest home wall clock. It updates the clunky and heavy form of the traditional wall clock. Users will find that the 15-millimeter fuselage is almost flush with the wall so the time can be clearly read no matter the angle at which the clock is viewed. The clock adopted the materials and processes commonly used in the consumer electronics industry, greatly reducing the cost of production while also achieving maximum environmental protection. n Designed by Qi Weijia of Meow Technology Co. Ltd. for Slim Clock

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7. NEST HELLO The Nest Hello video doorbell is an intelligent HD security camera designed for a front door, replacing an existing wired doorbell. Tough on intruders and easy on the homeowner, Nest Hello delivers comprehensive security while remaining delightful to live with and use every day. Hello monitors the front door 24/7 and alerts users when people are at the door, even if they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t ring the bell. It spots unfamiliar faces, detects people talking and hears dogs barkingâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;then sends an alert. n Designed by Nest 8. OXO GOOD GRIPS POP CONTAINER The OXO Good Grip POP container is a closed container for dried food with single-handed operations. Users can open and close the lid by simply pushing a button in the center. Thanks to one-handed usability, the opening and closing is available at once even during cooking. The variety of sizes are completely designed for realizing the stacking modularly. In addition, the thin lid and slim styling have increased storage capacity. n Designed by Tamotsu Matsumoto, Makiko Kida and Taiki Nosaka of FORM Co., Ltd. for OXO International, Ltd.

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1. ATMOBLUE ATMOBLUE is a breakthrough smart portable air purifier that protects users from air pollution while providing an enhanced breathing experience. It has 99.9 percent filter efficiency with the iO2 system that changes airflow rate automatically for a customizable appearance. The mask comes with a Blue Sky Lab app that enables intelligent device management. ATMOBLUE focuses on efficient air purification. At the same time, it also raises public awareness about air pollution.n Designed by Sanno Li and Ted Xiong of BlueSkyLab, Defacto Corp. and TAMO Corp.

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Boosted Backpack Made specifically for Boosted Board (electric skateboard) users, the Boosted Backpack is made to carry a Boosted Board and its related accessories. It securely and comfortably sandwiches the board vertically between a padded back panel and a fold-top bag. User-centric features include a magnetic external remote pocket for easy access, a convenient helmet carrying, a Boosted charger holster and expandability for larger loads. It also has a padded laptop sleeve, document organization, two internal pockets and one external pocket. The bag maintains a refined silhouette while incorporating technical details like magnetic clasps, waterproof zippers and fabrics, reflective details and durable construction. n Designed by Levi Price and Jukka Rautiainen for Boosted

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Abaxis VetScan VUE

IMPROVING DIAGNOSES

nce a complex analog process with extended periods of downtime, veterinary disease testing and analyzing has become highly intelligent with the Abaxis VetScan VUE. The VetScan VUE is the first appbased diagnostic instrument in the veterinary marketplace. Paired with patented Rapid Test cartridges and the VUE mobile app, veterinarians are now able to quickly scan patient samples, diagnose life-threatening diseases and automatically document the results in the patient’s chart— all from the exam room.

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Obtaining accurate test results is the most critical task in the diagnosis of infectious diseases. However, the current in-house process is tedious and unglamorous. Prior to the VetScan VUE, veterinary staff were required to hand-treat each Rapid Test and then perform a visual eye exam to determine the results. Erroneous diagnoses were common, and all results had to be added to the patient’s chart by hand. The VetScan Vue represents an evolution of the Abaxis product family while giving a nod to the previous

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The Abaxis VetScan improves people’s and pets’

lives through quickly diagnosing potential illnesses.

It is perfectly crafted with thoughtful features and

attributes throughout.

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generation. While other products in the diagnostic field incorporate large touch screens and onboard printers, the VUE takes a more minimalist approach. Offloading most of the functionality onto the user’s mobile device, the VUE is reduced to a quarter of the size of related devices and has only one physical touchpoint: the Rapid Test drawer. When defining the new VetScan language, the design team was able to draw inspiration from existing Abaxis products and contrast that with the modern geometric look of the VUE app, resulting in a rounded front profile and an overall approachable form that is easily understood by the user. The hero of the VUE design is the simple two-part housing strategy, which was created to fill multiple purposes. The directional extrusion of the housing leads the user’s focus away from the visual mass of the main body, which is white, to the front face where all the user interaction takes place, which is celebrated with a fresh take on the Abaxis blue. The inner face of the VUE is purposefully recessed to expose the fluid samples and keep the interior of the scanner sterile. The bold chamfered surface guides the user’s fingers inward for an easy-to-locate grip on the drawer. Additionally, the two-part strategy reduces entry points for fluid samples and is easily cleaned. The VUE utilizes Wi-Fi technology to enable the automated process for rapid testing at the point of care. Operators use Abaxis’ patented VetScan Rapid Test cartridges per usual but now can scan, interpret and share the results instantly. The VUE uses a built-in optical processor to interpret the results, eliminating the possibility of erroneous subjective interpretations. VUE automatically sends the results directly to the operator’s mobile device. The VetScan VUE has made the testing process more accurate and more efficient. Early VetScan prototypes were lauded at industry conferences, and the success has continued after reaching the market. The VetScan VUE is now a flagship product proudly featured within the Abaxis product offering. The future VetScan line will continue to develop along the same design language established by the VetScan VUE, with additional diagnostic devices set to release in the near future. n Designed by Huge Design for Abaxis

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ASP STERRAD with ALLClear® and Velocity™ BI System The STERRAD Velocity™ is a hydrogen peroxide biological indicator system that uses advanced optical measurement technology to confirm sterilization of reprocessed surgical instruments within 30 minutes, rather than 24 hours like other systems. The fast turn-around helps meet operatingroom demands, and the embedded technology reduces the risk of prematurely releasing frequently needed surgical instruments. The STERRAD ALLClear® system is the nextgeneration low-temperature sterilization system that helps central sterile service departments sterilize and reprocess instruments for operating rooms quickly and consistently. The ALLClear® technology uses proprietary algorithms to minimize interruptions and cycle cancellations and to increase efficiency. n Designed by Johnson & Johnson Industrial Design and Human Factors teams and Advanced Sterilization Products

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HERA W10 HERA W10 is a premium ultrasound system that focuses on obstetric and gynecological services. The system implements ergonomic improvements for the moving range of the control panel and the articulated monitor arm, reducing musculoskeletal stress during operation of the ultrasound system. Various functions for user convenience were incorporated into this premium ultrasound system, including the maximized control panel with optimized key layout, the articulated monitor arm, organized probe cables with simplified probe selection, and state-of-the-art technology in an advanced yet humble and durable aesthetic. n Designed by Cheonseop Shin, Sungwon Lim, Junpil Moon, Ui Kim and Kilsu Ha of Samsung Medison

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Philips Sonicare 9700 DiamondClean Smart The Philips Sonicare 9700 DiamondClean Smart makes great oral health attainable, convenient and compelling. This oral healthcare system has a meticulously crafted handle with unique finishes and delightful colors, an alluring charging glass and a pleather-wrapped travel case with USB charging. A smart brush head and motion sensor inside the handle allows real-time guidance for optimal brushing via the connected app, providing easily understood information. This system delivers superior health benefits through meaningful innovations and assists users with the most complete clean with better coverage, reduced scrubbing and ideal brushing pressure. n Designed by Philips

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1. EQUASHIELD PRO The Equashield Pro is built around Equashield CSTD and relies on an innovative design to redefine and optimize the automation workflow and optimize throughout. Unlike a traditional robot’s reliance on arms that mimic human motion to use a needle and syringe, the Equashield Pro uses a multi-station compounding approach to minimize both the motion and time it takes to prepare a dose, much like a factory manufacturing line. The Equashield Pro was designed to make the adoption of robotics in the IV room affordable and straightforward regardless of hospital size. n Designed by Gonen Daskal, Eric ShemTov and Marino Kriheli of Equashield, LLC 2. INTELLIVUE X3 The Intellivue X3 is a portable patient monitor designed to deliver continuous uninterrupted monitoring through a patient’s hospital journey. With the use of multitouch gestures, it provides an intuitive UI experience that quickly adapts to clinicians’ needs for continuous monitoring of the most critical patients during in-hospital patient transport. IntelliVue X3 speeds patient transport with its integration with mobile applications, the hospital network, and interfaces that connect the system to other medical devices and to electronic medical record systems while supporting institution-wide standardization. n Designed by Philips 3. PROXISURE™ SUTURING DEVICE The PROXISURE™ is a reusable suturing device that enables precise suturing in laparoscopic procedures. It mimics the dexterity of the wrist through bidirectional 45-degree articulation, 360-degree rotation at the distal end and a curved needle. It was designed to precisely suture and knot tie in tight spaces. The PROXISURE was designed to meet the needs of surgeons in procedures related to bariatric surgeries and gynecological and colorectal procedures. n Designed by Johnson & Johnson Industrial Design and Human Factors teams and Ethicon

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Expansion Cityline

A CONNECTED WORKPLACE

espite the recent popularity of benching systems, many companies continue to buy panel systems. Making the transition to an open workspace is not always easy. Traditional benching products can be planned only in a linear way, making benching too much of a leap for some customers. The Expansion Cityline furniture system responds to the increasing demand for flexibility in the workplace. Based on the form and fabric of urban neighborhoods and the connectivity between them, Expansion Cityline fosters a lively sense of community by creating an engaging workplace with all the spatial, textural and functional variety of a vibrant metropolitan area. With the idea of mixing the benefits of both panel and benching in mind, the designers of Expansion Cityline undertook the design for a new desk-based system. Even before the first line was drawn or any visual concepts were sketched, key design statements were identified. The result: a guideline that included planning flexibility with 90-degree configurations as a panel system. Expansion Citylineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beam infrastructure maximizes office connectivity. The beam serves as a structural spine

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I applaud anything that tries its best to bring a little joy to our every day. —Michael DiTullo

linking work and social zones across the office—standingheight workspaces, casual lounge seating and task-chair activity—and as an avenue for data and power. The beam structure supports a wide variety of configurations and permits 90-degree planning in multiple directions. It also acts as a simple power-enabled fence. Electricity can flow through the beam along any path and is accessible directly or through a power access door, a power module and grommets. In an increasingly digital world, materiality plays a critical role in defining a space and influencing occupants as they interact with their surroundings. When designing Expansion Cityline, the team considered how human beings experience the places we inhabit to understand what makes us feel good in a space. These considerations drove the accessories program. The accessories include elevated and mounted screens with a choice of materials—felt, magnetic glass and metal— that allow users to customize their space to create a work environment tailored to their style. Sit and slide screens allow control of visual privacy. Expansion Cityline also offers

storage trays, modular drawers, an elevated shelf with accessories and a range of additional tools designed to adapt the workspace to specific tasks and maintain easy access to task lighting, mobile devices, mini whiteboards and other personal items. Expansion Cityline equips companies with a sense of customizable connectedness that is ideal for innovation and supports a positive work culture. As space becomes increasingly valuable in the workplace, Expansion Cityline allows businesses to maximize their square footage and simultaneously meet the unique preferences of their employees. Whether companies demand a large number of collaboration areas or more individual workspaces, Expansion Cityline can be configured to maximize efficiency and productivity. The scalable system is designed to adapt and evolve with the rapidly changing workplace, so it does not become obsolete as workstyles shift. An enduring design contributes to less waste over time. Expansion Cityline’s multiple combinations of aesthetics and functionality also provide scalability in price, making the design accessible to companies of all kinds. n Designed by Martin Chenette, Maxime Tessier, Olivier Langlois and Julien Meilleur of Teknion INNOVATION FALL 2018

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Ideation Collection

Ideation is a collection of textiles that reflects a modern vision with an experiential approach to design. The collection draws inspiration from architecture and provides fresh perspectives by using classic materials in new ways. Modulus, Seismic Shift, Digi Tweed and Heather Tech strengthen designer toolboxes by providing nimble basics and multiple utilitarian colors. An abstracted and simplified approach to pattern allows color and texture to drive the collection. Two upholstery patternsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Modulus and Seismic Shiftâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;explore spatial dimensions through color-value relationships. The multi-purpose textures Heather Tech and Digi Tweed feature coordinating shades inspired by honest tinted materials like brick and concrete. n Designed by Suzanne Tick for Luum Textiles

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Prospect Portfolio Prospect is a portfolio of freestanding furniture designed to foster collaborative and individual creativity in workplaces and classrooms. Intended for small- to medium-size teams, Prospect is an oasis for co-creation featuring whiteboards, tack-able surfaces and media display. The Creative Space provides an ideal setting for groups to collaborate, brainstorm and think visually together. The Solo Space is meant for focused individual work, an escape from the distractions of the office. The Media Space allows people to present, review and collaborate on digital work. These settings create ideal places for collaboration, allowing people to easily bounce between working together and working alone. n Designed by Richard Holbrook, Darren Mark and Theo Mandin-Lee of Richard Holbrook (design) for Herman Miller Inc.

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RYOBI 40-Volt Jet Fan Blower The RYOBI 40-Volt Jet Fan Blower delivers gas-like performance to help users clear through heavy leaf debris. Fueled by fade-free Lithium-ion technology, this cordless blower showcases a new airflow architecture to educate and excite consumers. The combination of control, technology and convenience creates a quieter, cleaner user experience. Users now have flexibility as to when they clean their lawn without disturbing neighbors. RYOBI is working to equip users with the outdoor tools to help cultivate a vision of home, supporting the idea that anyone is capable of performing a variety of tasks without relying on paid specialists. n Designed by Sean Campbell, Erin Helmberger, Keith Long, IDSA and Matt Malone of Techtronic Design for The Home Depot

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1. STAPLES PAPER SHREDDERS Staples has developed a cross-category design language to establish design consistency and guide new product development initiatives across Staplesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; brand product categories. The design language leverages forms, packaging, colors, materials and graphics, delivering a recognizable appearance and user-interaction framework that uniquely associates all product experiences. The Staples Brand shredder platform is the first holistic family to leverage this strategy in a new design approach that encompasses a full line of 11 new products that span from consumer to commercial. n Designed by Daniel Reilly and Lowell Jesmer of Staples and Albert King, Taehak Kwon, Evan Hutker and Richard Watson of Essential Design

P A CK A G I NG 1. CLOUDY TEA Grown at 1,700 meters above sea level in the pristine deep forest of Yunnan province, China, Cloudy Tea is prized for its rich and special aftertaste. A long history, customs and economic activity revolve around this beloved beverage. The cultural significance of Cloudy Tea is reflected in its packaging design. The illustrations of poetic landscapes printed on the packaging are hidden inside the scroll. The paper strings holding the packaging together add a sense of human touch to the design. n Designed by Shaobin Lin and Xianqi Cai of Lin Shaobin Design for Runyuanchang 2. EASY CHECK MEDICATION PACKAGING SYSTEM The Easy Check Medication Packaging System was developed to prevent erroneous drug dispensing that occurs because of similar product names, wrong quantities, and confusion about container and label design. The classification in colors and codes makes it easy to find drugs, thus increasing the pharmacistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work efficiency and preventing faulty dispensing of drugs. The top colors for anatomical categorization and the two-stage colors representing therapeutic grouping ensure easy drug identification. n Designed by Lee Sangmin, Kang Taewook, Heo Garam, Shin Bomi and Kim Minki of Kwang Dong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Design Innovation Center

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JIAN ZI LE

JIAN ZI LE is a paper packaging box. Customers want to see unique packaging in many brands. With the packaging design for JIAN ZI LE, consumers learn more about the culture and history of natural health drinks. The appearance of the product is unique. It conveys the quality and concept of the natural fermented products and reflects its natural product positioning. The packaging design consists of hollow corrugated paper and leather tag technology formed with honeycomb core and craft paper. n Designed by Tong Yanan and Yu Guang of KUMU

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Premium TV Packaging Design for LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W(W7)

This premium TV packaging delivers innovative concepts and value for LG SIGNATURE OLED TV W (W7). It completely departs from the standard way of emphasizing a productâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s strong points and new technologies. This packaging design is based on a totally new concept to artistically express the value of the product. This TV packaging efficiently adds installation guides, panel protection pads, foldable accessory boxes and other components by closely coordinating with production experts, thus maximizing customer satisfaction and portraying a luxurious image. n Designed by Youngmi Yoon, Younok Joo, Ahran Nam and Ewisung Choe of LG Electronics Inc.

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Southwest Airlines’ Wayfinding Prototype

FLYING THROUGH THE AIRPORT

outhwest Airlines has made big changes to its brand: rolling out big new planes, introducing stylish new uniforms and revamping its cabins. The in-flight game was tight, but when customers walked through the door of the airport, their experience wasn’t up to the same level. While Southwest is known for delivering best-in-class hospitality on its airplanes, it sought to improve the in-airport customer experience.

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Working closely with Southwest’s innovation, operations, and data science teams, the design team designed a new digital wayfinding system to guide customers through the airport. Based on customer and employee feedback, all the existing airport signage was redesigned and new sign types were added at key locations throughout the airport. The signs in the new system are fully digital and locationaware so that they could be tailored to the time of day, flight status and customer needs. Knowing that installing new hardware inside a highly regulated airport and developing a functional back end is a costly and logistically complicated task, the design team made sure to test the system before moving into a live inmarket prototype. This included mocking up an entire airport using foam core and projectors in order to conduct user testing and modeling the airport in virtual reality to better understand sight lines and sizing. These steps helped build

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buy-in within Southwest by allowing the designers to socialize the new concept in a compelling and easy-to-understand manner. After successfully trying out the concept with consumers via a low-fidelity mock-up, the team brought the experience to real users at Dallas Love Field Airport during the busiest travel time of the year. The new service experience brings the Southwest brand to life using natural language. The personality of Southwest’s employees was incorporated into the signage as well. Through the signs, customers can learn more about the airline’s operations and employees and can even give the ground crew a virtual high five to say thank you. The system also answers common customer questions, freeing up employees to spend more time providing great customer experiences and less energy looking up flight information. During the seven weeks of testing at Love Field with more than 300,000 passengers, the design team followed customers, observed behavior, talked with employees, and gathered surveys and metrics. Customers recognized and

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responded positively to the natural language and personality of Southwest throughout the system: 96 percent of customers said that the new signs made it easier to navigate the airport. Customers rated the usefulness of the new system as 4.77 on a 5-point scale. The added information improved the overall usability of the airport, and the digital signage dramatically helped those with visual impairments. Employees noticed a reduction in the number of repetitive customer questions, specifically questions about connecting flights and flight capacity. General confusion regarding active flights in each gate area decreased appreciably as well. The result: Southwest can now provide more meaningful customer service and hospitality. This work was beneficial not only for customers but also for employees. In fact, employees liked it so much, that they asked to extend the pilot through the busy Thanksgiving holiday. The technology took the redundancy out of customer-employee transactions and allowed Southwest to take care of customers in truly meaningful ways. n Designed by Continuum for Southwest Airlines

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Congestive Heart Failure Remote Monitoring Program

The Congestive Heart Failure Remote Monitoring Program helps nurses better care for their patients with congestive heart failure while simultaneously motivating patients to take control of their health. Since congestive heart failure can be detected by a sudden increase in weight due to fluid retention, the monitoring program allows nurses to regularly check their patientsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; weight through an online application. Patients weigh in each morning on a cell-enabled scale, which transmits their weight to their nurse. If the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weight has risen too much over a period of time, the nurse is automatically alerted and can provide an appropriate intervention to prevent hospitalization. n Designed by the Experience Design, Innovation, Strategic Alignment & Integration and IT Teams of Humana

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Haechi

The Haechi is a handheld mobile device for public safety and disaster relief operations. It integrates the functionality of a digital two-way radio and a smartphone to deliver secure and resilient voice communication and enable coordinated responses between police, paramedics, fire crews and the military in the event of a disaster. Public Safety LTE is a telecommunications technology for reliable and fast communications in disaster prevention, preparedness, response and recovery efforts. Haechi establishes a converged common network dedicated to 330 public safety agencies nationwide for prompt emergency response. n Designed by Sunwoong Ham and Hakdo Kim of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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Play Possible: School Edition

Based on 10 years of research, Play Possible is a deck of cards that presents a framework for applied creativity with more than 45 forms of play possibilities. Each card defines and describes why that specific play element is a power, particularly for a future that requires increased creativity, flexibility and adaptation. Each card provides analogous examples of the play element and provocations to help students and teachers understand and leverage the power in a tangible real-world way. Ultimately, the deck of cards invites participants to create change in themselves and the world through the power of play. n Designed by Laura Seargeant Richardson and Martha L. Fierro of argodesign for the Kirkwood School District in Kirkwood, MO

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S O C I A L I M PACT DE SI G N 1. STONE COLD SYSTEMS – ICELESS VACCINE REFRIGERATOR Current vaccine storage and delivery technologies use unreliable ice-based cooling technologies that freeze the vaccines and result in huge waste. The Stone Cold Systems Electric-10 is an actively cooled ice-less cold-storage device with no risk of freezing. It uses thermoelectric cooling technology to keep vaccines cool, and is powered by a high-performance battery that can be charged by a variety of power sources such as AC mains, DC from vehicles and solar panels.n Designed by Robert Miros, IDSA, Barley Forsman, James McCrea, Jaquelyn Miyatake and Ramji Rengarajan for 3rd Stone Design Inc.

S P O R T S , LE I SUR E & R E CR E ATION 1. APEX MACH 1 SPEED SKATE The Apex Mach 1 Speed Skate reinvented the skating boot to be more adapted, 40 percent lighter and easier to use. A full carbon-fiber monocoque replaces traditional materials. A removable heel allows the boot to fit the front of the foot for maximized support and control. The technological feat continues under the foot, where the boot merges with the insertions supporting the blade. The innovative aesthetic and aerodynamic boot is built for a custom performance. n Designed by Claude Sauriol, Sylvain Poirier and Benoit Carignan of Inédi for Apex Racing Skates

2. PERCEPTION HI LIFE KAYAK The Perception Hi Life Kayak is the most versatile boat ever built, offering a sit-on-top design that can be paddled like a kayak or a stand-up paddleboard. Its maximum stability and unique features create an experience that’s unlike anything else—perfect for sharing the water with kids and pets. The low-profile rear swim deck with handles makes it easy to get back on board after swimming, while the large open front area is the perfect perch for small children or a pet. n Designed by Mark Robertson, Hans Nutz, Justin Elgin and Don Meredith of Perception Kayaks, Confluence Outdoor 3. TALKABOUT T800 SERIES TWO-WAY RADIO The TALKABOUT T800 Series is a rugged personal two-way radio for outdoor adventures. With an IPx4 rating, it is weatherproof and able to withstand the harshest environments. The hidden display simplifies calling and disappears when not in use. The pairing button allows devices to be easily linked together to connect a group of people. With essential accessories and a range of up to 10 kilometers, the TALKABOUT T800 keeps users in touch in all outdoor conditions. n Designed by Motorola Solutions Innovation Design Team

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Stance Prosthesis: Beauty, Function, Affordability

CUSTOMIZED TO PERSON

hen people in a rural community lose their leg, they often don’t have easy access to a clinic or the financial resources to benefit from one. They often cobble together a peg leg or crutch with found objects and tree branches. These help with mobility but at the expense of the amputee’s health. They throw off gait and balance and create long-term physical deformities than can shorten the amputees’ life and cause them to be marginalized by their family and society. Stance is a low-cost customizable knee prosthesis and lower-limb fairing designed for the Simple Limb Initiative, an open-source platform that provides easy-to-manufacture solutions for lower-limb amputees and the clinics that serve them. Many people living in very rural mountainous agricultural areas of Colombia have lost limbs from landmines planted as part of the country’s 50-year civil war. The Simple

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Limb Initiative wanted an affordable prosthesis that is robust enough for the variable terrain in Colombia. Stance is manufactured using techniques that are easily accessible to the client in Colombia, such as wood bending, casting, fiberglass forming, leather forming, painting wood and leather dying. It blends standard prosthetics components with a customizable foot and fairing. The Stance prosthesis foot fits onto any standard pyramid connector, a common part in the industry. The pyramid connector fits to a standard lower-leg pylon. The leather and fiberglass fairing attaches to the pylon using an affordable and adjustable mechanism. Stance enables a natural gait through the layered elastomeric materials and the shape of the ankle and heel parts in concert with a foot bed inspired by skateboards. Sandwiching a flexible structural bentwood part between

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AND PLACE molded parts creates a springy but stable gait that propels the amputee forward while allowing for natural pronation and supination. The parts are all customizable and work naturally with the amputee’s body shape and size. A master is sculpted in foam, and the leather and fiberglass front and rear fairing is hand fabricated. The fairing is sculpted using the amputee’s remaining or original leg as a reference. The result is a prosthesis that avoids the “uncanny valley” (when a prosthesis looks realistic, but in an inaccurate and creepy way), complementing the amputee’s body in a pleasing and aesthetic way. The fiberglass rear fairing is attached to a standard pylon with a standard mechanical assembly. The leather front fairing is snapped to the fiberglass rear fairing and can be swapped out, using color, graphics, and embossing details, like a temporary tattoo.

Customizable decorations on the leather front fairing and the wood foot bed allow users to express themselves. Fashion becomes a component of the product that connects to the identity of the user. Leathercraft as a customization, much like a tattoo, allows the fairing to be swapped for different occasions (e.g., a sporting event, date, school, work). The foot and fairing afford a normal life, due to their affordability and adaptability for walking up and down hills. Stance will help the Simple Limb Initiative become known for providing good design solutions for amputees that are robust, affordable and easy to produce anywhere in the world. For users, Stance will enhance the quality of their life by helping them be an active member of their family and society, enabling them to work, go to school and participate in social activities in their community again. n Designed by Anthony Ta, Brendan Ngo and Darren Manuel of San José State University for Simple Limb Initiative

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The Urbanette, A Home Like No Other

SUSTAINABLE PLAY

he Urbanette is a patent-pending design for a modular tiny-home dollhouse that lets kids make believe anything, anytime, anywhere and with anyone. Just larger than a Happy Meal, it carries up to five collapsible rooms that unfold into any space imaginable, from kitchens and bedrooms to stages and airplanes. The modularity allows rooms to be replaced, swapped with friends, collected or returned. Thus children can update the content of their perfect make-believe home to match their rapidly changing interests. The brief provided by Mattel requested a reimagined Barbie Dreamhouse of the future. Arguably, one of the biggest challenges facing Mattel is the use of unrecyclable plastic for a toy that is targeted toward the children of millennial parents who, by more than 80 percent, believe in climate change, social impact and sustainability. To this demographic, bigger and better isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always preferred. So it was vital to pivot toward a more environmentally, economically and socially responsible design. Furthermore, while knowledge of child development has grown exponentially, it hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t permeated the dollhouse toy market.

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To identify what matters to customers, the designer conducted nearly a dozen play testing experiences with families of divergent economic, social and product-interest backgrounds. Research revealed that many toys either cater to mindlessness and decreasing attention spans or feel like educational chores. The Urbanette picks the best of both worlds, providing open-ended play that taps into true creativity in a set up that allows space for educational opportunities. At only 4.6 pounds, the Urbanette is 84 percent lighter than the original Barbie Dreamhouse, which dramatically reduces the cost of shipping. The design replaces petroleumbased plastic with DuraPulp, a fully biodegradable material with the tactility of paper and the strength of plastic. These changes have dropped the CO2 emissions across the lifecycle of the product by 96 percent as determined by a complete life-cycle analysis of both the Urbanette and the original Dreamhouse using the Okala Practitioner methodology. Despite the reduced size, when unfolded the Urbanette provides a larger play area than the original Dreamhouse. The modular concept for each room allows content design to go beyond the walls of the traditional home. Children can explore different environments, like beaches and mountaintops; different careers, like a pilot or a gymnast; and different cultures, like Japan or Brazil. It provides truly limitless play for everyone, boys included. Plus the open-ended design allows new rooms to be created every year that match changing cultural interests and trends. Children can also decorate the walls of the Urbanette to match holidays, birthdays and any major event. The Urbanette App turns any photo the child uploads into a StatiCard, a postcard that arrives in the mail with static-cling stickers of the uploaded images. They can even print photos of their best friends and hang them inside. The design also accommodates the development of three revenue streams for high income, low income and subscription-based models. The product’s business model encourages producer takeback. Rooms returned in good condition may be donated to local charities or children’s hospitals, while rooms in poor condition can be fully recycled because they are made of biodegradable plastic. The Urbanette provides responsible, entertaining and educational make-believe play that introduces kids to the experience of sustainable living so that they can become the responsible adult of tomorrow. n Designed by Charlie Hodges of ArtCenter College of Design, project sponsored by Mattel

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he U-pen is a portable writing tool designed for blind users. It is small and easy to carry, and its one-piece design ensures that no small parts will go missing. With the U-pen people can write anywhere on any size paper. It was designed to increase the speed and accuracy of writing Braille. With its portability and ease of use, users can communicate with others faster and more efficiently, helping blind people to interface more seamlessly with the world. The central challenge was how to design a writing tool for the blind that is both safe and efficient, how to make the product easier to carry and how to make it affordable. The design also considered how to use design thinking to improve the user’s experience. The U-pen was designed to be a user-friendly “pen.” Currently, blind people use a stylus and slate or a Braillewriter to write, which are hard to use and difficult to carry. The U-pen still uses a stylus to write, but the stylus is hidden inside the six-button slider. Users affix the U-pen bar to any A4 or smaller-sized paper and depress the six big buttons to type a letter. After typing one letter, they move the slider to the next notch and type the next letter. When the line is full, they scroll the roller to move the paper upward and start typing on a new line. The designer kept the particular needs of blind users in mind when designing U-pen. The U-pen not only better suits the habits of those writing Braille but also improves

efficiency. The size of the buttons were also designed to be ergonomic. The clip has a curl-up handle to make it more convenient when using on a table. Braille instructions embedded on the U-Pen guide people in how to use it. By making the U-pen small and easy to carry, people can now write anywhere they want. n Designed by Peigen Liang of Beijing Institute of Technology

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Alongside-Mutual Help Lifebuoy Alongside-Mutual Help Lifebuoy is an efficient piece of sea rescue equipment that can increase the number of people who are rescued. Lifebuoy has changed the status of the traditional lifebuoy. When a shipwreck occurs, its four corners easily and quickly connect to other buoys, enabling people to take care of each other. The stronger buoyant force of the Lifebuoy enables more people to be supported by it, increasing the number of survivors. It also helps facilitates search and rescue operations for the maritime rescue team. n Designed by Wei Liu and Xiaofei Cui of Zhengzhou University of Light Industry

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Baby Care

Outside the home, mothers often find it difficult to be responsive to their baby’s needs because they can’t find the right place. Baby Care allows mothers to change their baby’s diaper in a timely manner, can accommodate breastfeeding in private and can provide a place for mothers to store breast milk during work hours. Each Baby Care unit has its own set of routes throughout a city and would be available at popular times. When necessary, a mobile app can show mothers where to find Baby Care and estimate the time of arrival. n Designed by Anran Xuan, Shichun Yu, Yeyuan Chen, Yunlong Wang and Haimo Bao of School of Design, Dalian Minzu University and the 38th Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corp.

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COZY The COZY table exists at the intersection of furniture and appliances, doing double duty as a both a side table and an indoor air purifier. Because certain appliances can be eyesores in the living space, it only makes sense that certain products be camouflaged or hybridized into something that already exists. COZYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s straightforward aesthetic makes it a subtle accent to any bedroom or living room. As an added bonus, the top surface doubles as an induction charger for Android and late-model iPhones; it also has a built-in light. For minimalists or anyone looking to declutter, COZY is an easy solution. n Designed by Jinsu Du of Yonsei University

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CUBE^3 CUBE^3 is a modular housing system that addresses the needs of a variety of residents, from single adults to small families, and small retail spaces. The goal was to create a sustainable, integrated, mixed-use development that includes affordable housing, mid-range units, and small, rented retail spaces. The modular approach provides the opportunity to grow or downsize housing by adding or subtracting units or amenities as a residentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s income or resources change. The home-building project was guided by a few core principles: accessibility to resources and support systems and a sense of community, connection and collaboration. n Designed by Western Washington University Industrial Design, Class of 2018

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Double Doors Front-loader and top-loader washing machines have their own pros and cons. However, both put strain on the body— whether bending one’s knees or lifting one’s heels in order to remove clean laundry. In addition to a traditional top loader’s top lid, Double Doors added a flexible drum tilting function that allows the user to remove clean laundry at an easy 35-degree angle. And it’s not just the drum. The lid and control pad on the washing machine are also designed to face the user at the most comfortable 35-degree angle. n Designed by Kinam Hwang, Beomsoo Lee, Jungho Kang and Hyeonseok Seo of Hoseo University

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ENLIGHTEN Smart Desk Lamp ENLIGHTEN is a smart desk lamp that allows users to transform their workspace from a small monitor screen to unlimited real space with tangible interactions. With increased access to a variety of digitized tools, users control their work and calendar app and check notes on the same screen. The ENLIGHTEN smart desk lamp consists of two adjustable projectors covering the wall and the desk separately and a depth camera that traces the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s movements. By turning any surface into a smart surface, users are able to directly interact with a computer using their hands. n Designed by Youju Lee and Yongjoon Jhoo of ArtCenter College of Design

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Funny Chair While traditional outdoor seating satisfies the need for a public resting place, it neglects the need for recreational facilities for entertainment. The Funny Chair combines seating with a seesaw. By flipping the legs up to form seat backs it turns into a seesaw for children to play on. The Funny Chair can meet the needs of different groups of people. It not only expands the use of public facilities, but also more efficiently uses the space. n Designed by Yunwen Sun, Jin He, Haonan Xi, Jizhe Wang and Haimo Bao of School of Design, Dalian Minzu University and the 38th Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corp.

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Glucosio Smart Glucose Meter Phone Case

Glucosio is the ultimate portable diabetes test kit. Diabetes management is a confusing, tedious and manual process for patients, especially when they are newly diagnosed. Glucosio is a smartphone case integrated with a built-in glucose meter and lancet device. It pairs with the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smartphone via Bluetooth to perform tasks such as tracking data and logging insulin injections throughout the day. Users can schedule a blood sugar test and receive push notifications on their locked screen to get reminders. Glucosio aims to free diabetics from the time-consuming procedures and stereotypes conventionally associated with diabetes. n Designed by Dousan Miao of Brunel University

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MIKO Miko is a professional welding robot for small-scale metal workshops designed to work in a close collaboration with the welder. Small-scale metal workshops compete with larger production facilities by being able to offer flexibility. This requires them to have an agile process and equipment that is efficient and easy to set up. Miko aims to bring automation into small-scale metal workshops. With Miko in on the team, users can avoid health risks caused by exposure to harmful fumes, strenuous positions and UV light. Miko finishes the job while the welder is planning for the next one, increasing efficiency and safety. n Designed by Ahsen Gülsen, Jon Sommarström and Jakob Dawod of Umeå Institute of Design, in collaboration with ABB Corporate Research

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Smart Paperweight With the Smart Paperweight, the over 1,000-year-old paperweight has taken on a new function. Designed for calligraphy beginners, it makes practicing calligraphy easy. Modern laser projection technology combined with a smartphone projects the lettering on rice paper. It can also project an animation for beginners to follow demonstrating the order in which each letter should be written. The Smart Paperweight connects technology with culture, providing a new and interesting way to learn calligraphy, and connects more people to calligraphy and new cultures. The simplistic nature of the design was chosen to demonstrate that calligraphy is easy to learn. n Designed by Yan Wang, Xuefan Yan and Yali Wang of Zhejiang University 164

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Travel Kit

The Travel Kit includes small cosmetic electronics that are essential for long trips wrapped in a minimalistic package. When traveling, convenience and portability are crucial, but the appliances used at home are too bulky. The Travel Kit solves these problems. It is made up of a dryer module, a toothbrush module, a shaving module, and an electric cord and smartphone battery module. It has been a long-lasting challenge to produce hair dryers, shavers and toothbrushes that are reasonably sized and shaped and that can work in concert. Travel Kit accomplishes this goal. n Designed by Jaewan Choi of Samsung Design Membership

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1. BÁNTÊ Currently, no professional equipment is designed for tea harvesters. As a result, most of these farmers use improper equipment. Designing and improving tea harvesters’ working conditions was the main purpose of bàntê, reducing the possibility of cutting injuries and muscle soreness. This product enhances the quality of tea and the overall sense of professional equipment. n Designed by Jung-Hsuan Chen, Wan-Ru Zeng, Chi-Shan Tsai, Wei-Chia Weng, Yun-Hsuan Wu, Ya-Lin Chen and Yang-Kun Ou of bántê design for Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology 2. BEARPOLE BEARPOLE is a medical IV pole that gives children a safe and joyful experience in a hospital. The bear-shaped riding toy has five wheels for stability, a portable adjustable-height IV pole and four hooks that provide a secure place to hang IV bags. Children are able to move the IV pole easily using their feet wherever they need to go. n Designed by Youbin Kim and Juhee Lim of SUPERBEAN and Hanyang University for Mom’s Medi 3. INNSAEI SCUBA DIVING MASK INNSAEI is a scuba diving mask that increases communication between divers. If two divers are out of the recommended safety range from each other, an aquamarine-colored light illuminates the edge of both masks. A diver in danger can grab their diving buddy’s attention with the push of a button to illuminate both masks in red. It also features a redesigned skirt that lessens pressure on the face. n Designed by Juliette Laroche of University of Houston

4. LEVELED INDUCTION COOKTOP When cooking with multiple pots at the same time, it can be difficult for each to be properly positioned on the cooktop. The Leveled Induction Cooktop solves this problem by leveraging the hidden space between pans by arranging the burners more efficiently and adapting different levels on each. n Designed by Jaewan Choi of Samsung Design Membership 5. MATCHLINK Dementia is one of the biggest global public health challenges with about 44 million people affected worldwide in 2014. MatchLink uses a non pharmacological game-like intervention to stimulate the senses of people with dementia. It incorporates sensory, visual, memory, precision, coordination, orientation and creative skills to stimulate cognitive processing and motor skills through tactile and visual means. n Designed by Cassandra Seah of Nanyang Technological University for Ng Teng Fong General Hospital 6. MOBILE ISLAND Mobile Island combines a modular wireless charger, Ground, and a wireless charging device, Building, to create a DIY wireless charging environment at home. Wireless chargers are a means to charge smartphones, but their design isn’t always focused on usability. Mobile Island adds a wooden tray to an existing wireless charger to enhance its usability and modular design to cope with various usage demands. n Designed by Jaewan Choi, Soyoung Ko, Daehyun Kim, Daegwan Kim and Won Jang of Moa

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8 7. RUBU Rubu is a low-cost shippable playground for children in the Syrian refugee crisis that seeks to alleviate war trauma through play. Compared to basic needs like food, shelter and water, play is often dismissed as a luxury for kids in emergency situations when, in actuality, children dealing with psychological trauma from war need play more than ever. Inspired by pop-up books, Rubu makes play accessible in any situation by utilizing inexpensive easy-to-ship cardboard material that expands into a pop-up playground. n Designed by Hanbi Ko of ArtCenter College of Design

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8. WIND PAVILION Due to the expansion of land-use requirements, land is gradually being covered with high-rise buildings while the natural environment decreases. A high density of buildings causes wind tunnels in cities, which can be dangerous. However, the Wind Pavilion collects building-generated wind and turns it into electricity; the power is stored inside each column. Urban solutions such as Wind Pavilion combine the utility of water, light, wind and temperature to allow people a more comfortable public space. n Designed by Chi-Shan Chen of National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

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1. 120V Li-ion Blower The G-Force 120V Li-ion Blower can tackle all your clean-up needs around your yard whatever the season. No more smelly gas, no more pulling ropes, no more loud noise! The well-balanced handle includes push-button controls for on/off and three speeds and a cruise-control lever for extended use. Two interchangeable blower tips provide air-flow control for different applications. n Designed by Nigel Robson and Zhao Liu of Sumec Hardware and Tools Co., Ltd. 2. 120V Li-ion Chainsaw The G-Force 120V Li-ion Chainsaw is designed for professional users. The brushless motor provides more torque than most gas chainsaws on the market. It features an easy-to-use ergonomic handle, perfect balance and a quick-stop chain brake. n Designed by Nigel Robson and Zhao Liu of Sumec Hardware and Tools Co., Ltd.

3. 120V Li-ion Hedge Trimmer The G-Force 120V Li-ion Hedge Trimmer is the market leader in cordless-powered trimmers. Its features include a soft grip for comfortable use, three-sided operation, a laser-cut blade and a one-click rear-handle rotary. n Designed by Nigel Robson and Zhao Liu of Sumec Hardware and Tools Co., Ltd. 4. 180° PVA Mop The 180° PVA mop is a conceptual design. It uses PVA as the mop material. With the PVA mop it is easy to clean tricky places, such as corners, baseboards and beneath furniture. The design is simple yet stylish and is easy to use and store. n Designed by Wu Jian, He Ming, Ye Jiang, Yuan Hao Bo and Chen Xiao Feng of Ningbo Blue Fish Home Technology Co., Ltd.

5. 4°C Organ The 4°C Organ, an advanced organ preservation device, ensures that donated organs remain in top condition. It uses the energy-efficient icedpreservation method and advanced precision temperature monitoring technology to maintain the critical temperature while the organ is being transported from donor to recipient. n Designed by Shifan Long and Han Tian of EAD for General Hospital of Guangzhou Military Command of PLA 6. 860FP-Air Conditioning The “860FP”-Air Conditioning has a bionic leaf shape, creating a stylish, streamlined design with innovative soft-wind technology to create a comfortable, healthy temperature for users. The wind plate completely isolates the dust, and the precise vector air supply can bring even temperature to every corner of the room. n Designed by Yao Yuqiang, Yu Yourong, Yin Baochen, Wu Henghua and Zhou Mingguang of TCL Air-Conditioner Co.

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7. ACUSON Juniper The ACUSON Juniper is an ultrasound system capable of scanning virtually all patients regardless of their size, weight or condition. It has a reduced footprint with an ergonomically designed front and rear handle that optimizes portability. The control panel and the tilting touch screen are intuitive and ergonomic. n Designed by SunHye Hong and JooYeon Lee of Siemens Healthineers Ltd. and JaeHwa Moon and InYoung Yeo of RND+ Design Team 8. Always Discreet Boutique Panty Always Discreet Boutique is a beautiful, accessible, disposable underwear solution for adult incontinence that offers protection from leaks and neutralizes odor instantly. It incorporates great fit with maximum absorbency in a feminine design that empowers women with improved performance and beautifully designed protection. n Designed by Design Central Always Discreet Team for Procter & Gamble

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12 9. Ambi Climate 2nd Edition Ambi Climate is an AI-enhanced air-conditioner accessory offering personalized comfort. The AI engine collects data from onboard sensors and from the smartphone app that you use to indicate if you feel hot, cold or comfortable. It then automatically adjusts the AC to deliver optimal personal comfort throughout the day and the changing seasons. n Designed by Jervis Chua of Build Republic Ltd. and Ambi Labs

11. ATMOBOT AA The ATMOBOT AA is the only intelligent mobile air-purifying robot on the market currently. Its independent moving function has improved the efficiency of air purification in more rooms of a house, and its human-computer interaction enables real-time control and monitoring of the robot through a mobile app. n Designed by Li Xiaowen, Xie Jingya, Chen Mengdan, Wu Zhiqiang of ECOVACS Robotics Co. Ltd.

10. AP-3018B The AP-3018B is a large air purifier for spaces of 100 square meters. Its two fans powerfully suck in heavy dust near the floor and lighter dust floating in the air through filters located on both sides. The front display gives users clear information about air quality through figures and colors. n Designed by Jin Gyu Seo and Jong Ho Choi of Coway Co., Ltd.

12. BASH30 The BASH30 digital bidet promotes personal health and hygiene. Its cleansing water nozzle was developed in cooperation with a medical institution. It also automatically sterilizes pipes, nozzles and the bowl with electrolytically sterilized water and periodically sprays foam detergent on the bowl to remove stains. n Designed by Jin Gyu Seo and So Yeon Lee of Coway Co., Ltd.

13. BB-15 The BB-15 removes contaminants from tap water while softening it. Soft water has excellent cleansing power and helps prevent skin diseases. The illuminated gauge displays the soft water usage and the time taken to soften water. The softener can be installed on the wall or as a standalone product. n Designed by Junyoung Park of Coway Co., Ltd.

15. Beverly Top-Loading Washing Machine The simple and stylish Beverly Top-Loading Washing Machine uses an automatic dispensing system and water cube technology to make the laundry cleaner and ultrasonic technology to treat stains. Through the app, users can download a more personalized washing program. n Designed by Wuxi Little Swan Co. Ltd.

14. Beauty Platform Beauty Platform provides a comprehensive skincare solution from makeup to cleansing. The specialized moisturizing essence, which improves the moisture and elasticity of skin, is kept protected on the cooling plate. The smart mirror display provides information on optimal skin care and informs users about customized care regiments. n Designed by Jungjae Jeon of Coway Co., Ltd.

16. Bobcat E85 Excavator The Bobcat E85 is an 8-ton mini excavator characterized by a modern, balanced design that expresses power, high performance and efficiency. The design of the E85 was developed to complement the full lineup of Bobcat excavators. n Designed by Jin-hup Yeu, Hyun-joong Kim, Na-dan Cho and Eun-sook Seo of Doosan Infracore Co., Ltd. for Doosan Bobcat Inc.

17. Bowers & Wilkins PX Noise Cancelling Wireless Over Ear Headphones The Bowers & Wilkins PX Noise Cancelling Wireless Over Ear Headphones offers customers a best-in-class listening experience within an exceptionally well-crafted audio statement. This elegant sculptural design features lightweight technical materials such as ballistic nylon and anodized aluminum and a dynamic ribbon arm. n Designed by Morten Warren of Native Design for Bowers and Wilkins 18. Brisk x Marvel Studios: Wakanda Forever Special Edition Package To celebrate the premiere of Marvel Studiosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Black Panther, PepsiCo launched a limited-edition package that combined ultra-premium technologies with a unique product design. Among the features was a 3D-printed attachment to the aluminum can inspired by Black Pantherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s iconic mask. This application for 3D printing was a unique use of new technology in the beverage category. n Designed by PepsiCo Design & Innovation

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19. C-couch The C-couch was inspired by a chimpanzee’s treetop bed. The cushion features a shallow oval bowl with a depression in the center that gently holds you. The raised edge serves as a pillow for the head, legs and arms, and the curved shape of the legs allows the couch to rock in nearly all directions. n Designed by Shinichi Ishikawa, Zamma Koichiro and Arichika Iwata of Iwata Inc. 20. Cellcure – Cosmeceutical Skincare Brand Packaging The packaging for the Cellcure skin-science cosmetics brand marries intuitive authenticity with minimal design elements. The form factor is derived from a capsule, bowing to the brand’s cosmeceutical foundation. The brand area is visually separated from the function area using color and material transitions. n Designed by Jihyo Lee, Yura Lee, Chaeyoon Kim and Yeonhwa Lee of CELLCURE Design for CELLTRIONSKINCURE Corp.

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24 21. Cello Smart LMD (Last Mile Delivery) Cello Smart LMD is a logistics solution that helps with the last-mile delivery. It helps drivers to schedule deliveries using an optimized route and to handle various situations that occur in the delivery process, such as traffic congestion. n Designed by Jaesung Jo, Sooyoung Lee and Heejoung Kim of Cello Smart LMD for Samsung SDS 22. CHP-7300R The CHP-7300R is a water filtration device that removes fine particles, rust residue, chlorinated ingredients and heavy metals. It provides roomtemperature, hot and cold water. The temperature of the hot water can be adjusted to three levels with settings for frequent items like tea, coffee and powdered milk. n Designed by So Yeon Lee of Coway Co., Ltd.

25 23. CHPI-7500L The CHPI-7500L is a water filtration device that provides hot, cold and room-temperature water and ice. The internal water tank, flow channels and faucet can be sterilized with a single touch. If no water is used for 24 hours, stored water is automatically drained, ensuring that water from the device is always fresh. n Designed by Jongho Choi and Junyoung Park of Coway Co., Ltd. 24. CHR-03 The CHR-03 is a hybrid electric stove with a bridge induction and one infrared burner. The bridge induction can be expanded from one to two burners. The tracked line design, developed as a part of Coway’s premium induction lineup identity, is used on the bridge induction to maintain Coway’s design identity. n Designed by Jiae Eum of Coway Co., Ltd.

28 25. CIR-301 The CIR-301 is an electric stove with one induction burner and a free induction zone. The free induction burners can be expanded from one to three. Each burner has five chef modes for distinct types of cooking. The Miradur-coated SCHOTT CERAN is more shock-resistant, scratch-resistant and durable than ordinary CERAN. n Designed by Boseong Seo and Jiae Eum of Coway Co., Ltd. 26. Clova Mars Mars, the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first smart TWS earbuds, combined with the AI platform Clova, facilitates realtime translation between two people using one pair of the earbuds. MARS also features perfectly clear phone calls and voice recognition, even under the heaviest noise. n Designed by NAVER Clova

29 27. Digital Radiography THU (Tube Head Unit) X-ray equipment requires high-intensity physical movement, producing a higher rate of musculoskeletal disease in radiologists compared to other healthcare professionals. The form factor of the Digital Radiography THU considered ergonomic design factors to make it safer and more intuitive to use. n Designed by Eunmee Shin, Gukho Gil, Miyoung Lee, Seolynn Park and Sungwoo Sul of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 28. DingTalk M2 Face Recognition Machine The DingTalk M2 provides high-performance face recognition, including 0.3-second rapid recognition, simultaneous recognition and excellent recognition ability in suboptimal lighting. It can be used to record employee attendance or visitors. The M2 is easy to install and configure. n Designed by Chen Zhiyuan of DingTalk

30 29. Dryer This is a multifunctional dryer. When it is fixed on the wall, it can be used as a towel dryer or hand dryer. When taken down, it becomes a hair dryer. The product utilizes the Coanda effect in an effort to achieve a good balance between the volume and function. n Designed by Gree Electric Appliances Inc. of Zhuhai 30. Edge The Edge Android TV box enables broadcasters to deliver integrated video services and applications and enables viewers to have a seamless experience when moving from traditional linear viewing to on-demand viewing and using applications. Its primary objective is to unify the viewing experience in a common platform with a single interface. n Designed by Haoxiang Hu, Haopeng Li, Hao Ding and Minyang Li Yulu of Skyworth Digital

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31. Eero Home WiFi System The Eero Home WiFi System creates a wireless mesh network providing uniform Wi-Fi that can synchronously handle web surfing, multiple video and audio streams, and IoT connected devices throughout the home. The system lets you easily share your network with guests through a simple smartphone app. n Designed by Fred Bould, IDSA, Jeremy Wolf, Bernardo Bajana and Tristan Cannan for Eero

33. Evoke High-Flow Water Filtration Evoke is a purification device that provides fast water filtration. With a 0.0001Îźm-aperture filter blocking 99.9 percent of contaminants, Evoke dispenses purified water at a stunning 2.5 liters per minute. Such performance helps ensure cleaner, healthier water that you can trust for drinking, cooking and washing fruits and vegetables. n Designed by Tsungyu Lu, River Cheng and Len Lim of Kohler Design Studio

32. EU The EU bidet features a three-mode rotating nozzle that provides washing modes for the elderly, kids, women and those with constipation and an infrared dryer for healing therapy. With intelligent technology, EU recognizes users and automatically chooses their favorite settings. n Designed by River Cheng, Henry Yang and Lisa Hsieh of Kohler Design Studio

34. FAMILYCARE FAMILYCAREâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s three-mode rotating nozzle provides washing modes for the elderly, kids, women and those with constipation and an infrared dryer for healing therapy. The bowl and wand are sanitized with E-water and UV lighting after each use. The inclined seat helps muscles relax for easier and more effective elimination. n Designed by River Cheng, Henry Yang and Len Lim of Kohler Design Studio

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35. Fireplace Heater In winter the Fireplace Heater functions as a heater with a fan and thermostat to keep your space warm. The simulated fire at the base also creates a warm visual experience. In the summer it can be used as a fan to keep you cool. It is equipped with an anti-tipping mechanism and a safety switch that automatically cuts the power when it is knocked over. n Designed by Peng Huang, Zhizhao Liu, Fuquan Su, Chao Xiao and Tian Jia Huang of Lianchuang Technology Group 36. Fitbit Flyer The Fitbit Flyer wireless fitness headphones are built to withstand the toughest workouts while also offering comfort and versatility for all-day use. Its low-profile design sits flush with the ear for a secure modular fit, and the hydrophobic nano coating is durable enough to weather any condition. n Designed by Jonah Becker, Brian Paschke, Mark Huang, Gregoire Vandenbussche and Robin Rayno of Fitbit

40 37. Fitbit Versa Fitbit Versa is a health and fitness smart watch designed for everyone. It delivers the advanced health and fitness features people have come to expect from Fitbit, as well as phone-free music, wallet-free payments, notifications to stay connected and popular apps to make life easier. n Designed by Jonah Becker, Brian Paschke, Gregoire Vandenbussche, Kelly Roche and Jennifer Birch of Fitbit 38. Flexible Electric Heater The “Flexible” Electric Heater is a bendable heater. The body of the heater is composed of several heating blocks with micro holes on the surface that produce even heat dissipation. The blocks can be arranged in a straight line or in a curve to fit different spaces and uses, such as for drying clothes. n Designed by Gree Electric Appliances Inc. of Zhuhai

41 39. FLOW FLOW is a logistics monitoring strategy for global logistics control and command centers. The video wall is a vital tool for group collaboration and tactical planning of mission-critical events. FLOW also helps operators and managers obtain insights to make informed decisions when facing issues such as port strikes and natural disasters. n Designed by Sunghye Cho, Kyungeun Hwang, Ranhee Yu, Junghun Yun and Sungjin Hong of FLOW for Samsung SDS 40. G1811 Belt Sander The G1811 Belt Sander is a cordless industrial power tool for sanding and grinding. It targets automotive repair, fabrication and restoration applications and is designed to optimize power, control, durability and access for professional mechanics. It is also suitable for industrial maintenance applications. n Designed by Dennis Naksen, IDSA, Scott Price, IDSA, and Joshua Johnson of Ingersoll Rand

42 41. Geog Automatic Pre-Filter Designed and engineered for your peace of mind, Geog is a maintenance-free automatic pre-filter. Featuring intelligent scheduling, ultra-fine mesh and patented bi-directional flush, it captures rust, debris and algae from municipal water supplies and safeguards water appliances within the household while maintaining maximum flow. n Designed by Tsungyu Lu, River Cheng and Len Lim of Kohler Design Studio 42. Ggumbi Bumper Bed Morning Star Ggumbi Morning Star is a bumper bed for newborn babies that can prevent sudden death. It can also transform into a playroom mat, baby sofa or baby room. The extra bathing wrap, which is made of pure cotton, swaddles the newborn baby, giving a cozy feeling like a mother’s hug. n Designed by Choi Jinhyi, Choi Yeonseo, Seo Eunyeong and Park Hyun Bum of Ggumbi

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46 43. Halo h2o Soft-Water Shower The Halo h2o Soft-Water Shower offers a brand new showering experience with healthy and pure soft water. It boasts a soft-water purification filter placed in the handle of the shower, which contains a natural lemon-extract filtering material and a high-purity copper zinc alloy. n Designed by Chenhai Ruan, Chao Kong and Xinlong Fan of Hangzhou Enjoywater Technology Co., Ltd 44. HANS HANS offers a modular design suitable for wall lighting, spotlighting and basic lighting. Its professional optic design allows a 15-, 25-, 40- or 60-degree beam angle. It can be configured for different installation scenarios, such as recessed, surface-mounted, hooped, track, pendant, underground, wall and floor. n Designed by Peng Yinshui of Shenzhen Dizan Technology Co., Ltd. for Romney Opto-Electronic Systems Technology (Guangdong) Co., Ltd.

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45. Harpoon | Brand Strategy and Visual Identity A new brand position was defined and a brand design language was established that clarified the brand architecture, guided development of an identity system for the flagship IPA product, informed new product development and managed a holistic brand experience across all products. n Designed by Jeff Pacione & Ethan Wang of Catapult Thinking, and Adam Bailey & James Holzman of Mass Bay Brewing Company

47. HOO8 Smart Cloth-Drying Product The HOO8 Smart Cloth-Drying Product was designed for people living in big cities who have little space to hang wet clothes to dry. Heightadjustable poles, a disinfection and drying system, and an atmosphere illumination system make the air-drying process more comfortable and convenient. n Designed by Miao Ke, Cai Huixian, Huang Feiting, Li Leigang and Chen Chenglei of Jinhua UD Industry Design Co., Ltd. for Hooeasy Smart Technology Co., Ltd.

46. Hisense Phegda Series Refrigerators The Hisense Phegda Series Refrigerators are Hisenseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2018 high-end flagship products. The project began at the end of 2016, and after nearly 10 months of planning, design and production, the series was officially launched in September 2017. When it was exhibited at the 2017 IFA show, it was praised by the industry and consumers at home and abroad. n Designed by Hisense Industrial Design Center for Hisense (Shandong) Refrigerator Co., Ltd.

48. HP Jet Fusion 3D Printers The HP Jet Fusion 3D Printers were designed to be a complete automated system for small to medium-sized development teams, design firms and universities. The 8-inch color touch display guides users with animated step-by-step tutorials and LED wayfinding indicators. The earth-friendly printers automatically reclaim excess print material for use during the next job. n Designed by HP Global Experience Design Team / HP Imaging & Printing, HP Inc.

49. HP Sprocket 2-in-1 The HP Sprocket 2-in-1 is a combination smartphone printer and 5 MP resolution view-finder camera. It can quickly print smartphone and social media images, view photo collections and customize the images before printing. And it is small enough to fit in a pocket, wallet case or carry bag. n Designed by HP Global Experience Design Team / HP Imaging & Printing, HP Inc. 50. HP Sprocket Plus The HP Sprocket Plus is a wireless handheld photo printer about the size of a smartphone that instantly creates snapshots and stickers. It connects to the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s phone through Bluetooth. The tools in the free HP Sprocket App allow users to customize photos by adding text, borders and filters. n Designed by HP Global Experience Design Team / HP Imaging & Printing, HP Inc.

53 51. IBM NS16e-4 NeuroSynaptic Supercomputer The IBM Neurosynaptic Supercomputer is a braininspired AI supercomputing system driven by an innovative architecture and chip set. The architecture combines the left-brain language and analytic thinking of standard computers with the right-brain sense and pattern recognition powers of the neurosynaptic chip, creating a holistic computing intelligence. n IBM NS16e-4 NeuroSynaptic Supercomputer designed by Camillo Sassano, Kevin Schultz and Aaron Cox of the IBM Industrial Design Program with William Risk, Ben Shaw and Mike Debole of IBM Research for LLNL and the US Air Force 52. ID:B Most office workers in Korea are reluctant to display their photo on ID cards. ID:B is a dual-sided ID card that reveals the identity of the company without exposing the employeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s photo. ID:B is smaller than standard ID cards, about a fifth the size of a credit card, the minimum size that can house an RF chip. n Designed by Bongchan Kim, Daejin Kim, Guntae Kim, Youngmi Park and Eunjung You of Brand Strategy Dept. for Daishin Financial Group

54 53. Illusion Spinner The Illusion Spinner is an unglazed bone china spinner. Engraved on the spinner is a floral spiral pattern that when spun captures your mind through the combination of the whispery sea-shell sound of the ocean and a mesmerizing optical illusion. n Designed by Oscar de la Hera Gomez for the Museum of Modern Art 54. imonkey 24-in-1 Screwdriver Set The 24 bits in the imonkey 24-in-1 Screwdriver Set were carefully selected to cover most of the screws found in the home. The bits are attached to the aluminum alloy case using magnets. The aluminum alloy construction of the bit handle makes it more robust than conventional plastic handles. n Designed by Zhuhai imonkey Technology Co., Ltd.

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59 55. Innergie USB-C Laptop Adapter The Innergie USB-C Laptop Adapter is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s smallest and most versatile adapter. It charges all devices, including 65-watt laptops, tablets and smartphones, in a footprint smaller than a shot glass. The US model integrates a foldable plug within a notch, while the international model features modular plugs with two-way installation. n Designed by Red Hung, Keith Hsieh, Watson Hu and PSBG R&D Team of Delta Electronics for Innergie 56. Joule Joule is a very small, powerful device for sous vide cooking. With the smartphone app and the Visual Doneness system, users can preview and select exactly how their food will come out before they begin to cook. App-based control allows the manufacturer to consistently update and improve the Joule cooking experience. n Designed by ChefSteps Design Team

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57. JUSTIME Lucky 7 Series 3-Way Shower Combination The JUSTIME Lucky 7 Series 3-Way Shower Combination features an overhead shower, handheld shower and shower jet with massage and silk sprays, bringing more joy to users when they shower. The stainless-steel stick handle was designed to operate easily in wet and slippery conditions. n Designed by JUSTIME Design Team of Sheng Tai Brassware Co., Ltd. 58. Knob-Type Gas-Fired Hot Water Boiler This is a multipurpose gas-fired hot water boiler. It is safe, intelligent and energy efficient. Even if one water heater malfunctions, the rest of the system still works. The system automatically adjusts the startup of several water heaters based on their capacities. n Designed by Gree Electric Appliances Inc. of Zhuhai

61 59. KOHLER Konnect KOHLER Konnect is a smart bathroom solution that caters to the needs of every family member. The One-Touch Scenario prepares the bathroom for different purposes, and Inter-connecting offers smart settings for daily users. Machine learning personalizes experiences for the needs of everyone, and voice control facilitates a seamless interface. n Designed by Kohler Design Studio 60. KUKA KR AGILUS II The KUKA KR AGILUS II closes the gap in the field of high-performance small robotics in the electronics and automotive industries. It is also suitable for many applications in medium-sized companies. Different versions, installation positions, reaches and payloads make the AGILUS II a versatile precision artist with an accuracy of less than 0.0012 inch. n Designed by Mario Selic of Selic Industriedesign and Valentina Antonovsky, Leander Eisenwinter, Benjamin Kuhl and Moritz Zasche of KUKA Robots

64 61. Kumin Instant Water Heater Kumin is a water dispenser featuring instant heating technology. Whether you’re making morning coffee, afternoon tea or formula for the baby, simply choose between the preset temperature and volume levels. It heats up the water as it dispenses. n Designed by Tsungyu Lu, River Cheng and Len Lim of Kohler Design Studio 62. LAVA ME The LAVA ME is the world’s first one-piece injection-molded carbon-fiber guitar. It provides great sound and an effortless playing experience. A new kind of carbon-fiber composited material called AirSonic enables LAVA ME to produce greater volume, a wider frequency range and a longer sustain than most wooden guitars. n Designed by Minke Liu, Tosca Zhou, Ray Zhong, Bill Kele and Zitian Lu of the Lava Music

65 63. McDonald’s Pavilion at PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic Games The McDonald’s Pavilion served as a restaurant and corporate brand promotion space during the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic Games. The unique hamburger-shaped pavilion had design elements of a burger, fries, and a drink, projecting the message of “a meal with the world.” Approximately 200,000 customers visited the pavilion during the games. n Designed by Archiahn and Komes Design 64. Memory Craft 6700 Professional The Memory Craft 6700 Professional is a computerized home sewing machine designed for easy use and an enhanced quality of sewing. Metal was used for areas of the body that affect sewing performance, and ABS polymer was used elsewhere its light weight and malleability. n Designed by Akihiro Izaki, Kiyomi Kawaguchi and Hideki Muto of Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd.

66 65. Mercku M2 Hive Wi-Fi System The M2 Hive System utilizes one M2 Wi-Fi Router and multiple plug-in nodes spread around the house to extend the signal to all corners of the living space, eliminating dead spots and boosting areas lacking sufficient Wi-Fi coverage. It can host up to 80 simultaneous users and allows for industry-leading speed. n Designed by Ronghao Jin for Mercku Inc. 66. Mercku M2 Wi-Fi Router The Mercku M2 Wi-Fi Router covers up to 3,000 square feet and can be joined with multiple routers to form a mesh network. It eliminates dead spots, improves performance speeds and serves as a connectivity superhighway to power all IoT devices within the home. n Designed by Ronghao Jin for Mercku Inc.

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68. Miix 630 The Lenovo Miix 630 is the world’s first ARMbased 2-in-1 laptop. It provides a full Windows computer experience with an extremely long battery life, an adjustable hinge that allows any angle and a full PC keyboard. n Designed by Lenovo Experience Design Group

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67. Microsoft Hacking STEM Microsoft Hacking STEM provides affordable inquiry and project-based activities that use everyday materials to visualize data across science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) curriculum. It provides middle-school standards-based lesson plans written by teachers for teachers. n Designed by Microsoft Hacking STEM team

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69. MINE MIRS Smart Lighted Mirror The MINE MIRS Smart Lighted Mirror was designed to solve the problem of insufficient light when putting on makeup. Users can adjust the brightness and color temperature of the powerful LED ring, enabling them to create professional makeup lighting in any environment. n Designed by Bo Jing, Zhibo Chen, Shihuang Zhong and Xue Zong of MINE

71. Mitsubishi Elevator Touch Panel-Style Elevator Hall Registry Control Panel This product is an elevator hall touch control panel equipped with a destination-oriented allocation system (DOAS). Users register their destination floors before boarding, enabling the DOAS to efficiently coordinate the movement of multiple elevators in response to the demand. n Designed by Satoshi Yamazaki of Mitsubishi Electric Corp.

70. Mirage Solo w/Daydream + Google Vega VR 180 Camera The Lenovo Mirage Solo with the Daydream VR headset features WorldSense™ body-tracking technology and a super-wide 110-degree field of view that places the entire Daydream library in your hands. The pocket-sized Vega VR Camera captures real-life depth in 4K quality, allowing you to relive your memories later with your VR headset. n Designed by Lenovo Experience Design Group

72. Molinks Electric Motorcycle The Molinks Electric Motorcycle is a highly intelligent man-machine interactive system that improves the riding experience. The shell can be customized by users to suit their needs and style and to prolong product’s life cycle. With its swappable battery and charging/swapping stations, riders can install a fresh battery in 5 seconds. n Designed by Liang Lan, Hongpeng Wang, Xiangqi Wang and Tianshi Xu of Beijing Easy Woods Culture Co., Ltd. for Zhisin Holding

76 73. NCR Silver Quantum Commerce Station The NCR Silver Quantum integrates many of the components of a point-of-sale solution that others forget: a Samsung Galaxy Tab A tablet, loyalty scanner, payment device (chip, swipe and dip card), customer-facing display and USB hub. The NCR Silver software also provides businessmanagement software, including inventory, staff management and reporting. n Designed by Kwan Lee of NCR User Centered Design for NCR Corp. 74. NeuVision Ceiling-Mounted Digital Radiography Series NeuVision Ceiling-Mounted Digital Radiography Series is a high-quality digital X-ray device with fully automatic five-axis and dual-track suspension that offers faster, more advanced and stronger features. The customized interface on the large touch panel reduces technician workloads. The light ring not only relays the status to technicians, but its also creates a relax atmosphere for patients. n Designed by Zhuo Liu, Da-wei Xie and Chun-chit Kan of Neusoft Medical System

75. Next Cockpit Experience The Next Cockpit Experience provides a new mobility solution that supports multiple modes and connects to the IoT. The digital cockpit was integrated into an existing mass-produced vehicle in order to provide a new in-vehicle infotainment user experiences for drivers and passengers. n Designed by NXD Group, Corporate Design Center, Samsung Electronics Connected Car and Harman 76. NITECORE SRT9 Multi-Output Die-Cast Flashlight The NITECORE SRT9 flashlight features a highpower CREE XHP50 LED and red, green, blue and UV secondary LEDs. It can be adjusted infinitely from 0.1 lumens to 2150 lumens by twisting the selector ring located near the bezel. Color outputs and special modes are also quickly accessible this way too. It boasts a 250-hour runtime. n Designed by Li Wenjie, Wang Xi, Yin Yingmao, Zhong Shicong and Wu Shifeng of SYSMAX Innovations Co., Ltd.

78 77. NOVA Minimally Invasive System The NOVA Minimally Invasive System was designed for posterior spine stabilization. It leaves patients with just a mini scar, rather than multiple larger ones. For surgeons, the system shortens the operation time and improves efficiency. Radiation exposure to patients and surgeons is also reduced. n Designed by BAUI Biotech Co., Ltd. 78. OPUS Design System OPUS is a design system for UX/UI designers that helps them work faster and smarter. It provides the best references and templates based on the user analysis and helps designers follow the design standards by giving them real-time feedback about their work. The self-learning structure enables OPUS to continuously develop itself to be a better design buddy. n Designed by Youjing Jang, Hyeunim Cho, Boyoung Choi, Jaewon Seo, and Taemin Kim of Samsung SDS

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82 79. P-5600N The P-5600N is a commercial water purifier optimized for businesses such as restaurants that consume a large volume of water or must rapidly fill water bottles. The designers excluded the hot/ cold water functions and chose a mechanical water purification method using water pressure alone without electrical equipment to save energy and minimize maintenance costs. n Designed by Jungjae Jeon of Coway Co., Ltd. 80. Peaufinee – Sun Protection Line Family Cosmetic Brand Packaging The motto of the Peaufinee line of hypoallergenic cosmetics proposes a skin-care solution has things in common with medicine. The plain and orderly layout of the graphics was inspired by prescription bottles, and the family of icons distinguish the products in the line and showcase the cheerful and friendly identity of the Peaufinee brand. n Designed by Jihyo Lee, Yeonhwa Lee, Bokyung Choi and Woosung LEE of Peaufinee Design for CELLTRIONSKINCURE Corp.

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81. Pico Neo Thanks to the excellent performance of the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 835 mobile VR platform and ultrasonic technology, the Pico Neo VR headset has incorporated 6DoF tracking and positioning functionality. Without any external sensors, Pico Neo is able to track both head and hand movement. n Designed by Pico Technology Co., Ltd. 82. Pitney Bowes SendPro® C-Series The Pitney Bowes SendPro C-Series® makes it easy for small to mid-sized offices to mail, ship and track packages with one device. Letters are quickly weighed, sealed and printed in one step, and users can easily compare shipping options and verify addresses before shipping. n Designed by Pitney Bowes Global UX, Big Bang and Free Association for Pitney Bowes Corp.

83. Platform Air Purifier The Platform Air Purifier is compact yet powerful with dual and triple power structures. It indicates the filter life, fan speed and contamination level on the front through lighting and animation. n Designed by Kyoung Hwa Maeng of Coway Co., Ltd. 84. Premium Wallpaper ‘Diamant’ Edel is a high-quality wallpaper collection from LG Hausys. Edel means “noble” and “fine” in German. This premium wallpaper has a thick embossed texture and delicate details that make a space more luxurious and sophisticated. The thickness of Edel creates a 3D effect and makes people want to touch it. n Designed by Jinkyung Shin, Minsun Kim, Kyunghee Kim and Siyoung Lee of LG hausys

85. PRIMUS Tankless Toilet The PRIMUS Tankless Toilet not only fulfills leading water conservation standards by using about 25 percent less water than conventional siphonic toilets; it also eliminates the need for concealed cisterns and energy-wasting electrical pumps. It incorporates AXENT tankless technology for a powerful flush without the need for a tank. n Designed by Dean Dong of AXENT (Xiamen) Corp. Ltd. for AXENT Switzerland AG

87. Quantix Hybrid Drone System for Agriculture The Quantix Hybrid Drone System offers an end-to-end ecosystem providing actionable field intelligence for precision agriculture. The system includes a drone, tablet controller and robust software package that delivers real-time data analytics on crop health and crop yields. n Designed by Paul Belik, Jeremy Tyler, Rip Rippey and Henry Won of AeroVironment and AWOL Co.

89. RICOH MEG The RICOH MEG is a state-of-the-art medical device for analyzing and imaging brain function. The system analyzes higher levels of the brainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s information recognition and information communication mechanism to accelerate the elucidation of human brain functions, diagnosis technologies and brain studies. n Designed by Michinari Shinohara of Corporate Design Center, Intellectual Property Division, Ricoh Co., Ltd.

86. Proton Medical System Proton therapy is the most advanced, accurate and securest radiotherapy for multiple types of tumors. Proton enters the human body at top speed and hardly reacts with normal tissue or cells. When the proton reaches the target site, it stops and releases the maximum energy to reach the Bragg peak to kill the cancer cells. n Designed by Yuntao Song, Dongge Zhao, Lu Liu, Jianghua Wei and Dingliang Chen of ZCO Design Co., Ltd. for Hefei CAS Ion Medical and Technical Devices Co., Ltd.

88. Rad-97 The Rad-97 is a bedside patient monitor that continuously monitors (or spot checks) key patient physiological parameters in clinical and home settings. It also incorporates a large touch screen with a user-friendly interface, Bluetooth connectivity to third-party devices and an optional camera. n Designed by Chad DeJong, Sujin Hwang, Nicholas Barker, Ammar Al-Ali and Steven Egge of Masimo

90. RICOH R Development Kit The RICOH R Development Kit is a 360-degree spherical live-streaming camera enabling continuous 24-hour operation. Images taken in the equirectangular projection format, a standard format for 360-degree images, can be converted in real time with the RICOH R Development Kit. It can be widely used in fields such as telexistence, computer vision and entertainment. n Designed by Tomohiko Sasaki and Toshihiko Kawa of Corporate Design Center, Intellectual Property Division, Ricoh Co., Ltd.

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94 91. RICOH THETA V The THETA V is a next-generation smart 360-degree spherical camera that offers 360-degree spatial audio recording to link audio and movies. It also allows users to install apps to extended the functionality, for instance, project to TV screens remotely and move sphrical visuals for viewing without a smartphone. n Designed by Tomohiko Sasaki, Naoto Tsuruoka, Yuuta Nishimura, Sachiko Fukumaru and Toshihiko Kawa of Corporate Design Center, Intellectual Property Division, Ricoh Co., Ltd. 92. Roy Roy is a furniture collection designed with a keen attention to ergonomic theories and the lifestyles of growing teens. With a wide range of items from small accessory hangers and storage benches to a height-adjustable desk and an angle-adjustable bed, teens can customize their space while improving their creativity and independent learning habits. n Designed by Yeji Kim, Jungsoo Huh and Inhwan Woo of iloom

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93. Rylo 360 The Rylo Camera is a compact 360-degree camera that makes it easy to shoot, edit and share cinematic video. First, capture footage in 360-degree mode. When you connect the camera to your smartphone, choose a subject in the editing app and the software will automatically follow the person to produce a seamless imagestabilized point-of-view video. n Designed by Fred Bould, IDSA, Anson Cheung and Byron Lee of Bould Design for Rylo 94. Second Refrigerator Innovative Design Concept The Second Refrigerator is intended to for the living room rather than the kitchen. It allows users to store a variety of items that require more accurate temperature control, such as medicine, cosmetics, red wine and fruit, by using a variety of storage partitions. n Designed by Difei Wang, Wei Wei, Jia Chen and Hui Wang of Hisense Industrial Design Center for Hisense Refrigerator Co., Ltd.

95. Sensile Medical Design Language The Sensile Medical Design Language provides a unified look and feel across a range of injection devices. Different product variants are clearly identifiable yet recognizable as a single family with key attributes of the Sensile technology. n Designed by Craig McGarrell, Alex Driver and Paul Greenhalgh of Team Consulting for Sensile Medical 96. SIMBULB VINTAGE The SIMBULB VINTAGE was meticulously designed to preserve the look of early-20thcentury lighting using advance LED technology. The design of the LED structure uses a soft and bendable material as a substrate to create a beautiful curved filament, which emits warm reddish glow that is perfect for mood and accent lighting. n Designed by Yeung Chi Keung of SIM Lighting Design Co., Ltd.

100 97. Smartisan U2 Pro Most competitors tend to design round-style smartphones, and most consumers are unaware of this trend. The Smartisan U2 Pro maintains the pure rectangular lines of minimalist design aesthetics. n Designed by Smartisan Industrial Design Team 98. T20 The T20 is a 20-liter car refrigerator powered by the cigarette lighter or when outdoors a solar or lithium battery. It can quickly refrigerate to -18 degrees Celsius with only 50-watt power consumption. Its slim body makes it easy to carry and ideal for camping and cross-country trips. n Designed by Yu Xie of Guangdong indelB Enterprise Co., Ltd. for JD.com, Tmall.com and Suning.com

101 99. TAB4 with Home Assistant Pack The Lenovo TAB4 Home Assistant Pack with a detachable screen flexes to the user, transforming into a smart assistant, a 2-in-1 tablet or a kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tablet. It has two powerful 3-watt speakers that can fill a large room, recognizes your voice up to 3 meters away and weighs only 300 grams. n Designed by Lenovo Experience Design Group 100. Toshiba Washing Machine The Toshiba Washing Machine is equipped with a precision automatic detergent-dispensary system. The control panel is placed at the optimal angle for ease of use. The right-side metal slider allows users to select the daily laundry program and parameter settings with one-handed flicking. The machine also supports voice and app control functions. n Designed by Tiancheng Yan, Mehmet Oney, Su Qin and Hailong Zhang for Toshiba Corp.

102 101. Translate Mic Translate Mic improves the pickup of dialog between two people during real-time voice translation using any translation app. A long-range MEMS microphone on the back of the smartphone faces the person talking, and a short-range unidirectional MEMS microphone at the front isolates outside noises. n Designed by Jack Ting, Helen Ting and Shen Hong-Shu for Union Genius Computer Co., Ltd. 102. TSUTSUMU Card Case The TSUTUMU Card Case was brought to life based on the Japanese custom of wrapping valued items carefully. It is made by beautifully folding a piece of high-quality leather without using a single piece of fastening material, like origami. TSUTUMU was designed to gently wrap your valuable business cards. n Designed by SATOH Hirotaka

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104. Unibody Cable Unibody Cable is the toughest small-sized charging cable ever made. The unibody structure is covered by nylon fiber outside and Kevlar fiber inside that leaves no gaps, giving it incredible durability. It can withstand being bent 10,000 times and pulled with a force of 50 kilograms. n Designed by Tang Feng, Dong Xiaoyu, Xu Yong and Wang Zhiyao of Zimi Corp.

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103. TV Packaging Box Reuse Pet House Concept The TV Packaging Box Reuse Pet House is an environmentally friendly TV packaging design. On the theme of the FIFA World Cup 2018, the TV Packaging Box can be reused and transformed into a pet house. n Designed by Tan Qi Feng of Hisense Industrial Design Center for Hisense Electric Co., Ltd.

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108 105. Universal Multi Bar The Universal Multi Bar allows elevator riders, regardless of age, gender or disability, to easily select and verify their desired floor. With the 3D indicator, users can easily identify the direction of the elevator regardless of where they are standing. The elevator can be called by pressing the knee button with a knee or by placing a foot on the foot button for two seconds. n Designed by Jin Sung Lee, Jung Ho Bang, Sang Min Lee, Tae hoon Kim and Chae Woo Park of Hyundai Elevator 106. Up-and-Down Kitchen Ventilators The Up-and-Down Kitchen Ventilators exhaust smoke and vapor while cooking. The height can be adjusted, and it features self-cleaning by high temperature, voice control and auto-control of the fan. n Designed by Xueliang Chen, Weijian He, Tuanhui Yin of Vatti and designaffairs Shanghai China

107. Vacuum Press Pot This stainless-steel double-walled vacuum French press can keep coffee warm and fresh for much longer than the traditional glass French press. The entire product is made from stainless steel; there are no plastic parts. n Designed by Yijun Chen, Bin Zhang, Xichao Zhu and Donglin Yuan of Shanghai Solid Stainless Steel Products Co., Ltd. 108. Venue â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ultrasound for the Critical Moment Venue is a high-performance diagnostic and guidance ultrasound system for emergency room physicians. The button-less interface has an automated tool set to simplify and accelerate clinical workflow. It minimizes training time, reduces fatigue and has the familiar feel of modern consumer devices. n Designed by Robert Meurer, Ross Stalter, Craig Loomis, Alex Sokolovski and Cindy Owen for GE Healthcare Point of Care Ultrasound

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109. Verge with WashBar Verge is an all-in-one handwashing system. The WashBar is a chrome-plated fixture housing touchless soap, water and a dryer. The Verge basin is made with Everon natural quartz. Engineered to balance airflow and noise, the dryer works together with the bowl to prevent water from spraying users and the floor. n Designed by Sean Kim and Chris Murry of Beyond Design, Inc. 110. WINBOT WA3 The WINBOT WA3 is a wireless smart windowcleaning robot. Powered by a large-capacity battery, it can keep on working for up to 50 minutes, cleaning an area of about 20 square meters. n Designed by Li Xiaowen, He Fang, Yu Xintong and Liao Wenli of ECOVACS Robotics Co. Ltd.

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114 111. Withfika – Reasonable Makeup Brand Packaging The packaging for the cosmetic brand Withfika was designed with a simple structure to be practical for daily use, and the Memphis-style graphics were designed to stand out to consumers. The minimal post-processing of the container and box reduced costs and increased manufacturing efficiency. n Designed by Jihyo Lee, Yura Lee and Chaeyoon Kim of WITHFIKA Design for CELLTRIONSKINCURE Corp. 112. Wolke Wolke is an electric recliner chair named after a German word meaning “cloud” that offers ultimate comfort as if sitting on a cloud. Its soft cushion and genuine leather allows anyone to rest in the most relaxing position. Every component was delicately designed and ergonomically structured. n Designed by Yunsu Na and Inhwan Woo of iloom

113. YOGA 730 Presenting a major step forward in elegant design, the YOGA 730 is the latest premium convertible notebook computer from Lenovo. It is incredibly thin, measuring less than 14 millimeters, and can fold 360 degrees backwards to create a highly capable Windows tablet. n Designed by Lenovo Experience Design Group 114. Yoondesign Identity Renewal A pioneer of digital font design since 1989, Yoondesign’s identity renewal explores the link between the font design, content and brands. The variable graphic motif of the triangular relationship turning into a circle establishes a visual language that is a symbol of Yoondesign. n Designed by Kim Sunghoon, Choi Chi-Young of Yoondesign group

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4 1. 07:25 The design of 07:25 eyewear was inspired by the similar shape of watch frames and eyeglass frames and of watch hands and eyeglass temples. Wood is the primary material supplemented with titanium. The metallic rim serves to both reinforce the wood frame and allow the lenses to be easily changed. n Designed by Byoengchan Oh, Chihyun Son and Jeonghyeon Nam of COLONS, Seoul National University of Science and Technology and Hongik University

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2. Blue: Clean Water Acquisition System Blue is a clean water acquisition system designed for users living in disaster zones. The system consists of a 5-gallon water container that houses a mounted cavitation purification pump, hose container strap and transferal mechanism, and an 8-foot-by-8-foot rain collection tarp that transfers collected water to the main container through a hose. n Designed by Riley Kolbow, Aubrey Richardson, Alex Short and Nicholas Schneider of Iowa State University

5 3. Bone Marrow Puncture Needle Utilizing the spiral knob rotation to detect the depth of the bone marrow along with the soft silicone, the Bone Marrow Puncture Needle creates a better and can improve the success of bone marrow punctures. n Designed by Lin Wang, IDSA, and Minghui Zhu of Sanming University 4. DON’T FORGET Most people have lost small items such as hair bands, coins, clips and rings inside a vacuum cleaner. DON’T FORGET prevents such inconveniences with its easy detachment feature. The mesh-like material captures small items, preventing them from getting sucked in. n Designed by Him Chan Jang and Ho Jin Lee of Jeonju University 5. Ellon Ellon discourages the use of disposable utensils in public dining situations. It limits access to the disposable utensils on the left side, highlights the reusable silverware in the middle and draws attention to the utensil washing device, which is suitable for both the provided silverware and selfcarried ones. n Designed by Xiaoyong Wang and Jie Qian of Pratt Institute

6. Fit Lighting Fit Lighting is a versatile lighting solution aimed at providing ideal lighting for different users, contexts and scenarios. Fit Lighting is perfect for any indoor location and is more versatile than other lamps. n Designed by Clay Simonson of the University of Wisconsin-Stout

8. Smart Cabin Cart The Smart Cabin Cart provides flight attendants with convenience through ease of use and information about such things as meals for passengers. This allows airlines to offer higher quality service to travelers. n Designed by Jae Seung Lee, Jae Hun Lee and Chang Ho Jeong of Keimyung University

7. SEESEA: AR Swimming Goggles SEESEA is an AR-enabled swimming goggle that enables children to explore the myriad forms of life that call the sea home, from a touch pool filled with sea cucumbers and starfish to spectacular reefs. It creates an immersive and live experience of swimming and makes swimming cool and fun for children. n Designed by Ma Wenbo and Yang Qihang of Moonback Innovation

9. WikiArt The WikiArt app gives users a brand new experience when searching for artwork. It is building a dictionary of artwork from around the world. The database has a clear visual layout, making navigation easy to learn. n Designed by Yaman Hu of the School of Visual Arts

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3rd Stone Design Inc.

Stone Cold Systems

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Dell

Dell EMC PowerEdge R740 Rack Server

5D Studio

Flirt Collection

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Dell Ultrathin Monitors S2419HM/S2719DM

Abaxis

Abaxis VetScan VUE

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Dojo-Labs

Dojo by Bullguard

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ABB Corporate Research

MIKO

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Dolby

Dolby Brand Design System

Allseating

Lyss

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Dongguang Polytechnic

Image Sofa

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Ammunition

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Eargo

Envoy

Envoy – Electric Cars as an Amenity

AMobile Intelligent Corp., Ltd.

Mobile Inspection Assistant G60

Equashield, LLC

Equashield Pro

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Apex Racing Skates

Apex Mach 1 Speed Skate

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Essential Design

Staples Paper Shredders

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Arcadia

Flirt Collection

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Ethicon

PROXISURE™ Suturing Device

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Argodesign

Play Possible: School Edition

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Facebook

Oculus Touch

ArtCenter College of Design

ENLIGHTEN Smart Desk Lamp

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Ford Motor Co.

The Definitive Autonomous Car Experience

Rubu

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FORM Co., Ltd.

OXO Good Grips POP Container

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fuseproject

August Smart Lock

The Urbanette, A Home Like No Other

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Astro

Dolby Brand Design System

SNOO

Astro Studios

HTC Vive Brand System

SPRING

ASUSTek Computer Inc.

ROG Huracan (G21)

THE FRAME

Awake

Dolby Brand Design System

GE Lighting China

C by GE Sol - Voice Control Desk Lamp

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Google

Google Pixel Buds

Beijing FromD Design Consult.

SMARTWAITER W1

Google Home Max & Google Home Mini

Beijing Institute of Technology

U-pen

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Google Pixel 2, Google Pixel 2 XL and

Beijing Meican Qiaoda Tech.

SMARTWAITER W1

Google Pixel 2 Case

Beijing Onemile Tech. Co., Ltd. Halo City

Google Pixelbook & Pixelbook Pen

GROHE

GROHE Sense & Sense Guard

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Belkin

Belkin DuraTek™ Cable Family

GWOWO Design

Kylin M

Belkin Store and Charge Go

Hanyang University

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Dolby Brand Design System

Bose Design Studio

SoundLink Micro Speaker

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BlueSkyLab AUTOBLUE

SoundWear Companion Speaker

HCD Impression

Shenzhen Icarbonx Lecture Hall

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Bould Design

Light L16

Herman Miller Inc.

Prospect Portfolio

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Brunel University

Glucosio Smart Glucose Meter Phone Case

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Hoseo University

Double Doors

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C&A Marketing

Kodak PRINTOMATIC

HP Spectre 13

Carl Gustav Magnusson Design Lyss

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HTC

VIVE Focus

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HTC Vive Brand System

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Huge Design

Abaxis VetScan VUE

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Continuum

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Intel SSD Ruler

Coway Co., Ltd.

Aquamono

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Humana

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Crown Equipment Corp.

WP 3010 Pallet Truck

Hwaseong City

Jebudo ArtPark

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Dalian Minzu University

Funny Chair

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Baby Care

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Hyundai

Hyundai Kona, 2019 Santa Fe & 2019 NEXO

Defacto Corp.

AUTOBLUE

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iCarbonX

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Wind Pavilion

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Iloom Aco

Native Design

The Definitive Autonomous Car Experience

Inédi

Apex Mach 1 Speed Skate

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HP Spectre 13

Intel

Intel SSD Ruler

NAVER Clova

Clova Friends

Intuit

TurboTax Visual System Redesign

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Nest Cam IQ Outdoor

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Johnson & Johnson

PROXISURE™ Suturing Device

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Nest Hello

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ASP STERRAD

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Nest Secure

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KB Birdsall

Werner ProForm F3 Fall Protection Harness

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KEM STUDIO

Modern Weave

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NewDealDesign

Dojo by Bullguard

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Kirkwood School District

Play Possible: School Edition

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Envoy – Electric Cars as an Amenity

Kohler

Kohler IoT Kit

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Play Impossible’s GameBall

Koleksiyon

Boccaporto by Koleksiyo

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Ng Teng Fong General Hospital MatchLink

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Kolon Global Corp.

KOSMOS

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Ningbo Haowu International Inc. Coffee & Tea for One

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Koray Malhan

Boccaporto by Koleksiyo

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Nishizawa Co., Ltd.

Three Cubes in the Forest

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KOTOAKI ASANO Architect

Three Cubes in the Forest

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NIU Innovation Lab

KUMU

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Nokia

Nokia WPON Solution

Kwang Dong Pharmaceutical

Easy Check Medication Packaging

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LG Electronics Inc.

24” TwinWash Washing Machines

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Oculus

Oculus Touch

Premium TV Packaging

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Oerlikon Metco AG

Surface One

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OXO International, Ltd.

OXO Good Grips POP Container

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Perception Hi Life Kayak

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Lin Shaobin Design

Cloudy Tea

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Philips

Intellivue X3

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Ling Technology Inc.

Luka Baby Reading Robot

Philips Sonicare 9700 DiamondClean Smart

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LINKFLOW

FITT360 Security

Play Impossible

Play Impossible’s GameBall

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Werner ProForm F3 Fall Protection Harness

LITRA LitraTorch

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Luke & Lucy

The Channel Bowl

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Pulpmade

Posse Chair

Luum Textiles

Ideation Collection

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Richard Frinier, IDSA

The Architexture Collection

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MACK Trucks

Mack Anthem

Richard Holbrook (design)

Prospect Portfolio

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Mack/Volvo Trucks NA

Mack Anthem

Runyuanchang

Cloudy Tea

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Mattel

The Urbanette, A Home Like No Other

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Sahar Madanat Design

Handy Plate

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Meow Technology Co. Ltd.

Jummo Slim Clock

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Samsung Design Membership

Leveled Induction Cooktop

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Metrica

Boccaporto by Koleksiyo

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Travel Kit

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MIBA

Transmission-Field Tandem

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Built-In Chef Collection Cooking Package

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Microsoft

Surface Laptop

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Milwaukee Tool

RADIUS™ Temporary Site Light

Dual Cook Flex™

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Minimal

Fulton Rocker for HBF

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Galaxy S8, S8+ & Note

TURF Acoustic Ceiling Tile Systems

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Haechi

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Mobile Island

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Smart Audio VL Series (VL5 and VL3)

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THE FRAME Visual Identity System

Motorola

TALKABOUT T800 Series Two-way Radio

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Wireless Audio VL Series Visual Identity System

Munchkin, Inc.

Car Seat Buckle Magnet Clips

THE FRAME

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Samsung Medison

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Nanyang Technological University MatchLink

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Shanghai MeetVR Tech. Co.

Xiaomo AI Camera

Shanghai Mobvoi Info. Tech. Co. TicKasa Kids

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Simple Limb Initiative

Stance Prosthesis

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Slim Clock

Jummo Slim Clock

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SNOPPA Technology Co., Ltd. Kylin M

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Jebudo ArtPark

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SEAt

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Southern Taiwan Univ.

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Southwest Airlines

Southwest Airlines’ Wayfinding Prototype

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SPRING

Square

Square Register

Staples

Staples Paper Shredders

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Sunbrella

The Architexture Collection

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SUPERBEAN

BEARPOLE

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Suzanne Tick

Ideation Collection

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Syrp

Magic Carpet Pro

TAMO Corp.

AUTOBLUE

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Techtronic Design

RYOBI 40-Volt Jet Fan Blower

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Teknion

Expansion Cityline

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Tennant Co.

Tennant T600 Professional Floor Scrubber

The Home Depot

RYOBI 40-Volt Jet Fan Blower

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THE_SYSTEM LAB

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Tricycle Developments

nuraphone

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TURF Acoustic Ceiling Tile Systems

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Umeå Institute of Design

MIKO

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WIM – Interactive Stroke Therapy

University of Houston

INNSAEI Scuba Diving Mask

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University of Light Industry

Alongside-Mutual Help Lifebuoy

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Volvo Trucks North America

New Volvo VNL

Werner Co.

Werner ProForm F3 Fall Protection Harness

Western Washington University CUBE^3

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WETSTYLE Design Lab

WETSTYLE’s C2 Collection

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Wuyi University

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Buckminster Fuller’s Dymaxion House, one of the world’s first major sustainable housing solutions

Find Your Breakthrough Moment. It’s the ones who see things differently that truly make a difference. In Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation, the stories of our greatest innovators have been brought together by design for you to gain a new perspective. Take a step inside, find inspiration and see what’s next by learning from what was.

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Mirror, Mirror is an interactive vanity concept that encourages users to find balance in health and inner beauty.