Design Speech

Design Speech

Design Speech featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

Makina Andras I

Makina Watches wanted to design a black sheep in the rectangular watch category that's already full of art deco inspired dress watches. That's why Andras I was born as a sports watch with a bolder and more modern approach. Coated in stealth black, its stainless steel case is composed of slopes and angular shapes that make up its multifaceted design. Its octagonal case is designed to taper around a larger movement for less volume and increased wearability. Its dial is multi-layered and 3 dimensional and its strap is muscular and shapely to look more imposing from every angle.

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UN Blue

The Un Blue breaks the tradition, expresses the theme of peace with the stability of the triangle, and creates a triangular case. Environment friendly material selection. The design recycles the high-quality plastic composite waste in the transformation of military equipment and uses it in the production of shockproof bezels, tapes, or other parts of Un Blue. The designer boldly collides camouflage with the bright blues, catering to the current trend of gorp core and city boy.

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Viage11

Unlike a fashion brand that pumps out mass-produced frames and sunnies, Viagea is an eyewear brand producing a product that can create 11 styles from 1 pair of glasses. No screws, no rivets, and no soldering used. Their adjustable, multipurpose design allows people to restyle their look on the go while remaining more durable than traditional frames due to the screw-free technology. Viage11 serves to accentuate individual identity and embellish 1 pair with 11 styles.

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Adley Fixi T1

Inspired by a fixed-gear cycle, Adley Fixi T1 watch is functional, robust and comfortable to wear throughout the day. The signature design of the watch is the unique case profile, central chainring design, crown position and styling of watch hands, lending a sporting touch reminiscent of the feeling of pedalling. The main challenge was translating the cycle element onto a mechanical watch, numerous 3D modelling and prototype to ensure a refined end product. A new assembly technical was applied to ensure the seamless fit to the watch housing.

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Aurora of Arthur

Inspired by the strength and courage depicted in the Arthurian legend, the Aurora of Arthur is a symphony of finely crafted original designs, incorporating the iconic red hue from natural mother-of-pearl with a mystical fume effect. It also features polished 3D multifaceted hour markers, sword-shaped hands, and an open-heart movement constantly visible to the wearer. The casing recalls Arthur's dragon scale armour, paired with a crown-shaped watch crown, resembling a sword hilt from the side. The legendary dual-dragon engraved rotor seen at the back adds to its narrative allure.

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Popticals

Popticals sunglasses feature a patented collapsible design for enhanced portability, crafted in Italy. These sunglasses are equipped with NYDEF® lenses from Carl Zeiss Vision, known for their advancements in optical technology. The lenses are made from a nylon material, aiming to improve visual performance while maintaining a stylish design. The sunglasses are lightweight and offered in a variety of styles, making them a practical choice for individuals with active lifestyles who value both functionality and design.

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Design interview of the day

Read the latest interviews and conversations on design, creativity and innovation between design journalist and world-famous designers, artists and architects. See latest design projects and award-winning designs by famous designers, artists, architects and innovators. Discover new insights on creativity, innovation, arts, design and architecture. Learn about design processes of great designers.

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