YouTube - Nooka Augmented Reality Accessorizer
Nooka has introduced a new way to try on watches by finally putting augmented reaility to practical use. Never bought one of these watches because I always worried how weird it would on my wrist. With this new concept anyone can try on their watches without ever leaving the house. Check out the video above to see how it works.
Took an afternoon trip to Aoyama yesterday where I visited 100% Design; an exhibition that showcases new products primarily for contemporary interiors. This year’s theme was focused on the environment and many great products were spread out among the 280 exhibitors, half of which from countries outside of Japan. My favorite part of the show was the student exhibitions in the freezing garden and the large variety of independent small designers promoting themselves. The exhibition wasn’t picture friendly but inside the gallery you get beautiful shots of Jingu Gaine at night and a couple shots from the event.
Tokyo design week is officially in full swing and after making a brief stop at school for a meeting I headed to Roppongi where top product designers gather for a once a year event called DESIGNTIDE. Found a lot of inspiration, talked to a few designer and two products made me really happy. First was thread made from recycled carpet fiber and the other a solar powered light. Check out the gallery above for the show and other design related happenings nearby.
Using 8,844 solar panels and running completely off of solar energy, this dragon shaped stadium will welcome the 2009 World Games. Read more here
40% recycled scrap rubber and 80% recycled packaging. Can’t think of a better outdoor basketball for only $12.