CLEAR is the NEW GREEN
Clear Magazine (based in Royal Oak, MI) has announced the publication of its first tree-less, 100 percent recyclable magazine. Printed on YUPO® synthetic papers, Clear’s latest issue, themed “fame underground,” premiered at December’s Design Miami/Basel festival, where Clear was also a media partner. This environmentally friendly publication is the brainchild of Clear founder and creative director Emin Kadi. [watch video of Emin showcasing “fame underground”]
“Our goal is to provide readers with stunning presentations of the world’s most interesting and creative artists and events. Our new partnership with Yupo allows us to do so in an environmentally responsible, respectful way. Design Miami/Basel is the perfect occasion to share our green accomplishment,” says publisher Emin Kadi.
Clear’s unique, limited edition “green” solution closes the gap on source reduction and recycling. YUPO® is completely waterproof, stain resistant and very durable. YUPO® papers’ light weight allows significant fuel reduction in shipping and a lower overall carbon footprint. Should one wish to dispose of the issue, it may be placed in a recycling bin with any other plastic items, and it will be fully recycled.
It’s great to see such an amazing innovation in the magazine/publishing industry coming from right here in Royal Oak. Congratulations to the Clear Team! Also be sure to check out the newly relaunched ClearMag.com for the latest issue(s), blog, videos, etc.
Project 10 to the 100
Google is setting out to change the world again,.. this time with your ideas >
If you have an idea that you believe would help somebody, we want to hear about it. We’re looking for ideas that help as many people as possible, in any way, and we’re committing the funding ($10million) to launch these projects.
The deadline for idea entries is October 20th, 2008. The rules of the contest are few. However, Google asks that you put your idea into one of the eight categories and consider the evaluation criteria set forth. Watch the video below + get all the details and info over @ Project 10 to the 100
Good luck!
The Power of Green Housing
At the last months (likemind) Detroit,.. I invited Leslie C Horn, CEO and co-founder of The Power of Green HousingTM out to tell to us about her 17 unit Container/Condo project being built in Detroit this fall, as well as what we can expect to see in the future.
First off who are you and what do you do?
Leslie Horn, CEO & President and Patric Horn, COO & Project Manager of The Power of Green HousingSM … we are a brother and sister team. Leslie lives in Detroit full time and brother Patric resides in San Diego commuting to Detroit approximately 2 weeks a month. We have rehabbed over 20 houses in the city of Detroit over last 2 year. The Power of Green HousingSM is dedicated to building affordable houses with a savings of 60% energy costs to the end user. We are currently developing Exceptional Green Living on Rosa Parks, a 17 unit condo complex consisting of 1, 2 & 3 bedroom units near Wayne State University and able to build for less than $100/sq foot. After this “prototype” we will take our building into a warehouse and manufacture this type of building lowering our costs by an additional 20-25%.
In addition to the two of us, we continue to build our team of architects, builders, media and marketing professionals, attorneys and associates to promote and propel this company in becoming the leader in green, sustainable and energy efficient housing.
Continue to —- >
Nike/Courage
One of the best commercials I’ve seen during this year’s Olympics.
All together an estimated $6 billion dollars will be spent on advertising during the Olympics (*all companies)
KOR ONE Hydration Vessel
I Love this! KOR ONE >
What started as one man’s attempt to find a decent reusable water bottle has blossomed into one of the sexiest industrial designs of the year. Taking a few visual cues from bottled water packaging Kor ups the ante with a handful of intelligent design choices. Foremost, the vessel (which starts shipping next month and retails for $30) features a hinged snap-cap that allows one to open and drink with a single hand. Unlike typical Sigg bottles (our former vessel of choice), the Kor One has a wide mouth that can accommodate ice cubes and deliver more water on demand. Lastly, consider the bottle’s ovular shape. When viewed from the front, it reminds of an old thermos; only from the side or the top can you see that the vessel has been pinched to provide an easier hand grip. Brilliant.
Via Coolhunting.
The Art of Nagging > Brooklyn Brothers
Guy Barnett and Stephen Rutterford of Brooklyn Brothers sat down with Behance to talk about their creative enterprise and the different approach they take toward making stuff happen. One of my favorites is their approach on nagging >
Their secret to actually pushing projects forward can be summed up with one word: “nagging.” Guy explains, “we repeat stuff like robots a thousand times…a best practice for us is to use nagging tempered by humor, we sit around a table and feel responsible to each other.” He goes as far to admit, “if you’re annoying, people will do things because they’ll want you to shut up!” How true!
Visit Brooklyn Brothers to check out all the projects they have been involved in. And if you have a sweet tooth,.. grab a piece of their Fat Pig Chocolate.
In the meantime I’m going to nagg and annoy some people i’m trying to get a hold of.
TOMS @ Tribeca Film Festival
TOMS shoes made it’s way into the Tribeca Film Festival a couple of weeks ago with their documentary entitled For Tomorrow. Blake Mycoskie (founder) brought along a camera (& director Ken Kokin) for their first Shoe Drop in Argentina.
“…It was such an amazing week that we felt inspired to create a film and share it. The film came out better than we could have ever imagined, and we were thrilled and humbled to be accepted at one of the top film festivals in the world.
The best part of this is that so many new people will learn about TOMS and our One for One giving philosophy. This is going to put shoes on a lot of kids feet!
In keeping with the One for One model, TOMS will donate a pair of shoes to a child in need for every copy of the film sold. You can pre-order your copy HERE.
Also go check out Blake’s blog.
Bentley Jet Concept
The Bentley Jet Concept is a collaboration between Bentley Motors and designer Sami Hayek. The creation is the result of a six-month long effort.
Check out a pic of the interior after the jump.
Via > KanYe
-”First class with the seat back I still see ya”
ECHOage = Best B-day Present
Another brilliant idea spotted over @ SpringWise >
ECHOage is a company started by two mothers who wanted to put an end to wasteful birthday parties (mediocre gifts, wrapping paper, etc.) Traditionally everyone comes over and brings your child a cheap toy that he/she will most likely play with for a day and then toss. ECHOage puts a brilliant stop to the *wasteful* b-day party. See how it works after the jump >
The Purple List
PSFK (one of my favorite sites for inspiration + ideas) just launched the Purple List >
The Purple List - a network of 100+ of our trusted contacts. The Purple List is a community of trends and innovation professionals who can help you with projects big and small, full time or ad-hoc. There’s no longer a need to find inspiration from the other side of the world by hiring a big local agency - simply contact a member of The Purple List.
I was lucky enough to be invited by Piers Fawkes to join the Purple List. It’s an honor to be a part of such an amazing group of really talented individuals from all over the globe. I’m still not 100% sure what to expect from the Purple List. I just know that with the 100+ individuals that have been invited,.. something BRILLIANT is bound to happen. I’ll keep you up to date on the progress.
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