DesignAmid Magazine

DesignAmid Magazine

DesignAmid Magazine featuring great design, architecture, fashion, graphics and innovation from across the globe.

 

160X 6 Pro

The 160X 6.0 Pro is a running shoe developed for marathon races. The shoe weighs 171 grams, which reduces the load carried by runners over long distances. A lightweight carbon plate combines polyimide fibers with eight layers of carbon fiber. A split toe design and a raised arch contour add forefoot flexibility and propulsion, while an inwardly curved sidewall improves stability upon landing. The midsole is made with Xtep Ace technology and foam injection molding, and the outsole uses CPU material. The jacquard upper is breathable and wraps the foot.

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T6 Intelligent

T6 Intelligent is an ergonomic office chair developed for long periods of sitting. The chair includes a health management system with sensors that monitor 11 body metrics, such as weight, heart rate and body fat rate. Inactivity alerts and posture assessment help users improve sitting habits. A massage function and an immersive acoustic system support relaxation of body and mind. Adjustable armrests, a reclining backrest and a detachable lumbar support provide stable support. All functions are controlled through an armrest touch screen, an application or voice commands.

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Xijiu Matured Liquor

Xijiu Matured Liquor is a packaging design for a Chinese liquor series. The bottle keeps the classic drum silhouette of the brand and refers to the circular form of a piece held in the Palace Museum, a shape linked with completeness and harmony in traditional Chinese culture. Age statements of 15 and 30 years are laser engraved as flowing ribbons. The cap uses a four sided auspicious shape and opens and closes smoothly. Inside, an original woodcut style illustration shows the landscape along the Chishui River and the brewing ingredients. The outer box is easy to carry and store.

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Seongdong Smart Shelter

Seongdong Smart Shelter is a bus shelter designed to make waiting at roadside stops safer and more comfortable. Curved laminated glass sides give an unobstructed view of approaching buses, so passengers need not step onto the road. Safety features include cameras, a panic button and an abnormal sound detector. Air conditioning, air sterilization and automatic screen doors improve comfort. A hearing loop, a wheelchair zone and audio and visual bus arrival information assist passengers who need mobility support. All facilities are controlled remotely.

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Mystical Serpent

Mystical Serpent is a light art installation created on the facade of a century-old building in Shanghai, China. The work blends serpent legends from ancient China and ancient Rome. The main body is an inflatable form made of lightweight recyclable material, winding through the building windows and across the ground. Printed fabric on the walls and stickers on the glass form a mural with a pseudo three-dimensional effect. Eastern and Western motifs are combined in a unified color scheme. The installation links horizontal and vertical spaces and gives the old facade a new appearance.

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Babyfirst Ez 1

Babyfirst Ez 1 is a child safety car seat designed for children from newborn to seven years of age. The seat offers electric 360 degree rotation and tilt adjustment, which can be controlled remotely through an application or the car system. A swipe on the side impact block starts the rotation, and dynamic lighting follows the direction of movement. An LED screen with a circular button gives clear tactile feedback in a dim cabin. The seat is made from PP and EPP, with cooling and mesh fabric covers for breathability, and meets the ECE R129 standard.

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