07.15.2009
Rebecca Pezdek /
Human Factors
As the years go by I’m noticing more often that certain memories are being purged for lack of brain storage space. How is it possible that I can remember minute details about elementary school and 5th grade Spanish class, but I can’t remember details about a trip I took last summer? I start reminiscing with a friend about how funny it was the time we were at the beach and we saw that crazy guy… you remember right? And she laughs and says “That wasn’t me.” Is it possible that my once photographic memory has overloaded in its late 20s?
Read more »
06.26.2009
Rebecca Pezdek /
Consumer Products /
Design Inspiration /
Industrial Design
It’s been quite some time now that I’ve been following the development of outdoor solar lights. I have always been drawn to them because of the amazing fact that they are not only off the grid but also extremely low maintenance. I’ve been waiting eagerly for a company to take advantage of this technology and integrate it into a beautiful packaging. Then along comes the Soji Modern lanterns which have made a clear statement that solar doesn’t mean techy and it doesn’t mean cheap. Solar lighting can be just as soft and delicate as tealights and even more daring because there are no open flame restrictions to deal with. And this is just the tip of the iceberg of possibilities for solar products that are beautiful and inspiring. Let us know if you find more!
