Braun TG 60

Braun TG 60

Not much to say about the TG 60, it speaks for itself. I wish more brands would go back to a more minimal, beautiful design aesthetic like this. Apple and Nest are starting that movement, but most companies still have a long way to go. I recently had an ADT security system installed in my home, and the components are hard to look at, especially the huge keypad next to my door. It’s a shame that most companies don’t value good design.

More Braun goodness at Das Programm.

Trioh! Flashlight

Trioh Flashlight

The Trioh! is a flashlight designed by Greg Hinzmann that rethinks the way flashlights look and function. Making a Trioh! more aesthetically pleasing means that it will be displayed, and in turn, more accessable. It also functions as a soft light source when docked in the charger.

I personally love when boring products are re-designed to look beautiful and be more functional.

The Trioh! is available for pre-order on Kickstarter.

Dieter Rams’ 1976 Speech

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In December of 1976, Dieter Rams gave a speech titled “Design by VitsÅ“” in New York City about his work with Vitsoe. He also outlined much of his design thinking, which later evolved into his 10 Principles for Good Design.

Vitsoe has released the full transcript of the speech to celebrate Rams’ 80th birthday on May 20th. It’s a must read.