The year 2016 served many outstanding design ideas in various fields. The Red Dot agency has selected 42 of the best, we present our selection of the most interesting.
Every year, designers from all fields come up with thousands of great ideas. A recognized agency Red Dot studied as many as 5,000 concepts and selected a handful of the best. Check them out.
Orion Dental Camera – a camera connected to the phone where we can monitor the health of our teeth. Design: Jens Rehammar, Sweden.
Optic – a smart helmet for cyclists, with a built-in camera and screen for displaying information. Design: DCA Design, Great Britain.
Climber – a mobile device that makes the work of electricians easier. Design: Dalian Minzu University, China.
Leather DIY Kit - a set of tools and plans from scrap leather in the fashion industry. Design: Azero Leather, South Korea.
EDAG Light Cocoon – a light car with a bionic frame and 3D printed parts. Design: EDAG Engineering GmbH, Germany.
Espire - a modern, more convenient and useful oxygen mask than we are used to. Design: Carlos Schreib, Germany.
F 015 prestige in motion – the concept of the future in design at Mercedes-Benz. Design: Mercedes-Benz, Germany.
Fresh Date – protective film for food that prints the date when wrapped.
Gomo - an application that explains various diseases to children in an appropriate way. Design: Savannah University of Art and Design, USA.
Google's self-driving car has won the award for the best design of the year. Design: Google Inc., USA.
Lighting Reactive – a light with changing colors and light effects created by changing the thickness of the plastic. Design: LOTTE Advanced Materials Co., South Korea.
The 2 in 1 funnel is a funnel and container at the same time. Design: Choi Jueun, Kim Bitnuri, Lee Soojin, Hong Hyekyung, South Korea.
First Response Monitor – a convenient meter of vital signs in first aid. Design: Cambridge Design Partnership, UK.
Wave – an innovative miniature air conditioner and air purifier. The air purifier can be taken with you. Design: Gd Midea Air-Conditioner Equipment Co., China.
A modern ultrasound device. Design: Shenzhen Perth Industrial Design Co. China.
"Insight into design" - a manual that teaches design to the blind and visually impaired. Design: Nga Pae Mahutonga - School of Design, Massey University, New Zealand.
Omni-Fuse – an innovative shoe with a sole suitable for all terrains. Design: VIBRAM, United States & Hankook Tire Co., South Korea.
Relaxed Wash – a washing machine adapted for wheelchair users. Design: Kim Sungsu, South Korea.
A rotating washing machine that adapts to the height of the user. Design: Kim Sungsu, South Korea.
An innovative lunch box, 20 percent of which breaks - this part of the food is supposed to go to people in need. Design: Yang Hui, Zhao Peiqiang, Li Shuyun, Gu Chengcheng, China.
Soul kitchen – a modern kitchen with fully adjustable furniture. Design: SVOYA studio, Ukraine.
Charac-IoT - speakers that play music individually or together over a wireless connection. Design: KT, South Korea.
Circle Life - a convenient bracelet for diabetics with insulin injections. Design: Taipei State University, University of Technology.
"Nothing to Eat" - a cookbook designed to reduce the amount of wasted food. Design: Nga Pae Mahutonga, School of Design, Massey University, New Zealand.