The challenge asks designers to choose a second-hand object and create something “unique, desirable and functional.”
Stop the madness! London designers Conran and Partners entered the Deptford Design Market Challenge and came up with an iPod dock in a guitar. Whee.
How about one that makes sno-cones? An iPod dock in a Roomba perhaps?
No… instead these guys hollowed out a piece of wood. Good for them. It seems slightly goofy to me, and way too big for my nightstand.
If you’re interested, you can fly out to London and take a look; Engadget says it’s currently on display at the Royal Festival Hall.

Home theater, automated lights and a high-tech fish tank.
Home theater, automated lights and a high-tech fish tank.
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