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The nixie concrete clock

2009-09-14T23:22:00.006+01:00

I want one of these.

NIXIE CONCRETE v0.01
The vintage Z560M Nixie tubes, used in former East-Germany in the mid 20th century as numeric displays, were the inspiration for the design of Daniel Kurth's (www.kurth.lu) Nixie Concrete clock.

The Luxembourgish designer enclosed the shiny orange Nixie tubes in a reinforced rough concrete body which can optionally be wall mounted. The strength of this design lies in the application of 'retro technology' and its interesting combination of components and materials, where one is easily fooled as to what is old and what is new. All electronic components in this fully functioning prototype are assembled by hand.

Unlike other clocks that make use of Nixie tubes, this one does not read like a traditional display. Kurth experienced that clocks - regardless of their esthetic value - sometimes form a disturbing factor in one's house, since being constantly reminded of the time can be stressful. By rearranging the display, one can enjoy the playful interaction between the 6 different tubes without realising straight away what time it is. A short focus will however allow you to use it as a 'normal' clock. The time in the picture reads 10:23:54.

Ken Block's Gymkhana

2009-06-04T10:16:00.008+01:00

Watch in it HD Quality in full screen

From DCShoesFilm on You Tube

Riding on the success of the first Gymkhana Practice video that grabbed the attention of over 20 million viewers worldwide, the Gymkhana TWO video takes infomercials to the next level. Unlike other infomercials, this one sells the products with great action, cinematography, and a dramatic driving performance—and, no stereotypical cheesy informercial pitchman! Produced specifically to market Blocks first-ever Rally TeamWorks Collection, the new video is filled with great driving stunts, surprises, explosions, and a guest appearance from DC team rider, Rob Dyrdek. Filmed at the Port of Los Angeles, expect non-stop motor sport eye-candy as Block hits the all-new course in a custom tuned, high performance, and brand-new Subaru Impreza WRX STI. Visit dcshoes.com/gymkhanatwo for more photos and info on the high-performance video and Blocks complete Teamworks Collection.

Stealth S-Class

2009-04-24T14:57:00.004+01:00

Have seen this Merc before on lunch at work and thought it looked immensely tough. Saw it again today and took some photos on my phone. Matte Black paint job makes me want to die.

Enjoy..

SkyShine

2009-04-09T00:16:00.004+01:00

Foundation Typography

2008-11-27T14:21:00.008Z

Some images of some typography experiments done a long time ago. Miss doing stuff like this, need to get back into analogue and away from digital dependance.

Click images to see larger versions

Old YCN Stuff

2008-11-23T12:35:00.006Z

Put these up as I just stumbled upon them the other day and had totally forgot I had done them...

Colin

2008-10-06T20:31:00.004+01:00

Got myself a new friend. Not colorful enough to be a pirate but still crazy. Found him on a walk with the dog.

Ryouki x Lacoste Double Negative

2008-09-02T15:10:00.006+01:00

As some of you may know I am getting an increasingly big soft spot for the classic Missouri 85. My new wish is for these .....

But Ryouki have hooked up with Lacoste to come up with these colabs. Can't wait to see these out and about. Also Ryan if your reading, where is the steath pack at, I need that shoe.

Ryouki Website

Say Whoa! Party

2008-08-27T16:17:00.002+01:00

This is a new night some of the guys in Southampton have been organizing. Have played my part in doing some visuals for the event. Anyone in that area should come down no doubt will be a great evening and will have some lovely music and "VIDECOLOR" projections. Click on the image for their blog.

This is what they say....

"This coming Friday (29/08/08), Mono Bar in Southampton will be the venue that hosts the Say Whoa Party Programme blogspot launch party. We've put in a lot of work to make this event the DEFINITION of a party & the only thing it'll cost you is a hangover the next day! We'll be handing out a hell of a lot of goodies, whilst reserving a few surprises for the night itself and providing 3 DJ sets of straight bangers from the get go... none of this 'warm - up' malarky. The music will kick off with the afore mentioned bangers at 8:30pm sharp and I know what you're thinking... Going out that early is so mid to late 2006 but we want you to dance for as long as possible and meet some safe, like minded new people yer.
Dress code is 'the brighter the better' as we all in our heart of hearts, love a splash of colour! In fact if you want to come in fancy dress... Why the hell not?! It's a party!"

Sky Series

2008-08-22T17:59:00.001+01:00

Images of certain object which made nice silhouette against a nice blue summer sky. This is the first lot of the collection. Will add some more as I do them or as I find all the old ones

New Blog Site

2008-08-22T13:09:00.001+01:00

This is the new blog page of Episodedesign who is also know as Daniel Letchford.

It is now the main blog for my website and is fully intergrated design wise and is also my first venture into blogging.

Please see the links at the top of the page to see the rest of my site and for an idea of what I do.

Watch this space for more design relateded goodness and some of my random projects and interests.