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Strong Improvements for Design and Technology at Schools in England !

The Design Council and the founder of the #IncludeDesign campaign praise revisions to the national curriculum in order to modernise the way Design and Technology is taught in schools from September 2014.

Children will have access to 3D printers, laser cutters, robots and microprocessors in D&T classes. They will coding and solve practical computer problems at the age of 11, too. These changes will provide children with the skills needed to pursue a career in design, engineering and manufacturing, by giving them the practical experience needed.

Well, let's just say that this is a really good news for design industry !

To have a look at the full report: here

Source: http://www.digitalartsonline.co.uk/news/creative-business/design-industry-backs-new-design-technology-national-curriculum/

Dita Von Teese on a 3D Printed Dress

The gown was designed by Michael Schmidt and Francis Bitonti and revealed at the the Ace Hotel in New York. Assembled from 17 pieces, dyed black, lacquered and adorned with over 13,000 Swarovski crystals the gown took in total three month to be created.

The dress reflects perfectly the personnality of Von Teese. Indeed, it was made to be an extension of her persona rendered through these futuristic means and voluminous sleeves.

LVMH Acquires Cashmere Clothier Loro Piana for \\\$2.6 Billion

A fringed scarf, \\\$4,195. A knitted jacket, \\\$28,995. A “St. Petersburg” coat, \\\$46,500.

These are the prices that customers of Loro Piana are willing to pay for the Italian fabric company’s fine wares. On Monday, a buyer agreed to pay billions for the company itself.

LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the French luxury goods giant, agreed on Monday to pay 2 billion euros, or about \\\$2.6 billion, for an 80 percent stake in Loro Piana, adding a famous name to its portfolio of brands. The deal values the company, which is based in Quarona, Italy, at 2.7 billion euros.

For full article: http://dealbook.nytimes.com/2013/07/08/lvmh-to-buy-control-of-loro-piana-for-2-6-billion/

Project " Draw the 2020's Car" by Peugeot

PEUGEOT and Okapi have invited a hundred of teenagers to imagine the car in 2020. The best projects were highlighted by the pen of a Peugeot designer Olivier Gamiette. Go to the Facebook Page to watch the work of the six lucky winners:

It's finally summer! Where are you going with your car on vacation?

Got lost with 3D printing ?

3D printing is often presented as a potential revolution, but it’s a quite complex concept to grasp. Two French from Toulouse, passionate by Internet and Technology set up a website that helps you to understand how 3D printing works and compare 3D printing products. Thanks to Aniwaa 3D printing will not have secret for you anymore !

Launching People: the Contest launched by Samsung France !

Sponsored by Bruno Aveillan, Launching People helps you to realize your project...and your dreams !

We all have passions and dreams. When ideas meet our technology, anything is possible.Until August 18, 2013, participate in Launching People sharing your project. Samsung will help you achieve with the support of mentors, experts in four areas: Art & Design, Photo & Videos, Food and Cooking, Entrepreneurship.

You don't have any project? Launching People is also a source of inspiration for everyone. While browsing the categories, support projects and share the dreams and desires of those who have caught your attention.

Follow this link and make your dreams come true!

The Largest Building in the World Opens in China

Chengdu's New Century Global Centre is latest symbol of China's economic is having a big and impressive ambition! New Century Global Centre, located in Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province in southwestern China, is almost completed.

At 500 meters long, 400 meters wide and 100 meters high, Chinese officials are calling the 1.7 million square meter mega structure the largest freestanding building in the world, capable of housing 20 Sydney Opera houses and almost three times the size of the Pentagon in Washington. Wouaaaaah this is huge !

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Objective 2015: to Keep Copenhagen Green

This is the mission: Copenhagen wants to become the cleanest city in Europe before 2015 !

The brand Vipp created the mega-bin by increasing eight-fold the size of the classic pedal bin. The aim is to remind residents that they should keep their city clean and green.

The Vipp bin giant respects the form and original materials to scale 8:1. It has a volume of 3800 liters and weighs 800 kg, distributed in a stainless steel lid from 100 kg to 400 kg body welded steel foot 200kg folded steel, 80 kg of milled rubber, a giant hinge machined aluminum pedal and an oversized logo.

Source: http://design-milk.com/a-giant-vipp-bin-to-keep-copenhagen-green/

9 Best Gadgets For Digital Artists

The Huffigton Post made a nice article making a list of nine cool gadgets for designers. Are you looking for an innovative tool to give you inspiration? Here is the link to the article and see all of them ! And tell us which one would you pick !!?

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Christie's will host a Kate Moss' Sale

The Kate Moss collection curated by the expert in his field Gert Elfering, is due to be sold on the evening of 25 September 2013, at the auction house's King Street address in London. The auction sale will feature a mixture of photographs, paintings, sculptures, collages and even a tapestry. The living icon is once again celebrated. This time, she is seen as a unique symbol to explore how art, commerce and the media inter-connect nowadays.

Source: http://fr.phaidon.com/agenda/art/articles/2013/july/04/kate-moss-is-officially-collectible/

A Modern Cowboy of the Creative Revolution

"I have always been a creator. My aim has always been to find beauty and share it with others." And our aim it to share great things with you folks. Eco-friendly, sustainable, naturally inspired, here is the link to the current project of Mr Lentz. Don't have any idea to surprise your wife anymore ? She might like this original wood and grass ring !!

Have you already been inspired by leather goods and wooden devices as well? Don't hesitate to create post and share your own work as well..We'll LOVE that !!