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Sent from the Studio (29.06.12)
29/Jun/2012
We’re really feeling Friday this morning. Hurrah! So slow down, give yourself a break and take a look at the weird and wonderful links that we’ve been sharing in the studio this week. Read more
More good stuff
What fracking energy crisis?
The energy potential of hydrocarbons and how our reliance on maintaining existing infrastructures is stopping progression in newer, renewable resources.
Is a patent a must-have for protecting your product idea?
Sergio, Principal - Medical Engineering, discusses the valuable insights into what inventors and designers need to know about the world of patents.
Wearable Technology
What the future holds and how consumers will accept the 'new normal' for wearable technology. Oliver Stokes, Principal - Design and Innovation, writes for Techopedia on the future of wearable technology.
Material Trend: Wicker
27/Jun/2012
For most, it is cited as the reason behind some of the most uncomfortable furniture ever invented, literally adding insult to injury by leaving criss-cross patterns on the back of your legs. But could wicker seriously be facing a revival? Read more
Observations in Personal Care part 2: Focus on Heritage
25/Jun/2012
Changes in the emerging markets, shifts in global consumerism and our insatiable desire to look and feel our best makes the personal care sector a very interesting place to be. We have identified some key trends and themes that are impacting the way we’re going to buy and apply personal care products in the future. Read more
Sent from the Studio (22.06.12)
22/Jun/2012
Well, it has to happen now and again – the ol’ Apple vs PC debate… oddly though, this week it has taken the form of t-shirts and duvet covers. So what side do you take? Read more
The ever elusive quest for patient adherence
20/Jun/2012
A couple of weeks ago, Human Sciences consultant Alex Crook attended the two-day Patient Summit 2012 at the Regent’s Park Marriott, London. In this post she explores how the patient landscape is changing and some of the revolutionary technology solutions are tackling patient adherence, but asks whether technology is always the best solution? Read more
Food’s place in cosmetics and personal care formulations and packaging
19/Jun/2012
Rowenta recently launched their homemade beauty care appliance, Naturalis. This created a buzz in the PDD studio and got us to thinking about how the trend for food within the personal care market is evolving. Read more
Sent from the Studio (15.06.12)
15/Jun/2012
Did you know that on this day in 1752 Benjamin Franklin experimented by flying a kite during a thunderstorm. The result was a little spark that showed the relationship between lightning and electricity. Read more
Observations in Personal Care part 1: Adding Performance
14/Jun/2012
Changes in the emerging markets, shifts in global consumerism and our insatiable desire to look and feel our best makes the personal care sector a very interesting place to be. We have identified some key trends and themes that are impacting the way we’re going to buy and apply personal care products in the future. Read more
One man’s trash is another man’s city
11/Jun/2012
Upcycling has a reputation problem, our ID intern David explores the world of reuse and finds out how urban materials are more valuable than you think. Read more
Sent from the Studio (08.06.12)
8/Jun/2012
There is a general theme of design, innovation and technology in this week’s links… it’s a good thing too, considering we are a design and innovation consultancy! Take a look at the latest things on our radar… Read more
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