Design publication Core77 has released its weekly roundup covering November 3-7, featuring a diverse collection of innovative industrial designs, inventions, and technological breakthroughs that span multiple industries and applications. The comprehensive overview, curated by Rain Noe, highlights everything from transportation evolution to wearable technology and architectural transformations.
The automotive and transportation sector featured prominently in this week's selections, with a detailed look at the evolution of Japan's iconic HiAce work truck, demonstrating how utilitarian vehicle design has adapted over decades of use. The transportation theme continued with Hungarian industrial design firm Flying Objects' creation of an F1 cockpit gaming chair, which brings Formula One racing aesthetics into the gaming world. Additionally, robotics innovators James Bruton and Johannes Matsson independently developed robots that utilize ball-based locomotion systems, representing a novel approach to robotic mobility.
Wearable technology and personal equipment showcased significant innovation this week. Hypershell unveiled an elegant leg exoskeleton designed to assist users during running, cycling, hiking, and other physical activities, representing the growing intersection of fashion and functional technology. Casio introduced the G-Shock Nano, a miniaturized version of their famous rugged timepiece that fits on a finger. The tool industry saw breakthroughs with Nick Sharpes' drill bits, described as "gamechanging," the MagMaster universal tool holder featuring smart design principles, and Holstery's lightweight on-body tool storage system.
Creative workspace solutions and manufacturing innovations also captured attention. Dom Johnson developed a mobile, wireless sewing machine workstation that reimagines portable crafting capabilities. Fyous presented their revolutionary "Polymorphic Molding" technology, featuring a pin-based mold system that can be reset into virtually any shape, potentially transforming manufacturing flexibility. The Penguin x MOEBE Book Stand offered a flexible-use solution for reading and display needs, while innovative coat hooks challenged conventional mounting expectations.
Recreational and hospitality innovations rounded out the week's highlights. Australia contributed an extraordinary invention called the Snowtunnel, described as a skier's equivalent to a wave pool, promising to revolutionize winter sports training and entertainment. In Japan, a shuttered prison facility is undergoing transformation into a luxury hotel, representing an unusual but increasingly popular trend in adaptive architecture and hospitality development.
The roundup concluded with a celebration of classic design heritage, as Fredericia Furniture announced the release of a 75th anniversary edition of Børge Mogensen's iconic Hunting Chair, demonstrating how timeless industrial design continues to resonate with contemporary audiences. The Core77 newsletter, which reaches over 240,000 design professionals worldwide, continues to serve as a vital resource for staying current with industrial design trends and innovations across multiple sectors.
