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Joy Barware Series

Joy

Joy is a series of drinking glasses designed for a wide range of beverages. The series includes stemmed and stemless forms, from a shot glass of 74 mm in height to a champagne glass of 222 mm in height. Joy is made of soda glass with the automatic press method, and the single-piece press mold keeps production efficient. The form is inspired by the dried paradise palm fruit and combines natural and geometric lines. Linear engravings create a texture that is comfortable to hold. The open mouth shape also suits hot beverages.

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160X 5 Pro Track Shoes

160X 5 Pro

160X 5 Pro is a racing shoe designed for marathon runners. The shoe combines comfort, light weight, breathability and durability. The midsole frame is produced with 3D printing, and the midsole foam is made with supercritical foaming technology for strong cohesion and a resilience rate of 85 percent. A full length carbon fibre plate stabilizes the forefoot and the midfoot and helps release kinetic energy. The upper is made of a lightweight and tough mesh material. The design aims to help runners save physical strength during long distance races.

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Surge EV Mobility Solution

Surge EV

Surge S32 seamlessly transforms between a two wheeler and a three wheeler in 3 minutes. It's the world's pioneer Class changing vehicle, adaptable to any surface, be it mud, pebbles, sand, and more. Plus, it automatically customizes the user interface and controls based on the vehicle type with 3 buttons, empowering individual users to effortlessly switch between vehicles. Drawing inspiration from horses, Surge tackles core mobility challenges by offering multipurpose and modular vehicles.

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Formation 01 Bathroom Faucet

Formation 01

Formation 01 is a limited edition bathroom faucet. The design combines a sculptural form with advanced engineering and is made from Neolast, a composite material that allows unexpected texture and rich, saturated color. Striking angles and a bold Haptic Orange finish depart from traditional expectations for a faucet. A 3D printed internal waterway creates a sheet flow of water. An embossed cast iron escutcheon plate refers to a long history of material innovation. The faucet measures 300 mm in width, 207 mm in depth and 135 mm in height.

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B. League All-Star Game 2023 Op Art

B. League All-Star Game 2023

B. League All-Star Game 2023 is a key visual created for a basketball event held in Mito, Ibaraki, Japan. The design uses op art, an abstract style calculated to create a special visual effect. The layout is based on the grid board and round pieces of Othello, a board game that originated in Mito. Each square shows an image related to basketball or a building or landmark that symbolizes Mito. Rotating shapes and colors form animations that are full of movement. The visual was made to draw the audience into an immersive experience.

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Muji Eco-pavilion in Emptiness Exhibition Space

Muji Eco-pavilion in Emptiness

In 2023, during the China International Import Expo, Atelier Forth Force specially designed a pavilion consisting of 7,524 interlocking wooden components. That was the exclusive pavilion for Muji, dedicated to the brand spirit: Nature, Naturally and Muji. Throughout the 6 day exhibition, as the pavilion wall transitioned from existence to non existence, 1,254 visitors to the Muji pavilion took away the screen system. Following the dismantling of the wall, the wooden components would be reassembled into a set of storage systems suitable for home use.

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