Tesla Unveils the Model SMarch 27, 2009
Anyone who has been a reader for kontaktmag for a while knows that we are big fans of the Tesla Motors company and the Tesla Roadster. We have been waiting patiently for a look at the new sedan which... Read More
LFTP: Radical InnovationMarch 13, 2009
What is the importance of design in a down economy? This will serve as an introduction in a series because the terms and definitions are so broad, there is no chance it can be covered in one post. I’ve... Read More
Giant Eco-Egg Skyscraper: A Conceptual Luxury HotelMarch 13, 2009
Source: Inhabitat by Haily Zaki From the unseen, unsung files of design competitions past comes the Envision Green Hotel proposed by Miami-based Michael Rosenthal Associates for Hospitality Design’s Radical... Read More
ZigZag Coffee TableFebruary 24, 2009
The ZigZag coffee table designed by Tsai Design Studio is a modern interpretation of traditional Chinese furniture patterns. The traditional patterns are mostly found as details on window screens and... Read More
Chevy Volt-Return of the EV IINovember 12, 2008
In a truly sustainable world, the automobile would be an infrequently used mode of transportation. Neighborhoods would contain the stores, shops and restaurants within walking or bike riding distance while... Read More
San Francisco: A World Of ExperienceNovember 10, 2008
San Francisco is one of those cities that is whatever visitors want it to be. Once referred to as the Paris of the West, a better description might be the world of the west. Visitors can circle the... Read More
Volvo ReChargeNovember 9, 2008
Last year Volvo announced an aggressive long-term plan to drastically reduce emissions throughout their entire line of cars. Initially, Volvo released Flexifuel lower emissions vehicles, cars that can... Read More
Tesla RoadsterNovember 7, 2008
The Tesla Roadster may not be the first eco-exotic sports car, but it is definitely making the most noise. Headed by new CEO Ze’ev Drori and backed by PayPal creator Elon Musk, the Roadster is in... Read More
Tempe Transportation CenterNovember 6, 2008
The Tempe Transportation Center is many things. It is the first bike center in Arizona, the first green light rail station and, most importantly, it is the first of many mass-transit hubs built with mixed-use... Read More
Th!nkNovember 6, 2008
Sweden car company, Think, has been making electric cars for 17 years. In April, Think announced a North American division, which will demonstrate the Think city next year with sales beginning in late... Read More
Eco-FurnitureNovember 5, 2008
Tie Break Modular Sofa If you need more proof of green hitting the mainstream, Roche-Bobois is Exhibit A. Between modifying their manufacturing and delivery methods, launching a dedicated green website... Read More
Lightning GTNovember 5, 2008
The Lightning Car Company is the British entry into the electric sports car ring with the Lightning GT. The Brits took a different approach to the design by incorporating the Hi-Pa Drive™ motor (say... Read More
Don’t Go GreenNovember 5, 2008
Forget about global warming, deforestation, the energy crisis and overflowing landfills. They are out of your control. Ignore the polarizing green politics. Ignore the green activists. They have their... Read More
Ronn ScorpionNovember 4, 2008
Ronn Car Company chose to go a different way with the Scorpion, utilizing hydrogen fuel injection. The car produces hydrogen during vehicle operation through electrolysis of water generated from the vehicle’s... Read More
Venturi FetishNovember 3, 2008
The Venturi Fetish debuted at the 2004 Paris Motorshow to create a new segment of the sports car, proving electric automobiles can carry on the tradition of performance and driving pleasure. Fetish, one... Read More
