Archive for the ‘80s’ Category
Pimped out Radio Flyer Wagon Concept
Man the wagon sure has grown up. Even though this is close to converting from concept to retail, I doubt the suggested $1,000 sticker shock will make it a recession-ready gift. It is sweet wit, though. MP3 dock, cup holders and all.
I doubt their consumer research was extensive. More like limited to rich people.
Millenium Falcon Origami
Evolution of Game Controllers Illustration
The 7 Steps to the “Ultimate Idea-Sharing System”
ThoughtFarmer shares a list that was created in the 80s before the Web existed that still holds true today for Intranets and Collaborative Tools…
1. One transfer step in the transmission of ideas between individuals, to avoid distortion.
2. All employees have access
3. All employees can contribute content
4. Available anywhere, 24/7
5. Search function that indexes every word
6. Users contribute in their native language. Translation provided where appropriate.
7. Content updates automatically.
Check out the ThoughtFarmer Intranet 2.0 Web service. It’s packed with collaborative features making it an affordable collaborative tool or Intranet for small and mid-sized businesses.
Atari Arcade Console Concept Art
I’m a huge fan of 80s arcade design. Aside from the nostalgia of playing games, I’ve always had an appreciation for the typography, design and illustration used to attract “players”. When I came across these marker renderings for cabinet designs, I was quite delighted to get a glimpse behind the scenes for the concepts that drive the physical design of some of Atari’s arcade cabinets. There are even some concepts for how to display the cabinets in an arcade setting. Enjoy.
Marker rendering of an Atari Arcade Console Concept
Here’s the full collection of Atari Console Concept images…
::slingthought’s:: 80s Eyecandy Collection
Dig my collection of 80s Nostalgia. View the Flickr Photoset.
