http://www.ted.com Rob Forbes, the founder of Design Within Reach, shows a gallery of snapshots that inform his way of seeing the world. Charming juxtapositions, found art, urban patterns — this slideshow will open your eyes to the world around you.
TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world’s leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, and “Lost” producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Watch the Top 10 TEDTalks on TED.com, at http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/top10
Star Of The Show! – Cadillac Converj Concept – 2009 Detroit
Detroit Editor Todd Lassa talks to designer Simon Cox about the stunning Cadillac Converj Concept, the breakout star of this year’s Detroit Auto Show.
Greg Lynn: How calculus is changing architecture
http://www.ted.com Greg Lynn talks about the mathematical roots of architecture — and how calculus and digital tools allow modern designers to move beyond the traditional building forms. A glorious church in Queens (and a titanium tea set) illustrate his theory.
TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world’s leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, and “Lost” producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Watch the Top 10 TEDTalks on TED.com, at http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/top10
Crossover Caddy – 2010 Cadillac SRX – 2009 Detroit Auto Show
Technical Director Frank Markus talks about the 2010 Cadillac SRX’s style with design director Clay Dean.
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http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows/coverage/detroit/112_2009_detroit_auto_show_coverage/2010_cadillac_srx.html
Legendary Legacy – Subaru Legacy Concept – 2009 Detroit Show
Detroit Editor Todd Lassa takes a look at Subaru’s Legacy Concept at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show
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http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows/coverage/detroit/112_2009_detroit_auto_show_coverage/subaru_legacy_concept.html
Goodbye Gallardo – 2010 Audi R8 V10 – 2009 Detroit Auto Show
One of the best gets even better, as Audi introduces a monster V10 engine for its already stunning R8. Editor-In-Chief Angus MacKenzie has all the details.
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http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows/coverage/detroit/112_2009_detroit_auto_show_coverage/2010_audi_r8_5_2_fsi_quattro.html
Audi’s CLS – Audi Sportback Concept – 2009 Detroit Auto Show
Audi takes aim at the Rapide, Panamera, and CLS with it’s Sportback Concept. Editor-In-Chief Angus MacKenzie has the lowdown at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.
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http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows/coverage/detroit/112_2009_detroit_auto_show_coverage/audi_sportback_concept.html
Eco King Returns – 2010 Toyota Prius – 2009 Detroit Auto Show
Editor-In-Chief Angus MacKenzie takes a look at the 3rd generation of America’s most-loved green car, the Toyota Prius.
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http://www.motortrend.com/auto_shows/coverage/detroit/112_2009_detroit_auto_show_coverage/2010_toyota_prius.html
Paul Moller: Take a ride in the Skycar
http://www.ted.com Paul Moller talks about the future of personal air travel — the marriage of autos and flight that will give us true freedom to travel off-road. He shows two things he’s working on: the Moller Skycar (a jet + car) and a passenger-friendly hovering disc.
TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world’s leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, and “Lost” producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Watch the Top 10 TEDTalks on TED.com, at http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/top10