Design for a Purpose

My peers and I at school are often told to think outside of the box, and to look at ordinary things in new and creative ways. We're taught to look not only at the design aspect of our work, but at the cost of a project and the impact that it will have on the environment, as well. We're told to keep up to date on trends and design breakthroughs, to see what other designers are doing and how we might be a part of their mission. So, while looking online at some of the revolutionary designs being created, I came across a website, www.thecoolist.com, with an article titled Design for a Purpose: 10 Revolutionary Designs for a Better World. Found here. It's an inspiring list of products, devices and concepts that can, and hopefully will, make a hugely positive impact on people.

(Left) The Ekso Bionics Mobility System "gives paraplegics the chance to walk upright and leave the wheelchair behind."

Some of the other designs included in the list are the BioLite Clean Burning Kitchen Stove, a Braille Smartphone, and 3D Printed Prosthetic Bones.