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iSub/SoundSticksYear: 2000 Gold AwardClient: Apple
Design: Harman Kardon and Apple$169.95
Harman Kardon teamed up with Apple to manufacture
the iSub/SoundSticks. Widely admired for a
stunning aesthetic, the speakers and subwoofer
feature a simple, translucent design. The product is still available
today.
OrangeX OJex Manual JuicerYear: 2000
Gold AwardClient: OrangeX
Design: Smart Design$129.99
Made from cast iron, the Ojex juicer inverted the traditional crank mechanism to reduce
size. It boosted the small Venezuelan company's
revenue from $1.5 million in 1999 to more than $2 million in
2001. In 2005 the company was bought by Focus Products
Group, which continues to distribute the juicer as the
Olympus Manual Citrus Juicer.
SwifferYear: 2000
Silver AwardClient: Procter & Gamble
Design: Joss$13.99
Procter & Gamble's fastest-selling product, Swiffer uses
throwaway cloths and lightweight materials to make an alternative to traditional mops or brooms. Swiffer raised the company's profits by 5% the year it was
released. Since then the line has been expanded to Swiffer WetJet, Duster, and Vacuum and remains
one of P&G's best-selling products.
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Rubbermaid Paint BuddyYear: 2005
Bronze AwardClient: Rubbermaid
Design: Beyond Design, Shur-Line $9.99
These paint applicators from Newell Rubbermaid represent a new way of thinking about
painting. Leftover paint from a project is stored inside a
sealed container, which has an attached roller applicator. Whenever a touch-up is
needed, simply pull the Paint Buddy from storage and roll the stored paint on the wall.
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IntelliMouse ExplorerYear: 2000
Silver AwardClient: Microsoft
Design: Surface Strategy, Microsoft$39.95
The first of its kind, Microsoft’s IntelliMouse Explorer is an optical tracking mouse that
performs better than traditional devices with roller-ball
mechanisms. It quickly became the world's best-selling mouse. Since then, updated versions
of the mouse have been released.
Xootr ScooterYear: 2000
Silver AwardClient: Nova Cruz ProductsDesign: Lunar Design, Nova
CruzFrom $199
The Xootr scooter folds down in 10 seconds. Its light weight and portability made it a hit in urban areas and helped stoke the scooter
fad. In 2003, Nova Cruz was sold and renamed Xootr,
which continues to manufacture the product
today.
Bodum SantosYear: 2001
Gold AwardClient: Bodum
Design: Bodum Design Group$79.95
Bodum's Santos coffee maker is a time-controlled vacuum
coffee brewer. The glass carafe lends a sophisticated
look, while the machine brews coffee quickly and with less sediment than others. For a
time, Starbucks sold the brewer as Utopia, and it's still
available.
Nike PSA Play 120Year: 2001
Gold AwardClient: Nike
Design: Rio Audio, Nike Discontinued
Nike created a digital audio player that can be attached to an athlete's arm or worn around the hip. It was light, comfortable, and easy to control while running or
playing sports. While Nike is still in the music-and-sport
business, it has dropped the original.
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UNO Waffle MakersYear: 2001
Silver AwardClient: Williams-Sonoma
Design: VillaWare$59.95
The high-end waffle maker continues to win over
homebodies with its chic design and portability. Today the high-end waffle maker is
also available in different shapes, such as a heart, and it is still sold through Williams-
Sonoma stores.
Storex 3-Ring BinderYear: 2001
Bronze AwardClient: Storex IndustriesDesign: Gad Shaanan
Design$8.99
These binders' eye-popping colors and semi-transclucent
covers appeal to both executives and teenagers. They are still sold in major
office-supply stores such as OfficeMax.
Polaroid I-zone Instant Pocket Camera
Year: 2001Bronze AwardClient: Polaroid
Design: IDEO and PolaroidDiscontinued
This instant Polaroid camera became a hit with its mini-
sticker photographs. But as digital photography became dominant, Polaroid stopped manufacturing instant-film
products in 2008
iPodYear: 2002
Gold AwardClient: AppleDesign: Apple
$249
With its sleek design, intuitive menu system, and trusty
operating system, the iPod has become the poster
product for intelligent design. The product turned Apple into
more than a computer company. But lately iPod
sales have begun dropping—everyone, it seems, already
has one.
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MacYear: 2002
Gold AwardClient: AppleDesign: Apple$1,199-$2,199
Apple set a new design standard with this all-in-one
desktop computer. The LCD flat-panel display and spherical
computer base connect via a stainless steel neck, which
doubles as a carrying handle and monitor tilt. Though
redesigned, the iMac is still one of the sleekest computers on the
market today.
Kobe TwoYear: 2002
Silver AwardClient: Adidas
Design: Adidas Discontinued
Kobe Twos were the Air Jordans of the 2000s. The
basketball shoes had a hood-covered lace area, a
herringbone-patterned outsole for extra stability, and an
adjustable midfoot stability and internal bootie provided
unheard of support. The shoes' reign ended when NBA star Kobe Bryant jumped to Nike
Venus RazorYear: 2002
Bronze AwardClient: GilletteDesign: Gillette
$13.99
Before Procter & Gamble acquired Gillette in 2005, the razor company had scored
with the Venus refillable razor for women. The design
features an oval cartridge and an organizer that stores the waterproof refill blades. Today, it's the No. 1 female
shaver.
PalmPeelerYear: 2007
Gold AwardClient: Chef'nDesign: Chef'n
$6.99
The PalmPeeler is a great example of how design
thinking can revive a stale product. Chef'n changed the
typical peeler from a knife-like handled device into a palm-
fitting, ergonomic square that slides on the finger like a ring.
It's safer and far more comfortable and efficient than traditional peelers. They are
still widely available.
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Palm Zire Handheld Computer
Year: 2003 Gold AwardClient: Palm
Design: NewDealDesign, Palm
Discontinued
The Palm Zire offered a thin PDA that incorporated a long-lasting power source and a unique flip lid. Palm
discontinued the Zire series when PDAs began to be
replaced by smartphones.
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Samsung LT17E3 17-inch LCD TV
Year: 2003Gold Award
Client: Samsung ElectronicsDesign: Samsung Electronics
Discontinued
Samsung designers gave the back of this television as much thought as the front. They did away with office-style knobs or buttons and concealed the set's controls and cord. The finished
product looked more like a traditional television than popular sets at the time, which resembled computer monitors. The TV has
since been replaced by more advanced models.
Michael Graves Design Cross-Cut Paper Shredder
Year: 2003Silver AwardClient: Target
Design: Michael Graves & Associates
Discontinued
This product neatly combined a paper shredder, pencil
sharpener, and a trash can. Target eventually replaced the
design with newer items, but this product, designed by famed architect Michael Graves,
showed the benefit of applying design thinking to something as
ordinary as office supplies.
Evenflo Triumph Convertible Car Seat
Year: 2003Silver Award
Client: EvenfloDesign: IDEO and Evenflo
Discontinued
The five different positions and molded shoulder belt on this
child's car seat ensured safety and comfort. In 2007, the
product was recalled due to a faulty handle, but its innovative functionality sparked a new era
in car seat design. Updated Triumphs, now tagged as
Advance, sell today.
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Airfoil Pro Triathlon BicycleYear: 2004
Gold AwardClient: Kestrel Bicycle
Designer: IDE$2,599
Cutting-edge aerodynamics and new manufacturing
techniques made this bike a performance machine. The
design also allowed Kestrel to bring the bike to market
quicker and at about half the cost. The rear of the bike was designed to function as a sail and propel the rider forward.
Kestrel still sells the bike today.
Infinity ClimberYear: 2004
Gold AwardClient: Little TikesDesign: Little Tikes
$2,951
Unlike much conventional playground equipment, the Infinity Climber combines
shapes and structural design to develop children's motor skills. Today, the climber is
still a major part of Little Tikes' product offerings.
Aliph JawboneYear: 2004
Silver AwardClient: Aliph
Design: Fuseproject$129
Setting a new standard for headsets, the Aliph Jawbone
uses "active noise suppression" to allow users to talk, hear, and
be heard in loud environments. A sensor rests against the face and
detects when the mouth is moving, which activates the noise suppression. The Jawbone is still
a hit—it's the top-selling Bluetooth accessory on the
market.
Ogio StingerYear: 2004
Silver AwardClient: Ogio International
Design: Ogio International, AK Designs, Redbird Design Studio
Discontinued
Ogio invented several technologies for its Stinger golf
bag: There was a handle just for pulling it out of the car, an
extender arm that locked to golf carts, and a unique, zipperless
ball bag. It was eventually supplanted by newer Ogio
product lines, but golfers still search for this model all over the
Internet.
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BabyBjörn Baby Carrier Active
Year: 2004Bronze Award
Client: BabyBjörnDesign:
ErgonomiDesignGruppen and BabyBjörn
$129.95
An alternative to strollers, the BabyBjörn Baby Carrier
has adjustable shoulder straps to provide back
support for parents who prefer to tote their little ones. Today, an updated version of the BabyCarrier Active is
still sold.
Motorola Razr V3 Year: 2005
Gold AwardDesign: MotorolaDesign: Motorola
Discontinued
Initially marketed as a fashion mobile-phone, the Razr V3
appealed to both tech enthusiasts and trendsetters. By the end of 2008, Motorola had sold more
than 110 million units. The company could never duplicate the success of the Razr, but it's still reaping the benefits of the older design: slightly updated
versions of the V3 are sold widely.
Platinum IIYear: 2005
Gold AwardClient: NetGear
Designers: NewDealDesign and NetGear
Discontinued
This sleek modem represented a new generation of modems and
networking gear. Rather than ugly black boxes with several blinking lights and protruding antennas, NetGear designers housed the
components in a sleek white case. The Platinum II has been replaced
by updated models, but its influence is obvious. Most
modems on the market mimic its design.
Mac MiniYear: 2005
Gold AwardClient: AppleDesign: Apple
$599-$799
The Mac Mini took the software and computing power of its
bigger brethren and shrunk it into a shell the size of two
stacked CD jewel cases. Its lack of monitor, keyboard, and
mouse kept costs low and allowed customers to choose whatever models they liked. The Mini is still the cheapest
Mac on the market.
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iRobot RoombaYear: 2005
Bronze AwardClient: iRobot
Design: Herbst LaZar Bell$129-$549
The Roomba turned vacuuming from a manual chore to a
background process. The iRobot device continually makes it way
around a room to vacuum, leaving homeowners free to do
other things. To date, iRobot had sold more than 2.5 million
Roombas and expanded the line to models that clean swimming pools, sweep shop floors, and
mop kitchens.
LeapFrog LeapPad FamilyYear: 2005
Bronze AwardClient: LeapFrogDesign: Whipsaw
Discontinued
These interactive learning devices used a cartridge and interactive screen to teach children vocabulary, math, science, and social studies.
Three years in the making, the LeapPad became the flagship
product for LeapFrog and made it one of the fastest-growing toy companies. In 2008, Leapfrog
supplanted the LeapPad with the more advanced Tag reading
system.
LG AN110 ProjectorYear: 2006
Gold AwardClient: LG Electronics Design: LG Electronics
Discontinued
This model marked the first time a high-def projector was able to fit in a shallow enough box (3.5
inches deep) to be wall mounted. Before it, projectors were chunky, industrial looking machines mounted on ceilings. The AN110 also required only
three screws to install and had a multifunctional remote and
removable faceplate that came in several colors. LG now has
newer models.
Kodak Easyshare V570Year: 2006
Gold AwardClient: Kodak
Design: Bluemap Design, Eastman KodakDiscontinued
Kodak's Easyshare V570 was the first dual-lens digital camera.
Each lens had its own sensor and viewing range, which combined to give it a high
megapixel count. The sophisticated design didn't draw
attention to the lenses, which were etched in stainless steel. A hit, the camera was taken off the
market as Kodak developed more advanced technology.
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Talking Tactile TabletYear: 2006
Gold AwardClient: Touch GraphicsDesign: Touch Graphics
$699
The Talking Tactile Tablet allows visually impaired
readers to have access to graphic imagery through a touch surface that creates
3D overlays and audio. The device is still used
throughout the world, including by the Royal
National College for the Blind in Britain.
Shure E4 Sound Isolation EarphonesYear: 2006
Silver AwardClient: Shure
Design: Essential Design and Shure
Discontinued
The Shure E4 earphones combined breakthroughs in sound isolation and portable media. The simple cylindrical form and small size gave the
listener top-notch sound. The earphones won several industry accolades; updated models have been released.
CupsicleYear: 2006
Bronze AwardClient: MunchkinDesign: Munchkin
$19.99
This spill-proof, insulated drinking cup helps children learn to use a straw without making a mess. Its easy-to-
grip handles, retractable straw, and ice "crystals" that keep contents cold make it a popular choice for parents.
It's still widely available today.
One Touch Can OpenerYear: 2007
Gold AwardClient: One Touch SystemsDesign: Daka Development
$19.99
This was the world's first cordless hand-free can
opener. It "walks around" the can, stopping automatically
when the can is open. A magnet on the device then
removes the lid, which prevents users from cutting themselves on sharp metal. As of 2008 the company had
sold more than 8 million openers. leased.
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Lightair Ionflow 50Year: 2007
Gold Award Client: LightAir
Design: LightAir $350-$495
The Lightair Ionflow is a portable air purifier that eliminates 99.94% of
airborne pollutants. The cylindrical shape maximizes
surface area to trap unwanted particles. Its LED
light also gives it a clean design. Today, it's sold in
three configurations: There's a floor model, a table model, and one that's made to hang
from a wall or ceiling.
H-Racer and Hydrogen Station SetYear: 2007
Silver AwardClient: Horizon Fuel Cell
TechnologiesDesign: Horizon Fuel Cell
Technologies$99.99
More than a toy car, the H-racer provides a model for
environmentally sustainable, energy-independent
transportation. The set is meant to bring the concept
of practical clean energy to a wide audience. Sales have quadrupled since the toy
went on sale in 2006.
SmartMoneyYear: 2007
Bronze AwardClient: Citicorp Credit
Services Design: Ziba Design
Free
SmartMoney is an RFID credit/debit payment device that speeds up transactions under $25. Designed like a money clip, SmartMoney is light and portable. Citibank (C) has issued 2.5 million of
the fobs since 2006, and the easy payment system is now
a feature at several major financial institutions.
Autoseal Travel Mug West Loop
Year: 2007Bronze AwardClient: Contigo
Design: Ignite USA, Contigo$19.99
This award-winner is a double-walled, stainless steel, vacuum-insulated
mug, offering heat retention and a spill-proof design for
those on the go. With a button that opens and closes the mug, drinkers can hold it
with one hand without spilling. It's often on back
order today.
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iPhoneYear: 2008
Gold Award, Best in ShowClient: AppleDesign: Apple
$99-$199 (excluding phone plan)
The iPhone combines a mobile phone, an iPod, and a
mobile Web browser. Its revolutionary 3.5-inch
touchscreen allows users to control the smartphone
without buttons. Apple sold 5.2 million iPhones in the
company's fiscal third quarter alone, more than seven times the number sold a year earlier.
One Laptop Per Child XOYear: 2008
Gold AwardClient: One Laptop Per Child
Design: Fuseproject$199
Started by Nicholas Negroponte at Massachusetts Institute of
Technology, this nonprofit project is dedicated to producing
a child-friendly computer for underdeveloped countries. The
laptop is portable, energy efficient, and durable. To date,
the company has distributed 1.5 million laptops in Central and
South America, Africa, and Asia. .
Sony Portable Reader System 505Year: 2008
Gold AwardClient: Sony
Design: Sony Creative Center
$299.99
The Sony PRS-505 e-book reader is compact and has almost limitless memory for storing literature. The svelte
body design and menu controls mimic a regular
book. Today, Sony's reader is locked in a battle with
Amazon's Kindle 2 reader.
XBOX 360 Wireless Racing Wheel
Year: 2008Silver Award
Client: Microsoft Design: Teague, Microsoft
$99.99
The Wireless Racing Wheel brings a sense of real world
racing to gaming. The console features rumble packs, which mimic ground vibrations, and ergonomics that resemble an
actual steering wheel. It's still the choice for Xbox owners who love
racing games and feel a traditional controller isn't close
enough to the real thing.
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Care Electronics for Senior Citizens
Year: 2008Bronze Award
Client: DoroDesign: Ergonomidesign
$179.99 each
This series of niche products was designed for senior citizens
with impaired hearing, vision, mobility, or cognition. The line
includes a set of land and cellular phones that featured
amplified sound, easy-to-press buttons, and a large screen for
reading. Sales for the Lund (Sweden) telecom company are
on the rise.
Better Place Charge SpotYear: 2009
Gold AwardClient: Better Place
Design: Better Place, NewDealDesign
Better Place aims to reduce global dependency on
petroleum. The Charge Spot brings the electric car closer
to practicality. This dual-outlet compact charging
station connects to the car and charges it with power
from the electrical grid. The earth-friendly electric
charging lots were unveiled in Israel in 2008.
Project MasilulekeYear: 2009
Gold AwardClient: Project Masiluleke
Design: Project Masiluleke, frog design
The Project Masiluleke Home HIV Test Kit was designed to make
HIV testing in South Africa a comfortable and familiar process. It combines mobile support with
off-the-shelf, saliva-based diagnostics. The test, with copy
written in both English and Zulu, is available free of charge and is intended for private use in the
home and outside of the traditional health-care infrastructure.
HavaianasYear: 2009
Gold AwardClient: HavaianasDesign: Havaianas
$18-$35
Though it's been around since 1962, Havaianas first gained world recognition in 1998, when its World Cup edition sandles caught fire.
Since then the popular shoes have become popular
among celebrities and fashionistas, which has
helped the brand take off. It has even had its own
Fashion Week showcases.
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Domino Sliding USB Flash Drive
Year: 2009Silver AwardClient: iRiver
Designer: iRiver Design Group$21-$34, depending on storage
A flash-memory stick and fashionable accessory
combined, the Domino is one of the smallest of data-storage devices around. It comes in nine colors and can cram so
much data into such a tiny stick by employing a sliding USB
connector.
Dell PrecisionYear: 2009
Silver AwardClient: Dell Design: Dell$999-$1,800
Addressing the growing demands of creative
professionals, Dell Precision mobile workstations are engineered for intense
speed and graphics. This line of high-perfomance
laptops contains both Dell's lightest and most powerful
workstations.