Ida Torres

1 day ago | yankodesign.com | Ida Torres

It’s always interesting to me to look at product designers that look to create something that’s not usually found in the furniture shop near you. It’s also fascinating if they give you a glimpse behind their design thinking and what they want to be able to create with the pieces they’re designing even if sometimes these designs remain just that. Sometimes, it doesn’t have to be a complex design and we find gems even in the simplest and most minimalist of ideas.

2 days ago | yankodesign.com | Ida Torres

I’m a fan of product designs that are both aesthetic and functional, even if I would probably not have the more eccentric (and expensive ones) in my space. I also like it when designers are able to turn things that have an original purpose into something that serves another purpose. Rugs have served as grounding elements in our homes, traditionally placed underfoot, defining areas, and adding warmth and texture.

2 days ago | yankodesign.com | Ida Torres

Every time I try to fix my stuff, I see all the tote bags and cute paper bags that I have accumulated over the years and I think to myself, “I have too many”. But then I’ll come across a nice-looking bag and I can’t help myself. These aren’t luxury or designer bags, but those that speak to me (and speak to my wallet if I can afford it) and the design plays a huge part in it.

2 days ago | yankodesign.com | Ida Torres

What we know about robots and how they are created is constantly evolving as we see scientists draw inspiration from the natural world to create innovative and efficient machines. The latest marvel to emerge from this fascinating intersection is a small, agile robot that forgoes traditional locomotion in favor of a wing-assisted hopping mechanism.

3 days ago | yankodesign.com | Ida Torres

Imagine a robot delicately plucking ripe tomatoes from a vine or carefully selecting a fragile piece of fruit without causing a single bruise. This could soon become a reality thanks to a novel robotic gripper developed by researchers at the University of California San Diego. Inspired by the humble measuring tape, this innovative device is designed for the gentle yet firm handling of delicate items like fruits and vegetables.