Inspired by Zen traditions this architectural spinning top features a concentric circles pattern reminiscent of traditional Zen gardens. The pattern movement and reflection of light while spinning creates a soothing visual experience intended for meditation and relaxing. State-of-the-art CNC machines will be used to mill solid blocks of aluminum, brass, and stainless steel. 

-> Available on Kickstarter for $18 (reg. $45)
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Early registration closes on July 19, 2016

This is an ideas competition and designers may submit pieces in production, prototypes, and/or concepts.  Projects will be evaluated based on creativity, originality, feasibility, function, and aesthetics.

Participants may submit the following designs:

Seating: armchairs, benches, chairs, lounge chairs, recliners, stools, etc.
Planes: beds, coffee tables, desks, shelving units, tables, etc.
Lighting: ceiling lamp, floor lamp, table lamp, wall lamp, etc.

Brad Ascalon  [principal Brad Ascalon Studio NYC]
Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen [partner Norm.Architects]

Peter Donders [principal Peter Donders, Morphs, Morpshine]

Chris Hardy [principal Chris Hardy Pty Ltd]

Kasper Ronn von Lotzbeck [partner Norm.Architects]

David Trubridge [principal David Trubridge]

1st Place: $2000

2nd Place: $1000

3rd Place: $500