QR-billboard by Calvin Klein

22-7-2010

On billboards in New York and Los Angeles Calvin Klein has published large QR-codes. People who pass by the billboard can scan the code with their smartphones and watch the latest ad.

Lasagna Sandwich

19-7-2010

The supermarket-chain Tesco has introduced the lasagna sandwich; a combination of the English and Italian kitchen.

Andy Warhole tribute

17-7-2010

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These bottles of Dom Perignon champagne are a tribute to Andy Warhol and the first bottle he designed. This limited edition is only available in 4 shops in Spain. 

Google checkout

11-7-2010

Owners of a smartphone now don’t have to have cash on them anymore. With Google Checkout you can pay immediately. It works with a QR-Code. The host scans the code, which is linked to the customers credit card and the amount will be credited directly.

D&G Martini drink

9-7-2010

The Italian design duo Dolce & Gabbana developed a new drink, in collaboration with Martini. The new drink will be reveiled during Milan’s fashion week and will be in the style of the 20th anniversary of the male collection of D&G.

Strawberrymob on July 4th

3-7-2010

Strawberries are a popular fruit. Yet there is a big difference in flavor between different species. To promote the taste of strawberries Jan Robben, organized the first strawberrymob in Amsterdam. The discussion on Twitter is in full swing. So all foodies… gather in Amsterdam on the 4th of July for the first strawberrymob!

The train that never stops

2-7-2010

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A new concept from China, where trains no longer have to stop. See the movie for an explanation.

Waffles on a stick

30-6-2010

Triangular Concepts gives the waffle a new look. These lollipops are baked in 2 minutes. Tasty and convenient for traveling.

Safeway Georgetown, Washington DC goes local

26-6-2010

A Safeway-supermarket has taken the streetscape into account, to create a garage behind the building. Also, the supermarket is located on the topfloor of the 2-story building, so that on streetlevel, the building accommodates local suppliers. Nice initiative! Which entrepreneur provides a platform for local suppliers?

Nice stunt from Supor

25-6-2010

Supor has created a funny marketing stunt to promote their new wok, which doesn’t stick. In front of a large half-pipe, Supor put a large picture of the wok. Stunt skaters where skating on the half-pipe, dressed as shrimps, eggs and carrots. See the movie for the results!

 

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