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Ergonomic FLOTE Floor Stand Reducing Strains And Pain [Video] Posted: 08 Apr 2012 02:57 AM PDT The ergonomic FLOTE floor stand for iPad, Kindle and most tablets and eReaders, is an elegant addition to any home. Helping technology lovers interact with their favorite tablet, FLOTE can be used to read, watch or browse while comfortably resting on a chair, sofa or even in bed. The hands-free device is made of beautifully machined metal and easily adjusts to your position. It also addresses the growing issue of strains and pain from prolonged use of tablets. Designer Dave Cutler – who created the device that “floats” your tablet – describes the process from inspiration to finished product:  “My goal when designing FLOTE was to create an elegant solution that truly enhances the user experience of interacting with a sophisticated piece of technology like the iPad. Beyond providing a hands-free experience, it also had to compliment the iPad aesthetically and not detract from it. (After all, what’s the point of having a clean, delicate industrial design if you combine it with a clunky or bulky stand?) The inspiration for FLOTE’s design are high-end modern design floor lamps. These elegant devices serve a purpose- directing light- but are objects of art themselves to be enjoyed, whether the light is on or off. Also similar to these lamps, I wanted FLOTE to offer a sense of engineered thoughtfulness in terms of form and functionality, along with a sense of craftsmanship and quality utilizing precision-machined metals and great industrial design.” FLOTE was first introduced on Kickstarter.com and comes in a variety of finishes. Its small footprint (12 inches in diameter) makes it perfect even for small spaces. Easily sliding over floors and carpets, the FLOTE will quickly become your favorite device. You're reading Ergonomic FLOTE Floor Stand Reducing Strains And Pain [Video] originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+

Private and Public Residential Spaces Bonded With Nature Posted: 07 Apr 2012 08:12 AM PDT Rising two stories in the air, the Mary Lake Residence in the Village of Port Sydney, Huntsville, Ontario welcomes owners with a body made out of two separate volumes connected by a glazed entrance on the first floor and almost transparent second floor staircase and corridor uniting the upstairs spaces. Surrounded by tall white pines, this creation of Toronto-based studio Altius Architecture was described by them as follows: “The roof of the living room is sheltered between the two solids and becomes an additional outdoor space with a view over the lake, a garden and a hot tub. The home is a balance of program spaces, with the public entertaining spaces of the living room, dining room and kitchen wrapping one side of the central void and the more private and intimate spaces of the library and den situated at the other. Two stone walls shield the house from the road while a canopy reaches out to create a welcoming entry. Warm yet contemporary materials throughout create a cozy yet light atmosphere.” This 3,000 square foot home boasts a set of sustainable features like passive solar heating, radiant heating, low energy lighting and appliances, and natural ventilation and lighting coming from sliding doors and cleverly placed windows. Green roofs extend nature’s expansion around and on the residence, while the indoor/outdoor connection draws it inside, creating a strong bond between natural and man-made. P You're reading Private and Public Residential Spaces Bonded With Nature originally posted on Freshome. If you've enjoyed this post, be sure to follow Freshome on Twitter, Facebook and Google+

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