Punkt Introduces Minimalist MP01 Mobile Phone

As much as we love our smartphones, lately the conversation within technology has shifted towards an abandonment of their concomitant connectivity. While its nice to have unencumbered access to information, the feeling of constantly being connected to the Internet can feel more dooming than promising. Having already highlighted the burgeoning Light Phone a couple of months back, here we find a new parallel minimalist phone by Punkt. As such, the flagship MP01 phone is a throwback to the functional bricks of yesteryear; it receives and makes calls, can shoot out texts, act as an alarm clock or calendar and store contacts. Aside from that, its the antithesis of a smartphone, meaning you can unplug without going completely off the grid. Head over to Punkt's website to reserve yours now ahead of the expected September 2015 release.

No-Wall Spa Resorts

The Interior Design for 'Pure Spa' Uses Plants and Foliage Instead of Walls

Published: Jul 23, 2015 • References: namanretreat & contemporist

MIA Design Studio has created an all-natural tranquil design for Pure Spa that substitutes traditional wall structures for lush foliage. Pure Spa is located at the five-star Naman Retreat in Da Nang City, Vietnam.

This green-engulfed spa evokes a sense of freedom and relaxation infused with natural elements. There are 15 rooms that are enriched with open-concept gardens. The fresh air that flows through the entire spa creates a soothing atmosphere and pleasant breeze.

The luxury spa is dressed with deep soak bathtubs and daybeds made of soft cushions. There are also lotus ponds on the main level. In addition to the spa treatments there are yoga classes and a health club with a gym that guests can access.

Minimal Home Fits Everything You Need in 140 Square Feet

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Somehow Polish designer Szymon Hanczar was able to take his 13-square-meter (approx. 140 square feet) city apartment and turn it into a surprisingly functional home that provides everything one might need or want. Besides being functional, the minimal space is pretty aesthetically amazing, right?

Super Minimalist Logos of World Famous Brands

In this post, StockLogo compiled a list of super minimalist logos of the world’s famous brands. They experimented with the new design trend and asked what would happen if everything went completely minimal. In the images were used only lines, silhouettes and colors of brands, these companies are so recognizable that they have nowhere to invent more tricks. Check out the graphics below and let us know if you like them.

Colorless, Transparent Coffee

Coffee which looks like water. The idea behind it is that it doesn't color your teeth, doesn't leave stains and you can drink it while its cold.

Making clear coffee only requires two ingredients: high quality coffee beans and clear water. When the coffee beans are processed, a loss in caffeine is experienced. This is compensated by adding high-quality natural caffeine. As a result the level of caffeine in your drink can be very accurately controlled. Due to this technology a drink has been developed which is unique in taste and flavour.
Source: clearcoffee.net

Colorless, Transparent Coffee

 Coffee which looks like water. The idea behind it is that it doesn't color your teeth, doesn't leave stains and you can drink it while its cold.
Making clear coffee only requires two ingredients: high quality coffee beans and clear water. When the coffee beans are processed, a loss in caffeine is experienced. This is compensated by adding high-quality natural caffeine. As a result the level of caffeine in your drink can be very accurately controlled. Due to this technology a drink has been developed which is unique in taste and flavour.

Source: clearcoffee.net

Examples of Minimalist Beauty

From Simple Skincare Packaging to Minimalist Skincare Kits

May 11, 2015 • References: In an age where everyone seems to be a part-time beauty expert, minimalist beauty branding and packaging is a seamless way for cosmetics brands to differentiate themselves from the competition with streamlined, simplified designs. Whether the brand in question is a unisex hair care line aiming to challenge the gender classification of cosmetics or a portable beauty line communicating simplicity and efficiency through clean packaging, there are plenty of examples of brands using minimalist visuals to champion their values.

Minimalist beauty branding and packaging can be characterized by striped down designs that are free of frills or a monochrome scheme that is less overwhelming that what consumers are used to seeing. In a time when we are introduced to dozens of new products and cosmetics concepts every day, simplistic, understated branding lets the product or service speak for itself and exude an atmosphere of clarity.