BLAUVENT blog

The Flying Effect

2009-11-11T11:28:00.007+01:00

A project powered by two great women; Anita and Ása from Iceland.

About The Flying Effect implementation:

''-Give women the opportunity to communicate to the world; through words, photographs, videos, drawings or anything their views on freedom, ideas and dreams. The outcome of which we then present as an exhibition.
-Create a travelling, ever-growing presentation of the project in progress, which we set up in each of our destinations.
-Maintain a website open for all women to present their own definitions of ‘freedom’.''

''The project is carried out in collaboration with UNIFEM in Iceland with the aim of increasing public awareness on the issues of women in developing countries and conflict areas.''

Go to The Flying Effect or become fan of this project on Facebook.

Wearing an Orange Draped bag

2009-11-09T16:46:00.004+01:00

Photo by Duna Carbonell.
Colorfull and capacious it provides imaginative yet functional solutions for people on the move, designed to resist the wear and tear of stubborn days.
The ultimate in portablility no matter what kind delivers of space you’re moving throught. Born of utility and purpose our stylish DRAPED BAG brings a unique aesthetic statement for the contemporary feminity.
Remarkable care for details and hand built entirely in Spain!

White Parachute Backpack on boy

2009-11-09T16:42:00.004+01:00

Photo by Duna Carbonell.
Born of utility and purpose. Made with brown canvas and weatherproof Skytex (original paraglider fabric) in white colour.
Visit our photo gallery for further details, or go to BLAUVENT!!

Black Parachute Backpack on man

2009-11-09T16:34:00.012+01:00

Photos by Duna Carbonell.
Our parachute backpack in black is having remarkable urban touch.
-Padded shoulder straps.
-Inspired by the parachute bag, focusing on its flap system.
-Key hook carabiner on the inside allowing to attach the utility pouch. The interior is lined in high style printed cotton, from the limited edition ‘’OLMO’’ fabric.
-BLAUVENT logo patch is over one of the lateral sides of the backpack.

Saco Backpack on man

2009-11-09T16:30:00.012+01:00

Photos by Duna Carbonell.
It is a light weight solution for staying organized and well protected while on the go, for anyone who requires freedom and movement. From technical use to a daily use. A very unisex bag. Go to BLAUVENT!!
*Flat dimensions 39cm wide, 34cm high, 22cm deep.
*Total weight 225gr.
*Weight capacity of 12l.

Supersize Tarpaulin for 68€

2009-11-09T14:53:00.014+01:00

We are delighted to announce a new lower price on the tarpaulins!! buy now for 68€...

Ready to hang with 10 transparent plastic eyelets of 0,8cm inner diameter.
High-resolution print of an original illustration done in ink an then digitally designed and coloured. Print over a matt white tarpaulin of 500gr, a supersize tarpaulin of 150cm x 90cm, they are breath taking!!

By decorating with tarpaulins quickly and easly you can create a custom wallscape, perfect to add some sparkle and smile to your living room, studio, childrens room… or for any external use as terrace... an affordable and smart alternative to an original work of art. The print is finish with a UV coated to protect the image from dust, moisture and fading.
The pigment based inks used are guaranteed lightfast in normal conditions for in excess of 25 years. The matt coating ensures stunningly brilliant colours with superb flatness. Limeted edition to 100 numbered and signed pieces.
Each print is signed and shipped carefully wrapped and packed over a tube, then introduced into another robust tube to ensure it arrives in pristine condition. The design has been specifically created to add colour, vivacity and optimism into your home. Also available in custom mesures by order.

Rush Hour Dream

2009-11-06T13:32:00.002+01:00

Suprising paragliding video, made in a very different narrative style.
''RUSH HOUR DREAM - 2009 - short film about paragliding by Kerim Jaspersen and Christian Menn with music made by Lars Dahlke. The film won the "ICARE DE LA CRITIQUE" of the Coupe Icare international.''

Silk hood Floret

2009-11-03T22:24:00.001+01:00

Photo by Duna Carbonell.
Charming scarf-hood to be worn in multiple ways. Exclusive print from the limited edition ‘’FLORET’’ design, this multicolour draw is an artistic expression and an icon of BLAUVENT. Printed over high quality satin-silk, touching the contemporary feminity and creating a unique aesthetic statement.
FLORET HOOD scarf is neat, clear lined with ocean blue 100% silk, with a total length of 42cm. Softly drape around the neck, covering the head, keeping you warm and stylish, an honest design that just works!

Plumb bag on the tree

2009-11-03T22:19:00.007+01:00

Photos by Duna Carbonell.
Weatherproof Skytex (original paraglider fabric) outer shell in blue colour; Skytex of 40gr/m2, water repellent and windproof. The interior is lined in high style printed cotton, from the limited edition ‘’RATÓN AZUL’’ fabric. Bautifull and sensible product made with bright colours and innovative materials, an honest style that just works!! Go to BLAUVENT store!!

Daily wearing a white saco backpack

2009-11-03T22:15:00.005+01:00

Photo by Duna Carbonell.
Features ample storage space from a compact and a rounded volume based on ergonomic shapes. Three external pockets closed by magnetic snaps.
Key hook carabiner on the inside allowing to attach the utility pouch.
The closing system its quick and easy, powered by the strings.
BLAUVENT logo patch is over one of the external pockets.
SACO BACKPACK re-invents itself according to the different situations and needs. Go to BLAUVENT store!!

The black Shopping bag

2009-11-03T11:46:00.009+01:00

Photo by Duna Carbonell.
Durable carry-all for the most environmentally conscious consumers. Changing our own shopping habits is one small thing we can do to make a difference. Holds the content of 3 plastic grocery bags.
Weatherproof Skytex (original paraglider fabric) outer shell in black colour; Skytex of 40gr/m2, water repellent and windproof. Lined in green canvas for extra strength. Two soft and ergonomic tubular handles to carry in your hand or over your shoulder. Has inside a 20cm x 14cm x 4cm utility pouch, it can be clipped onto the inner strap provided in your bag with the key hook carabiner. The little zipper pouch is made in printed cotton, from the limited edition ‘’OLMO’’ fabric.
Go to BLAUVENT store!!

Draped over the body

2009-11-03T10:56:00.004+01:00

Photos by Duna Carbonell.
Sumptuous scarf in 100% silk, high stylish printed, from the limited edition ‘’OLMO’’ design. The colorfull print is an artistic expression, charming and elegant. An eye-catching satin silk foulard of 120cm x120cm that creates a unique aesthetic statement. The border is finished with a 7cm width frame in forest green color.
The scarf includes a buckle to drap and attach the scaf in multiple ways; softly drape around the neck, as an over-skirt, dress or top. Lots of variation options and can enhace lots of different looks, looking for the fusion of modernity and tradition. Striving for a product that will last through the years.
Beautifull and sensible handmade product, it provides imaginative solutions!
Go to BLAUVENT store!!

Parachute backpack in the woods

2009-11-03T10:16:00.007+01:00

Photo by Duna Carbonell.

Parachute backpack on the store!!

2009-10-19T10:47:00.010+02:00

PARACHUTE BACKPACK, a very unisex option inspired by the parachute bag, focusing on its flap system, creating a unique aesthetic statement.
Born of utility and purpose. A daypack, ideal size to carry your 15'' laptop, a A4 folder and any personal items.

Padded shoulder straps and back pannel with breathable mesh and integrated air flow channels for increased comfort and ergonomic support.
Upper flap attached by a magnetic snap, covering the main zipper closure, zip made in injected plastic. The upper and lower flaps are joint together by magnetic snaps, both attached to the rounded and central flap.

Made with canvas and weatherproof Skytex (original paraglider fabric); Skytex of 40gr/m2, water repellent and windproof. The interior is lined in high style printed cotton, from a limited edition fabric.
Remarkable care for details, technical features and reinforced areas. Hand built entirely in Spain!

-Flat dimensions 30cm wide, 38cm high, 5cm deep.
-Total weight 350gr.
-Weight capacity of 10l.

Check here for more details and visit our photo gallery

Just Acro dot Com

2009-10-14T22:38:00.003+02:00

i really like this video.
Via Just Acro

Chris O'Shea

2009-10-14T22:26:00.003+02:00

Interesting and fun :)
'''Chris O'Shea, an artist with latent fantasies about growing into a giant and teasing, then destroying, the people of Liverpool, England, has a new installation! It's a live video billboard that teases, then destroys, the people of Liverpool, England.
The piece, titled "Hand from Above," is best explained in video, but in any case it's fairly simple: a live camera feed from in front of the billboard is overlaid with a giant finger, which has its way, such as it does, with rapt viewers. The tickling and teasing soon gets more severe, and before you know it, said finger is throwing you off of the pavement, or shrinking you into nothingness.
The effect is playful and charming for adults, though it may cause minor metaphysical crises in small children and pets. For art!'''
via Gizmodo

Paragliding at Kambar, Iceland

2009-10-14T11:13:00.003+02:00

Iceland flying, happy discover for me, exotic and charming place.
by Anita Hafdis Bjornsdottir

Strech bag

2009-10-14T11:10:00.001+02:00

New innovative bag made from recycled billboards! No glue, no stitch, clever die-cut shoulder bag for your everyday needs. Choice of either warm colors (pink, red, yellow) or cool colors (blue, green). 100% advertising campaign billboards. Measures approx. 26″ x 21″ when flat. Holds up to 33 pounds. Design by Studio Artecnica.
via Better Living Through Design

Urban animation

2009-10-14T09:38:00.003+02:00

By Sjors Vervoort a newly graduated animator from the Netherlands.
A great stop-motion/hand-painted hybrid animation, made with painted bits of cardboard inserted in the streets.
via Designcenter

Expandable furniture

2009-10-10T12:58:00.005+02:00

Marina Ralph has presented Stuff, the self-modeling cabinet at London Design Festival 2009. Made of sycamore, plywood and latex sides, this cabinet modifies its shape with each new item you place inside it. Not only would it be really fun to use, but the storage space is considerably larger than the average similar pieces of furniture.

Fotometeo

2009-10-08T08:52:00.003+02:00

A new photo gallery for meteo images; Fotometeo, by ''Asociación Meteorológica Española''.

Diego Stocco- Experibass

2009-10-07T22:10:00.002+02:00

'''' Few weeks ago I visited a luthier looking for instruments parts, I had an idea in mind for an instrument I wanted to build. My curiosity was to hear the sound of violin, viola and cello strings amplified through the body of a double bass. I came up with a quadruple-neck experimental "something" that I thought to call Experibass.
To play it I used cello and double bass bows, a little device I built with fishing line and hose clamps, a paintbrush, a fork, spoons, a kick drum pedal and a drum stick. I hope you'll like it! ''''
Found in Kelake
To read more about Stocco's creative work, read this recent interview in which he divulges what it's all about. Via Cool Hunting

What is Google Wave?

2009-10-07T19:38:00.002+02:00

I've heard about that google new thing, Google Wave.... but didn't know anything, i found this short video explanation through Pedro Jorge website, ...i just understand now a little bit more.

Where are BLAUVENT products?

2009-09-26T14:43:00.005+02:00

Check out in a big map

Meteo blog spot

2009-09-14T23:23:00.004+02:00

Extensive and completed blog about meteo; ''Revista del Aficionado a la Meteorología'', in spanish.
Go to have a look