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Mohammad Limucci

Piano

Monday, 7 September 2026

Porochista

The Porochista piano is a blend of advanced technology and modern design. Featuring a large Oled screen for displaying notes and dynamic capabilities, it offers a distinctive playing experience. The matte black color combined with bronze accents gives the piano a refined beauty that caters to modern and diverse tastes. Its design enhances the visual appeal of any space and, with its modern technologies, provides a new level of performance and functionality for both professional musicians and music enthusiasts.

Shanghai Yitong Cultural Communication Co.,Ltd.

Musical Instrument

Sunday, 6 September 2026

Suwen

Suwen is a guqin, a traditional Chinese stringed instrument, reinterpreted for modern playing. The form follows the Tang dynasty qin kept at Horyuji Temple. The soundboard is made of aged cedar or paulownia, and the back is made of catalpa. The base layer blends deer antler ash and raw lacquer. An acoustically engineered interior cavity gives the compact body the tone and volume of a full size instrument. A matte grain lacquer finish creates a dry, non slip surface. A widened string anchor at the tail eases finger movement for beginners and for players with smaller hands.

Pardis Karimi

Hybrid Grand Piano

Saturday, 5 September 2026

Lyrion

Lyrion is a hybrid grand piano that combines a classical acoustic action with digital technology. The body is made of high-performance carbon fiber composite and precision-engineered aluminum, which reduce weight and support long-term stability. A rotating monitor reveals an integrated display used for sound adjustment, recording and score reading, with adjustable height, size and viewing angle. Motorized lid and key mechanisms operate through silent calibrated systems, and the ambient lighting can be adjusted. A built-in battery allows up to 20 hours of use.

Heredia Komiyama

Pet Urn

Friday, 4 September 2026

Memorial Capsule

This biodegradable pet urn is designed to provide a gentle and continuous farewell. Inspired by Japanese home memorial traditions and natural burials, it offers a sustainable way to honor life. The two-part structure with a threaded lid secures ashes for display or burial, while a small charm remains with the owner as a keepsake. Crafted from bioplastic with powdered oyster shells, the urn naturally returns to the earth. Its matte finish and soft contours invite touch, offering comfort and rituals during grief.

Robert Majkut

Musical Instrument

Thursday, 3 September 2026

Whaletone Grand Hybrid Piano

Whaletone Grand Hybrid is a hybrid grand piano made for stage and home use. The instrument is a smaller version of the Royal model, so it needs less space and is easier to transport, while its acoustic qualities remain unchanged. The character, proportions and slender line of the larger model are retained. A new play mechanism joins a classical hammer action with digital sound technology, so the touch stays close to that of an acoustic piano. A Moving Keys function plays back recorded music with visible key movement.

xuechen chen

Community Center

Wednesday, 2 September 2026

The Folding Boat

The Folding Boat, located along the shore of the Harlem River, is a multifunctional space serving as a rowing facility for the community college, a small library, and a museum dedicated to sport rowing. Featuring a folded metal roof, this structure defines its interior space by seamlessly blending walls into ceilings. Positioned at the convergence of historical and modern districts, the meticulous placement of elements respects programs, circulation, and the urban landscape.

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Whaletone Grand Hybrid Piano

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