Open Design
Israeli designer Ronen Kadushen is promoting the concept of Open Design on his web site. A collection of designs for lights and housewares, the Open Design products are meant to be shared, distributed and produces by anyone, anywhere, under a Creative Commons deed. Each object is available as a zip file that includes a DXF file, several JPGs of a finished product, and production notes. All you need is a CNC machine and some sheet steel and you're in business. The collection will be on view during the Milan fair and DesignMai 2005.