Bitponics

Track plant health with a personal gardening assistant

Bitponics is a combination sensor device and open-source software system designed by two plant-loving engineers. Whether you can barely keep alive a cactus or you’re a serious green thumb looking to monitor a new strain of tomatoes, Bitponics can help. Dubbed “your personal gardening assistant” by creators Michael Doherty and Amit Kumar—who are currently seeking funding for the project on Kickstarter—the twofold concept works with …

The Principals

Beautiful analog expressions born from technology and craftsmanship

The trio of young men comprising Brooklyn-based design practice The Principals are a relatively motley crew. An architect, a metal fabricator and an industrial designer with a background in sculpture, the threesome connect over a shared interest in creating projects that explore the realm of building through a combination of modern technology and time-honored artistry. Their collective talents have led to a handsome portfolio of …

Gordy’s Pickles

Spicy dills you're sure to relish

A good pickle is typically welcome any time of year, but as backyard barbecues heat up they become the essential summer accompaniment. Sure to add a zesty burst of flavor to your next veggie burger or Italian sausage is Gordy’s, a Washington, DC-based pickling company started by friends Sarah Gordon and Sheila Fain late last year. Gordy’s currently stocks four types of pickled goods—Sweet Pepper …