The next generation of business cards? Twelve INSANE business card designs

I’m thinking I need a little fluff today, how about you? 

Recently, I’ve seen quite a slew of examples of business cards that address questions I’ve always had about the value of the card as an object versus a ceremony. The results are gorgeous, but in a “different” way. Concepts and functionality make sure these cards *definitely* won’t end up in the trash can. What do you think?

Ramiro Pareja Veredas of Spain wanted a business card that would make an impression. His creation can be converted into a USB drive by punching out two of the corners. It can store data, works as an oscilloscope, datalogger and PIC trainer, and packs the CPU power of a Spectrum ZX.

Ramiro Pareja Veredas of Spain wanted a business card that would make an impression. His creation can be converted into a USB drive by punching out two of the corners. It can store data, works as an oscilloscope, datalogger and PIC trainer, and packs the CPU power of a Spectrum ZX. Click the image for more.

A laser-cut, punch-out spirograph art-machine. Click the image to see more.

A laser-cut, punch-out "spirograph" art-machine. See more here.

Not the most exciting of the group, but fun at parties! Ok…no…

Designed and fabricated in a single night, their card contains all the parts needed to build a brushless DC motor. The only downside to the design is that you need a separate controller to actually make it run, however Im sure that could be fit into a second card.

Designed and fabricated in a single night, their card contains all the parts needed to build a brushless DC motor. The only downside to the design is that you need a separate controller to actually make it run, however I'm sure that could be fit into a second card.

A project board to make simple microcontrollers.

A project board to make simple microcontrollers.

Augmented Business Card from jonas on Vimeo.

Combination business card and drawing template for organic chemistry

Combination business card and drawing template for organic chemistry

This makes sense for a mechanical engineer, but it looks like fun for kids and adults alike: make a business card (or scrap cardboard) into a small paper stock rubber band catapult!

This makes sense for a mechanical engineer, but it looks like fun for kids and adults alike: make a business card (or scrap cardboard) into a small paper stock rubber band catapult!

Another great idea for a business card, Adrians laser-cut card transforms into a handy little caliper.

Another great idea for a business card, Adrian's laser-cut card transforms into a handy little caliper.

A famous hacker needs a famous card, right?

A famous hacker needs a famous card, right?

Here is a link to another 24 creative business card ideas

See you tomorrow!


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