Good design is everywhere these days. Great design—the objects, places and ideas that fuse functionality and aesthetics and then push the boundaries a step further to capture the imagination—is more elusive. Take a look at the standouts.

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Coca-Cola Blak

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Pearlfisher

Coke Blak

Last year Coca-Cola introduced this 8.5-oz. soft drink, a blend of Coke and coffee essence, in a sleek aluminum contour bottle by British design firm Pearlfisher. Aimed at adults, the bottle's graphics lend a sophisticated look to a company famous for its iconic red cans.

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