Popular Science launched its Future Lounge last night. I didn't have time to stick around for the launch event, which is unfortunate because they were giving away an in world version of the Nokia 770 and I'm a huge Nokia fan.



From the outside, the space is certainly imaginative. The goal of the Future Lounge is to create "a unique in-world destination showcasing cutting-edge technologies and futuristic designs—many of which exist in the real world only as ideas or prototypes." The roof of the structure features virtual versions of Skystream wind generators and a water feature.





The water on the roof is visible inside, creating a tranquil effect in the lounge area. The person who created the pose balls is a comic genius :)




Because their launch was in a few hours, they had some catering tables available. I sampled a Tech Tini and something from the chocolate fondue fountain. Why has no one solved the problem of not being able to have more than one object attached to a single body part? I always have to take off my paw to eat or drink :(




Out back there is a fabulous deck area including dozens of chairs to lounge on as you watch the solar powered video screen. There's also a flying windmill exhibit that you can read more about here.