Design*Sponge takes a look at the art of hand fans!

Design*Sponge takes a look at the art of hand fans!

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#32386
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Here's a really weird music video that I came across today, a laid back yet upbeat shoegazey track called Loveshines II by the band Sunset. Enjoy!

Here's a really weird music video that I came across today, a laid back yet upbeat shoegazey track called Loveshines II by the band Sunset. Enjoy!

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#32385
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IKNOgrid is a new, smart and unconventional software to remotely manage renewable energies.

VIDEOIKNOgrid is a new, smart and unconventional software to remotely manage renewable energies.

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#32384
problem!
Boxes in the house. The idea of this project from Progettospore is really simple, it consists of using the perimeter walls of the house (including the attic) as the physical limit within which boxes will be introduced.

Boxes in the house. The idea of this project from Progettospore is really simple, it consists of using the perimeter walls of the house (including the attic) as the physical limit within which boxes will be introduced.

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#32383
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Crude Awakening - some very strong photography from Jane Fulton Alt,  an artist directly affected by the oil spill

Crude Awakening - some very strong photography from Jane Fulton Alt, an artist directly affected by the oil spill

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#32382
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Dita Von Teese is back whith Perrier in an interactive web site... On this site we are invited to join Dita in the “Perrier Mansion for a sensual experience, exciting and unique.

Dita Von Teese is back whith Perrier in an interactive web site... On this site we are invited to join Dita in the “Perrier Mansion for a sensual experience, exciting and unique.

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#32381
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New carbon fiber downhill longboard (SocBoarding Carbon #1) by Louis Bradier.

New carbon fiber downhill longboard (SocBoarding Carbon #1) by Louis Bradier.

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#32380
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Beautiful black and white imagery of the Northern Hemisphere by Daniel Hadiwibawa.

Beautiful black and white imagery of the Northern Hemisphere by Daniel Hadiwibawa.

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#32379
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Sea, Modernism and Sun. Discover a vintage modernist paradise, the newly renovated La Banane Hotel in St Barth, French West Indies.

Sea, Modernism and Sun. Discover a vintage modernist paradise, the newly renovated La Banane Hotel in St Barth, French West Indies.

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#32378
problem!
The most comfortable high heels TORSION HEEL will be released by Adidas Y-3 soon. Adidas Y-3 is a collaborative brand of Adidas and Yoji YAMAMOTO.

The most comfortable high heels TORSION HEEL will be released by Adidas Y-3 soon. Adidas Y-3 is a collaborative brand of Adidas and Yoji YAMAMOTO.

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#32377
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SUCK UK Apron Cooking Guides ~ all the info you need - just look down!

SUCK UK Apron Cooking Guides ~ all the info you need - just look down!

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#32376
problem!
The focus of Cilicon Faytory's  Coco collection is the use of unique newly invented natural coconut fiber as raw material through molding technology.

The focus of Cilicon Faytory's Coco collection is the use of unique newly invented natural coconut fiber as raw material through molding technology.

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#32375
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V Magazine goes Scratch Off Logo for their Sexy Body Issue Covers ~ online orders only.

V Magazine goes Scratch Off Logo for their Sexy Body Issue Covers ~ online orders only.

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#32374
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Red Dot announces this year's Product Design Winners! An amazing collection of designs.

Red Dot announces this year's Product Design Winners! An amazing collection of designs.

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#32373
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This week’s Notcouture  roundup is full of drama and includes some exceptional shoes, bold accessories and plenty of style.

FEATUREDThis week’s Notcouture roundup is full of drama and includes some exceptional shoes, bold accessories and plenty of style.

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#32372
problem!
Benjamin Ducroz's 'Phosphene' and his 'Mimicry' stop-cycle  videos are simply impressive.

Benjamin Ducroz's 'Phosphene' and his 'Mimicry' stop-cycle videos are simply impressive.

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#32371
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Shawnimals Wee Ninjas are going Ninjatown blind box this summer over at Kid Robot!

Shawnimals Wee Ninjas are going Ninjatown blind box this summer over at Kid Robot!

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#32370
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'Cumulus and Foam' font by Stefan Kjartansson (Black Slabbath).

'Cumulus and Foam' font by Stefan Kjartansson (Black Slabbath).

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#32369
problem!
Car football in the Hyundai World Championship 2010. Played out as a series of ITV sponsorship idents in the FIFA World Cup 2010. Commentary from Peter Brackley. Creative by M&C Saatchi.

Car football in the Hyundai World Championship 2010. Played out as a series of ITV sponsorship idents in the FIFA World Cup 2010. Commentary from Peter Brackley. Creative by M&C Saatchi.

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#32368
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The new LEED Platinum Paul Smith Children’s Village at the Botanic Gardens in Cheyenne, Wyoming is a hands on and interactive place where learning about the environment is woven into every aspect of the garden.

The new LEED Platinum Paul Smith Children’s Village at the Botanic Gardens in Cheyenne, Wyoming is a hands on and interactive place where learning about the environment is woven into every aspect of the garden.

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#32367
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Chanel's impressive lion at the Grand Palais, Paris was a highlight of the 2010/2011 Fall/Winter fashion show.

VIDEOChanel's impressive lion at the Grand Palais, Paris was a highlight of the 2010/2011 Fall/Winter fashion show.

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#32366
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Comprised of nearly 100 eight-foot weather balloons, a dozen 22-foot steel poles, and rope, White Cloud was a soft, organic complement to the symmetrical grandness of the Museum.

Comprised of nearly 100 eight-foot weather balloons, a dozen 22-foot steel poles, and rope, White Cloud was a soft, organic complement to the symmetrical grandness of the Museum.

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#32365
problem!
Hennessy limited edition V.S. flask sleeves, a “first of its kind, protected by a silicon “skin” ~ see closeups of the impressive details as well as early design sketches and renders.

FEATUREDHennessy limited edition V.S. flask sleeves, a “first of its kind, protected by a silicon “skin” ~ see closeups of the impressive details as well as early design sketches and renders.

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#32364
problem!
The Adidas Camera! 3 lenses + A guillotine shutter + Medium format 120film = Sick skateboarding action shots

The Adidas Camera! 3 lenses + A guillotine shutter + Medium format 120film = Sick skateboarding action shots

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#32363
problem!
Beautiful new underground ads that dodge the obvious.

Beautiful new underground ads that dodge the obvious.

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#32362
problem!
Artek goes Glossy Black with the latest collection ~ just as noteworthy? Check out the intriguingly scenic product pics!

FEATUREDArtek goes Glossy Black with the latest collection ~ just as noteworthy? Check out the intriguingly scenic product pics!

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#32361
problem!
Portland based artists Anna Gray and Ryan Paulsen take classic works of literature and draw out each instance of color into brilliant visual indexes.

Portland based artists Anna Gray and Ryan Paulsen take classic works of literature and draw out each instance of color into brilliant visual indexes.

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#32360
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A mini fridge to keep your Veuve Clicquot champagne cold. So cool !

A mini fridge to keep your Veuve Clicquot champagne cold. So cool !

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#32359
problem!
“Bendable bike can tie itself onto a lamp post.” (Well except, you know, technically you’d have to tie it on.)

“Bendable bike can tie itself onto a lamp post.” (Well except, you know, technically you’d have to tie it on.)

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#32358
problem!
The Halo bicycle lock by designer Steve Hunt. Love your bike.

The Halo bicycle lock by designer Steve Hunt. Love your bike.

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#32357
problem!
New Rings from The Harbinger Co.

New Rings from The Harbinger Co.

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#32356
problem!
The bowerbird is nature's starchitect. The males of the various species build these elaborate and OCD influenced 'bowers' adorned with collections of all sorts of colorful stuff. All this to woo potential mates.

The bowerbird is nature's starchitect. The males of the various species build these elaborate and OCD influenced 'bowers' adorned with collections of all sorts of colorful stuff. All this to woo potential mates.

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#32355
problem!
Great images of New Species, "Living Fossils" Found in Atlantic by National Geographic.

Great images of New Species, "Living Fossils" Found in Atlantic by National Geographic.

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#32354
problem!
It's a cardboard picnic box! Boxal comes with  fully compostable utensils, plates, cups, containers and napkins available in Urban Picnic, Today’s Date, and Office Escape.

It's a cardboard picnic box! Boxal comes with fully compostable utensils, plates, cups, containers and napkins available in Urban Picnic, Today’s Date, and Office Escape.

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#32353
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Designers awarded in the Design Parade 05. These designs won the Grand Prix du jury, Group SEB Design Award, Veuve Clicquot Award, and Award of the Public.

Designers awarded in the Design Parade 05. These designs won the Grand Prix du jury, Group SEB Design Award, Veuve Clicquot Award, and Award of the Public.

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#32352
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Jack Zylkin's  'USBTypewriter' kit turns old manual typewriters into iPad keyboards.

Jack Zylkin's 'USBTypewriter' kit turns old manual typewriters into iPad keyboards.

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#32351
problem!
BDDP&Fils and Fondation Abbée Pierre have created an homeless ice sculpture witch is actually melting in front of the Pyramide du Louvre.

BDDP&Fils and Fondation Abbée Pierre have created an homeless ice sculpture witch is actually melting in front of the Pyramide du Louvre.

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#32350
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This concept was to make a play on the words Augmented Reality. Creating pixel art that resembles QR codes from Augmented Reality.

This concept was to make a play on the words Augmented Reality. Creating pixel art that resembles QR codes from Augmented Reality.

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#32349
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Dell computers has teamed up with Threadless for ten new laptop computer designs. See all 11 designs.

Dell computers has teamed up with Threadless for ten new laptop computer designs. See all 11 designs.

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#32348
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Shriiimp.com = Graffiti + Body Art. First live showcase of art that moves from state to state like a rock band. [FYI totally NSFW]

Shriiimp.com = Graffiti + Body Art. First live showcase of art that moves from state to state like a rock band. [FYI totally NSFW]

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#32347
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What if the graphics on your mobile seemed to have real depth? Imagine tilting your mobile to look behind objects in the GUI. Eye-tracking and the real 3D capabilities of TAT Cascades open new possibilities.

VIDEOWhat if the graphics on your mobile seemed to have real depth? Imagine tilting your mobile to look behind objects in the GUI. Eye-tracking and the real 3D capabilities of TAT Cascades open new possibilities.

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#32346
problem!
The "Urban Abstract" project won a Design Gold Lion at Cannes International Advertising Festival 2010. Enter the city life through fluids and rays of light. Wonderful.

The "Urban Abstract" project won a Design Gold Lion at Cannes International Advertising Festival 2010. Enter the city life through fluids and rays of light. Wonderful.

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#32345
problem!
As most who live in or visit Lisbon and most southern European cities know, there exists an eagle-eyed population of women who spend their days keeping watch over the street. Senioritas is a intervention about that, human CCTV cameras.

As most who live in or visit Lisbon and most southern European cities know, there exists an eagle-eyed population of women who spend their days keeping watch over the street. Senioritas is a intervention about that, human CCTV cameras.

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#32344
problem!
The beautiful offices designed by Jump Studio for health care advertising agency Langland.

The beautiful offices designed by Jump Studio for health care advertising agency Langland.

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#32343
problem!
Can Volkswagen get more people to take the stairs over the escalator by making it fun to do? Part of their Fun Theory campaign

Can Volkswagen get more people to take the stairs over the escalator by making it fun to do? Part of their Fun Theory campaign

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#32342
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Incredible World Cup installation by Nike ~ this Ball Man is made of 5500 individually suspended footballs ~ and they will all go to local community programs after the tournament!

FEATUREDIncredible World Cup installation by Nike ~ this Ball Man is made of 5500 individually suspended footballs ~ and they will all go to local community programs after the tournament!

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#32341
problem!
KHUAN+KTRON cover designs for Knack Weekend Magazine featuring the colorful maps of Italy, Iceland, France, Ireland and Greece. Check out those amazing details!

KHUAN+KTRON cover designs for Knack Weekend Magazine featuring the colorful maps of Italy, Iceland, France, Ireland and Greece. Check out those amazing details!

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#32340
problem!
I love Jeremy Kohm's palette and subjects. Beautiful photography.

I love Jeremy Kohm's palette and subjects. Beautiful photography.

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#32339
problem!
MB&F Horological Machine No4 Thunderbolt ~ wow. The details are pretty insane on this sculptural new watch.

FEATUREDMB&F Horological Machine No4 Thunderbolt ~ wow. The details are pretty insane on this sculptural new watch.

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#32338
problem!
The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has launched interactive murals to inspire Americans to book a Canadian vacation. These murals have taken over the streets of New York, Chicago and Los Angeles.

The Canadian Tourism Commission (CTC) has launched interactive murals to inspire Americans to book a Canadian vacation. These murals have taken over the streets of New York, Chicago and Los Angeles.

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#32337
problem!
A futuristic interior of Hotel Puerta América, Madrid, digitally designed and manufactured by Zaha Hadid. The organic fluidity of the interior's form is representative of her amazing work.

A futuristic interior of Hotel Puerta América, Madrid, digitally designed and manufactured by Zaha Hadid. The organic fluidity of the interior's form is representative of her amazing work.

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#32336
problem!
In Kirchberg Park - Luxembourg, Polaris Architects have designed this Kiosk. A concrete and colorful building facing the landscape.

In Kirchberg Park - Luxembourg, Polaris Architects have designed this Kiosk. A concrete and colorful building facing the landscape.

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#32335
problem!
Mongoose Studios latest  project uses 12 iPod Touches to create a widescreen movie watching display for viewers, and the entire project is controlled by a master iPod Touch that triggers the movie to play.

Mongoose Studios latest project uses 12 iPod Touches to create a widescreen movie watching display for viewers, and the entire project is controlled by a master iPod Touch that triggers the movie to play.

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#32334
problem!
Noma's pickled vegetables, smoked bone marrow, flowers and herbs is just one of the reasons why René Redzepi’s restaurant being hailed as the “best restaurant in the world”.

Noma's pickled vegetables, smoked bone marrow, flowers and herbs is just one of the reasons why René Redzepi’s restaurant being hailed as the “best restaurant in the world”.

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#32333
problem!
New Living: Living by the water, on the water, submerged in the water: For Mike Bouchet, what sounds like new housing concepts was initially a sunken art installation.

New Living: Living by the water, on the water, submerged in the water: For Mike Bouchet, what sounds like new housing concepts was initially a sunken art installation.

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#32332
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Scotch-tapping the icon. Anti-Breuer chairs by Italian designer Andrea Magnani for Resign.

Scotch-tapping the icon. Anti-Breuer chairs by Italian designer Andrea Magnani for Resign.

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#32331
problem!
plug your electric guitar into the irig, plug the irig into an iphone, and instantly simulate amps, pedals, and effects.

plug your electric guitar into the irig, plug the irig into an iphone, and instantly simulate amps, pedals, and effects.

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#32330
problem!
Edward Suzuki Associates have designed the Shimogamo House in Kyoto, Japan.

Edward Suzuki Associates have designed the Shimogamo House in Kyoto, Japan.

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#32329
problem!
Denis Zilber, illustrator and design artist from Tel Aviv, Israel. Zilber’s art mainly comes from commercial contracts like the UK Jewish Film Festival. His work is satirical while maintaining a serious level of purity and dignity.

Denis Zilber, illustrator and design artist from Tel Aviv, Israel. Zilber’s art mainly comes from commercial contracts like the UK Jewish Film Festival. His work is satirical while maintaining a serious level of purity and dignity.

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#32328
problem!
Elecom mini cube-shaped 100V AC USB charger for your iPod or iPhone or other USB devices

Elecom mini cube-shaped 100V AC USB charger for your iPod or iPhone or other USB devices

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#32327
problem!
Illuminate your home with natural daylight – in style. The VELUX sun tunnel by Lovegrove is a designer lamp that uses the sun as a bulb.

Illuminate your home with natural daylight – in style. The VELUX sun tunnel by Lovegrove is a designer lamp that uses the sun as a bulb.

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#32326
problem!
Gerard Caris's Pentagonism series - a nice mix of Geometry and art. Nice visual inspiration.

Gerard Caris's Pentagonism series - a nice mix of Geometry and art. Nice visual inspiration.

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#32325
problem!
'CableBox Mini' by Bluelounge. A smaller version of the ever popular CableBox. This unit is convenient for smaller clusters of cables and includes a short 4-socket surge protector.

'CableBox Mini' by Bluelounge. A smaller version of the ever popular CableBox. This unit is convenient for smaller clusters of cables and includes a short 4-socket surge protector.

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#32324
problem!
 'Airflake' by Stefan Borselius is a sound absorbing screen made from molded fiber felt.  Create your own Airflake pattern through the 'configurator'  tool.

'Airflake' by Stefan Borselius is a sound absorbing screen made from molded fiber felt. Create your own Airflake pattern through the 'configurator' tool.

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#32323
problem!
A cool street art piece by Sly2 seen in Vitry, France.

A cool street art piece by Sly2 seen in Vitry, France.

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#32322
problem!
Heckler Design @Rest for iPad supports your iPad in portrait or landscape orientation at angles ideal for the side table or countertop. Built from precisely cut steel with a beautiful, durable powdercoat finish.

Heckler Design @Rest for iPad supports your iPad in portrait or landscape orientation at angles ideal for the side table or countertop. Built from precisely cut steel with a beautiful, durable powdercoat finish.

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#32321
problem!
A cardboard installation by the designers from Campaign : Foldaway Bookshop is a specialist architecture bookshop.

A cardboard installation by the designers from Campaign : Foldaway Bookshop is a specialist architecture bookshop.

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#32320
problem!
"Quadra" lamp by Lahumière Design. Made of cut and folded steel, this table lamp reveals its complex volume from different points of view.

"Quadra" lamp by Lahumière Design. Made of cut and folded steel, this table lamp reveals its complex volume from different points of view.

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#32319
problem!
DI CORTE wooden chair by Italian designers Andrea Magnani & Giovanni Delvecchio.

DI CORTE wooden chair by Italian designers Andrea Magnani & Giovanni Delvecchio.

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#32318
problem!
Japanese street magician Şhinya create some street magic with an iPad

Japanese street magician Şhinya create some street magic with an iPad

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#32317
problem!
kubrick releases a look at the prototypes for their upcoming harry potter line for december 2010.

kubrick releases a look at the prototypes for their upcoming harry potter line for december 2010.

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#32316
problem!
This is the design of chairs and tables made from pieces of wood and resin strips that glow in the dark color. Designed by Giancarlo Zema and exhibited at the Milan Furniture Fair.

This is the design of chairs and tables made from pieces of wood and resin strips that glow in the dark color. Designed by Giancarlo Zema and exhibited at the Milan Furniture Fair.

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#32315
problem!
Leikier, one glorious example of retro bicycle design by Danish atellier Velorbis. Zig and zag, one day you will be mine!

Leikier, one glorious example of retro bicycle design by Danish atellier Velorbis. Zig and zag, one day you will be mine!

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#32314
problem!
Super Mario in the street. Really nice After Effects work by SurfAp.

VIDEOSuper Mario in the street. Really nice After Effects work by SurfAp.

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#32313
problem!
Khan Shatyr Entertainment Centre designed by Norman Foster architects is the world's tallest tensile structure. It is recently unveiled in Kazakhstan.

Khan Shatyr Entertainment Centre designed by Norman Foster architects is the world's tallest tensile structure. It is recently unveiled in Kazakhstan.

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#32312
problem!
Parasitic guerrilla homes take root inside the Arche de la Défense.

Parasitic guerrilla homes take root inside the Arche de la Défense.

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#32311
problem!
Playreport by IKEA has developed an interesting app called LEKAR ("games" in Swedish) for iPhone and iPod Touch. The goal is to get parents and children to actively play together. Smart!

Playreport by IKEA has developed an interesting app called LEKAR ("games" in Swedish) for iPhone and iPod Touch. The goal is to get parents and children to actively play together. Smart!

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#32310
problem!
A weed to one gardener might be a wildflower to another. The NYtimes explores some of our unplanted visitors.

A weed to one gardener might be a wildflower to another. The NYtimes explores some of our unplanted visitors.

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#32309
problem!
United Nude, a shoe company founded by Rem D. Koolhaas, designed the Lamborghini Countach 3-D renderings by decreasing its resolution. Similar techniques are used to create their Lo Res Shoe.

United Nude, a shoe company founded by Rem D. Koolhaas, designed the Lamborghini Countach 3-D renderings by decreasing its resolution. Similar techniques are used to create their Lo Res Shoe.

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#32308
problem!
Firewire Flexible Grilling Skewer ~ Who says kabobs have to be straight? Firewire makes a great way to make better use of your precious grill space.

Firewire Flexible Grilling Skewer ~ Who says kabobs have to be straight? Firewire makes a great way to make better use of your precious grill space.

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#32307
problem!
An attempt to transfer the literary qualities and meanings to an object, Małgorzata Mozolewska's work is a Tribute to Bohumil Hrabal.

An attempt to transfer the literary qualities and meanings to an object, Małgorzata Mozolewska's work is a Tribute to Bohumil Hrabal.

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#32306
problem!
Wet Circuits are power strips that are water resistant, and touch, spark and overheat protected.

Wet Circuits are power strips that are water resistant, and touch, spark and overheat protected.

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#32305
problem!
I love this Boattail Racer from Auditorium Toy Co. Designed by Brad Denboer and handcrafted and engineered in extremely limited, numbered editions in their Tucson studio.

I love this Boattail Racer from Auditorium Toy Co. Designed by Brad Denboer and handcrafted and engineered in extremely limited, numbered editions in their Tucson studio.

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#32304
problem!
Diacarta - One of the most beautiful Apps for the iPhone I have seen.  Intuitive to use and a perfectly simple planner.

Diacarta - One of the most beautiful Apps for the iPhone I have seen. Intuitive to use and a perfectly simple planner.

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#32303
problem!
All of your raygun-related needs and desires may be easily fulfilled by Budget Raygun.  Be ready.

All of your raygun-related needs and desires may be easily fulfilled by Budget Raygun. Be ready.

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#32302
problem!
Stay is a new hotel in Copenhagen that was previously a bustling artistic hub called the A House.

Stay is a new hotel in Copenhagen that was previously a bustling artistic hub called the A House.

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#32301
problem!
Shine Advertising Co. dress up the pocket knives they send out as promotional materials. Gorgeous and nostalgic!

Shine Advertising Co. dress up the pocket knives they send out as promotional materials. Gorgeous and nostalgic!

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#32300
problem!
Designed and built by Aarhus School of Architecture students in Danemark, "Be Paletto" is a temporary pavilion made of hundreds of overlapped wooden pallets. Between architecture and furniture.

Designed and built by Aarhus School of Architecture students in Danemark, "Be Paletto" is a temporary pavilion made of hundreds of overlapped wooden pallets. Between architecture and furniture.

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#32299
problem!
Inwindow Outdoor First to Use 3D Gesture Technology in Outdoor Campaign; the campaign is part of the launch of Disney’s Sorcerer’s Apprentice.

Inwindow Outdoor First to Use 3D Gesture Technology in Outdoor Campaign; the campaign is part of the launch of Disney’s Sorcerer’s Apprentice.

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#32298
problem!
The idea of Loll is to transfer the idea of stretching metal from 2D to 3D into furniture solutions. Stretching the laser cut steel sheet up to maximal strain creates a static equilibrium. E27 make both a lounger and coffee table.

The idea of Loll is to transfer the idea of stretching metal from 2D to 3D into furniture solutions. Stretching the laser cut steel sheet up to maximal strain creates a static equilibrium. E27 make both a lounger and coffee table.

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#32297
problem!
Only Doors by dutch designer Chris Ruhe is a small wooden cabinet made of 17 old doors.

Only Doors by dutch designer Chris Ruhe is a small wooden cabinet made of 17 old doors.

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#32296
problem!
Cool little Anchor Guy figure by MoShape - made using Shapeways 3D printing technologies - nice.

Cool little Anchor Guy figure by MoShape - made using Shapeways 3D printing technologies - nice.

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#32295
problem!
Students from the Geneva University of Art and Design (HEAD) created this aquarium: an object that is both a decorative object for humans and a house for fishes.

Students from the Geneva University of Art and Design (HEAD) created this aquarium: an object that is both a decorative object for humans and a house for fishes.

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#32294
problem!
Laurel Roth presents an ongoing collection of carved and crocheted-yarn-clothed birds by the name of "Biodiversity Reclamation Suits for Urban Pigeons." - Some very fancy feathered friends here. Very fancy.

Laurel Roth presents an ongoing collection of carved and crocheted-yarn-clothed birds by the name of "Biodiversity Reclamation Suits for Urban Pigeons." - Some very fancy feathered friends here. Very fancy.

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#32293
problem!
Saffire Freycinet looks stunning! A new luxury resort that has just-opened on Tasmania’s East Coast.

Saffire Freycinet looks stunning! A new luxury resort that has just-opened on Tasmania’s East Coast.

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#32292
problem!
Lot's of lovely new work posted at The Tree House Press, www.tthp.org. Make sure to stop by, ramen is on me!

Lot's of lovely new work posted at The Tree House Press, www.tthp.org. Make sure to stop by, ramen is on me!

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#32291
problem!
honchaymoi's conceptual vision of what Adobe's offices might look like.

honchaymoi's conceptual vision of what Adobe's offices might look like.

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#32290
problem!
Likea is a pinhole camera made to look like a Leica camera.

Likea is a pinhole camera made to look like a Leica camera.

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#32289
problem!
Mr. Spray ~ new StrangeCo figure by Obey/Shepard Fairey!

Mr. Spray ~ new StrangeCo figure by Obey/Shepard Fairey!

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#32288
problem!
Renault has released details on its upcoming concept vehicle called DeZir. The DeZir (which sounds like 'desire' as it is pronounced in French) is meant to convey the new design language of the brand, according to Renault.

Renault has released details on its upcoming concept vehicle called DeZir. The DeZir (which sounds like 'desire' as it is pronounced in French) is meant to convey the new design language of the brand, according to Renault.

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#32287
problem!
Millions of tiny micron-sized magnets are embedded in each handful of Magnetic Thinking Putty. Use the included super-strong neodymium iron boron cube magnet to control the putty like a snake charmer.

Millions of tiny micron-sized magnets are embedded in each handful of Magnetic Thinking Putty. Use the included super-strong neodymium iron boron cube magnet to control the putty like a snake charmer.

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#32286
problem!
Wow! Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon LAPV 6.X Concept ~ Unveiled at the Eurosatory defense exposition in France, it is the latest armored military version of the legendary sport-ute.

Wow! Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon LAPV 6.X Concept ~ Unveiled at the Eurosatory defense exposition in France, it is the latest armored military version of the legendary sport-ute.

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#32285
problem!
War Design has created the Weemala wine which features a series of labels with hand illustrated native birds.

War Design has created the Weemala wine which features a series of labels with hand illustrated native birds.

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#32284
problem!
Best Buy + Despicable Me = minionatior translator!!! can't wait for the movie!!

Best Buy + Despicable Me = minionatior translator!!! can't wait for the movie!!

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#32283
problem!
Get a sneak peek inside award-winning design firm Objeti with this video daily diary!

Get a sneak peek inside award-winning design firm Objeti with this video daily diary!

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#32282
problem!
Winner for structural/sculptural integrity at the GSS Jell-O Mold Competition, Jelloware re-imagines the concept of drinking, and  imparts a new experience in the way it feels, tastes, smells, moves, and is even disposed of.

Winner for structural/sculptural integrity at the GSS Jell-O Mold Competition, Jelloware re-imagines the concept of drinking, and imparts a new experience in the way it feels, tastes, smells, moves, and is even disposed of.

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#32281
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Crossroads by Garvin Nolte “The video installation “crossroads (what to do)” deals with the influence of others onto one’s own path of life in an abstract way.” Amazing video you have to see!

FEATUREDCrossroads by Garvin Nolte “The video installation “crossroads (what to do)” deals with the influence of others onto one’s own path of life in an abstract way.” Amazing video you have to see!

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#32280
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'Seaweed' is a short and sweet video by UK's Tell No One...part of their Lo-Fi video experiments.

'Seaweed' is a short and sweet video by UK's Tell No One...part of their Lo-Fi video experiments.

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#32279
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Fabian Neuhaus of the Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis (CASA) at University College London (UCL) has created interactive “topographic” Twitter maps of London, Paris, New York, and Munich based on the density of tweets in each city.

Fabian Neuhaus of the Centre for Advanced Spatial Analysis (CASA) at University College London (UCL) has created interactive “topographic” Twitter maps of London, Paris, New York, and Munich based on the density of tweets in each city.

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#32278
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Stay Hungry Stay Foolish – This iconic message first appeared on the back cover of the very last issue of the Whole Earth Catalogue in 1974. In his 2005 Stanford University commencement speech, Steve Jobs called the publication Google in paperback form. The farewell message captures our attitude here at Sistine perfectly. Stay hungry, stay foolish.

Stay Hungry Stay Foolish – This iconic message first appeared on the back cover of the very last issue of the Whole Earth Catalogue in 1974. In his 2005 Stanford University commencement speech, Steve Jobs called the publication Google in paperback form. The farewell message captures our attitude here at Sistine perfectly. Stay hungry, stay foolish.

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#32277
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Best iPhone box pinhole camera I've seen.

Best iPhone box pinhole camera I've seen.

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#32276
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The new city bike in carbon-fiber by Alberto Del Biondi Industria del Design for Le Coq Sportif

The new city bike in carbon-fiber by Alberto Del Biondi Industria del Design for Le Coq Sportif

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#32275
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BLANKS is a series of post-apocalyptic robot sculptures that artist Tyler Jackson creates from reclaimed wood and other found objects.

BLANKS is a series of post-apocalyptic robot sculptures that artist Tyler Jackson creates from reclaimed wood and other found objects.

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#32274
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Article 22's Peace Bomb Bracelets are made of the scrap metal from bombs dropped on Laos during the Vietnam War. Beautiful and safe to wear, these pieces tell a story of war and peace. Available to purchase via SMS thru Subports.

Article 22's Peace Bomb Bracelets are made of the scrap metal from bombs dropped on Laos during the Vietnam War. Beautiful and safe to wear, these pieces tell a story of war and peace. Available to purchase via SMS thru Subports.

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#32273
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"Blow away" vase by the Swedish FRONT Design Group.

"Blow away" vase by the Swedish FRONT Design Group.

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#32272
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SNAP! A delicious gingersnappy spirit! From the Art In The Age of Mechanical Reproduction guys that brought us ROOT! Here's a recipe for Ginger Rye!

SNAP! A delicious gingersnappy spirit! From the Art In The Age of Mechanical Reproduction guys that brought us ROOT! Here's a recipe for Ginger Rye!

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#32271
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Floody Bloody by Dima Loginoff - new horror clock.

Floody Bloody by Dima Loginoff - new horror clock.

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#32270
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The GSS Jell-O Mold Competition's 2010 winners.

The GSS Jell-O Mold Competition's 2010 winners.

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#32269
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Pterosail trike gears up for cross-country sailing adventure on wind/solar power. The Rediscovering America is an 4,500 km long trip that will begin in San Diego, California and take 6-8 weeks, ending in St. Augustine, Florida.

Read more: http://www.greendiary.com/entry/pterosail-gears-up-for-cross-country-sailing-adventure-on-wind-and-solar-power/#ixzz0sueATBTg

Pterosail trike gears up for cross-country sailing adventure on wind/solar power. The Rediscovering America is an 4,500 km long trip that will begin in San Diego, California and take 6-8 weeks, ending in St. Augustine, Florida.

Read more: http://www.greendiary.com/entry/pterosail-gears-up-for-cross-country-sailing-adventure-on-wind-and-solar-power/#ixzz0sueATBTg

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#32268
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Thabto's Buckle Up Key Holder. This wall mounted key holder is produced from discontinued car seat belt buckles.

Thabto's Buckle Up Key Holder. This wall mounted key holder is produced from discontinued car seat belt buckles.

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#32267
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Beautiful ferrous casting hot pad with traditional Japanese pattern.

Beautiful ferrous casting hot pad with traditional Japanese pattern.

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#32266
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s_pavilion by the Chelsea College of Art & Design's students is a structure constructed ofrom 200 Speedo swimming suits. Part of this year's Chelsea College undergraduate summer show and the London Festival of Architecture.

s_pavilion by the Chelsea College of Art & Design's students is a structure constructed ofrom 200 Speedo swimming suits. Part of this year's Chelsea College undergraduate summer show and the London Festival of Architecture.

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#32265
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Plated with a thin layer of 99% pure 24K, this pencil comes individually packaged in what looks like a bar of gold.

Plated with a thin layer of 99% pure 24K, this pencil comes individually packaged in what looks like a bar of gold.

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#32264
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Andrew Bell's Creature DSV-1 ~ adorable new limited edition print available in the Dead Zebra shop

Andrew Bell's Creature DSV-1 ~ adorable new limited edition print available in the Dead Zebra shop

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#32263
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Photographer Alex Prager takes her cinematic photography style and creates a short film starring Bryce Dallas Howard focusing on a woman in a state of despair.

Photographer Alex Prager takes her cinematic photography style and creates a short film starring Bryce Dallas Howard focusing on a woman in a state of despair.

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#32262
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Large ceramic fruit bowl Dino by Aldo Cibic for Italian Paola C.

Large ceramic fruit bowl Dino by Aldo Cibic for Italian Paola C.

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#32261
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Even power plants are stylish in The Netherlands. The tiles used on this building have energy related designs, aimed to educate the citizens on power consumption. Designed by Cie.

Even power plants are stylish in The Netherlands. The tiles used on this building have energy related designs, aimed to educate the citizens on power consumption. Designed by Cie.

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#32260
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Check this new commercial for Mazda2 by CHE Melbourne. A real pleasure for the scrapbooking fans !

Check this new commercial for Mazda2 by CHE Melbourne. A real pleasure for the scrapbooking fans !

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#32259
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"Hover Eco bench" by danish designer Kristoffer Kjær. A bench made of vertically positioned teak lamellae on a steel structure. Elegant and different.

"Hover Eco bench" by danish designer Kristoffer Kjær. A bench made of vertically positioned teak lamellae on a steel structure. Elegant and different.

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#32258
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Guz Architects have completed the Fish House in Singapore.

Guz Architects have completed the Fish House in Singapore.

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#32257
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This is because the "Motherchildbag" has two handles plus normal (hand and shoulder), another made for the child to hold.

This is because the "Motherchildbag" has two handles plus normal (hand and shoulder), another made for the child to hold.

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#32256
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Golly Pods: mod plant sculpture by Jason Lane & Tend ~ beautiful collaboration!

Golly Pods: mod plant sculpture by Jason Lane & Tend ~ beautiful collaboration!

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#32255
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"Staircase’d Credenza" by American designer Jason Phillips. A console with 3D skin made of hundreds of small wooden cubes.

"Staircase’d Credenza" by American designer Jason Phillips. A console with 3D skin made of hundreds of small wooden cubes.

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#32254
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David Turpin & Native Union's Moshi Moshi Curve MM02 Cellphone+VOIP Headset ~ perhaps the sleekest handset i've felt... the matte rubbery goodness feels amazing in your hand!

David Turpin & Native Union's Moshi Moshi Curve MM02 Cellphone+VOIP Headset ~ perhaps the sleekest handset i've felt... the matte rubbery goodness feels amazing in your hand!

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#32253
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Plus minus is a moody shelf that you can use to express your emotions because the shelf‘s form is the symbol for a smiley/frowny face.  Designed for Reykjavik Art Museum Design Competition.

Plus minus is a moody shelf that you can use to express your emotions because the shelf‘s form is the symbol for a smiley/frowny face. Designed for Reykjavik Art Museum Design Competition.

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#32252
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This week’s roundup captures a range of aesthetics, from bright and playful to dark and macabre.

FEATUREDThis week’s roundup captures a range of aesthetics, from bright and playful to dark and macabre.

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#32251
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The worlds fastest car. The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

The worlds fastest car. The Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

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#32250
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Cute collab  ~ Mimobots x The Standard ~ for a special little USB key

Cute collab ~ Mimobots x The Standard ~ for a special little USB key

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#32249
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SkyBar™ by Tools Design is a coolant-filled object used to chill a single glass of wine up to 20 times faster than the refrigerator.

SkyBar™ by Tools Design is a coolant-filled object used to chill a single glass of wine up to 20 times faster than the refrigerator.

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#32248
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In preparation for this year's competition, here are highlights from last year's International Aquatic Plant Layout Contest (IAPLC) which determines the top ranked 'Aquascapists' in the world.

In preparation for this year's competition, here are highlights from last year's International Aquatic Plant Layout Contest (IAPLC) which determines the top ranked 'Aquascapists' in the world.

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#32247
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Smash new extreme sport by Krzysztof Czajka.

Smash new extreme sport by Krzysztof Czajka.

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#32246
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A sculptural vase by Nervous System generated by reaction diffusion, a process which simulates how chemicals diffusing across a surface react with one another to produce stable patterns.

A sculptural vase by Nervous System generated by reaction diffusion, a process which simulates how chemicals diffusing across a surface react with one another to produce stable patterns.

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#32245
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"Asaf Weinbroom Studio" is established by industrial designer Asaf Weinbroom. The studio focuses on designing light elements made from wood in a handmade process.

"Asaf Weinbroom Studio" is established by industrial designer Asaf Weinbroom. The studio focuses on designing light elements made from wood in a handmade process.

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#32244
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Awesome 'National Liberation Movement' piece by Cuban artists Los Carpinteros.

Awesome 'National Liberation Movement' piece by Cuban artists Los Carpinteros.

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#32243
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