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Vienna State Opera Unveils Their Latest Safety Curtain by Artist Anselm Kiefer

Each year since 1998, Austria’s Museum in Progress has chosen a world-renowned artist to transform the large central curtain (known as the “Safety Curtain”) in the Vienna State Opera building into a work of art. The nonprofit art initiative transforms the fire protection wall between the stage and the auditorium of the Vienna State Opera into a temporary exhibition space for contemporary art. The…

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Proof That A Rotating House Doesn't Have to be Ugly.

There are a few well-known rotating or revolving solar-powered homes amongst architecture enthusiasts. Most cite that the homes follow the path of the sun so they can be warm in the winter and cool in the summer. But many of these homes lack an appealing aesthetic and look either “retro-futuristic” or are just plain unattractive. But not the Drehhaus Kylie by architects Peter Gronych + Yvonne…

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Stunning 360° Rotating Bookcase Made of Solid Wood

Having a bookcase in your home is a staple, even if you don’t read. But no one said it had to be a boring piece of furniture. This beautiful bookcase is not only useful, but it’s designed to be seen. The Albero Wood Rotating Bookcase, a stunning design that goes back to late 1950s, is available in two wood finishes. Albero Wood Rotating Bookcase Albero bookcase shown in Walnut, image: Poltrona…

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You Gotta Get Your Dog Rendered as a Retro Travel Poster by Jim Henderson.

Izzy and Hugo posters, ©jim henderson Like many creatives who work as art directors, designers and / or photographers, Minnesota-based Jim Henderson has embraced AI and begun a side business which is taking off better than he could have imagined. Combining two objects which have great appeal to many – dogs and retro-style travel posters – and infusing them with his style, digitally, he creates…

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Nesting? Try This Lighting Collection Inspired by Birds and Their Eggs

Designed in collaboration with Porta Romana, interior designer Kit Kemp‘s Rocking Robin Collection of home lighting, is inspired by Alexander Calder‘s mobile and sculpture designs. In lieu of Calder’s organic shapes, the lamps feature suspended porcelain nest-like eggs which give off a warm light, and are complimented with sculptural Robins. Rocking Robin Lighting Collection Rockin’ Robin large…

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Big Yellow Boots by CROCS for MSCHF

Holey Moly! After their success with the buzzy Big Red Boots, MSCHF brand is introducing a collab with Crocs for some Big Yellow Boots… with the footwear brand’s signature holes and heel strap. MSCHF x Crocs Big Yellow Boots The $450 MSCHF collaboration with Crocs for the Big Yellow Boots are being promoted by celeb Paris Hilton, who, of course, looks fabulous in them. Me? Not so much. Of the…

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Teens make Duct Tape Prom Outfits and the 2023 Finalists Are In!

Beginning with the pandemic quarantine back in 2020 the Duck Brand has held an annual scholarship contest called “Stuck at Prom” in which high school students compete for a scholarship by creating and wearing a gown or tux made of Duck® brand duct tape and/or Duck® brand crafting tape. Duct Tape Prom Outfits – The Finalists Last year’s 2022 “Stuck at Prom” Winner Larissa Leon in her duct tape…

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Geology Studio Makes Beautiful Wood Furniture for Vinyl Lovers

In Los Angeles a husband and wife run design studio named Geology makes locally crafted wood furniture that includes nicely designed credenzas and wall units to store and display your collection of vinyl. Founded in 2011 by husband and wife team, Adam and Vanessa Friedman, their well-crafted wood pieces inspired by Midcentury Modern Design are available in walnut or white oak. Geology Studio Wood…

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Bread Lovers Will Eat These Up! Pampshade Loaf Lights Made from Real Bread.

image courtesy of pampshade Yukiko Morita upcycles bread into creative lighting by partnering with bakeries and using day old baked goods for her collection. The artist first had the idea to create bread lights from real bread way back in 2007 when she was a student in the printmaking department at Kyoto City University of the Arts. In 2016, her “Pampshade” branded bread lamps were exhibited at…

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The Keyboard Waffle Iron Made To Satisfy Hungry Writers

Years ago an image in which an old corona typewriter had its keyboard replaced by a waffle iron (complete with cooked waffle) went viral. Discovered in graphic designer Chris Dimino’s online portfolio, many were quick to share it with others. The most popular blogs and George Takei’s Facebook page featured the image and the Corona-matic Waffle Iron received millions of views and generated…

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Those Fun Furry Replica Artworks Are Now Actual Wall Art

You might have seen what look like fun, furry replica artworks of da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, van Gogh‘s Starry Night and other masterworks advertised as wall art on certain social media platforms and sites. These invitingly tactile versions of classic art are being sold currently as “Fluffy Wall Art” by UK company Kahove, who describe their design directive as “recreating historical masterpieces in…

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Amazing Three Story Wedding Cake Pavilion In Which You Can Marry Is Now Complete.

A little over a year ago we told you about the Waddeson Wedding Cake Pavilion project by artist Joana Vasconcelos and we expressed how we couldn’t wait to see it finished. Not only is the art installation completed but it’s more intricate, colorful and beautiful than we could have imagined! It now ranks up there with one of the coolest places to get hitched. Waddeson Wedding Cake Pavilion The…

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(via Creature Carousel adorned with 15 million Swarovski crystals by Jaime Hayon)

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Creature Carousel adorned with 15 million Swarovski crystals by Jaime Hayon

It’s hard to beat the SeaGlass Carousel in NY when it comes to artistic merry-go-rounds, but the Swarovski Crystallized one in Austria by Spanish designer Jaime Hayon comes awfully close. Swarovski Crystallized Creature Carousel The Jaime Hayon Crystallized Carousel is a striking black and white modern take on the merry-go-round. An interactive art installation at Swarovski’s Kristallwelten…

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Pillow Talk. Positive Message Throw Pillows Are Adorable.

Instead of telling someone you think they’re great, capable, lovable or special with a greeting card or worse, a text, how about a throw pillow? It’s cute, functional and makes a lasting impression. And while there are an awful lot of cheesy hook pillows out there, we managed to find some that were not only aesthetically appealing but whose messaging is encouragement and positivity. We call them…

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Microdosing? Here's The Perfect Dinnerware For That.

The use of low sub-perceptual doses of psychedelics, aka microdosing*, has gained popularity in recent years, spurring microdosing dinner parties and get-togethers. Although when microdosing, you don’t feel the psychedelic effects one does when taking a full dose of ‘shrooms or dropping acid, we came across some dinnerware that will make you think you are: Seletti Classics on Acid. Classic…

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