Architecture

Eating pistachios or olives usually means improvising a discard situation. Shells end up on napkins, side plates, or scattered across the coffee table, and by the time the bowl is empty, there’s a mess to clean up. Shared snack bowls at parties have the same problem: fresh food mixed with scraps, and everyone reaches in […]

Back in early 2024, John Tse designed a flying umbrella controlled by a remote, which seemed a completely out-of-the-box idea. However, some users pointed out that the umbrella should follow the person using it, to make it more practical, come rain or shine. The hands-free option of using a flying umbrella is far more exciting

Walking to the grocery store with a wire granny cart has always been practical but never particularly pleasant. The wheels rattle over every sidewalk crack, the wire basket looks like it escaped from a hardware aisle, and your tomatoes inevitably get crushed under a bag of potatoes. As more people ditch cars for walkable neighborhoods,

Book clubs thrive on intention, and 2026 is calling for a refresh. The ritual of reading together deserves more than cramped corners and harsh overhead lighting. Creating a dedicated reading nook transforms your literary habits from scattered moments into meaningful experiences. These five essentials blend form with function, turning any space into an inviting sanctuary

Sometimes the best things in life are worth waiting for, and in Ljubljana’s case, that meant nine years. The Water Sculpture LJ just opened in the heart of Slovenia’s capital, and honestly, it’s the kind of public art that makes you stop scrolling and actually want to see it in person. The project was realized

You know that metal umbrella stand gathering dust in your entryway? The one that’s been repurposed into a catch-all for tennis rackets, dog leashes, and that broken tripod you keep meaning to fix? Yeah, that one. Designer Aishwarya Ajith looked at this universal furniture problem and asked a brilliantly simple question: why do we need

A typical small studio or serious hobbyist handles printing across multiple devices and vendors. One machine for paper, maybe another for vinyl, a separate UV printer if you are lucky, and outsourcing for anything textured, cylindrical, or fabric-based. The friction adds up quickly, juggling vendors, minimum orders, and formats that do not quite align. Longer

Rezvani Motors stirred up the automotive market for armored vehicles in 2017 when they introduced the world to the Tank SUV. The promise of power, luxury, and security targeted for the ultra-rich and famous is barely challenged by other boutique brands like Paramount Marauder, Terradyne Gurkha, Conquest Evade and Karlmann King. Given the vulnerable world

The humble shipping container continues to prove its versatility in architecture, and Backcountry Containers’ latest project showcases just how much function can be packed into 20 feet of steel. The Teeny Tiny Haus, nestled in Stonewall, Texas, reimagines vacation living by squeezing a complete home for two into a single standard shipping container. This cleverly

In July 2024, an event in Mexico City called the Cheetos Cheesy Verse invited people to experience the Cheetos brand in person. The large installation, designed by PepsiCo, featured ten rooms, each with a unique theme. The concept was to create a fun, explorable space that represented the personality of the brand’s different snacks. Each