Posts by Eugene Kim

Eugene Kim

Eugene Kim is the Editor-in-Chief of My Modern Met. In May, 2008, he co-founded the website to create one big city that celebrates creative ideas. His mission is to promote a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.
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February 9, 2010

Modern Architecture: Periscope House (13 pics)

London-based Marks Barfield Architects have designed a house where sections can be elevated like a periscope at the touch of a button. Called Villa Hush Hush, the building would be divided into four rectangular zones, two of which could be elevated. A mechanism would push the support columns out of the ground, elevating parts of the building by up to 131 feet (40 meters).

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January 22, 2010

Everyday Objects Come Alive – Part 2 (20 pics)

Terry Border is a creative genius. Taking everyday objects, he adds bended wires to create satirical masterpieces. When we asked where gets his ideas, he replied, “Basically, I get ideas for photographs when everyday objects remind me of something else. Then I try to think about how I can show others the connection I made.

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Art
January 16, 2010

Magnificent Paper Sculptures (5 pics)

Dutch artist Paula Arntzen is an incredibly skilled paper artist. Only after countless hours of studying and observing the special characteristics of paper was she able to create these contemporary light sculptures. All of these were entirely handcrafted before being screen-printed with fluorescent ink. The results are stunning!

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January 6, 2010

Modern Architecture – The Longest Arch Bridge in the World

Already home to the world's tallest building, Dubai is preparing for a record-breaking arch bridge. Inspired by desert dunes, the Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Crossing will stretch one mile long (667 m), with an arch 672 feet (205 meters) high and 2200 feet (667 m) long. It outreaches China's current record holder, the Chaotianmen Yangtze River Crossing, by 410 feet (125 m).

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.