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.
March 27, 2009

15 Funny and Creative Exam Papers

Although these kids probably got an F on these exams, they should of got an A+ for creativity. These exam papers remind me of the past when we were all stuck in boring classrooms taking tests that were pretty pointless. Credit to the kids who made the best of the situation and had the guts to turn these exam papers in.

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March 17, 2009

Urban Street Art – The Ophans by AT.AW.

The Orphans' is an art series by AT.AW. that involves adhering temporary paper drawings to enliven the urban environment. The act of “consuming” ubiquitous urban objects creates a whimsical layer to the often mediocre or bland design of urban infrastructure. This intense massing creates a provocative singular wall paper effect, delightfully animating the experience of the object.

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February 25, 2009

Modern Design – Invisible Streetlight by Jongoh Lee

Wouldn't it be nice if dark streets were illuminated by these beautiful, photosynthetic leaves? That's the concept behind Jongoh Lee's “invisible streetlight.” The flexible body of the solar-powered light is designed to directly wrap around a tree branch with no support required, seamlessly blending into the surrounding environment. The leaves store the sun's energy throughout the day and then bursts with light when darkness arrives.

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