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.
Design
March 2, 2011

Ultimate Pirate Ship Bedroom (14 pics)

Designer Steve Kuhl fulfills every boy's fantasy with this insanely cool pirate ship bedroom. The six-year-old occupant from Minnesota chose between a space ship, race car, castle, and pirate ship. Most of us would probably agree, he made an excellent decision. The main feature of the room is the incredible floating pirate ship.

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Uncategorized
January 5, 2011

Interview: Levitation by Franck Bohbot

Last week, we featured this excellent black and white series titled Levitation by Franck Bohbot. The French photographer traveled to Paris, Madrid, New York and Barcelona to take these “magical” shots. I recently had the pleasure of catching up with Franck and he was kind enough to answer some of the following questions… Can you please introduce yourself?

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Design
December 14, 2010

Awesome Toy Soldier Costume (2 pics)

This bright green toy solider costume is totally awesome! The glossy paint really sells the illusion that the guy is made of plastic. This gives the real-life Banksy panting a run for its money for best costume of the year!

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Art
December 3, 2010

Scotland’s Giant Mermaid (8 photos)

Standing 33 feet tall, a giant metal mermaid guards the entrance to the Scottish town of Cumbernauld. Her name is Arria, and she is beautiful. Designed by English sculptor Andy Scott, Arria stretches out her arms towards the town as if to protect it. The sculpture costs over $400,000, but residents are hopeful that she will bring them prosperity and good luck.

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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.