Posts by Katie Hosmer

Art
October 19, 2014

Interactive Installation Inspired by Ideas of a Geological World Below Sea Level

Breaking the Surface is a collaborative installation created by Kontur, Abida, Intek, Scandinavian Design Group, and Ctrl+N to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Norwegian oil company Lundin Norway. The installation combines design with advanced sensor technologies that provide an interactive experience for visitors. Spanning two levels, it can be viewed both from above and from below “the surface” in an abstract representation of the geological world below sea level.

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Art
October 17, 2014

Sleek Two-Legged Chair Design Demands Physical Activity While Seated

This two-legged chair appears a bit unstable to sit in but that was the intention of product designer Benoit Malta. The sleek, modern concept, entitled Inactivit, is meant to provide support while still engaging the body in some physical activity. While sitting in the wooden chair, users are forced to slightly engage their legs and core in order to maintain a balanced seat.

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Photography
October 15, 2014

Spectacular Black and White Portrayal of San Francisco in the 1940s and ’50s

In a post-war San Francisco, photographer Fred Lyon found that, everywhere he looked, he could capture the essence of the city through his camera lens. The wonderfully exhilarating culture during the 1940s and '50s was one of energy and lively spirit, as residents and visitors enjoyed the many activities that were missing or limited during the times of war.

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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.