Posts by Kristine Mitchell

Architecture
December 2, 2015

Eco-friendly "Hobbit Hole" Homes Can Be Built in 3 Days

Have you ever fantasized about living deep in the ground, in one of the cosy hobbit holes that J.R. R. Tolkien so richly describes in his novels? A company named Green Magic Homes is giving their customers the opportunity to do just that, with their easy to assemble pre-fabricated structures that can be covered with soil, to create a charming home any hobbit would be happy to reside in. Possibly the best part?

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Architecture
November 29, 2015

Luxurious Korean Tent Pods Expand the World of “Glamorous Camping”

Some like to experience nature by getting up close and personal to the grit and grime, but for the rest of the population the answer lies in the trend of glamorous camping or “glamping” which combines the majesty of the great outdoors with the comforts of luxury travel. A South Korean company called Archiworkshop recently launched a tent series, appropriately titled “Glamping for Glampers”  that has a sleek eco-friendly (but still lavish)

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Science
November 24, 2015

Mysterious Poodle Moth Looks Like a Real-Life Fairy

This fuzzy creature is equal parts adorable and puzzling, making you question the line between reality and science fiction. Setting the internet on fire due to its bizarre resemblance to a Pokemon or demonic Furby, meet the mysterious Venezuelan Poodle Moth. First discovered in 2009 by zoologist Arthur Anker of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, an enigmatic snapshot of the strange little guy quickly made its rounds online.

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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.