Design

November 30, 2024

Street Artist JR Designs Stunning Carriage for the Orient Express

French photographer and street artist JR, known for his signature black-and-white photographic images, has taken his work on the move, specifically onto the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (VSOE). In his collaboration with this private luxury train service, JR designed an entire train carriage suite called L’Observatoire. His project—manifested as a creative, cozy space filled with micro-environments—was founded upon the vision of the original carriage designers, giving the train a pre-1945 feel.

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November 22, 2024

Surreal Limited-Edition Tech Accessories Inspired by Dalí’s Paintings

In 1931, the surrealist Salvador Dalí painted what would become one of his most renowned artworks: The Persistence of Memory. The iconic painting has inspired everything from enamel pins to action figures, and, most recently, a collaboration between the artist’s estate and the electronic accessories company CASETiFY. The Salvador Dalí x CASETiFY collection cleverly reimagines Dalí’s The Persistence of Memory, with a playful phone case and watch case shaped just like melting clocks.

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November 20, 2024

Innovative Tent Inflates in Under Two Minutes and Offers Perfect Solution To Camping Hassles

According to Statistica, more than 50 million U.S. Americans went camping in 2023, and over twice as many people camped in tents rather than RVs. Despite their evident popularity, tents can also be a challenge to build, demanding time that could otherwise be spent enjoying the outdoors. A new inflatable tent seeks to address this problem, minimizing the potential hassles of camping.

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November 11, 2024

Optical Illusion Tattoos Look Like Symbols Stamped Deep Into the Wear’s Skin

British tattoo artist Daniel Gulliver is known for his mind-bending optical illusion tattoos that make it look like words or symbols are pressed right into the skin. His signature “debossed” effect is so realistic you’d swear it’s actually 3D—but it’s all just clever shading and skilled tattoo work. From bold 3D lettering to adorable characters and striking symbols, there’s nothing Gulliver can’t transform into a debossed tattoo.

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