Design

July 19, 2019

8 of the Best Museum Gift Shops You Can Browse Online

For centuries, museums have played a pivotal role in the preservation and presentation of art. In addition to maintaining collections, however, modern-day museums offer all kinds of extra goodies, including fun events, unique public programs, and, of course, gift shops! In the past, you likely perused these stores after a long day at the museum.

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July 13, 2019

Handcrafted Beach Jewelry Made from Real Sand and Resin

German designer Britta Boeckmann (of BoldB) creates sand and resin jewelry that captures the beauty of Australia's ocean landscapes. Lovingly handcrafted using real beach sand and blue resin, each piece from the Aqua Collection looks like a tiny, wearable beach that wearers can take with them wherever they go. Boeckmann’s love of creating began as a child, when her father owned a hardware store.

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July 5, 2019

This Unusual Subway Station Entrance in Frankfurt Looks Like a Tram Crashing into the Sidewalk

Subway stations aren’t usually go-to spots to see cool architecture, but many cities around the world make commuting more enjoyable by turning their transit hubs into works of art. While the best design is usually seen underground, an unusual subway entrance in Frankfurt, Germany brings artistic architecture to street level. Located in the city center, the Bockenheimer Warte subway entrance looks like an old tram car crashing into the concrete sidewalk.

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July 1, 2019

Mark Zuckerberg’s ‘Sleep Box’ Prototype Is Now a Real Product You Can Pre-Order

Earlier this year, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg came up with a clever little invention to improve his wife's sleep cycle. Simply called a “sleep box,” Zuckerberg's wooden cube features a faint light that gently indicates when it's time to rise and shine. After sharing his work with his Instagram audience, he invited eager entrepreneurs to build upon his idea—and, now, it seems a “sleep box” for the masses will soon be on the market.

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