Design

April 9, 2019

10 Unique Teapots Steeped in Originality

Are you a tea lover with a taste for the unusual? If so, you're going to love what we've brewed up for you! With this collection of unique teapots, you can treat yourself to a one-of-a-kind cuppa each time you pour. Far from typical, these teapots are steeped in originality. A few are animal-shaped, allowing you and a lovable llama, adorable elephant, and whimsical whale to enjoy tea for two.

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April 3, 2019

Funny Japanese Monster Figurines Apologize For the Destruction They’ve Caused

Apologizing is considered an important part of Japanese culture, but it’s about more than just saying sorry. Showing remorse shows a person’s ability to reflect, be polite, and show respect to others. Combining the art of the apology with the Japanese love of kaiju (giant monsters in films), Gachapon World released a series of funny figurines depicting Japanese monsters humbly apologizing for the damage they’ve caused.

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March 26, 2019

Rooms From Famous Paintings Brought to Life With Realistic CG Renditions

Rooms from famous paintings not only give an insight into the life and imagination of the artist who created them, but they’re also a window into the past. From Van Gogh’s humble interior from The Bedroom from 1888 to Roy Lichtenstein’s colorful Pop Art depiction of Interior with restful paintings from 1991, each iconic artwork gives viewers an idea of the decorating trends of the time.

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March 23, 2019

Creative Billboards Cleverly Encourage People to Use Less Water

How do you encourage people to use less water? This was a quandary that Denver Water hired the creative agency Sukle to help solve. For over a decade, they came up with clever advertising campaigns that inspired the citizens of Mile High City to be mindful of the amount of water they use. At the start of their campaign, they had a ten-year goal of reducing water consumption by 22%.

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