Design


October 15, 2018

Fascinating Map From 1942 Features Oceans as the Main Focus of the World

When you imagine a world map, what do you see? Most likely, you picture the Mercator Projection, a rendering rooted in the 16th century. While this visual remains the most widely-used and universally accepted view, its proportions and overall orientation are not accurate. To remedy this, contemporary cartographers and designers alike have created new maps of the world, from an origami-inspired plan to a “true size” version.

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October 5, 2018

15 Quirky Presents Inspired by Pop Art

In the middle of the 20th century, Pop artists began to reimagine commercial products as works of art. Now, designers have taken this artistic approach full-circle, crafting unique items inspired by these iconic reinterpretations. Here, we've compiled a colorful list of our favorite Pop Art presents. Ranging from pins and prints to coasters and socks, these eye-catching goodies let you bring the Pop Art movement to life.

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October 2, 2018

Spaceship-Inspired Cat Beds Give Kitties a Stellar Spot to Snooze

Today, many cat-loving contemporary designers create quirky pet beds that pair coziness with creativity. Ranging from tiny tents to fruit tarts, these novelty pieces are a purr-fect way to have fun with pet supplies. Taking this concept into the cosmos, Myzoo Studio has launched a line of cat beds inspired by spaceships. This out-of-this-world collection of beds comprises three stellar models: Alpha, Beta, and Gamma.

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