Design

November 21, 2017

Ceramicist Creates Rainbow-Colored Pots and Vases Dripping with Thick Glaze

Philadelphia-based ceramicist Brian Giniewski creates rainbow-colored pots and vases that appear to be dunked in sugary-sweet icing. He first started making his dripping vessels on weekends while teaching art at university level. After six years, Giniewski turned his passion into a full-time career when he opened his business—together with his wife Krista—in May 2016.

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November 15, 2017

Mesmerizing Fountain Uses Lights to Turn Water into Colorful Shape-Shifting Forms

The sound of a babbling brook has a calming effect on many people, and it's something they wish to mimic in their home. One way to do this is a water fountain, and engineer Stephen Co has produced a design that combines this natural tranquility with a mesmerizing light show. Called Aquarius, the flowing water has a shape-shifting appearance that changes colors—all within a sleek design that will fit comfortably in your home.

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November 10, 2017

20+ Cool Amazon Finds for Astronomy Lovers

Outer space has captured our imagination for as long as we can remember, from the first man to land on the moon to NASA's latest images from Jupiter and discovery of new planets, it's incredible how much we continue to learn about our own solar system and beyond. And with record numbers of people flocking to watch the recent solar eclipse, it's clear that our love for science is at an all-time high.

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October 31, 2017

Vintage VW Bus Revamped as ‘Back to the Future’ Time Machine

Get ready to go Back to the Future with this tricked out, 1967 custom VW Bus by Velocity Motorcars. Inspired by the 1985 film, the vintage van has been lovingly revamped with little features that pay homage to Marty McFly and Doc Brown. From the gull-wing doors to the working Flux Capacitor, this VW Bus is a new age time machine that would make Doc Brown's original DeLorean proud.

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