Design

December 11, 2015

Stylist Cuts Hair Using Samurai Swords, Blowtorches, and Razor-Sharp Talons

Hairdresser Alberto Olmedo believes that all haircuts should be perfectly symmetrical and he's willing to use some unusual tools to get the job done. When clients walk into his shop, they may see what Olmedo calls “medieval” instruments—sharp samurai swords, blowtorches, some razor-sharp talons, and the occasional pair of scissors (which he uses in impressively rapid movements). “Hairdressers usually cut one side and then the other.

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December 8, 2015

Elegant Tattoos of Tools Celebrate Professions Requiring Skilled Hands

Of all the possible ideas for tattoos designs, objects like a spatula and whisk seem like odd choices… unless you're a chef. In an effort to (permanently) celebrate professions that require skilled hands, Korean tattoo artist Oozy etches their tools on his clients' skin. The elegant linework depicts brushes, knives, and scissors, arranged in a neat row that shows off each item in intricate detail.

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November 22, 2015

Revolutionary "Homefarm" Combines Retirement Homes with Eco-Friendly Vertical Farming

Architecture firm Spark has recently unveiled Homefarm, a health, housing and farming concept that revolutionizes urban retirement. The proposed plan would offer its residents a space for living and another for farming, allowing them to take part in the agricultural process if they wish. Spark's idea is an alternative to typical retirement communities and nursing homes, which can feel impersonal and sterile. Instead, they hope to make this lifestyle change an active and empowering experience.

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