Design

August 15, 2015

15 Gorgeously Designed Henna Tattoos with Unbelievably Intricate Patterns

For thousands of years, the art of henna (called mehndi in Hindi & Urdu) has been practiced in India, Pakistan, Africa, and the Middle East. The henna plant is crushed and mixed with other ingredients into a paste, which can then be applied to the skin in dazzlingly intricate patterns. Once the paste is removed, the reddish-orange stain begins to oxidize and darken over the next few days.

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August 2, 2015

Hidden Bed Descends from Ceiling to Turn a Living Room into the Bedroom

Inspired by densely-populated urban areas where space is at a premium, designer Simon Woodroffe has created the YO! Home. It's a residence that economizes space without sacrificing luxury, and it offers innovative functions to help you maximize a compact unit. Some of these fantastic features include: a pocket kitchen that folds neatly into the walls; a pop-up dining table whose surface doubles as the floor; and hidden storage underneath the ground.

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July 28, 2015

Foldable Transparent Carport Protects and Shows Off Prized Vehicles

For those who want the protection of a garage but can't accommodate one, the GazeBox offers a fantastic solution. It's a foldable carport that's made with special anti-UV polycarbonate panels to guard against the elements like the sun, hail, and rain. But, that doesn't mean that a proud owner can't show off their prized possession. The GazeBox's clever design allows easily puts a motorcycle or car on display thanks to its high level of transparency.

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