Design

April 12, 2013

Two-Tier Chandelier Formed Out of 8,000 Clear LEGO Blocks

We have seen all kinds of creative LEGO sculptures in the past – the children's toy is inspiration for so many exciting things. But, we haven't seen anything quite like this transparent LEGO chandelier by Copenhagen-based industrial designer Tobias Tstesen. The artist says, “I enjoy when design through a simple story, form, and material is sensuous, and because of those facts continues to surprise, admire, and therefore achieve a long life.

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March 12, 2013

Zaha Hadid’s Modern Art Center Unveiled in China

Renowned international architecture firm Zaha Hadid Architects has envisioned a remarkable set of pavilions in Changsha, China designated for celebrating the arts. The conceptual plans for Changsha Meixihu International Culture & Art Centre were unveiled, revealing three modern buildings serving as an innovative cultural complex. The eye-catching landscape consists of a Grand Theatre, a Contemporary Art Museum, and a Multipurpose Hall (sometimes referred to as the Small Theatre).

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February 24, 2013

Clever Animal Illustrations Formed Out of Letters

Melbourne-based graphic designer Dan Fleming combines typography with playful illustrations in this series, entitled Word Animals. Specializing in brand identity and logo design, the half British, half Australian artist uses the actual letters from each creature's name to build all kinds of silhouetted animals, including a crocodile, a platypus, a giraffe, a penguin, a pig, a snail, even an owl.

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February 14, 2013

10 Hilarious Anti-Valentine’s Day Cards

Call them silly, call them sarcastic, just don't call them boring. Since today is Valentine's Day, we put together this list of 10 anti Valentines Day cards that are hilariously offbeat. They're not the typical cards you'd find at your neighborhood Hallmark or your local grocery store. Mostly found on Etsy, they're funny sayings for that grumpy friend in your life or that partner with a wicked sense of humor.

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