Design

August 2, 2021

One of the World’s Only Globe-Making Studios Celebrates the Ancient Art of Handcrafted Globes

A globe is the only “true” representation of the world that doesn't distort the shape or the size of the earth's features. Terrestrial (showing a map of the world) and celestial (showing the apparent positions of the stars in the sky) globes are known to have been made since the mid-2nd century BC, but the earliest surviving terrestrial globe was made in 1492 by Martin Behaim, a German mapmaker, navigator, and merchant.

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July 29, 2021

20 Architecture-Inspired Jewelry Pieces Any Design Lover Will Want to Wear

Geometric structures, clean lines, ornate details, and raw materials: it’s no surprise that timeless architectural design has sparked the imagination of many contemporary jewelry designers. Inspired by the world built around us, many designers pay homage to architectural pioneers by applying the same precision, balance, functionality, and beauty to their expertly crafted accessories. Whether you’re into classical shapes, Art Deco motifs, or modernist minimalism, we’ve collected a range of architectural jewelry to suit everyone’s aesthetic.

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July 24, 2021

15 Pieces of Unique Jewelry to Give Your Favorite Outfits a Fresh Edge

You don’t have to break the bank to have a great sense of style. If your closet is already chock-full of clothes that you love, try giving your favorite outfits a fresh edge by pairing them with unique jewelry. At My Modern Met Store, we’ve got bracelets, rings, necklaces, earrings, and pins that will add some artsy flair to any occasion. Like living the slow life—like a sloth?

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July 20, 2021

Eye-Opening “True Size Map” Shows the Real Size of Countries on a Global Scale

When you picture a 2D representation of our world, what do you see? Chances are, you’re probably thinking of the Mercator map—a standard type of projection that’s been around since the late 16th century. Although it's useful for navigational purposes, the map is also misleading because the relative sizes of countries are inaccurately conveyed. Some places, such as Greenland, look huge on this type of chart, but in actuality are much smaller.

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