Design

January 19, 2021

10 Hi-Tech Indoor Gardens That’ll Help You Easily Grow Your Own Food

Growing a garden is easier than you think. Even if you live in a place that lacks outdoor space, technology has made it possible to cultivate the likes of lettuce and tomatoes from the comfort of your home. These innovative indoor gardens are great for beginners as they often take the guesswork out of growing, and they are stylishly designed to look great in any contemporary kitchen.

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January 13, 2021

15+ Architecture-Inspired Mugs for Design Lovers

If you're anything like us, your love for art translates to an appreciation for architecture and well-designed cities. We also believe that mornings work best when you start your day with something that inspires you—that’s why we have put together a list of mugs to help add inspiration to your everyday routine. Some of these mugs are best suited for fans of classical architecture.

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January 10, 2021

Amphibious Catamaran Can Effortlessly Float on Water and Then Drive on Land

There is nothing quite as luxurious as a car that can drive on water. Pierpaolo Lazzarini of Lazzarini Design Studio has released an amphibious vehicle design that acts as a catamaran on water and also maneuvers through rough terrain on land. “Pagurus,” nicknamed the “Crabmaran,” can also partially run on solar and water renewable energy sources. Pagurus is approximately 82 feet long and features the iconic parallel hulls defining of a catamaran.

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January 2, 2021

Design Is Not Art: Uncovering the Brilliant Logic Behind Massimo Vignelli’s Famous Designs

The design ideology of Massimo Vignelli often sounds a bit intense. During his almost half-century-long career, he would design the legendary New York City subway map, modernist furniture, iconic kitchenware, logos, books, and so much more. But despite these inherently creative projects, Vignelli would never call himself an artist. He was famously quoted saying, “Design is not art. Design is utilitarian, art is not.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.