Design
February 27, 2017

Elegant Plant Lamps Illuminate a Room in a Leafy Green Glow

Botany might seem like an unlikely inspiration for lighting, but for industrial designer Mariana Folberg, it makes sense. “The aesthetics of plants, their shape, and structure are designed to be perfectly functional,” she tells us in an email, “with each part perfectly in-sync and assisting the other. Nothing is designed as meticulously as nature.” This was the inspiration for her series of plant lamps, which combine contemporary lighting with the beauty of green flora.

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Architecture
February 25, 2017

Detailed Freehand Architectural Sketches Showcase Incredible Skill

In this digital age, it's refreshing to see that some people are continuing to learn their craft by taking pencil to paper. Architecture student Adelina Gareeva showcases her detailed freehand architectural sketches via her Instagram, allowing followers to see her progress as a student. Gareeva, who is also a model, currently studies at the Kazan State University of Architecture and Engineering (KSUAE).

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Art
February 24, 2017

15+ Times Artists Fixed Broken Objects and Made Them Better Than Before

Typically, when we stumble upon a broken object, we feel one of two inclinations: to attempt to restore the piece to its former self, or to simply discard it. Both options possess potential problems, however, as seamlessly repairing damaged items requires great skill and throwing an object away can feel like a waste. To remedy this common complication, many creatives turn to a unique solution: inspired, artistic repairs.

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Design
February 23, 2017

Discarded Scraps Transformed into Functional Wood and Resin Stools

South Korean design studio Hattern has come up with a clever upcycled furniture idea that ensures no waste is left behind. Zero Per Stool is a gorgeous piece of resin and wood furniture that answers the question of how furniture can be fabricated without waste. The stool consists of white oak legs and a seat fabricated with the offcuts of the legs set in resin.

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