October 11, 2012

Real Hidden Earth House Oasis in Switzerland

If you've ever wanted to live inside a home that is blanketed by the earth, look no further than Switzerland-based architect Peter Vetsch's Earth Houses. Vetsch Architektur, the Zurich-based architectural firm led by Vetsch, has constructed dozens of these energy saving eco-houses all across its native land. They promise a nature-friendly lifestyle in a very organic living space that reminds us of Simon Dale's hobbit house. Earth House Estate Lttenstrasse is located in Dietikon, Switzerland.

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October 8, 2012

Colorful Floating Waterlilies Made of 65,000 Recycled CDs

British artist Bruce Monro has a fascination with light designs and installations, and that passion is evident in many of his massive outdoor artworks. From copper fiber optic stems poking out amidst flowers and greenery to this magical meadow located in England, Monro uses light in his work to produce energetic fields of glowing happiness. The artist's bio states, “Munro's aim is to pass on a positive energy; nothing more intellectual than that.

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October 5, 2012

Playful Three-Dimensional Wire Sculptures

It might seem hard to believe at first but these works by German artist Martin Senn are not contour line drawings. They are, in fact, wire sculptures. Senn's three-dimensional figures against a white backdrop certainly resemble ink or marker illustrations that have quickly been scribbled onto one's own sketchpad but there's nothing quick or simple about them.

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October 3, 2012

Mumbai’s Gorgeous New Namaste Tower

Mumbai, India is about to unveil a gorgeous new skyscraper to the world. Designed by Atkins Design Studio for W Hotel, the Namaste Tower aims to become a landmark structure, representing the burgeoning economic and cultural significance of India. The 62-story, 984-sq-ft tall building, which is currently under construction, will include a hotel, office and retail space.

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