Design
August 3, 2010

Life Raft Makes Its Own Drinking Water (5 pics)

Imagine this: Your ship is sinking. You abandon ship with nothing but the clothes on your back, and you're thirsty, really thirsty. Lucky for you, you've arrived on-board the SeaKettle, a life raft that has the ability to desalinate salt water… The process starts by pumping sea water up to a Gortex covered reservoir, where the water is subject to evaporation.

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Sculpture
August 1, 2010

Bronze Sculptures With Enormous Heads Inflated by the “Weight of Thought”

Belgian artist Thomas Lerooy is known for his ability to draw on classical motifs to play with modern concepts. His 2009 series of four bronze sculptures, created for his Braindance exhibition, are a prime example of how his work touches on universal themes. The sculptures, with their oversized heads and small torsos, draw out an immediate reaction. One sculpture, in particular, Not Enough Brains to Survive, continues to be one of his most recognizable works.

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Art
July 28, 2010

Norman Rockwell’s Timeless Paintings (21 total)

The Flirt Reflecting the shared experiences we have throughout our lives, Norman Rockwell's paintings are truly timeless. As the ultimate storyteller, Rockwell turned everyday life experiences into works of art, making us not only reminisce about a simpler time but giving us hope that a life full of optimism, hope and happiness could exist.

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Architecture
July 23, 2010

Architects Modernize Traditional Courtyard with Above-Ground Moat and Rooftop Gardens

Above-ground swimming pools have been the latest hot trend, and this one by Guz Architects knocks it out of the park! The architectural design mimics an age-old method of security with a modern twist. It almost looks like a modern moat, perfectly designed to house small sharks. Located in Singapore, the Tangga House is a contemporary interpretation of a traditional courtyard house, with a staircase and entry area forming the focal point of the project.

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