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May 17, 2011

The Burning House Project

Hannah Queen, 20, Blue Ridge, Georgia, Photographer What would you take with you if your house was on fire? It's a classic question but have you really thought through the answer? This is the exact premise of Robert Holden's intriguing project, titled The Burning House. “It's a conflict between what's practical, valuable, and sentimental,” he says. “What you would take reflects your interests, background and priorities.

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Art
May 14, 2011

Urban Poetry

Rather than writing down his thoughts in a notebook, like the average person, Robert Montgomery chooses to take a slightly more unconventional approach. The London-based artist hijacks large billboards and back-lit bus stops to share urban poetry with the world around him. Montgomery also builds his own illuminated signs.

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May 11, 2011

5 Modern Movies that Used Visualization to Make Magic

Sponsored: This content series is brought to you by Autodesk – Accelerating Better Design. Now more than ever, modern moviegoers have come to expect an immersive experience when they enter a theater. Transporting a discerning audience to another time or place is the tough job of the visual effects team who masterfully integrate digital technology so that it appears seamless.

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May 5, 2011

Impenetrable Fortress Home

If you're a spy and your life is constantly in danger, you need to get a home like this! Designed by architecture firm KWK Promes, the “Safe House” is a two-level fortress that provides a high level of security for its owners. Located in Warsaw, Poland, the 6,100 sq. ft. home features movable concrete walls that can literally be opened or closed according to the needs of its residents.

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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.