Design
September 6, 2021

Know the Noguchi Table? Learn About Isamu Noguchi, the Sculptor Behind the Iconic Design

Have you heard of Japanese-American sculptor Isamu Noguchi? If the answer is no, you still may recognize his most famous work: the Noguchi table. The mid-century design features two elegantly curving pieces of wood that balance each other and seem to float off the ground. A simple sheet of glass cut into a blunt-edge triangular shape sits on top of this structure.

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Technology
September 6, 2021

Boston Dynamics Robot Learns Impressive Parkour Moves Including Backflips

Engineering and robotics design company Boston Dynamics is known for its impressively dextrous robots, and the team continues to wow people around the world with its latest releases. Now, the company’s much loved Atlas model is being pushed to its limits to discover the next generation of mobility, perception, and athletic intelligence. It has recently learned some impressive parkour moves—a sport of moving through obstacles—including jumping, running along uneven platforms, and backflips.

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Art Supplies
September 5, 2021

7 Reference Tools Every Artist Should Have in Their Studio

Learning how to draw isn't a straight line. While practice and studying can definitely help you improve your skills, sometimes you need a little bit of extra help. Reference tools can demystify difficult subjects like human anatomy and perspective so that you can stop struggling and start creating. We've put together a list of seven different devices that you can add to your toolkit right now.

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Architecture
September 4, 2021

Architects Design “Seed” Cabin Pods for a Unique Getaway in the Forests of China

Looking for a unique nature getaway? These pods will certainly fit the bill. ZJJZ Atelier has created a series of cabins in the forests of Jiangxi, China, called The Seeds which are enclosed in pine shingles and mirrored aluminum. They will be part of the available units for the Tree Wow Hotel, the second design by the firm. Previously, ZJJZ designed the similarly whimsical Mushroom for the hotel development.

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