Store
December 19, 2021

25 Creative Gifts to Wow the People Who Have Everything

We all have people in our lives who are absolutely impossible to shop for. These folks seem to have it all—so what could they possibly want for a present? If you’re stumped when it comes to getting gifts for people who have everything, we’re here to help. Through My Modern Met Store, we’ve curated a collection of products that'll make it a breeze to buy for anyone in your life.

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Architecture
December 18, 2021

Russia Pavilion at Dubai Expo 2020 Is Wrapped With Interwoven Rainbow Tubes

The Russia Pavilion in the Mobility District at Dubai Expo 2020 is sure to catch your attention. Wrapped in interwoven rainbow tubes, the structure symbolizes the free-flowing movement of ideas and knowledge; it is meant to encapsulate the motto, “creative mind: driving the future.” Architect Sergei Tchoban wanted the pavilion to represent Russia's contribution to the world through the progression of knowledge, scientific achievement, and creative thinkers.

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Entertainment
December 17, 2021

Canada Wrote Ryan Reynolds a Song To Let Him Know They Absolutely Love Him

Have you ever heard of a whole country writing a song for one person? Ryan Reynolds has now had that unique and extremely rare honor for being a “genuine Canadian icon.” Reynolds, who has always been very vocal about his love for his home country, was recently awarded a Governor General’s Arts Award. To commemorate the occasion, the exceptional actor was also presented with a specially commissioned song.

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Woodworking
December 16, 2021

Artist Makes Incredibly Detailed Wooden Models of Iconic and Vintage Cameras

Vietnam-based artist Phuong Nguyen (of The Wooden Model Design) creates intricate wooden models that are rendered to scale. Crafting everything from classic cars to vintage wooden cameras, their designs even incorporate the most minute of details. In fact, their replicas are so exact that some of their camera models have moving parts and can even take interchangeable lenses. Anyone who’s into photography and cameras will be absolutely enthralled with the expert craftsmanship of these pieces.

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