Architecture
June 10, 2019

Tiny Prefab Cabin Can Be Dropped Anywhere for an Off-the-Grid Getaway

Custom homebuilder Powers Construction will spend weeks on a job site away from the office. But working in Vancouver, Canada can be downright cold and often requires some relief from the elements. Patrick Powers, the owner of the company, solved this chilly problem with a prefab cabin design that doubles as their mobile office. Called the Site Shack, it’s an 8-foot by 12-foot minimalist structure that offers a haven for the company and their clients to stay warm and discuss project logistics.

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Creative Products
June 7, 2019

10 Art Books That Will Nourish Your Creative Soul This Month

If you're in need of some creative inspiration, look no further than the pages of a good book. The practice helps to foster self-reflection and can even encourage you to think differently when it comes to the challenges faced in your work. There’s no shortage of helpful photography, design, and art books—which, let’s be honest, can be overwhelming—so we’ve selected some of our favorite titles for you!

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Street Art
June 6, 2019

Street Artist Paints a Bridge in Germany to Look Like LEGO Bricks

If you’re ever driven through the outskirts of Wuppertal in the Rhine-Westphalia region of western Germany, you might be surprised to discover a bridge made from a colorful set of interlocked, jumbo LEGO bricks. Although the bridge looks like it’s made from massive plastic toys, it’s actually made of concrete, so you can rest assured a giant won’t come along and take it apart.

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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.