Creative Products
October 5, 2018

15 Quirky Presents Inspired by Pop Art

In the middle of the 20th century, Pop artists began to reimagine commercial products as works of art. Now, designers have taken this artistic approach full-circle, crafting unique items inspired by these iconic reinterpretations. Here, we've compiled a colorful list of our favorite Pop Art presents. Ranging from pins and prints to coasters and socks, these eye-catching goodies let you bring the Pop Art movement to life.

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Architecture
October 3, 2018

$24,500 Prefab House You Can Place Almost Anywhere Without a Permit

If you enjoy living off the grid and are eager to embrace a minimalist lifestyle, a tiny house may be a perfect fit for you. For such a seemingly simple concept, however, there are a lot of things to consider when purchasing your own humble abode, including how much it'll cost, how it will reach its final destination, and what permit it will require.

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Creative Products
October 2, 2018

Spaceship-Inspired Cat Beds Give Kitties a Stellar Spot to Snooze

Today, many cat-loving contemporary designers create quirky pet beds that pair coziness with creativity. Ranging from tiny tents to fruit tarts, these novelty pieces are a purr-fect way to have fun with pet supplies. Taking this concept into the cosmos, Myzoo Studio has launched a line of cat beds inspired by spaceships. This out-of-this-world collection of beds comprises three stellar models: Alpha, Beta, and Gamma.

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Social Cause
September 30, 2018

Judge Saves Grizzly Bears From Planned Trophy Hunt at Yellowstone

In June 2017, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service stripped Yellowstone National Park‘s iconic grizzly bear from the Endangered Species List. This contested issue culminated in even more controversy when Wyoming and Idaho subsequently granted hunters the right to kill the beloved bears. After months of both protests and preparation, the trophy hunt was set to begin on September 1, 2018—until U.S. District Judge Dana Christensen stepped in.

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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.