Design
July 4, 2017

Isolation Helmet Blocks Out Background Noise for a More Focused and Productive Workday

Tried every productivity trick you know and still have trouble staying focused at the office? Ukranian design company Hochu Rayu thinks they've come up with a solution that will keep you connected, but cut out on outside distraction. Enter the Helmfon, an isolation helmet that gives you the privacy to work without all the background noise. The idea came about when Hochu Rayu was asked to design a new phone booth for an IT company.

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Art
June 29, 2017

8 Artists Who Harness the Power of Words in Art

Language is a powerful tool. And no one understands that better than artists who thoughtfully utilize text to make a statement and draw out emotion. By using text as the central communication vehicle in their artistic expression, these artists push forth letters, numbers, and words as their primary means to get out their message. Of course, text and art have been intertwined for centuries—think of medieval illuminated manuscripts, with their elaborate illustrations.

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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.