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cole builds bear sanctuary in vietnam jungle of gabions filled with rocks from site
the vietnam bear sanctuary project called for an affordable, easily replicable design that could be adapted to fit the contours of the mountain where it stands »
the vietnam bear sanctuary project called for an affordable, easily replicable design that could be adapted to fit the contours of the mountain where it stands and respond to the site constraints.
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thousands of seashells make up the delicate textural sculptures of rowan mersh
while each work is expansive in scale, a closer inspection reveals an intricate refinement, expressing thousands of individual shells.
while each work is expansive in scale, a closer inspection reveals an intricate refinement, expressing thousands of individual shells.
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IBM researchers develop recycling tech that eats dirty bottles to make new plastic
the process collects plastic, grinds it up, and combines it with a chemical catalyst in a pressure cooker set to above 200 degrees celsius.
the process collects plastic, grinds it up, and combines it with a chemical catalyst in a pressure cooker set to above 200 degrees celsius.
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sidewalk labs taps snøhetta and heatherwick studio to design new toronto neighborhood
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the community will use new technology to address urban challenges and improve residents' quality of life.
the community will use new technology to address urban challenges and improve residents' quality of life.
thomas jorion documents the ornate interiors of italy's abandoned architecture
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in some scenes floor tiles have come loose, while in others the ceiling has collapsed entirely — creating a dramatic contrast between the decorative interior »
in some scenes floor tiles have come loose, while in others the ceiling has collapsed entirely — creating a dramatic contrast between the decorative interior and the ruin it is becoming.
make your mark with the fully customizable zegna my cesare sneaker
enhancing traditional craftsmanship, wearers can personalize each piece of the hyper-detailed zegna my cesare shoes.
enhancing traditional craftsmanship, wearers can personalize each piece of the hyper-detailed zegna my cesare shoes.
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bio-digital sculptures by ecoLogicStudio and urban morphogenesis lab at centre pompidou
the 'fabric of the living' exhibition will be displayed in paris from 20 february until 15 april 2019.
the 'fabric of the living' exhibition will be displayed in paris from 20 february until 15 april 2019.
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400,000 pieces of LEGO were used to build this full-size volkswagen
the VW is decked out in LEGO creations too, including folding tables, a sink, coffee set, gas stove, and artwork.
the VW is decked out in LEGO creations too, including folding tables, a sink, coffee set, gas stove, and artwork.
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new robot science museum will construct itself in seoul
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designed by melike altınışık architects, the museum will start its first exhibition with its own construction by robots on site.
designed by melike altınışık architects, the museum will start its first exhibition with its own construction by robots on site.
napur architect reveals updated design for budapest's museum of ethnography
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the new building forms part of liget budapest, a vast development that involves the complete rehabilitation of the centrally located city park.
the new building forms part of liget budapest, a vast development that involves the complete rehabilitation of the centrally located city park.
curved building by jun igarashi architects doubles as sake store and residence in japan
clad in wooden slats, the structure resembles the topography of a cove.
clad in wooden slats, the structure resembles the topography of a cove.
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waterfrom design forms sweeping organic curves for art space in china
the project uses gently-flowing curves to represent the flow of water, creating an environment with no sharp angles.
the project uses gently-flowing curves to represent the flow of water, creating an environment with no sharp angles.
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sixteen-year-olds can drive the all-electric citroen ami one without a licence
the future of mobility is democratic - and cube-shaped.
the future of mobility is democratic - and cube-shaped.
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iconic fashion designer karl lagerfeld dies aged 85
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his death comes after missing his end-of-show-bow during the chanel show at paris fashion week in january because he was unable to attend.
his death comes after missing his end-of-show-bow during the chanel show at paris fashion week in january because he was unable to attend.
alessandro mendini: remarkable projects that will continue to influence the design world
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from a tram stop in germany to a smiling corkscrew named ‘anna g.’, we take a look at some of the late designer's most celebrated work.
from a tram stop in germany to a smiling corkscrew named ‘anna g.’, we take a look at some of the late designer's most celebrated work.
kamaro’an weaves lighting and stationary out of umbrella sedge plants
the taiwanese studio collaborates with indigenous craftsmen for all of its products.
the taiwanese studio collaborates with indigenous craftsmen for all of its products.
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sheet speaker by swift creatives looks like a simple piece of fabric
inspired by scandinavian furniture design, sheet is targeted towards the audiophile that still desires speakers with voice assistant capabilities
inspired by scandinavian furniture design, sheet is targeted towards the audiophile that still desires speakers with voice assistant capabilities
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dmvA's addition to a historic site in belgium features brickwork with 'weeping mortar'
the brick monolith integrates external staircases, alleys, and patios, and introduces a new network of circulation throughout the condensed site.
the brick monolith integrates external staircases, alleys, and patios, and introduces a new network of circulation throughout the condensed site.
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in conversation: stefano boeri on la triennale di milano's expansive plans and new identity
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designboom met architect stefano boeri, who was recently elected president of la triennale di milano, to investigate how he and his team of curators intend to »
designboom met architect stefano boeri, who was recently elected president of la triennale di milano, to investigate how he and his team of curators intend to bring the institution back to its traditional, celebrated roots.
alessandro mendini passes away aged 87
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in honor of his life and work, we revisit our conversation back in 2000, where he spoke about the media, the internet, his fears, and his favorite projects.
in honor of his life and work, we revisit our conversation back in 2000, where he spoke about the media, the internet, his fears, and his favorite projects.
peeter pere and eva kedelauk form zig-zag aluminium roof over sauna in estonia
the striking silhouette combines the old and new sauna against a wooded backdrop.
the striking silhouette combines the old and new sauna against a wooded backdrop.
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NXT motors unveils electric motorcycle with carbon fiber monocoque
NXT motors claims the bike is twice as strong and 25% lighter than similar class bikes.
NXT motors claims the bike is twice as strong and 25% lighter than similar class bikes.
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why studio swine built a 'breathing' mega-sculpture for one of the world’s smallest organisms
from the sculpture, 32 vortex cannons produce vapor rings that symbolize oxygen, and whose scents tell a layered history of the earth’s atmosphere.
from the sculpture, 32 vortex cannons produce vapor rings that symbolize oxygen, and whose scents tell a layered history of the earth’s atmosphere.
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joana vasconcelos invades le bon marché with monumental embroidered creature 'simone'
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the piece is on display from 17 january to 24 march.
the piece is on display from 17 january to 24 march.
sheena liam, model and embroiderer, sculpts her hair with loose thread
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the hoop is to an embroiderer what a canvas is to a painter, and a stage is to a model.
the hoop is to an embroiderer what a canvas is to a painter, and a stage is to a model.
dozendots unveils the INKI motorized ballpoint pen with rapidly moving tip
different shapes can be created depending on the angle of the pen and the pressure that is applied.
different shapes can be created depending on the angle of the pen and the pressure that is applied.
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dehlin brattgård designs 'robust machine' for fast-changing, experimental exhibitions
'boxen', housed inside a chain-link wire mesh structure, intended as a robust machine for fast-changing, experimental exhibitions.
'boxen', housed inside a chain-link wire mesh structure, intended as a robust machine for fast-changing, experimental exhibitions.
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designer conserves soured milk in textiles repeating bacterial patterns
'wanderer' is a series of fabrics with different patterns designed by xijing xu, conceived in the visual style of certain cultures where the receipts come from.
'wanderer' is a series of fabrics with different patterns designed by xijing xu, conceived in the visual style of certain cultures where the receipts come from.
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warka water towers collect clean drinking water from the 'lakes in the air'
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the solution to water scarcity involves conjuring up water from thin air.
the solution to water scarcity involves conjuring up water from thin air.
designer turns a shopping cart into an affordable DIY wheelchair
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with a desire to help as many people as possible, the designer apichai inthutsingh wants to show us how to improve a simple shopping cart and create a »
with a desire to help as many people as possible, the designer apichai inthutsingh wants to show us how to improve a simple shopping cart and create a wheelchair to fit their lifestyle.
panerai submersible luna rossa pairs timepiece design with sailing
the watch enhances a high-performing carbon fiber composite material - carbotech - that references the hull of the luna rossa sailing boat.
the watch enhances a high-performing carbon fiber composite material - carbotech - that references the hull of the luna rossa sailing boat.
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LEVS architecten and flux create nature-inclusive residential tower in the hague
'binck blocks' is designed as a hub for biodiversity by offering space for flora and fauna in the façades and balconies.
'binck blocks' is designed as a hub for biodiversity by offering space for flora and fauna in the façades and balconies.
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strange 'crop circles' appearing in japan are the result of 1973 experiment
aerial photos reveal groups of sugi (japanese cedar) trees swell toward the sky, creating the mysterious circular forests.
aerial photos reveal groups of sugi (japanese cedar) trees swell toward the sky, creating the mysterious circular forests.
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bjarke ingels group's urban ski slope captured by rasmus hjortshøj ahead of 2019 opening
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the project is located ten minutes from central copenhagen and is scheduled to open to the public this spring.
the project is located ten minutes from central copenhagen and is scheduled to open to the public this spring.
construction begins on OPEN architecture's cavernous chapel of sound
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currently under construction, the organic volume rests on the floor of the valley, its form influenced by the sedimentary rock formations of the surrounding »
currently under construction, the organic volume rests on the floor of the valley, its form influenced by the sedimentary rock formations of the surrounding mountains.
