For anyone passionate about unique furniture and meaningful design, the Barvinok table would be of interest. Created by Anna Baierzdorf and Sergii Baierzdorf, this table is much more than just a piece of décor. Inspired by the periwinkle flower, known as “Barvinok” in Ukrainian, the design is a loving tribute to...
Oi Prima Bike Bell is the subtle and stylish safety accessory cyclists need
The Oi Prima Bike Bell by Knog is quickly making a name for itself among cycling enthusiasts and casual riders alike. Known for its unique design and premium sound, this bike bell is more than just a safety accessory. It’s a statement piece that combines functionality, style, and engineering excellence, making it a...
listen to folk instrument ‘jigakkyu’ sing synth sounds by bowing bamboo with magnetic tape
Synth sounds using folk instrument JIGAKKYU with bamboo bow Open Reel Ensemble performs on JIGAKKYU, a traditional folk instrument that produces analog synth sounds by bowing the bamboo sticks with stretched magnetic tapes. The Japanese musical group is known for playing old reel-to-reel tape recorders as musical...
BIG’s 670 mesquit mixed-use development approved by los angeles city council
Bjarke Ingels Group Gets Green Light for Los Angeles project The Los Angeles City Council has given the green light to BIG’s (Bjarke Ingels Group) 670 Mesquit, marking a major milestone for the rapidly evolving Arts District. Located along the LA River, the development will introduce a bold, stepped complex composed...
saving kenzo tange’s kagawa gymnasium: new preservation and reuse plan revealed
Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium’s demolition news News surrounding the potential demolition of the concrete and modernist Kagawa Prefectural Gymnasium by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Kenzo Tange (1913–2005) in Japan has spurred an ongoing movement to save the beloved landmark, home to local sports events in...
cleverhood uses storm tracking radar for weather-predicting rainwear
Cleverhood Stormy and Rover 2.0 Rainwear predict The Weather Cleverhood, a rainwear brand established in 2010, has introduced the Stormy and Rover 2.0 Rainwear as part of its limited-edition series. The pattern is based on NOAA Doppler radar data, visualizing intensified weather patterns linked to climate change....
huit sushi restaurant in montreux glows with a custom-made led wall by craft & concept
Craft & Concept completes huit sushi restaurant Swiss studio Craft & Concept completes Huit Sushi, a contemporary Japanese restaurant in Montreux, Switzerland, where spatial clarity and material restraint subtly redefine the dining experience. The project reflects a nuanced interpretation of Japanese design,...
casa oruç by saavedra arquitectos connects elevated living with mexico’s nature
A Forest Home in mexico Casa Oruç by Saavedra Arquitectos is located in Mineral del Monte, Mexico, a mountainous region defined by steep slopes, dense pine forest, and shifting mist. The site’s pronounced incline, along with access points at both its highest eastern edge and lowest southern boundary, set the stage...
The X2 ‘Ropeless’ Battle Rope Is Transforming How We Think About HIIT – Here’s Why It Works
Battle ropes in a shoebox apartment? The idea sounds absurd, right up until you meet the X2 from Calories Planet, a gadget that lets you channel your inner athlete without needing an industrial gym or the patience to deal with thudding ropes and neighbor complaints. This crowdfunded marvel is a ropeless battle rope...
pebble time 2 watch reveals final design with e-paper touchscreen and multicolor backlight
Final design of pebble time 2 watch with e-paper screen Eric Migicovsky, the founder of Pebble smartwatches, reveals the final design of the upcoming Time 2 watch, complete with an e-paper touchscreen, multicolor backlight, and embedded speaker. A refreshed take on the 2016-era Pebble Time 2, the recent timepiece...