Nature with its astonishing perfect geometry has always been the primary source of inspiration for most forms of creative projects. Quartz is a system that couples two-dimensional pentagonal and hexagonal wooden structures, which develop in three dimensions following natural crystalloid…
Sao Paulo's fashion week may still be in its infancy (in comparison to NY, London, Paris, and Milan anyway), but believe you me, the city already has an established roster of industry A-listers who always sit front row--or Fila A,…
Sony has announced that it will make its augmented reality eyewear prototype available for developers, following news that Google pulled sales of its own headset last month. "Over the last few months our SmartEyeglass prototype has been one of the most…
Adidas has just dropped off its feathery Ultra Boost runner in a new “Solar Red” colorway. The performance kicks feature a breathable mesh upper with a soft energy boost midsole put in play to provide cushioning with every stride. Boasting…
Business trips, travels, or overtime work. What features are required for overnight stays in urban hotels? Resetting your day, from one day to the next, needs three basic actions: take a shower, sleep, and get yourself dressed. We simply replace…
“I’m leaving this morning to fly out to give a presentation training session to one of America’s largest brands. I’m excited, but nervous because I have limited information about my audience tomorrow. I know the department they represent. I know…
Prefab houses can be quick and affordable to build. Now, a prefab house from Australian architects Archiblox promises the additional benefit of generating more energy than it uses. The Archi+ Carbon Positive House has a variety of sustainability features, including…
The runways are awash with gender-neutral statements. What does this mean for retail? Alessandro Michele’s womenswear debut for Gucci was, by far, the most anticipated show of Milan Fashion Week. How would Michele attempt to re-reinvigorate Kering’s ailing cash cow, after…
As more people get tattooed, more of those people regret having done so. The tattoo removal business is huge, generating around $75 million in the US alone. Laser ablation is the most common removal method, but now a 27-year-old PhD…
Scientists in the U.K. have examined a tiny metal circular object, and are suggesting it might be a micro-organism deliberately sent by extraterrestrials to create life on Earth. Don't be fooled by the size of the object in the microscopic…
A new study, published in the journal, ‘Scientific Reports,’ suggests that smoking cannabis is roughly 114 times safer than drinking alcohol. Ironically, out of all the drugs that were researched in the study, alcohol was actually the most dangerous, and…
Well here is what we have all secretly been waiting for – a global ranking of Wang sizes. BodyRock is based in Canada, so I guess we will just have to continue to take pride in our Hockey prowess. Out…
Mystery, memory, poetry and light: these words are the essence of Garage, the award-winning architecture debut from creative studio Graypants. A worn and forgotten garage on Vashon Island in Washington, USA, was transformed into this sleek and attractive residential cabin,…
The Cuddle Clones toy company makes custom plush-toy replicas of pets from photos sent in by their clients. The company’s founder, Jennifer Graham, came up with the idea for custom plushies when hanging out with her Great Dane, Rufus. When…
Imagine sipping dirty water filled with feces, bacteria, disease and dead insects but instead tasting pure, clean, filtered water. Instant filtration is impossible, right? Now the LifeStraw by Vestergaard is rapidly changing the way we think about water filtration. It…
After former Canadian Defence Minister, Paul Hellyer shocked us with his ‘conviction’ that there are at least “4 known alien species that have been visiting Earth for thousands of years”, former World Bank Senior Council, Karen Hudes stunned us with…
When asked by a reader of TIME magazine, “What is the most astounding fact you can share with us about the Universe?”, this was his response. “You are connected, just by being alive.” Give 3:33 seconds of your day to…
After spending over a year in Iceland’s National Museum, the last McDonalds meal sold in the country will now be going on display at the Bus Hostel in Reykjavik. The world-famous fast food chain shut down its Iceland locations in…
Classically trained as a painter and with a degree in fine art under his belt, young Lithuanian artist Ernest Zacharevic (a.k.a. Zach or Zachas) has built himself a reputation in street- and fine-art circles through the emotional impact and uncompromising…
The infographic below lists the 10 smartest people in the world - at least, according to education site SuperScholar.org. Their list was based on a mix of people's IQs and achievements, and while most of the entries are pretty expected,…