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camille walala transforms vintage gas station into a colorful landmark in arkansas
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'walala pump & go gas station' embodies the artist's eclectic tribal pop style, with a sea of vibrant geometric patterns enriching the existing architectural elements.
'walala pump & go gas station' embodies the artist's eclectic tribal pop style, with a sea of vibrant geometric patterns enriching the existing architectural elements.
enter design proposals for the new xi'an train station competition now
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with submissions closing on november 19, 2019, a cash prize of 25,000 euros awaits the winning projects of the xi’an train station competition.
with submissions closing on november 19, 2019, a cash prize of 25,000 euros awaits the winning projects of the xi’an train station competition.
glenn murcutt's MPavilion 2019 opens in melbourne
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the temporary structure comprises a rectangular plan and round steel columns supporting wing-like trusses wrapped in translucent tensile membrane.
the temporary structure comprises a rectangular plan and round steel columns supporting wing-like trusses wrapped in translucent tensile membrane.
extinction rebellion drops 'sinking house' in the river thames
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climate protest group extinction rebellion floated a miniature house on the river thames in london to draw attention to rising sea levels.
climate protest group extinction rebellion floated a miniature house on the river thames in london to draw attention to rising sea levels.
moncler pop-up shop opens in milan with performance by vanessa beecroft
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a formation of models and ballet dancers wore vintage moncler jackets framed by the city's iconic galleria vittorio emanuele.
a formation of models and ballet dancers wore vintage moncler jackets framed by the city's iconic galleria vittorio emanuele.
giovanni vaccarini's 'powerbarn' is a waste-to-energy plant in northern italy
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the building's imposing mass is intriguingly disguised behind a faceted wooden skin that distorts its scale and appearance.
the building's imposing mass is intriguingly disguised behind a faceted wooden skin that distorts its scale and appearance.
vondom revolution furniture to be made from recycled ocean plastic
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as a brand that designs outdoor furniture to enhance our natural experiences, vondom is only manufacturing using sustainable, recycled and recyclable materials.
as a brand that designs outdoor furniture to enhance our natural experiences, vondom is only manufacturing using sustainable, recycled and recyclable materials.
QWSTION's waterproof fabric made from banana plants wins design prize switzerland 2019
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their array of products are versatile carry solutions for everyday use, with an understated look and a low environmental footprint.
their array of products are versatile carry solutions for everyday use, with an understated look and a low environmental footprint.
invisible studio designs hotel gym as a window overlooking a productive garden
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located in the english county of somerset, the project incorporates one of the world's largest glass panels.
located in the english county of somerset, the project incorporates one of the world's largest glass panels.
MIT's self-assembling cube robots could be used in emergency response situations
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the robots can self-assemble to form various structures with applications including emergency staircases.
the robots can self-assemble to form various structures with applications including emergency staircases.
singapore founders' memorial shortlist includes kengo kuma and DP architects
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the memorial will be dedicated to the country's founders and the values that helped shape the nation we know today.
the memorial will be dedicated to the country's founders and the values that helped shape the nation we know today.
amputee josh sundquist makes the perfect halloween costumes for his disability
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over the years sundquist has been a flamingo, the genie from aladdin, a foosball player, and an IHOP sign.
over the years sundquist has been a flamingo, the genie from aladdin, a foosball player, and an IHOP sign.
national pulse memorial & museum to be designed by coldefy & associés with RDAI
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the design concept features a reflecting pool encircling the pulse building, which will be integrated into the memorial design.
the design concept features a reflecting pool encircling the pulse building, which will be integrated into the memorial design.
the ocean cleanup unveils floating garbage truck that catches plastic in rivers
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the solar-powered floating device is designed to scoop plastic out of rivers before it reaches oceans.
the solar-powered floating device is designed to scoop plastic out of rivers before it reaches oceans.
GHIDINI1961: brass design for life through contemporary creative expressions
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from salt and pepper shakers to sofas, and upholstered furniture, mirrors, and bookshelves, every object in GHIDINI1961’s collection exudes the signature craftsmanship of a »
from salt and pepper shakers to sofas, and upholstered furniture, mirrors, and bookshelves, every object in GHIDINI1961’s collection exudes the signature craftsmanship of a brand rooted in excellence.
peter marino declares its love for venice in textile capsule collection for rubelli
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comprised of silk jacquards called lucente, tiepolo and marino, the collection recreates that magic of the light which makes the city unique.
comprised of silk jacquards called lucente, tiepolo and marino, the collection recreates that magic of the light which makes the city unique.
the louvre recreates the ‘mona lisa’ in 3D for da vinci exhibition
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'mona lisa: beyond the glass' invites visitors to go inside the painting.
'mona lisa: beyond the glass' invites visitors to go inside the painting.
softness of vondom suave by marcel wanders blurs in and outdoor boundaries
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the vondom suave furniture collection designed by marcel wanders creates a warm, welcoming environment both in and outdoors.
the vondom suave furniture collection designed by marcel wanders creates a warm, welcoming environment both in and outdoors.
google launches tools for digital wellbeing including a 'paper phone’
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the open-source collection features an 'unlock clock' that displays the number of times you unlock your phone in a day.
the open-source collection features an 'unlock clock' that displays the number of times you unlock your phone in a day.
'there is no excuse for bad design!' vico magistretti in unreleased footage from 2000
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in our video footage from 2000, vico magistretti tells us that he doesn't have a great passion for 'fashionable' architects...
in our video footage from 2000, vico magistretti tells us that he doesn't have a great passion for 'fashionable' architects...
CATCH is a self-testing HIV kit for developing countries made out of recycled plastic
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a low-cost solution that could save thousands of lives by offering people in developing countries with limited access an easy way to test themselves.
a low-cost solution that could save thousands of lives by offering people in developing countries with limited access an easy way to test themselves.
mitsubishi reveals 'Mi-Tech' hybrid buggy concept with AR windscreen
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the plug-in hybrid features blocky bodywork and a windshield that doubles up as one big augmented reality display.
the plug-in hybrid features blocky bodywork and a windshield that doubles up as one big augmented reality display.
david beckham's miami soccer team reveals MLS stadium plans
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the arena forms part of a larger recreational destination that will also incorporate one of the city's largest public parks.
the arena forms part of a larger recreational destination that will also incorporate one of the city's largest public parks.
google demonstrates 'quantum supremacy', a major computing breakthrough
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the breakthrough could potentially solve complex problems like designing better batteries or minimizing emissions from the creation of fertilizer.
the breakthrough could potentially solve complex problems like designing better batteries or minimizing emissions from the creation of fertilizer.
sleek, sustainable mercedes-benz vision EQS - a closer look at the concept car in tokyo
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designboom travelled to tokyo, japan to experience mercedes-benz's new study for sustainable luxury, the vision EQS.
designboom travelled to tokyo, japan to experience mercedes-benz's new study for sustainable luxury, the vision EQS.
lexus unveils electric LF-30 concept with drone-deploying capabilities
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the car features a front-door pickup feature and drone-technology that uses autonomous control to carry luggage into the vehicle's cargo area.
the car features a front-door pickup feature and drone-technology that uses autonomous control to carry luggage into the vehicle's cargo area.
'incomplete' sculptures of travelers by bruno catalano dock in venice
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a group of distinctly unusual travelers have arrived and dispersed across the ancient city for the venice art biennale 2019.
a group of distinctly unusual travelers have arrived and dispersed across the ancient city for the venice art biennale 2019.
the encompass toothbrush uses a J-shaped head to clean teeth in 20 seconds
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instead of cleaning 1-2 teeth at a time, the device uses a j-shaped brush which surrounds all sides of the teeth.
instead of cleaning 1-2 teeth at a time, the device uses a j-shaped brush which surrounds all sides of the teeth.
