Drawings of Daily Resistance from the 1956 Montgomery Bus Boycott
2020-10-09
In the spring of 1956, two young artists from Brooklyn noticed that something momentous was happening in the South.Read More →
1956 Greyhound bus settles on roof of Nashville Hotel
2020-10-09
a 1956 greyhound scenicruiser bus has been suspended on the rooftop of the bobby hotel in nashville, tennessee, providing an unexpected highlight for the guests. the project is part of the building’s overall renovation by castlerock asset management, who turned the 1970’s structure, previously used as an office complex, into a vibrant lifestyle hotel, complete with a rooftop lounge, a swimming pool, and an on-site restaurant.Read More →
Bølgen Bath and Leisure Centre by White Arkitekter perches above a fjord
2020-10-09
Swedish architecture studio White Arkitekter has refurbished a gym and built a new swimming pool building for Bølgen Bath and Leisure Centre in Drøbak, Norway. Bølgen Bath and Leisure Centre now has its own lap pool, diving pool, children’s pool, water slide, therapy pool and baths, as well as a sauna and spa.Read More →
Turn Yourself Into Your Favourite Painting With New Filters on Google Arts & Culture
2020-10-09
The Google app that brought you virtual museums and let you turn your house into your very own art gallery now has a way to turn you into a work of art yourself. On Wednesday, Google Arts & Culture launched their Art Filter app, which allows users to turn themselves into iconic masterpieces.Read More →
Breathing Zone application – Meditation
2020-10-09
Breathing Zone – sit back and relax as the animated breathing guide gently slows the pace of your breathing. Research indicates that it has been shown to lower blood pressure.I have been using the Breathing Zone application for several years. What I particularly like about this application is that is simple, simple to use, simple to set up.Read More →
Marvelous Female Portrait Photography By Katarzyna Markiewicz
2020-10-09
Gorgeous beauty portraits by Katarzyna Markiewicz, talented photographer and retoucher currently based in Lublin, Poland. Katarzyna focuses on portraiture, she shoots awesome beauty, fashion, street style and lifestyle portrait photography.Read More →
This houseboat doubles up as a caravan so you can holiday on both land and water
2020-10-09
Germany-based caravan boat that combines a camper and houseboat into one. Called ‘ departure one ‘ the 30-foot extended trailer is constructed using a seawater resistant aluminium hull offering multiple opportunities for use both ashore and on the water. Images courtesy of caravan boat amenities onboard are somewhat expected but still impressive. The caravan boat sleeps four people comprising of two single beds in the bow with other sleeping areas in the living room and by converting the seating area.Read More →
Kissing cowboys: the queer rodeo stars bucking a macho American tradition
2020-10-08
Luke Gilford was at a Pride event in northern California in 2016 when he was drawn to a stand by the sound of Dolly Parton singing 9 to 5. What he found there would change his life. Members of the local chapter of the Golden State Gay Rodeo Association were promoting what they do, and how they live.Read More →
Room divider ideas – 8 ways to separate an open plan space
2020-10-08
Finding room divider ideas that are just as stylish as they are functional, is often easier said than done. But, if you live in an open place space, maybe it’s a studio apartment or perhaps you have a kitchen and living room in one situation going on, you will know the importance of creating ‘zones’ (rooms within rooms).Read More →
Ikko Tanaka, Japan Week L.A., 1987
2020-10-08
The “Japan Week LA” special event series was designed to heighten public awareness between the United States and Japan. ThereRead More →
Pastel Pink Crates Are Everywhere Right Now
2020-10-08
As if Kmart Australia wasn’t painful enough, we Americans have yet another reason to envy folks in other parts ofRead More →
10 Amazing DIY Bike Rack Ideas You Just Have To See
2020-10-07
From a triangular work of art to a bookcase that doubles as a bike rack, these are the gorgeous bike storage solutions you need to upgrade your apartment.
For many of you, your apartment might be that safe and convenient bike storage solution. Until it’s not, and you trip over your bike on the way out the door. Here to keep your bike, and your face, off the floor, are these gorgeous, space-saving bike racks and shelves that double as art because your reliable ride earned it after whisking you around the city and getting you home in one piece all sweet summer and fall long.Read More →
The Benefits of a Studio Dog
2020-10-07
Originally posted in 2014 I first thought of the benefits of a studio dog when I visited The Distillery inRead More →
8 Cool-Toned Rugs & Tiles
2020-10-06
Cool-toned flooring products imbue elegance underfoot.Read More →
Mint unveils American Eagles with new reverse designs
2020-10-06
The U.S. Mint unveiled new reverse designs for the 2021 American Eagle gold and silver coins, but Mint officials have not revealed how the design transition will be conducted.
The new reverse of the American Eagle silver coin will depict an eagle in flight with an oak branch in its talons, a design favoured by the Commission of Fine Arts for the American Eagle gold bullion coin.Read More →
In memoriam: Kenzo Takada (1939–2020) | Wallpaper*
2020-10-06
Kenzo Takada has died at the age of 81, due to complications from Covid-19. The Japanese fashion designer-founder of the eponymous label Kenzo – was famed for bringing unrestricted shapes, vibrant colour and creative energy to French fashion in the 1970s, and liberating sartorial society from the conservatism of the Haute Couture salon.Read More →
Greeking – No it is not the latest Sexual Fad
2020-10-06
Although it sounds like it ‘Greeking’ is not some weird sexual practice practised by the ancients. ‘Greeking’ is a technique that originated in advertising where the potential ad copy or text for a new ad being developed is represented by non-words so that the viewer can focus on the overall design rather than getting caught up in the actual details of the text.Read More →
Gelion is a Sans Serif Typeface with a Geometric Touch
2020-10-06
Gelion is a Sans serif with a geometric touch with a minimal contrast of strokes, inspired by Futura, Avant Garde, Avenir and neo-grotesque Akzidenz-Grotesk, Helvetica form remaining true to the gracefully geometric look of the early 20th-century typefaces, that ticks off a long list of branding requirements.Read More →
9 ways to make your lounge room look bigger
2020-10-06
A small space doesn’t necessarily mean you have to be cramped. Maybe there is not enough light; furniture doesn’t sit well, the layout isn’t right? How do you make a small room feel more spacious? With clever use of colour, furniture placing, space planning and lighting, your small space can feel as spacious as you need it to bRead More →
Small studio space in a warm color palette
2020-10-06
This small one-room studio is decorated with lots of white combined with natural materials and warm colours like beige and ochre. This warm palette looks very inviting and unifies the style throughout the space.
My favourite area must be the small white dining area with white bentwood chairs. Perfect for a morning coffee.Read More →