The Dubai Fountain is one of the world’s largest fountains, and of course with Dubai sparing no expense in any arena– this fountain is one that dances. With performances similar to the thought of Las Vegas’ Bellagio hotel, this fountain is set on the whopping 30-acre Burj Khalifa Lake. The performances contain arabic and contemporary songs,…
Public works in architecture are always being proposed, and this year’s 2012 ArchTriumph design contest had some innovative entries– no doubt. But one that’s caught our eye indefinitely is the Inflatable Trampoline Design from Atelier Zündel Cristea Architecture in France. With a fun and whimsical sounding proposal of a gigantic, inflatable bridge that doubles as a…
Sometimes all that’s needed to refresh a space is a new accessory, piece of art, a plant or a little pick me up to make your home feel new again. Clocks can be a great addition to an empty wall, or the wall that’s got enough picture frames on it already. And of course, for the…
What’s a sports game without a little pre-game tailgate party? Bulleit Whiskey knows that, and their latest creation in collaboration with interior designer Brad Ford and Moore & Giles is certainly a homerun. This curiously refined woody trailer is an exclusive part of Neiman Marcus’ Fantasy Gifts from the annual Christmas Book. Though the exterior may…
Architecture is typically thought of in large-scaled, structural terms. Even though this is the standard for what is usually spoken of in architectural terms– some artists take their own inspiration from architecture and turn it into smaller scaled proportions. Mathilde Nivet is a Paris, France based artist that is inspired by the detail and shapes of…
Japanese architect and artist Yoshimasa Tsutsumi has been involved at the creation and art installation of “Digit” featuring Diesel’s new home collection. The showcase, currently on display at the Diesel Art Gallery in Shibuya, features a creative approach to the way furniture sits against walls. This creative approach takes the standard ‘wall’ as we know it,…
Though Summer has come and gone for 2012, there are plenty of things that have those middle months on our brains. This Picnic Table condiment set is one of them, and it’s got a fun and funky design that fits in so many unique settings. This picnic table is petite with space for the essentials: ketchup,…
Summer may have come and gone, but that doesn’t mean that there’s no possibility in celebrating those warm sun-filled months all year round. Especially when it comes to tasteful art. The “À la plage” photographic series by photographer Gray Malin has us already pining for scorching days at the beach and warm Summery nights. The Dallas…
Home owners and renters alike all have their own tchotchkes and display items to be proud of in their respective homes. When you’ve got items that are worth displaying they deserve a display worthy shelf to be set on. There can be display pieces that are heirlooms, D.I.Y curios, bookcases that read to you and so…
When you think ‘Pop-Up Shop’ there’s typically an association with purchasing goods, bright lights, big signage and all kinds of stops pulled out for those just wandering through. And imagine a Starbucks pop-up shop. You’d think frappucino’s, lattes, espresso drinks and coffee cups abound, right? Wrong. This Tokyo based shop by Nendo is actually quite the…