Architecture & Design

Architect Creates A Wooden Tree-House School For Post-COVID

In some ways, the coronavirus pandemic has made us reconnect with nature. And this inspired architect Valentino Gareri to design a wooden tree-house school which embraces sustainability and adapts to certain conditions such as a pandemic. With the wa...

17th-Century Wine Windows Used During The Plague Are Now Helping Businesses In Florence Serve People Safely During The Pandemic

As lockdown measures gradually ease in many parts of the world, business owners strive to find ways to resume operations. It's certainly not an easy feat, given the strict guidelines that they have to adhere to. Nevertheless, many continue to prove t...

Artist Emi Nakajima Creates Incredibly Detailed Architecture Drawings That You Could Stare At For Hours

For many artists, inspiration comes in many forms. Nature, humans and animals are the most common subjects featured in various artworks. But even other forms of art such as architecture can spark inspiration in artistic minds, just like these archite...

Architects Take On Siheyuan Restoration Project And Successfully Combine Tradition With Modern Designs

Siheyuan refers to a traditional Chinese residential compound which consists of a courtyard surrounded by buildings on all four sides. In an alley within the old quarter of Beijing stands a very old Siheyuan in a state of dilapidation. A team of Chin...

This Giant Foldable Television Can Collapse Into The Floor

From a large box with grainy black-and-white images to flat screens with high-definition displays, the television has seen the most dramatic evolution since it was invented. With the modern UHD smart TV that displays crisper and sharper images than r...

This Farmhouse-Inspired Tiny Home Provides A Perfect Relaxing Getaway

Enjoy a vacation with your family or friends in comfort and style in this tiny home by Perch & Nest! There are thousands of mobile houses available on the market today. But none are as charming and cozy as Perch & Nest’s farmhouse-themed flee...

Man Finds Entrance To The Derinkuyu Underground City After Knocking Down Wall In Basement

Aside from giving your space a new look, home renovations also allow you to learn more about your humble abode. And in some cases, they may also reveal some shocking discoveries that will simply blow your mind. Such was the case in 1963 when a Turkis...

The FLOP Multi-functional Armchair Transforms Into A Bed With Ease

We all love a good and reliable piece of furniture that serves multiple purposes. For instance, this couch with a built-in dog bed and this picture frame that turns into a table. Indeed, multipurpose furniture pieces are not only incredible space-sav...

These Modern Dog Houses Will Get Your Pup’s Approval

Whether your canine friends stay primarily outside or inside your house, giving them their own comfy abode is essential for their protection and wellbeing. While comfort and safety are still the topmost priority, this modern dog house provides all of...

You Can Get A Star Wars-Inspired AT-AT Walker Bed

No one is ever too old for Star Wars-themed merchandise. In fact, most of what is available on the market these days specifically caters to grownups. From cookware, rugs, fire pits, furniture and more, these pieces don't just look good but are functi...

A City In Germany Is Developing Sleeping Pods To Help Shelter The Homeless From The Cold At Night

Did you know that there were 860, 000 homeless people in Germany in 2016? Half of this staggering number consisted of foreign refugees. This sudden influx caused a 150% spike in the country’s homeless population between 2016 and 2018. The social issu...

Designer Danni Koldal Turned His 1961 VW Beetle Deluxe Into A Sleek Matte Black Roadster

The Volkswagen Beetle is one of the most widely recognized car models of all time. So, it doesn't actually come as a surprise that it's a popular choice for repurposing and modification. We've seen how aftermarket companies and car enthusiasts have c...

Tree Bookcases Are A Stylish Alternative To The Standard Design

Books give wings to our imagination and help us develop our thoughts while providing us with endless knowledge and lessons. So, it’s only fitting to organize and display them on attractive shelving that doesn’t only save a lot of space but also makes...

The Ora Leaf-Shaped Shower Panel Is Stunning And Reduces Water Usage

Nothing can be more relaxing than a nice warm shower after a gruelling day. But have you ever stopped in the middle of your shower and felt a niggling sense of guilt about the water running down the drain? After all, it can be so easy to lose track o...

Architects ‘SPACEGROUP’ Want To Create Floating Cabins In A Norwegian Forest

We think that going to a cabin in the forest is the perfect hideaway from our busy urban life. But have you ever thought about how paradoxical it is to construct a cabin in a forest? When creating habitats for humans, natural landscapes along with th...