Architecture & Design

Japanese Architect Designs A Climbable Earthquake-Proof Bookshelf

A floor-to-ceiling bookshelf is every bibliophile’s dream. However, this type of shelf can be dangerous if you live in a place that experiences a lot of earthquakes like Japan. This is exactly what Yokohama City resident Shin Yoshida thought. So, he ...

Japanese Theme Park Has Made A Huge Godzilla Replica So That You Can Zip Line Right Into The Jaws Of Hell

Located on Awaji Island in Hyogo Prefecture, the Nijigen no Mori theme park is famous for its interactive anime-themed attractions. There's the Crayon Shin-chan Adventure Park and the Naruto and Boruto Shinobi-Zato. Visitors can experience living lik...

New SABRE Rocket Engine Could Fly From The UK To Australia In Just 4 Hours

We all want to travel the world. To achieve this dream though, you’d have to sacrifice a good chunk of your time flying towards your destination. Most flights can be exhausting and extensive, with or without layovers. In fact, the fastest direct flig...

2,000-Year-Old Sapphire Ring Has An Intricate Portrait Carved Into It

The late lady Diana Spencer's engagement ring sparked frenzy and controversy. It became one of the most iconic jewelry pieces featuring a sapphire stone. But the former Princess’s jewelry, though fabulously gorgeous, pales in comparison with the 2,00...

People Have Been Sharing Bad Kitchen Designs They Came Across And It’s Hilarious

Kitchens are more than just for cooking - it’s also a place for bonding, talking, laughing and more. This is why it is important to have a good kitchen layout that is practical and functional. Despite this, there are some ridiculously bad kitchen des...

IKEA Displays ‘Home Of Tomorrow’ To Help Inspire Sustainable Plant-Filled Urban Oasis

Today, about half of the world’s population resides in cities and based on a research by IKEA, it is estimated that 70% of the world’s population will live in urban areas by 2050. Considering how cities are growing faster than ever, it’s safe to assu...

A Giant Pair Of Hands Hold-Up The Bà Nà Hills Bridge In Vietnam

If Vietnam is your next travel destination then you might want to visit the magnificent Bà Nà Hills Bridge. This remarkable structure is one of the highlights of a popular mountaintop resort complex, just a 45-minute car ride away from Da Nang. The m...

Beetle-Inspired Coffee Table Has Built-In Wings That Open For Extra Space

We consider our homes to be a representative of who we are. So many of us take great care in curating the pieces that we add to our personal space. And since the living room is considered to be the face of one’s home as it serves as the epicenter for...

New Economy Class Seat Design Allows Passengers To Lie Down

Long-haul flights are equally exciting and exhausting. More often than not, they signify that you're off to an interesting destination. However, sitting for long hours in a flying aircraft is certainly not something you would look forward to. Well, f...

17th-Century Swedish Warship Pulled From The Baltic Sea Is Almost Fully Preserved

Just like any other type of vehicle, there are times when ships fail to reach their destinations. We've heard the tragic tales of Titanic, Republic, Lusitania, Arizona and Mary Rose, to name a few. The fate of the Swedish 17th-century warship Vasa wa...

The Crazy Horse Memorial Has Been Under Construction Since 1948 And It’s One Of The Largest In The World

The Crazy Horse Memorial is a monumental sculpture which is under construction in the Black Hills of South Dakota. It has been in progress since 1948 but it is still far from completion, even after 72 years. So, the mountain monument depicts Tasunke ...

University Student Adelina Gareeva’s Freehand Architectural Sketches Are On Another Level

With all the technological advancements we have, it seems like everything can now be done and enhanced digitally. Modern architects, for example, have been relying on computers to develop designs. However, this Russian architecture student prefers to...

San Antonio Zoo Installed Life-Sized LEGO Animal Replicas Using Millions Of Bricks

LEGO has been a huge part of many childhoods. It allows children to unleash their creativity, imagination and curiosity. Now, kids and adults can experience the iconic toy bricks in nature during a visit to the zoo. The San Antonio Zoo in Brackenridg...

Italian Designer Pierpaolo Lazzarini Has Created A Luxury Electric-Powered Yacht That Looks Like A Swan

We could all probably agree that cruising on a yacht is already a luxurious activity in itself. However, Italian designer Pierpaolo Lazzarini of Lazzarini Design Studio has taken it a notch higher with a new luxury electric yacht concept. Aptly named...

Kelsey Transformed Her Family Home Into A Disney Fairytale And People Love It

The temporary closure of the "happiest place on Earth" due to the current pandemic has surely left many people sad. Nevertheless, luckily, for Kelsey Hermanson and her family, the magic still continues right in the comfort of their home. Apparently, ...