Architecture & Design

15 Times Buildings Were Replaced And Looked 10x Worse

Renovation helps improve the structure, style, comfort and value of a building. But what if the supposed 'improvement' went horribly wrong? Just like these renovated buildings that went from ‘magnificent’ to ‘terrible’. The result is so shockingly ba...

Tiny Arched Homes Are More Affordable Than You Think

For as low as $1,000, you can now have a cozy, attractive, durable, and cost effective home. Better by design, these arched tiny homes are the most efficient solution to those who wish to 'live small'. These easy-to-build structures are manufactured ...

These 3D Sphere Bookshelves Look Like They’re Emerging From Within The Wall

Contemporary design has revolutionized ordinary furniture into decorative works of art, incorporating functionality and aesthetics. So when the 3D Sphere Bookshelf became viral on the internet, many people wanted to know where they could buy it. And ...

Shop Owner Installs Glass Ceiling For His Cats And Now They Non-Stop Stare At Him

Have you ever caught your cat leaping onto a high place, leans back then stares at you? Household kitties actually do this all the time and there’s no reason to freak out because this behavior is only typical of felines. This is why one shop owner in...

Bella Foxwell Captures The Beauty Of London’s Colorful Front Doors

London is famous for being constantly blanketed by gray skies. But one photographer, Bella Foxwell, is showing that the city is anything but dreary through her photo collection of the colorful front doors she comes across throughout the posh city. B...

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...