Hövding – Airbag for Cyclists
Hövding is a revolutionary bicycle helmet. Unlike other cycle helmets, Hövding is worn as a collar around your neck.
Hövding started out in 2005 as a master’s thesis by the two founders Anna Haupt and Terese Alstin, who, at the time, were studying Industrial Design at the University of Lund.
The idea of developing a new type of cycle helmet was a response to the introduction of a law on mandatory helmet use for children up to the age of 15 in Sweden, which triggered a debate on whether cycle helmets should be mandatory for adults too. Anna and Terese saw their master’s thesis as an opportunity to find out whether it would be possible to develop a cycle helmet that people would be happy to wear – whether they had to or not. Continue reading »
‘Pornographie’ by Édouard Levé
Only a Frenchman could make clothed sex scenes arousing. From writer and photographer Édouard Levé’s 2002 photo series Pornographie. Levé published many books of photography and writing. He sent his publisher his last book, Suicide, a fiction about the suicide of a childhood friend, ten days before he took his own life at age 42. Continue reading »
Robots that Create Art: Harvey Moon’s Drawing Machines
These robots can draw portraits, give visual form to a cricket’s movements, or interpret Google Earth as an abstract picture. New media artist Harvey Moon discusses how he surrenders control and artistic license to his robot collaborators in a new video from The Creators Project. Continue reading »
Slick Graphic Design by Casmic Lab
Casmic Lab is a Valencia based design studio founded in 2006 by Amadeo Castroviejo and Roser Miquel. Working with a broad range of clients from individuals to institutions with the best motivation and possible precision at every project to obtain the best results in: graphic design, web, corporate identity, illustration and motion. Continue reading »
Best of the National Geographic 2013 Traveler Photo Contest
The 25th annual National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest is now accepting submissions. Harness the power of photography and share your stunning travel experiences from around the globe with us. Enter today for a chance to win a National Geographic Expedition to the Galápagos and have your photo published in National Geographic Traveler magazine.
A Rare Reflection. Photo and caption by Christian Roth/National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest.
“Returning from a snorkeling excursion during a trip to the Great Barrier Reef, wind speed dropped to zero and the ocean became a mirror. As the horizon disappeared, only the seaplane, sitting confidently between the blue elements, provided a sense of space and felt like a link to the rest of the world.” Continue reading »
Make Every Meal Fancier
A series of print advertisements, created by Imago, a Croatian advertising agency for FRIDRIH mushrooms brand. Bon appetit, whether you’re enjoying the mushrooms or the ads! Continue reading »
Perelman Pencils
Who said creative people didn’t like Science? Designers Alan Temiraev and Vladimir Zotov from The Bold Studio and illustrators Julien Jules and Phil have been inspired by Grigori Perelman, a Russian mathematician who solved the unsolvable: the famous Poincaré conjecture. Full of panache (or pure madness), the genius and crazy Perelman notably turned down the ultimate award in Mathematics, the Fields Medal, as well as another prize worth 1 million dollars.
“In our studio, money isn’t important. What’s important is love and work, perhaps that’s why we respect people like Perelman”, says Alan Temiraev.
These Perelman pencils are finally colourful little reminders of the mathematician’s somehow superhuman intelligence: may they give the one who’s handling them even a tiny drop of his talent! Continue reading »
Designer Printed Microfiber Pocket Cloths by Declan
Declan printed microfiber pocket cloths are our answer to smudged touchscreens and dirty eyewear. We have combined the best materials with designer prints to create a fashion meets function accessory that everyone can use. Never wipe your greasy smartphone on your shirt again. Just keep Declan in a pocket for convenient, water-free cleaning at anytime. And because our prints are style savvy, you will look extra sharp using Declan pocket cloths. Continue reading »
Three Little Liligers Cavort at Russian Zoo
In this photo on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 Zita, a liger, half-lioness, half-tiger, carries her one month old liliger cub in the Novosibirsk Zoo. The cub’s father is a lion, Sam. Photos by Ilnar Salakhiev / AP Photo. Continue reading »
Geographies And Sometimes Not Even That
Fantastic collages by Raúl Lázaro, a visual designer from Madrid, Spain. Continue reading »
Beautiful Pictures of Female Surfers as They Plunge Beneath the Ocean Waves
The sight of these sirens would be enough to tempt any sailor to condemn himself to a watery grave. But landlubbers fear not. Wait long enough and you can probably meet them back on the beach. These bikini-clad surfers are slicing through the roaring waters off the coast of Hawaii in search of the perfect wave. Photos: Sarah Lee / Alisons Adventures / Carters News. Continue reading »
Rihanna’s Topless Image is Covered up on Billboards Across Dublin
Images of topless Rihanna have been plastered on billboard around the Irish city to promote her Diamonds world tour stop at the Aviva Stadium on June 21st. Pictures of the star have been covered up with items of clothing which conceal the singer’s modesty.
A poster for popstar Rihanna was censored with a home made boob tube on Church Street in Dublin. (PA/Daily Mail) Continue reading »
Maternal Instinct: Lovable Pugs Raising Abandoned Tiger Cubs
Two abandoned tiger cubs are nursed by a pug at the Oktyabrsky Health Resort in Sochi, Russia. (ITAR-TASS/Barcroft/Daily Mail) Continue reading »
Daredevil Stuntman Nik Wallenda
Nik Wallenda nears the middle of his tightrope walk over Niagara Falls as seen from Niagara Falls, Ontario, on Friday, June 15, 2012. Wallenda has finished his attempt to become the first person to walk on a tightrope 1,800 feet across the mist-fogged brink of roaring Niagara Falls. The seventh-generation member of the famed Flying Wallendas had long dreamed of pulling off the stunt, never before attempted. (Aaron Vincent Elkaim/AP Photo/The Canadian Press) Continue reading »
Flying Bikes: Firms Create Airborne Prototype
Three companies in the Czech Republic have teamed up to make a prototype of an electric bicycle that is capable of flying. The amazing machine is controlled remotely while in development but its designers hope to have it capable of carrying people soon. They also hope battery technology will advance enough to improve the five-minute flights it is capable of performing and make the invention marketable. (Sky News) Continue reading »
Personal Handmade Animal Cushion Harry by Barbora Perglova
Be unique! Liven up your home and invite new members of your family! Or gift them to your beloved ones. Harry, Larry, Marry – three merry companions are waiting for you. Every piece is unique. Pillows are sewed for you by hand and with love.
Original awesome pillow Larry in unique bunny design by frappante is not just a decoration, he is your pillow friend! Larry is personal, friendly and soft cushion, you will want to have him always with you! You can hold him, hug him, sleep with him, snuggle with him and he’s always there for you! Continue reading »
Photo of the Day: Amhara’s Mira
The Sphynx cat ‘Amhara’s Mira’ belonging to breeder Sabine Braeuer takes part in the International pedigree dog and purebred cat exhibition in Erfurt, Germany. (AP Photo/Jens Meyer)
Kiss My Bag
KISS MY BAG it,s a new concept for tote bags. You can design your own one using a simple grid printed on it. You can choose whatever technique: textile pens, textile paints, sewing, adding objects: everything goes. Take inspiration from inside of you or your surrounding and search for a nice design. The most simple might be the most effective. KISS MY BAG comes in a plastic wrapper that ensures its contents. It will be sent wherever you want, carefully prepared to receive it in the most optimal conditions. Continue reading »
Inside Facebook’s Data Center Near the Arctic Circle
On the edge of the Arctic Circle, where the River Lule meets the Gulf of Bothnia, lies a very important building. Facebook’s newest data center – in Luleå, Sweden – is now handling live traffic from around the world. Facebook claims Luleå is likely to be one of the most efficient and sustainable data centers in the world. All the equipment inside is powered by locally generated hydro-electric energy. It is 100% renewable and they have been able to reduce the number of backup generators required at the site by more than 70%. Continue reading »
Philippine Map Made of Lego
A Philippine map with landmarks made of 50,000 pieces of Lego is exhibited in a mall in Davao City, Southern Philippines. (Barcroft Media)
X-Wing Starfighter Made of Lego
Star Wars fans view a life-size replica of an X-Wing Starfighter at Legoland in California. (WENN)
Analgesia
The art installation ‘Analgesia’ (2012) by Italian sculptor Paolo Grassino is displayed at the international contemporary art show in Basel, Switzerland. (EPA)
Silver Clouds
Children play with ‘Silver Clouds’ as part of an Andy Warhol installation in the GLAM-Exhibition in Frankfurt. (GETTY IMAGES)
Photo of the Day: Soon
A jury member examines sphynx cat Amharas Mira during an international cat and dog exhibition in Erfurt, eastern Germany. (AFP/GETTY)
