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Super Dad Turns Cars Meant For Kids Into Something Straight Out Of Mad Max


Ian Pfaff

Mad Max superfan Ian Pfaff, of Glendale, California, was inspired to make Mad Max mobiles for his kids, Junior, 2, and Benji, five months. Ian — who is a director by day and makes props in his spare time — started with classic Little Tykes Cozy Coupes. Then added everything from old computer parts to pieces from an expresso machine. Continue reading »

Meet METHOD-1: The Korean Manned Robot That Is Straight Out Of Avatar

With the METHOD-1 project, the Korean company Korea Future Technology wants to build a real manned robot, immediately making me think about the movie Avatar, or even Aliens and Gundam. The first images of this 4-meter tall robot are impressive, and you can see the METHOD-1 robot learning to walk, or his pilot controlling its arms. Continue reading »

Straight From Paris, HoKiou’s Tiny Marvels Under Glass

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Paris-based artist HoKiou handmakes a variety of whimsical jewelry, including beautiful terrarium-style rings. Continue reading »