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Kayashima: The Japanese Train Station Built Around a 700-Year-Old Tree | Colossal
In the Northeast suburbs of central Osaka stands a curious train station unlike any other. Kayashima Station features a rectangular hole cut into the roof of the elevated platform and, from inside, a giant tree pokes its head out like … Continue reading
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Brasil – Expressão dos Brasileiros – Open Americas
Source: Brasil – Expressão dos Brasileiros – Open Americas
Lello Bookstore in Porto: One of the most beautiful bookstores in the world – Walls with Stories
One of the most amazing bookstores in the world is located in the Portuguese city of Porto and is called Lello Bookstore (also known as Livraria Lello & Irmão or Livraria Chardron). The name comes from the Lello brothers who … Continue reading
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Artist Shows That Putting Googly Eyes on Inanimate Objects Never Gets Old | Colossal
Ah yes, eyebombing, the street art equivalent of drawing a funny mustache on Mona Lisa. So ubiquitous it’s impossible to credit anyone for inventing it… and yet for some reason it never quite stops being hilarious? Or maybe it’s just … Continue reading
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Towering Murals by Blu on the Streets of Italy Confront Environmental and Societal Woes | Colossal
From climate change to capitalism run amok, street artist Blu (previously) pulls no punches in his soaring multi-story murals on the streets of Italy. While mixed with a healthy dose of sarcasm and humor, the inspiration behind each artwork is … Continue reading
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The First Annual International Bamboo Architectural Biennale Explores Material’s Use in Contemporary Design | Colossal
Last fall the very first International Bamboo Architecture Biennale premiered in the small village of Baoxi, China, placing eighteen permanent works by twelve international architects within the traditionally agriculture-centered town. The biennale, curated by artist Ge Qiantao and architect George … Continue reading
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LHC double heavy particle to shine light on strong force – BBC News
Scientists have detected a new particle at the Large Hadron Collider at Cern Source: LHC double heavy particle to shine light on strong force – BBC News
Artist-Designed Clogs at The De Klompen Show
Organized by Wieden + Kennedy, an advertising agency based in Amsterdam, the De Klompen Show is a public exhibition featuring uniquely designed clogs by a wide variety of artists. Source: Artist-Designed Clogs at The De Klompen Show
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Geometric Desserts by Dinara Kasko
Desserts in the shape of different geometric figures by pastry chef Dinara Kasko from the Ukraine. Source: Geometric Desserts by Dinara Kasko
Proud Mancs strut their stuff on the catwalk at the spectacular launch of the Manchester International Festival – Manchester Evening News
The opening ceremony saw local heroes, celebrities and ordinary people from all backgrounds take to a 100m catwalk in Piccadilly Gardens Source: Proud Mancs strut their stuff on the catwalk at the spectacular launch of the Manchester International Festival – … Continue reading
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