Above & Below London creates shoes using retro textiles reclaimed from the seat upholstery of 10 lines of underground tube and bus lines. The fabric for each shoe is hand selected and restored while leather used in the shoe’s production comes from landfill-bound wallets and car tires.Above & Below London creates shoes using retro textiles reclaimed from the seat... more
Artist Christian Faur has found a new use for crayons – painstakingly detailed pixel art. Faur stacks hand-cast crayons of varying shades into wooden frames to create these impressive works of art.Artist Christian Faur has found a new use for crayons – painstakingly detailed pixel... more
For the businessman (shady, or otherwise) on the go comes this portable cubicle. Designed by German studio Koenig & Neurath, the Standby Office is a cubicle on wheels that features an integrated WiFi access point, measures 190 x 146 x 74 cm, and is solidly constructed of steel, aluminum and wood. All you have to provide is a chair, a computer and the $6,000 it takes to purchase this modular cubicle.For the businessman (shady, or otherwise) on the go comes this portable cubicle.... more
The On-Orbit Coffee Cup hopes to make it easier for astronauts floating through space sip their morning coffee with ease. Designed by astronaut Donald Pettit, the On-Orbit Coffee Cup uses surface tension to contain liquid in a zero gravity environment.The On-Orbit Coffee Cup hopes to make it easier for astronauts floating through space... more
Arcades were prevalent in the 80s and early 90s but due to economic conditions and the rise of gaming consoles in the home they’ve died a slow death. Some still linger in shopping malls but they’re not what they used to be. The folks at Coin-Op Video Games recorded the audio from their arcade experiences between 1982 and 1988 in a variety of locations from Ithaca, NY, to Key West, FL, and have posted this ambient arcade audio online.Arcades were prevalent in the 80s and early 90s but due to economic conditions and the... more
One day, far in the future, our society will be the focus of an archeological excavation. What will these anthropologists of the future find amongst the dirt and rocks? Fossilized Walkmen, iPods, and other technological remnants of our culture. Artist Christopher Locke is giving us a glimpse at our culture through the eyes of the future with his fossilized creations.One day, far in the future, our society will be the focus of an archeological... more
Getting mauled has never been so fun! This bear-shaped sleeping bag by Eiko Ishizawa is, let’s face it, odd. But if you’re forced to curl into a sleeping bag and catch some Z’s in the great outdoors, why not masquerade as one of nature’s cutest predators.Getting mauled has never been so fun! This bear-shaped sleeping bag by Eiko Ishizawa... more
Cycling suits are usually pretty skin-tight, but what happens when you remove the skin? Tomek Pietek created this anatomical cycling suit that’s equal parts gross and neat.Cycling suits are usually pretty skin-tight, but what happens when you remove the... more
Beginning in spring of this year, Sears began selling EcoGir business suits for men. The difference between these suits and others is that EcoGir is made from 100% recycled plastic bottle chips and wool, making it a very Green alternative. Sears is attempting to save energy while reducing carbon footprints and diverting waste from landfills. According to The Clean Air Council, 2.5 million plastic bottles are thrown away by Americans each hour, meaning nearly 60 million bottles are thrown away per day. It only takes 13 two-liter plastic bottles to fashion one full suit.Beginning in spring of this year, Sears began selling EcoGir business suits for men.... more
LG’s G910 Touch Watch phone, available later this year, is a mere 13.9mm thick and features a full touch-screen interface, video-calling capabilities and an MP3 player. There are a lot of firsts for this little device – it’s the first of its kind and the first to be supported by a major mobile phone carrier.LG’s G910 Touch Watch phone, available later this year, is a mere 13.9mm thick and... more
Brian McCarty is a toy photographer, director and producer. He has worked with toys for over 15 years and founded his company, McCarty PhotoWorks, in 2003. His work blurs the line between art and commerce, often breathing life into inanimate figures, objects and toys.Brian McCarty is a toy photographer, director and producer. He has worked with toys... more
Welsh artist Michael Bosanko has traded in his paintbrush for lights and a digital camera. Using only these tools, the 39-year-old artist creates light graffiti using five colored flashlights and by leaving his digital camera set for long exposure.Welsh artist Michael Bosanko has traded in his paintbrush for lights and a digital... more
AlexCF makes some truly fantastic yet twisted and bizarre creations. A professional cryptozoological pseudo-scientific assemblage artist and illustrator, Alex’s work ranges from Lycanthrope lab specimen and infant plesiosaurus to ancient vampire hunting kits and the Cheshire Cat.AlexCF makes some truly fantastic yet twisted and bizarre creations. A professional... more
Bored with weddings? Tired of the same old celebrated clichés? Why not take your wedding, or someone else’s, to a whole new level with miniature robots that look like the bride and groom. The animatronic creations are fashioned to resemble actual individuals and feature a sensor which detects when someone is nearby. Upon detection the robot is able to greet and converse using pre-recorded audio snippets.Bored with weddings? Tired of the same old celebrated clichés? Why not take your... more
As kids, we sat and sculpted objects from Play-Doh for hours on end. But how many times did you take a bite, or at least want to? Don't be ashamed to admit it. Tasted kinda funky, right? Not to mention, toxic. Well, now there’s Play-Doh you're actually supposed to eat. It's called Yummy Dough and allows you to sculpt, create and snack.As kids, we sat and sculpted objects from Play-Doh for hours on end. But how many... more
As the world’s population continues to grow and cities become even more congested and resources dissipate, it might be time to start looking at remedies for the future. Eric Vergne’s Dystopian Farm project envisions a New York City comprised of skyscraper farms that harness the latest technology to create a self-sustaining food source for the entire city.As the world’s population continues to grow and cities become even more congested... more
So we covered E3 from the floor, but we kind of had a secret weapon. Using Livescribe’s Pulse Smartpen, we were able to capture text and audio of an interview with Fusion io and post it as a Pencast, an exciting new form of social media.So we covered E3 from the floor, but we kind of had a secret weapon. Using... more
Say you own a scooter and need to run to the store, make a quick delivery, or haul something. Where are you going to keep your belongings? Not everything can fit into a backpack, under the seat or between your feet. The correct answer is the Cargo Scooter by Elliot Ortiz.Say you own a scooter and need to run to the store, make a quick delivery, or haul... more
Let Hollywood Saloon take you back to a time before Stanley Kubrick was “Stanley Kubrick”, before Spielberg was “Spielberg” and Scorsese was “Scorsese”.These early works, consisting of 16mm student productions, Super 8 and VHS films, give us a glimpse of the youthful talent that would go on to produce some of the most important films of the 20th century.Let Hollywood Saloon take you back to a time before Stanley Kubrick was “Stanley... more
Paul’s Valley, Oklahoma, has officially become a Nerd Mecca thanks to its Toy & Action Figure Museum.Paul’s Valley, Oklahoma, has officially become a Nerd Mecca thanks to its Toy &... more
