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(Part Two in an Eight-Part Series on Brilliant and Unusual Artists of the World) Being an artist, of course, necessitates a certain amount of creativity. There are some artists who are able to constantly surprise with their level of creativity, turning out art that is completely original. New York artist Jason Hackenwerth’s art is so distinctive and unusual that it’s safe to say the world has never seen anything like it. Jason Hackenwerth creates massive ...
5 Epic Panoramic and 360 Degree Photographers [25 PICS] (33)
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One of the limitations of photography has always been the camera’s limited field of view. Even the fanciest and most technologically advanced camera can’t match the ability of the human viewer to see the entire landscape around them. Since the birth of photography, photographers have been looking for a way to make the photo viewing experience more dynamic and inclusive. Panoramic photography is the usual choice of photogs who want to give their pictures a ...
16 Abandoned Cars, Trucks, Buses, Tanks and Roads (1)
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tank in lake (Part One in an Eight-Part Series on Abandoned Vehicles and Buildings) Like abandoned buildings, abandoned vehicles can have a profound effect on those who see them. They represent the sadness of losing those comforts that we’ve come to rely on, and the end of someone’s dream. Every abandoned car was once a brand-new machine, a source of pride for its owner. Every abandoned bus once carried schoolchildren or city shoppers to their ...
6 Abandoned Railroads, Subways, and Trains | WebUrbanist (16)
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Across most of the developed world, railroad was once king. The installation of train tracks across America was a momentous occasion that made wide commercial trade possible from one coast to the other. Today, railroads have fallen from their previous glory days. They’re still used, but not anywhere near as much as they were once. As a result, it’s not difficult to find the ruins of our former railroad culture scattered all across the country, ...
11 Unusually Cool Outdoor Furniture Designs: Part Eight in an Eight-Part Unusual Furniture Series (12)
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unusual outdoor furniture In general, you’ll find two types of outdoor spaces attached to urban homes: the tiny space that’s so cramped it’s nearly unusable, and the surprisingly large space that just begs for unique furniture. Both present unique design challenges that can be solved with the clever application of some unique outdoor furniture. fold out vertical patio outdoor furniture When you have a cramped urban backyard, every square foot of space counts. Architectural firm ...
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I really want that spaghetti bench and pop out patio table+bench
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I particularly like the spaghetti bench.
2 Small 4 People: 12 Insane Doghouses and Dollhouses [PICS] (12)
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amazing dog houses and doll houses There’s just something about smaller-than-normal houses that brings out the kid in all of us. Whether you’re spoiling your kids with a crazy doll house or pampering your pooch with a luxurious doghouse, these little versions of real houses are enough to keep you going “Awwww” for hours. modular doll house The Hase Weiss doll house is perfect for budding designers or kids who just can’t make up their ...
Banksy Art: Locations Around the World (7)
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banksy world locations We already know what a cultural phenomenon Banksy has become. He’s gone from a teenage tagger to a well-known artist making multi-million dollar art. His style and message have, ironically, been wholeheartedly embraced by the very type of people he mocks. Celebrities and members of the art world have praised his unconventional pieces. Government officials in some cities have ordered workers to leave Banksy’s graffiti alone despite their normal policy of removing ...
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Seriously some of the best art I've seen in awhile.
23 Unusually Awesome Garden Furniture Designs [PICS] (27)
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unusually magical garden furniture The garden, for many of us, is an extension of the home. It’s where we can get back to nature, dig our hands in, and contribute to the growth of an abundant crop. Even urban gardeners who don’t have much space can appreciate the big impact that these (mostly) small pieces of furniture can make. whimsical garden swings These swings from Fletcher and Myburgh Designs look like something out of a ...
14 Amazingly Beautiful and Historic Lighthouses [PICS] (23)
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most beautiful and historic lighthouses What is it about lighthouses that captures our attention? Is it the history behind these relics of a less technologically-advanced age? Is it the quaint charm of the towers? Or is it maybe the safety and security that the towers symbolize? Whatever it is that draws us to these beacons, they are among some of the most visited and photographed structures around the world. most beautiful lighthouses (images via: UNC ...
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10 Pieces of Unusually Awesome Furniture for Kids: Part Six in an Eight-Part Unusual Furniture Series (17)
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unusually cool kids funiture When you have kids, you have to be prepared for the veritable avalanche of strange, colorful things that will invade your home. Fluffy toys, loud things that spontaneously make noise in the middle of the night, and all kinds of little furniture in garishly bright primary colors. The situation isn’t entirely hopeless, though: some designers are putting the fun back into kids’ furniture. These pieces are a delight not only for ...
8 Amazingly Scary Haunted Houses and Hotels | WebUrbanist (6)
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Not all well-known houses are famous because of their stunning architecture. Some houses receive attention because of the alleged paranormal activity that goes on there. From sites of suicides to the eventual sets of ghost-hunting television shows, here some of the (supposedly) scariest haunted houses and hotels from around the world. chillingham castle haunted house (image via: North of the Tyne) Chillingham Castle, Northumberland, England Chillingham Castle has been used as a monastery, a military ...
7 Glittering Greenhouses and Glass Houses [w/Pics] (9)
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amazing glass houses and greenhouses Most of us see our homes as our own personal sanctuaries. Home is a place where you can let loose, be yourself, and walk around in your underwear whenever you please. But for people who live in glass houses, home is more like a fish tank. While some of these glass houses seem impractical for everyday living, others serve a very real purpose. Greenhouses are constructed of glass to harness ...
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Philip Johnson glass house New Canaan Connecticut is modernist Architectural Porn. Along with the Maison de Verre (if you like the outside, seek some interior pictures) it goes to prove how 'old' the modern really is.
Banksy Interviews, Films and Videos | WebUrbanist (10)
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banksy street art cones sinking (image via: Banksy.co.uk) Banksy’s art has struck a chord with a huge group of people. They span generations and socioeconomic barriers. They are from all countries, all professions, and all walks of life. The one unifying factor is their admiration of this faceless street artist from Bristol. banksy art car american flag (image via: Banksy.co.uk) Curiosity about Banksy’s true identity has been growing among fans and detractors alike. Newspapers, magazines, ...
8 Pieces of Unusually Awesome Dining Room Furniture [PICS] (14)
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Creative Dining Room Furniture The idea of a dedicated dining room is still relatively new; they’ve only been a common floor plan feature since the mid-19th century. Since then, dining rooms have largely been ignored by designers who would rather focus their attention on the rooms where we spend more of our time. Even so, there is still some truly excellent furniture to be found for this under-appreciated room. unusual dining room furniture cube 6 ...
5 Absurdly Cheap and Crowded Houses (+PICS) (7)
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(images via: Wikimedia and Wickedblog and House Alive! and Freshome) As the world’s population density climbs and cities become more crowded, it’s becoming necessary to fit even more housing into existing urban areas. Even in places where overcrowding is not an issue, home buyers are looking for housing that more ecologically friendly, use fewer resources and contain no wasted space. These concerns have given rise to some surprising new trends in housing: the extremely tiny ...
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Typical office furniture is gray, drab, and uncomfortable. Seeing row after row of cubicles, all paired with the same black office chair and occupied by the same bored looking colleague, day after day, can really get to you. These unusually creative office furniture pieces could help you perk up your office - or at least give you something interesting to look at while you’re pretending that you’re not reading WebUrbanist at work. At first glance, ...
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Crazy Condos and Curious Townhouses [/PIC] (20)
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Design-wise, condos and townhouses are known for being less-than-thrilling examples of architecture. They are typically boxy and boring with little variation between them. Believe it or not, there are some condos and townhouses that are truly unique and interesting. These buildings push the conventional applications of the architectural styles and prove that living in a condo or townhouse doesn’t have to mean living in a boring, cookie-cutter building. (images via: Paul Warchol) The popularity of ...
Banksy Art: Photos, Prints, and Tattoos (+PICS) (31)
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For those of us who value art and the richness it brings to our lives, we strive to experience it firsthand whenever possible. We make pilgrimages to the world’s best art museums, attend shows in galleries, and study the works of the masters. Some of us may even be inspired to create our own art as an homage to these great works. But when the artist yo
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