nike world cup installation

This figure in the Carlton Center in Johannesburg was created by Nike out of soccer balls. It's 21 meters tall and incorporates 5,500 balls! Now that the World Cup is over the balls will be donated to local community programs.

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nouveau magasin apple en paris

This is why we love Apple. Not only because they deliver powerful, easy to use, and beautiful products. But because they don't stop until they can get as close to perfection as possible. They have an eye for design, a wow factor, something no other company has. They aren't cold or sterile, and the staff are (usually) friendly and helpful. When was the last time you saw a Dell store that looked like this? I think I'm in love! This store just opened in Paris, and I have to say that it is truly worthy of La Ville des Lumières!  link

borderline vase

The Borderline Vase is made of ceramic, and can clamp onto any shelf or table. It's very industrial, very minimal with the superb functionality and honesty. link

davone ray

These designer speakers resemble the iconic Eames chair. Davone makes the speakers with the best quality materials that so they produce great quality sound. They look great too, a nice warm alternative to Bang & Olufsen. link\6000

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holga d

This minimal camera is not for sale and might not ever be. It was designed by Saikat Biswas, inspired by the vintage Holgas. It features an intentional lack of features; a departure from the digital trend. The camera is digital, there is an SD card that needs to be inserted near the batteries. Just like in the good ol' days, you have to wait to see what your pictures will look like, creating a "delayed gratification". The camera has a 12mega-pixel sensor, which is also out dated. I like how it displays the "remaining frames" as if it was a film camera, nice touch. Also, the fact that the display is e-ink will keep power consumption at a minimum. You can choose the aspect ratio, shutter speed and ISO . There is a slot for accessories like flash and a viewfinder, which is something I see gradually disappearing in cameras. I would mush rather use a viewfinder than a display, and it would have been something I would have liked to see here. Otherwise, you're just shooting blindly which seems kind of pointless. I think this is a slight case of form over function. Still, I want one. link

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truncheon lamp

The Truncheon lamps have been designed by New York's Commonwealth for the furniture manufacturer Mattermade. There is a precise scalloped texture on the wooden part of the lamp as part of an advanced digital procedure. The wood is your choice of Maple or Walnut and the base is either bronze or HydroCal. There is a task light and suspended light for sale, and they come fitted with energy-saving LEDs. link

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b&b italia

B&B Italia is where it's at. And Paris is where their new flagship store is. It's an Italian company with a flagship store in France...? But in all seriousness it's a pretty awesome company. Think IKEA, but actually nice, and handmade. Link

a home like air

This is such an amazing house, its so light and... billowing? That's probably not the word but you know what I mean, just check it out.

Thank you, Design Sponge

citroen gq concept

Wow, look, another green sports car. Noticing a trend? Citroen is continuing their revitalization of their lineup with yet another sexily sleek concept. I don't understand how science supports it. It's a hybrid, it has 1.6 litres, and it goes 0-60 in 4.5 seconds.

Thank you, SwipeLife

matfair desk

Thank you, iGnant

i want this bedroom

Thank you, FFFFOUND!

modern wood house

Designed by Marcio Kogan, this modern wood house is located in Brazil. The thin grained wood is coupled with glass, an ultra-sleek combination. Also, the wood prevents it from feeling too cold and stark, something that is very common is modern homes. My favorite part though, is the staircase, and the long dining area. I would buy this house just for those reasons. Click "Read More" for more pictures.

get out(side)!

An amazing outdoor space @Design Milk

fadeout chair

This Fadeout Chair, designed by Nendo has legs that seem to be in a pool of mist or fog. The wood is actually painted by hand,very skillfully.

the cooper's

Awesomely retro, I love the black grout and the pendant lights

AMAZING clock!

I love the chairs, but the light and that piece of art need to be switched out for something actually nice. I like the glove, though.

The head board is amazing, and the neutral pillows are a perfect contrast to the dark wood. Great chair too, and lots of light. The ceiling seems unfinished though.

Thank you, there was rain

parliament design headquarters

This is a really cool office space for Parliament Design. It seems haphazard and very bacheloresque, yet controlled, like a lot of thought went into it.

Thank you, Attique

wassily chair

Wassily chairs are expensive, they can cost up to $2000 dollars. This beautiful chair is just like any other Wassily chair, but the price is much less. Check it out. Link: $300

history of the wassily chair

View the history of the Wassily Chair.

alila villas hadahaa

The Alila Villas in the Southern Maldives, is almost dream-like. Clean design, and beautiful views sum up this resort perfectly. This would be nice for a weekend getaway... Prices start at $945 a night.

Thank you, Contemporist

townhouse

This home in Sweden, Townhouse, was designed by Elding Oscarson. The house has three stories, all with a clean white wash paint finish . Thanks to an array of different sized windows, natural light streams through in every room. Airy, and warm, this space is very eclectic and modern. I don't like the harsh contrast of the modern exterior and hard lines with the other historic homes; and the white is probably impossible to keep clean.