Optical Illusion House for Spiritual Retreat – Architectecture Mondays


Designed by Emilio Ambasz in 1975, this genre-defying architectural oeuvre entitled “House for Spiritual Retreat” located in Spain draws inspiration from the Andalusian Moorish heritage of Spain and minimal architecture.  The thin folding walls resemble an open book.  Staircases lead up to a room which provides a panoramic view of the breath-taking landscape on the other side.  The living quarters are actually located underground (providing thermal insulation) and open up to the courtyard.  Simply one of the true architectural wonders of the world.

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Flowers into Machines Wheatpaste – Art Tuesdays

In a series entitled Nature’s Revenge, Paris-based street artist Ludo imagines a dystopia where flowers have evolved into machines to protect themselves from environmental harm from humans.

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Piano Doorbell – Design Object Mondays

Takes out the discomfort from the situation when you have to ring more than once and don’t want to sound rude – just compose a tune !

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Chair Made out of Radiators – Design Object

The perfect chair for a cold winter night :-)

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Funny Short of Designers Who Really Are Models – Short Sundays

Firm DK has come up with a hilarious mockumentary presentation. We’ve all come across similar characters. Sadly, the reality of the design world is that the physical looks of the person often play a more important role than the quality of the idea. Prentension often takes the place of any real creativity.

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Drawing the Sounds of Street Objects – Art Tuesdays

Artist D. Billy graphically represents the onomatopoeia of street objects in New York City.

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Skyscraper That Looks Warped Due to Skin Decal – Architecture Mondays

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Funny what a simple sticker on a building can do!  This brillant illusion is the Hana Bank Building in Seoul, South Korea.