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Pandora Box Unleashes Modern Furniture

by Sarah O

For today's installment of the latest in innovative home design, here we find Pandora Box, a literal box full of -- no, not all the evils of the world-- but contemporary living room furniture. Ah, breathe a sigh of relief!

Solar Powered Stadium Complete and Ready To Power Itself In Time For World Games

by Gloria Campos

A stadium in Kaohsiung, Taiwan is the first in the world to completely power itself 100% via solar power. The stadium was built to coincide with the 2009 World Games, which will be held at the stadium in July. When not hosting the World Games the stadium will be used (like most other stadiums) for sporting events and athletics.

Kitchen of the Future: Rendez-Vous and Volare from Electrolux

by Sarah O

Based out of Stockholm, Sweden, the Electrolux Global Design team is an international team comprised of about 150 designers with a philosophy of 'thoughtful design'. Their latest two concepts, Rendez-vous and Volare, reflect the latest in modern lifestyle trends and consumer driven customization, and offer a sneak peek into some very futuristic kitchen design.

My Favorite 2009 Trash to Treasure Chair Design: FUNature

by Gloria Campos

Once, when I was in high school a boyfriend and I were kicked out of the McDonald's playground ball pit because we were too old to play in it. It was my first time in a ball pit and though I knew we were not allowed in the ball pit something about the pit called out to me, "Play With Me!" Hugh Hayden's ball pit chairs call out to me too.

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Utterly Composed: The Composition Chair

by Sarah O

In a remarkable display of patience and attention to detail, Japanese designer Kouichi Okamoto of Kyouei Design handcrafted the Composition Chair, a seat composed entirely of bent aluminum.

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Poo To The Rescue Once More: EcoFaeBrick

by Gloria Campos

Before I tell you about this next innovation I want to inform you that I don't have a fascination with dung, despite how much I've written about it. I do however find it fascinating how many wonderful products can be made with this sort of waste. It is even more fascinating how beneficial using it can be. This next innovation, a brick made with cow manure, is a perfect example.

Go Ahead And Tickle Someone With This Feather Art

by Diana Eid

Feather artist Julie Thompson creates gorgeous artwork painted delicately onto peacock feathers.

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Not Just Small Change: Johnny Swing's Nickel Couch

by Sarah O

Ever wanted to be surrounded by money? Artist Johnny Swing knows the feeling. That's why he created a couch out of 7,000 nickels.

Cigarette Pack Mobile Phone

by Rick Martin

Here's a new gadget that certainly falls into that 'Shanzhai' category: A cigarette pack mobile phone. This little winner will certainly be popular among guys in China. Given that about 57% of men over 18 are heavy smokers, you couldn't ask for a better market. Maybe a few of them would be willing to substitute out their cancer sticks for a cell phone?

Gitta Gschwendtner's Uncanny Lamps

by Sarah O

Every once in a while you run into interior design ideas that were clearly influenced by Lewis Carroll's 'Alice in Wonderland' or some other fanciful work of hallucinogen-fed fiction. The Uncanny Lamps series by Gitta Gscwendtner reflects that inpsiration pretty clearly.

Top 5 Part-Time Online Business Myths

by Donna Pacheco

The fortune cookie says "YES!" But will you really succeed?

So you're not just an inventor.. you're also a budding Internet entrepreneur. If, like thousands of other people all over the world, you have decided to cash in on the world of opportunities the Internet has to offer, this is an article you need to read. There are tons of part-time online business myths circulating and it's about time that you separate fact from fiction.

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China Developing Robot for the Eldery

by Rick Martin

China scientists recently announced that they are only a couple of years away from launching a robot to care for the elderly. This new robot, reportedly 1.6 meters in height will perform numerous functions such as "fetching food, medicine, sounding alarms in case of water or gas leakage, sending texts or video images via wireless communications, and even singing a song or playing chess to entertain its masters."

Swell Light: Rises with the Temperature

by Sarah O

UK designer Paul Cocksedge has long experimented with material and technology in his lighting that, according to his website, 'simultaneously is what it is and yet ought not to be.' Precisely what 'Swell' light is, and isn't...

China's National Space Program Copies Star Trek Logo

by Rick Martin

To give them full credit, I shouldn't say that China's National Space Administration ripped off a Star Trek logo. They actually ripped off two Star Trek logos. Check it out:

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How To Start A Home-Based Business

by Donna Pacheco

Do you want to be your own boss? You might be surprised to know that it is not as difficult as you think. Establishing a home-based business isn't easy but it isn't impossible to do. Here are a few tips on starting a business for aspiring home-based entrepreneurs:

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Solar Powered Apparel: Chic or Geek?

by Gloria Campos

If solar powered gadgets were inconspicuously integrated into apparel or integrated into clothing in such a way that it looked more chic than geek would you wear it? Maybe you like the eco-geek gadget look. Not sure? Take a look at the cool solar powered apparel gadgets below to find out.

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Alice Wang Designs Chairs for the Dysfunctional

by Sarah O

Designer Alice Wang likes exploring the darker side of human nature, and with this installation of quirky, bizzare one-off chairs, it's evident she's also got a healthy sense of humor.

She claims that though the function of every day objects remains essentially stable, our relationships to them shift with the evolution of culture, and so why not have that reflected?

Dishwasher That Washes Dishes With Air

by Gloria Campos

Should you wash dishes by hand or in the dishwasher? The debate is ongoing. I say it depends on the "dish washer". Is the water left running when done by hand? Is the dishwasher an old model that needs to be run more than once to wash one set of dishes? What if the dishwasher used air to wash the dishes? Take a look at designer Hwang Jin Wook's modern dishwasher prototype.

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ODA's ROOM: Modern Modular Furniture

by Sarah O

The ROOM, designed by New York-based design firm Office for Design & Architecture, or ODA, was originally designed for a teenager's loft-like space. What eventually resulted was an adjustable modular system that could be retrofitted for small or larger sized bedroom spaces.

Mom, Do Your Balls Recharge? More Earth Friendly Gifts For Mom

by Gloria Campos

Shouldn't every day be Mother's Day? Mother's everywhere will probably shout, "Yes!" This year show your mom how much she is appreciated. Then help her relax with gifts like the unique earth friendly gifts ideas below.

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