Well in sculpting there are a couple types of artists: there are good sculptors, genius sculptors, brilliant sculptors, and then there is ...Brian Dettmer . Brian Dettmer is a sculptor who came to our 10th Volume of Atlanta Pecha Kucha to show us how he celebrates and exploits the … [Read more...]
Taking The Interior Outside
Whether you live in a warm climate where the sun shines for most of the year or your enjoyment of the outdoors is seasonal, your backyard can be an important area for entertaining guests or relaxing and spending time with the family. Where spending time outside depends on the season, a few easily … [Read more...]
Grouping Furniture on the Patio
Outdoor furniture comes in a wide range of styles, sizes and materials. From formal outdoor furniture made of metal or wrought iron, to wicker tables and chairs to hammocks that sway to and fro, there is no shortage to the options available. When you are considering entertaining outdoors, think … [Read more...]
Ludic Interior Design Project | Maria Yasko
Today I felt like jumping (uhhh, and I actually jumped) while I walked down to work (I don't usually feel this way when I have to work). Don't know if that ever happened to you, since this is a childish thing to do, but good moods are something we all should take advantage of. Since a good mood … [Read more...]
Black Metal Wall Decor: Bold and Dramatic
Guest post by Alyssa Davis of Metal-Wall-Art.com who specializes in creating stylish interiors. It's hard to beat the look of black for sheer dramatic emphasis when decorating your home. There are many different ways that you can use this versatile color, but one of the most eye-catching methods … [Read more...]
Disco Chair by Kiwi & Pom
Well, unusual chairs might not make you click, but I'm sure you like the pretty neon lights, don't you? Who doesn't? Well this unusual chair is the Disco Chair crafted by Kiwi & Pom. This new chair is a illuminated piece of furniture art built out of 200 linear metres of Electroluminescent … [Read more...]
Curved Brick Walls | Crafted By Robots
I know for some of you this might be old news, but I just stumbled upon this one again, and thought I shared it with you guys in the utopia section of the archtopia. When you look at this amazingly organic walls you might start believing the one that built it is really passionate about walls, or … [Read more...]
Used Car Tires Made Into Sculptures
Talking about Arts & Crafts with used car tires, huh? How about Sculptures made out of used rubber? These are indeed made out of used tires, so if you indeed love the earth, and art of course, you'll love this idea. This method for reusing car tires can be the best recycling method for the … [Read more...]
NYC Turned to Pixels | by Patrick Jean
PIXELS by PATRICK JEAN. An excellent video work of the director John Patrick. The soundtrack is signed by the group Naive New Beaters having the title THE Trumpets. A video produced by OneMoreProd. … [Read more...]
Efrain E. Velez | The O-Lithas Collection
Efrain E. Velez,is an architect and designer from Austin, Texas and this is the O-Lithas collection of cast concrete furniture he has created. I found this on the Contemporist website in furniture. I love concrete as a material for furniture, actually I've wanted to start a business with this, … [Read more...]
Post-It Notes Story
Ok, this is simply crazy, and although this is not exactly the main subject of archtopia, in the Arts & Crafts category of the site, we thought this would be a great fit. So have fun and leave a comment if you like this thang. From the author: "This is my senior project at Savannah College … [Read more...]
Grosse8 & Lichtfront | Augmented Sculpture
In January 2010 the Cologne based design agencies Grosse8 and Lichtfront presented their cross-media installation titled Augmented Sculpture. The core of the installation is a 2.5m tall wooden form that builds the screen for a 360° projection. This is how it looks like and what it … [Read more...]
Arte of Belgium – Wall Paper and Wall Coverings
Wall paper and wall coverings, a great way to mask a crack in your wall, or for some a form of art or a manifesto. Combining art and style, can sometimes have a interesting outcome. Arte of Belgium takes wall paper design to another level with their collection that covers a wide array of … [Read more...]
DIY Tile Design: Modular Decor Kits
Somewhere between a do-it-yourself textile kit and a make-your-own craft set, these small tiles can be assembled into anything from modest wall art and modular play forts to suspended light and sound barriers. There is only one piece in this simple puzzle from Kvadrat: a single module that can … [Read more...]
Pre-Built Sauna Biorhythm | Klafs
Would you opt-in for a pre-build sauna? Now you have the opportunity to do so if you can afford one. Here come the details: Sauna specialists Klafs have transformed the Nordic tradition of sauna into a modern convenience for every home and every lifestyle. The Biorhythm pre-built sauna is a … [Read more...]
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