Featured Blog Posts – July 2009 Archive (252)

Could this be the next trend in photography? Projected images are carefully selected then placed on bodies instantly transforming them into beautiful works of art. Of course, it also helps that Marc Philbert chooses some gorgeous women to start with!…

Could this be a solution for sustainable living if sea levels rise and the world goes under water due to global warming? Designed by Koen Olthuis of Waterstudio, the Citadel will be the world's first floating apartment complex when completed in the Netherlands.



Built on top of of a floating foundation, the Citadel will house 60 luxury apartments, a car park,…

Not only is the artwork of Jeff Koons currently showing at the Serpentine Gallery in London, if you happen to take a stroll right outside, through Kensington Garden, you'll also see a temporary structure created by…

Everyone wants a business card that stands out from the rest. These natural business cards made from leaves accomplishes just that. Using cutting-edge laser cutting technology and no ink, Brazilian Firm Tatil Design creates company logos that look stunning in the sunlight. The best part? The cards leave no adverse effect on the environment.…

There is certainly no lack of chemistry when it comes to Brazilian supermodel Gisele Bundchen and fashion photographer Nino Munoz. "Hot and heavy" seems to be the theme of their latest shoot. I especially like the shot where she is arching her back, accentuating her beautiful lines and her long torso.…

Opening Reception: Saturday, August 1st, 7pm-11pm @ Instinct Gallery: Des Moines



The Instinct Gallery in Des Moines, Iowa just sent us these pics for their upcoming show "Animal Nature." The group show features one of our favorite artists, Jeremiah Ketner (above), whose beautiful pieces really do light up a room. Over 20 artists will be presenting their pieces, making this one very…

The way I see it, if you’re going to spend money at Sona anyways, don’t be a penny-pincher with the 6 course menu: go for the 9 course menu. At around $300 per person (with the wine pairing), you’ll leave feeling satisfied and happy, which is a good thing because it offsets the crummy feeling you’ll have tomorrow knowing that you’ve just been evicted and that your roommate is looking for…

Meet Ferrari's F430 replacement – the super sexy 458 Italia.



Just released, the 458 Italia features a new direct-injected 4.5-liter V8, pumping out 562 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. With a seven-speed dual clutch gearbox that directs power to the rear axle, it has has a top speed of over 202 mph (325 km/h) and goes from 0-62 mph in under 3.4 seconds,…