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Modern Architecture: USA's New London Embassy



Philadelphia-based architecture firm, KieranTimberlake recently won the competition to design the new US embassy in London. Called New London Embassy, it will be built at Nine Elms beside the River Thames, and will include developing the surrounding area into an urban park.



Regarding the “safety” issue, a semicircular pond will function as a protective…

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Added by Eugene on February 25, 2010 at 12:30pm — 2 Comments

Modern Architecture: Periscope House (13 pics)



London-based Marks Barfield Architects have designed a house where sections can be elevated like a periscope at the touch of a button.



Called Villa Hush Hush, the building would be divided into four rectangular zones, two of which could be elevated. A mechanism would push the support columns out of the ground,…

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Added by Eugene on February 9, 2010 at 3:30pm — 2 Comments

Awesome Street Art By Roa (3 pics)



This piece by Belgium street artist Roa was put up recently in the Shoreditch area of London. Looked at from one angle you see a furry rabbit and from the other the creatures insides.…

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Added by Kevin on December 15, 2009 at 3:30pm — 5 Comments

THE WEEKEND EXPERIENCE - ART+CULTURE: Hush in London



If you're lucky enough to find yourself in London this weekend, I would definitely recommend checking out “Innocence,” a solo show by one of our favorite artists, Hush. His work will be on display at Urban Angel Art Lounge from Thursday, November 12th through December 12th, 2009.…

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Added by Eugene on November 11, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

Laments & Lullabies by Lori Earley: London



Lori Earley’s debut UK solo show, “Laments and Lullabies,” opened last week at London’s Opera Gallery. The beautiful redhead, who has been praised for her authentic portraiture, reportedly takes around a month to make each of her flawless oil paintings.



Born and raised in New York, Earley was an accomplished and gifted artist from a young age. As a…

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Added by Eugene on October 19, 2009 at 10:00am — 3 Comments

J2O: Pop Stasi (Tainted Love).



Released: August 2009

Brand name: J2O

Advertising Agency: BBH London

Country: United Kingdom

Category: Non-alcoholic… Continue

Added by Duc C. Nguyên on August 28, 2009 at 7:34am — No Comments

theblogpaper - publish the "best" blogposts in print (London)

So we just launched a new "blogging communtiy / citizen journalism" site called theblogpaper.



theblogpaper is a blogging community which enables bloggers, citizen journalists and other "content creators" to post, rate and discuss content (e.g. articles and photos). Our aim is to publish a weekly free newspaper by the end of September in London UK. We will release the official launch date as soon as possible.



The Newspaper… Continue

Added by anton on July 13, 2009 at 6:12am — No Comments

Urban Street Art - Inkfetish (7 murals)

Some cool street murals from London-based artist Tom Blackford, aka Inkfetish. “Getting into street art was a natural process,” he says. “I started out playing around with graffiti in my teens, then in my early 20’s, I met people that really inspired me to start realizing my illustrations on a bigger scale.”



Blackford about the future of street art: “London… Continue

Added by Eugene on May 5, 2009 at 2:00pm — 2 Comments

THE WEEKEND EXPERIENCE - ART+CULTURE: Banksy in London!

Show runs from April 23rd-May 16th @ Andipa Gallery: London

This weekend's art+culture pick comes to us from London and features UK's leading urban artist, Banksy. From April 23rd through May 16th, Andipa Gallery presents 20 original works on canvas, pallet and steel. Measuring fourteen feet (4 meters) in length, Are You Using That Chair (above) will… Continue

Added by Eugene on April 22, 2009 at 1:00pm — 2 Comments

Heavy Metal Urban Art: Matthew Small (14 pieces)

Matthew Small’s work has strong urban roots. By painting directly onto found pieces of metal, he brings physical elements of the city directly into his work. The subjects of his portraits are also found anonymously on the streets of London. Executed with astonishingly textured brushstrokes, Matt's pieces feel both abstract and incredibly real and… Continue

Added by Eugene on March 30, 2009 at 8:00pm — No Comments

THE WEEKEND EXPERIENCE - ART+CULTURE: Domestic Zirkus

Opening Reception, February 27th 6pm-9pm @ Whitecross Gallery: London

This weekend's art+culture pick is for all you MET members in London. From February 28th-April 4th, Whitecross Gallery presents Domestic Zirkus, a wonderful and intriguing “theatre of the absurd”, created by brothers Tobias and Joseph Feltus, also known as… Continue

Added by Eugene on February 25, 2009 at 12:00pm — 1 Comment

Hundreds of People Stop and Dance - T-Mobile Viral Ad: Liverpool Street Station, London



In a brilliant marketing move, T-Mobile created this viral ad of hundreds of people randomly dancing at Liverpool Street station in London which took place Thursday 15th January 2009. Although this is a HUGE bite-off of Improv Everywhere's frozen people at Grand Central Station in New York, it's still a highly effective ad, and I give them credit for…

Added by Eugene on January 17, 2009 at 9:00am — 1 Comment

Bringing Costumes to Life - Fashion Photographer Baldovino Barani: London (5 photos)

Of French and Italian descent, Baldovino Barani is a fashion photographer who currently resides in London. You can really see the hard work put into his photos. I love the way he brings costumes to life and the bright, bold colors he uses in his shots. Definitely check out his website for more stunning photos.…

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Added by Eugene on December 21, 2008 at 8:00am — No Comments

Adidas Originals: Break Up Service (video)

The quirky and completely adorable TV ad for Adidas Originals, portraying the life of a professional "relationship ender", "originally inspired by life in Japan".



Full Credits

Client: Adidas

Agency: TBWA, London

Production Company: Blink, Taiyokikau

Director: Kosai Sekine



Can't get enough of this originality? Check out the… Continue

Added by PANDA JU on December 12, 2008 at 3:40pm — 1 Comment

Nikki Farquharson

Young, London-based graphic designer and illustrator Nikki Farquharson has got me going gaga with googley eyes for her Mixed Media Girls.



Check out her website Random Got Beautiful, where anyone can submit images focused on a specific color.



I like her profile:

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Hello!

My name is Nikki.

I am a proud… Continue

Added by PANDA JU on November 19, 2008 at 8:14pm — 3 Comments

Simple yet Elegant Ring Calendar by Sebastian Bergne: London

I like this modern yet simple ring calendar designed by Sebastian Bergne. The product description says: "This endless wall calendar will not only keep you informed but will also give you the everyday satisfaction of interacting with its calm composition." Laser cut from sheet mdf with white… Continue

Added by Eugene on October 13, 2008 at 2:30pm — 2 Comments

Design Kick Thursday: Lights from London Design Festival

Chandelier by Demelza Hill, made from upcycled crystal polystyrene shot glasses.



Part of this year’s London Design Festival, the LIGHTEN UP exhibition illuminated hearts and minds with 64 innovative lighting solutions from UK designers.



Ash Pendant No.1 by Tom Raffield.



Left: Cascade Lancashire by Michelle Brand, made from plastic… Continue

Added by PANDA JU on October 2, 2008 at 12:11pm — 2 Comments

Beautiful Underwater Photography - Zena Holloway: London

I really admire the visual effects that Zena is able to create in her surreal underwater photography. Born in Bahrain and raised in London, Zena traveled around the globe working as a scuba instructor and developed a passion for underwater photography and film. The topper? Zena is a completely self-taught photographer.…

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Added by Eugene on September 22, 2008 at 11:00am — 3 Comments

London From Above, At Night - Hi-Def Photos by Jason Hawkes

The city of London, at night, featuring the financial district, NatWest Tower, and the River Thames.

Big Ben, above the Houses of Parliament.

Commuters and traffic at Oxford Circus.

A busy roundabout junction.…

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Added by Eugene on August 29, 2008 at 11:30am — 5 Comments

London Hotel (West Hollywood)

So a while ago we met up with D's cousin during her visit to LA from NYC. She was staying at this chic and cozy boutique hotel right off Sunset (steps away from Ketchup). I loved the room which had an unconventional layout .. felt more like someone's studio flat than a hotel room, so comfortable, one could live there for weeks. Also - awesome rooftop pools + cabanas.



More info --

- All-suite Los Angeles luxury hotel, formerly known as… Continue

Added by PANDA JU on August 13, 2008 at 12:45am — 2 Comments

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