Design

June 12, 2026

LEGO Officially Announces a 12,000-Piece Sagrada Família Set, Its Largest Ever

It’s a big week for the Sagrada Família. After finally reaching its full height with the completion of its final and tallest tower, it was announced that the Pope would be inaugurating and blessing the structure during a visit to Barcelona, which would coincide with the centenary of the death of architect Antoni Gaudí, whose vision has finally come to life.

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June 3, 2026

Feast Your Eyes on This Subway Sleeping Bag That Looks Like a Sandwich

The Subway sandwich shop is known for its foot-long subs that burrow meat, veggies, and condiments between two buns. Now, the company is taking that idea and translating its sub into something you can snuggle into. Subway UK and Ireland has created a Sleeping Bag-uette, a giant sleeping bag modeled after its Italian B.M.T. sub, complete with fabric meat, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and two slices of bread.

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May 24, 2026

National Geographic Promotes New ‘Secret of Bees’ Show With Billboards Doubling as Bee Hotels

In parks, gardens, and urban areas scattered throughout Manchester, England, Disney and National Geographic are promoting a new show titled Secrets of Bees. The two are doing so in an unconventional way, however, foregoing typical billboards and instead installing a series of permanent installations specially made for the pollinators. The new show, part of the Emmy-winning “Secrets of” franchise, was released on March 31, 2026.

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May 19, 2026

The Met x BAND-AID Unveil Art Bandages That Let You Heal Wounds With Famous Paintings

Research shows that looking at art can be good for your health, and now, famous paintings can literally help heal your wounds. BAND-AID recently collaborated with The Metropolitan Museum of Art to launch a series of flower-themed adhesive bandages featuring details from famous paintings by Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, and Odilon Redon. The pack of 50 bandages in assorted sizes lets you wear a little part of The Met’s impressive collection.

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