Archive for January, 2013

MGK – La La La (The Floating Song)


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After putting in the hard work, Machine Gun Kelly enjoys his success in the video for “La La La (The Floating Song),” a bonus cut off his debut Lace Up. The “Wild Boy” rides an ATV, smokes on the beach, and parties on a yacht with his EST crew in the laid-back visuals, which were shot during his holiday vacation in Saint Martin. Security tried to stop him from filming, but he wasn’t about to put down the camera. Next up, MGK will release his new single “Peso” featuring Meek Mills and Pusha T, followed by his mixtape in February.

Beer Barrel Bedroom


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The beer barrel bedroom is perfect to try if you’re in Ostbevern, Germany. Built from 19th century real beer barrel, which was in use until 1995, this bedroom can accommodate two persons at a time.

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Chermayeff And Geismar: Harvard University Press Logo


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Harvard university press identity – an ivy-encircled, shield- shaped insignia had resided beautifully on the spines of countless books, but was too complicated to work effectively in the digital realm, both in terms of rending and unifying the  imprint across ever- proliferating platforms. So the century-old publishing house came to Chermayeff & Geismar, which had designed logos for major publishers such as harper collins, princeton university press, the smithsonian institution and the library of congress to create a new identity designed for the digital age.
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The World’s First Fully Autonomous UAV Drone Aircraft


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Developed by french Lehmann Aviation, the LA100 is conceived as the world’s first fully autonomous UAV drone aircraft.
designed for capturing images and HD video using a GoPro, the system takes flight at heights of 80-100 meters, returning automatically to the user within 5 minutes. With options to mount the camera on the top wing or bottom wing for
simultaneous use of two GoPro’s, the unit is capable of withstanding harsh environments and diverse climate conditions: from -25°C to +60°C, humid or dry air and high wind resistance. made mostly out of carbon fiber and foam, the LA100 is also easy to transport, weighing less than 1 kg with a wingspan of less than 1 meter long.

Tree Roots Ceiling Installation By Giuseppe Licari


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Rotterdam-based sicilian artist giuseppe licari presents a network of tree roots hanging from the ceiling like foreign, organic chandeliers. His site-specific installation titled ‘humus’ –  which refers to the soil layer that is essential for the growth of trees and plants – features the extended prickly roots of trees affixed to the top of a constructed ceiling, transforming the room into a sort of underground lair. The work articulates a world where visitors are able to get an exclusive peek at a hidden world beneath a park or forest. The dead trees are presenting with their roots, the condition of the soil in which they have grown in their urban environment. The relationship between humankind and nature, growth and decay are central themes in licari’s work, which resonates with an echo of arte povera.
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Carioca Cruising


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Carioca Cruising is the latest editorial photographed for the winter-spring issue of 10 Magazine. Brazilian beauty Aline Weber dons offbeat looks in Christian Anwander’s colorful images taken at a car wash. Stylist David Vandewal selects standout looks from the likes of Proenza Schouler, Celine, Friends & Associates and Acne. A bold eye by makeup artist Sil Bruinsma and wet tresses by hair stylist Andre Gunn complete the quirky ensembles.

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Raekwon Opens Up About Wu Tang Drama


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Raekwon shares his thoughts on the friction between Wu Tang group members before they dropped their last album “8 Diagrams,” revealing that personalities were just clashing, despite talent. Raekwon also details his new project “Lost Jewlry,” which is a compilation of past projects he’s resurrected and remastered, which features artists like Maino, Faith Evans, Freddie Gibbs and more.

Titanium Utility Ring


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Crafted from aerospace grade titanium this ring is one of most unusual rings. Specially designed for men Utility Ring packs five different tools. It features a bottle open, two blades, one for cutting things like packaging tapes and the other one is the serrated blade for hard things like nylon strapping – a saw for cutting soft surfaces, also it has a tiny comb for your mustache.

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Fedrigoni Paper


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Fedrigoni are a well established, Italian paper company who have refined the art and science of making fine quality special papers. The challenge was to create a campaign which will ensure the entire UK design industry hears about the paper selection tool, consisting of 262 various paper samples which enables designers to choose the best shade and most suitable surface for their very next project. The final design was focused on quality Italian products and pride in appearance. Italian fashion houses supply the highest quality goods in the market, working with the finest materials, his aim was to capture this very same message for the Fedrigoni paper range.

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The designer chose to create dinner jackets because not only do they portray a strong image of quality, but just as importantly, classic, traditional design.He developed four templates, one for each element of the outfit, shirt, waistcoat, jacket and bow tie. Once each element is made they simply slot together, allowing you to make your own, and experiment with the different paper qualities and colour combination until you are happy with the outcome. Fedrigoni claim that their papers are ultra functional yet wonderfully expressive, this inspired him to produce a wide range of styles, from simple, subtle colours and patterns to much more elaborate combinations. The book would be sent to Fedrigoni’s existing customers, of which a large majority are top fashion labels, promoting the new color tool.

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Juicy J – She Dancin (Official Video)


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Juicy J drops an official video for his Lex Luger produced banger “She Dancin’“. This track is off his Blue Dream & Lean mixtape.  Directed by Jonathan Andrade.

Aston Martin Rapide S


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Aston Martin has released their updated version of Aston Martin Rapide S. This sleek, sporty four-door speedster features updated styling and a new heartbeat under the hood, namely the Rapide Gen 4 AM11 engine. This 550hp engine will push the Rapide S to 60mph in under five seconds as it approaches its top speed of 190 mph. As luxurious as it is thrilling, the new car now boasts a host of new luxury- or sports-orientated options, allowing buyers to more precisely tailor the car to their specific style.

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Grosvenor House Apartments


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Grosvenor House Apartments are the latest luxury ‘hotel concept’ on Park Lane, London, offering ‘hotel residences’ that combine the best of five star hotel service with the privacy and discretion of having one’s own Mayfair property. Managed by Jumeirah Living, the 131 serviced residences range from studios to five-bedroom penthouses and offer personalised touches for effortless living. Whether for short, mid-term or extended stays, the luxury London apartments feature cutting-edge technology, sumptuous finishes and contemporary design. Combining the services of a luxury five-star Jumeirah hotel with the discretion and privacy of an exclusive Mayfair residence, the uber-luxe apartments are the only ‘hotel residence’ of their kind. Steeped in history and grandeur, the building stands on the site of the former home of the Dukes of Westminster. Today, behind an iconic 1920s Lutyens façade, Grosvenor House Apartments offer 131 ‘residences’ ranging in size from a studio to 5-bed penthouse which open onto a seven-storey vaulted Atrium with a striking and contemporary chandelier: a stunning setting for a romantic break.

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Behind The Scenes of French Montana’s ‘Ocho Cinco’ ft. Diddy, MGK, Red Cafe And Los


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CivilTV took to the sunny Los Angeles streets to be on set with French Motana and he shot the visuals for his new video ‘Ocho Cinco’. With Diddy, MGK, Red Cafe, and Los on set for their features, the Bad Boy posse took charge and created memorable visuals for the Young Chop produced track.

PIAB | Bluetooth Speaker And FM Radio


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PIAB by SoulElectronics is an all-in-one multimedia speaker. It has all that you’d expect from a good wireless speaker, that why it’s titled as “Party in a box”. It is loaded with 8 speakers – Side firing dual 6.5” subwoofers, 3” midrange speakers and 1” tweeters Front firing dual 1.5” midrange drivers. Apart from Bluetooth connectivity users can place their iPhones/iPod or iPad at the dock to play sound directly. Other options include FM Radio, analog VU meter , karaoke & PA capability, Equalizer, headphone port, USB, HDMO and a mic for recording.

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Sleep No More


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DuoMert & Marcus captures longtime muse Natalia Vodianova for this hauntingly dreamlike story featured in W Magazine’s December issue. The Russian model poses in a flooded apartment wearing neon-hued looks from the winter collections of Givenchy, Marc Jacobs and Miu Miu amongst others styled by fashion director Edward Enninful while hair by Julien d’Ys for Julien d’Ys, Makeup by Charlotte Tilbury.

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Sometimes Watch By Denis Guidone


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Sometimes by Italian designer Denis Guidone was produced by American brand Projects. The watch appears to have three hands: one short, one medium and one long. The medium and long hands mark the hours and minutes. However the shortest, which marks the seconds, is simply a line printed on a disk positioned at the center of the watch face. Periodically, the second ticker will align with the other two hands, joining them into one long, straight line. The Sometimes watch comes with a detachable strap that is fed through loops on the the back of the watch case.

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Rolls Royce Wraith: First Official Image


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Rolls-Royce Motor Cars published last Tuesday the first official image of its new model Wraith, which will be presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2013. The BMW-owned luxury car company is being typically vague about what potential owners can expect from the new vehicle, other than that it will do justice to the name Wraith, a powerful V6 Rolls-Royce developed in 1938. Of the new car, Torsten Müller-Ötvös, CEO Rolls-Royce Motor Cars said:

Expect the boldest design, the most dramatic performance and the most powerful Rolls-Royce that has ever played host to the famous Spirit of Ecstasy figurine.

HipKey Proximity And Movement Alarm


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HipKey specializes in finding lost items. This small this proximity sensor device connect to iDevices via Bluetooth and immediately notifies the user if he/she leaves the items behind, plus conversely it can also help you to find left-behind iPhone. The hipKey works within the 50m range. No matter what, you can attach it to a friend, handbags, phones, computers, keys and more.

Hoodie Allen – “No Interruption”


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No Interruption came out almost a year ago by the independent American hip-hop artist and rapper Hoodie Allen. He has come out with newer music since then but I always come back to this song. The chorus is pretty catchy while the video is entertaining to watch as well. Check out his method below.

Dutch Architects To Use 3D Printer To Build A House


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Dutch architecture studio Universe Architecture is planning to construct a house with a 3D printer for the first time. The Landscape House will be printed in sections using the giant D-Shape printer, which can produce sections of up to 6 x 9 metres using a mixture of sand and a binding agent. Architect Janjaap Ruijssenaars of Universe Architecture will collaborate with Italian inventor Enrico Dini, who developed the D-Shape printer, to build the house, which has a looping form based on a Möbius strip. The team are working with mathematician and artist Rinus Roelofs to develop the house, which they estimate will take around 18 months to complete.

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Kate Moss Lensed By Mario Testino


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Supermodel Kate Moss stars in these striking images lensed by Mario Testino for the December cover story of Vogue Spain. Styled by Sarajane Hoare, the British beauty poses alongside Spanish matador José Mari Manzanares in some of the season’s most opulent looks. Designs from the likes of Christian Dior, Alexis Mabille, Dolce & Gabbana and Lanvin are complemented by the glam touch of hair stylist Sam McKnight and makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury.

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Numark NS7 II Serato DJ Controller


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From the NAMM 2013 Press Preview day, here’s a world first talk-through of the new Numark NS7 II. With four motorised deck control, capacitive knobs, full four channel mixer, touchstrips, performance pads, this is the most fully featured Numark controller yet.

Jonty Hurwitz – Anamorphic Sculptures


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When art meets mathematics, it can gives some quite amazing projects. And thats how these anamorphic sculptures were created. Conceived by London artist Jonty Hurwitz, these sculpture look pretty much like nothing you can imagine. But when you look at them through the reflection of a cylinder, you discover great pieces of art forming hands, objects & animals.

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Worst 100 Pick-Up Lines of All Time


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Working in a night club you hear some of the worst pick up lines ever. In a crushingly futile eight and a half minute cringe-fest which could have easily been renamed “100 surefire ways to get maced in the face by strangers you’ll definitely never have sex with”. 18 year old Brisbane comedian is completely incapable of feeling shame by trying his hand at some of the most ineffective pickup lines of all time to show you how its not to be done.

Creative Advertising


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Sometimes certain companies come up with plain advertisements that just tell you exactly what they are selling or trying to tell you. Then there are companies like these ones that come up with some creative and funny ways to tell you what they are advertising.

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