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The Never Contented: The Pioneering Speed of La Jamais Contente
Source Design You Trust In the late 19th century, a remarkable vehicle named La Jamais Contente, meaning “The Never Contented” in English, made history as the first road vehicle to exceed 100 kilometers per hour (62 mph). This groundbreaking achievement marked a significant milestone in automotive progress. La Jamais Contente was a Belgian electric vehicle…
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Movie Magic Unleashed: Artist’s Whimsical Edits Bring Unlikely Characters Together
Source Design You Trust Have you ever pondered the thought of what it would be like if two iconic movie characters from completely different worlds found themselves in the same film? While it may not have crossed your mind, a Hungarian artist has taken the leap into imagination and brought these unlikely scenarios to life…
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Too Shy, Too Cool: Reliving the Trendsetting Looks of Kajagoogoo in the 80s
Source Design You Trust The 1980s were a time of vibrant fashion and unforgettable music, and one band that epitomized the era was Kajagoogoo. Hailing from Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, Kajagoogoo started their journey as a four-piece avant-garde group called Art Nouveau. The band consisted of Nick Beggs on bass guitar, Steve Askew on lead guitar,…
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Introducing the Box of Nothing: The Perfect Gift for Those Who Want Nothing
Source Design You Trust Are you tired of the challenge of finding a gift for someone who claims they want nothing? Look no further than the Box of Nothing. This unique gift is specially designed for those who insist they don’t want anything, offering a truly thoughtful and sincere present. More: Amazon h/t: sadanduseless Imagine…
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Rediscovering Childhood Magic: Designer Kirill Kruglov’s ‘My Outskirts’ Coloring Book
Source Design You Trust In a world dominated by technology and virtual experiences, it’s refreshing to stumble upon a project that brings back the joys of childhood and encourages creativity beyond screens. Designer Kirill Kruglov has introduced an intriguing project called “My Outskirts,” a captivating coloring book aimed at those who grew up under a…
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British Museum Drops Longtime Sponsor BP
Source artforum.com Bowing to years of pressure and protests from climate change activists as well as academics and its own staffers, the British Museum has severed ties with BP. The oil and gas conglomerate had been a
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Angela Cassie to Depart as Interim CEO of National Gallery of Canada
Source artforum.com Angela Cassie, who stepped in as interim director and CEO of the National Gallery of Canada in June 2022, after Sasha Suda departed to lead the Philadelphia Museum of Art, is leaving both roles. According
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Mystical Forests Meet Cavernous Classical Interiors in Eva Jospin’s Cardboard Sculptures
Source Colossal “Galleria” (2022), cardboard, wood, brass, embroidery, and drawings, 128 x 96 1/2 x 230 1/4 inches. All images © Eva Jospin, courtesy of the artist and Mariane Ibrahim. Photographs by Alum Gálvez In the hands of Eva Jospin, humble cardboard transforms into atmospheric forests, architectural wonders, and mysterious monuments. For more than a…
