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These Destroyed-Looking Buildings Are Actually Fine

Sometimes, architects design structures that are meant to look damaged in some manner or another.... READ ON

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20 Beautiful and Strange Bicycle Designs

It’s spring, and you should go outside. Why not go for a bike ride and turn some heads?... READ ON

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11 Couch Designs of the Future

Are you just gonna sit there? When you could be sprawling, cuddling, storing, or hiding? Check out 11 new concepts in sofa design.... READ ON

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Castles Built By Only One Person

Designing and building a castle is hard work, even with a whole team of skilled craftsmen, but that doesn't mean some people haven't tried constructing one all by themselves.... READ ON

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Stained Glass Made From Paper

Stained glass tends to be made from, well, glass. But artist Eric Standley makes gorgeous and intricate designs reminiscent of the finest stained glass windows on earth using only one material—paper. ... READ ON

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12 Unconventional Radiators

Because it's very cold.... READ ON

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The Matchstick Model Monastery 16 Years In The Making

Can you remember what kind of work or school projects you were working on nearly 16 years ago? Artist Plamen Ignatov can, but that's probably because he's been working on the same project for the last decade and a half. The work in question not only took almost 16 years to complete, it also required over 6 million matchsticks as well as a bit of wood and a few jewels for... READ ON

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Gorgeous Homes For True Book Lovers

Photo Courtesy Flavorwire We've seen beautiful libraries lined with books from all over the world, but let's face it—most of us can't really enjoy that sort of luxury at home. That being said, even a fairly modest home can be made to feel far more bookish with the addition of some wall-to-wall bookcases. This Flavorwire article filled with dream homes for book lovers has some truly inspirational ideas for anyone with a literary fascination. Most of these places look like normal houses that just happen... READ ON

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Amazing Sculptures Made With Matchsticks

Admittedly, you probably wouldn't want to keep one of David Mach's incredible artworks in your living room—at least not without a fireproof glass display case—but regardless of the potential dangers, these matchstick sculptures truly are... READ ON

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The Tablecloth That Looks Better With Spills

For those who have accepted spills and stains as a part of daily life, designer Kristine Bjaadal's tablecloth concept could be a lifesaver. Rather than get ruined when someone spills something on it, the cloth improves—showing a stunning butterfly that was practically invisible before the... READ ON