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Airbnb And Pantone Create “outside In” House In London To Help People Fight The Winter Blues

Mon, 06 Feb 2017 14:09:04 +0300

Airbnb and Pantone have partnered to create a unique space which brings the outdoors, inside. The ‘Outside In’ house, inspired by Pantone’s colour of the year (Greenery), is designed to encourage visitors to embrace 2017 with fresh optimism, perfect timing after a bleak 2016.

We Make Sculptures From The Wood That Has Been Washed By The Water

Mon, 11 Jan 2016 12:29:30 +0300

We are artists from Hungary that create all kinds of land art. This time we want to show you the sculptures that we created from the wood that has been washed to the shore by the water.

I Hand-Craft Wood Drawers That Look Like Trees To Escape Busy City Life

Tue, 24 Nov 2015 10:05:41 +0300

Many, many years ago, I fell in love with the forest. I escape the stress of city life to find peace and inspiration for my work. Through the sheer diversity of natural form, I have become convinced that in order to achieve balance with nature and ultimately an open mind, I must apply unique character and form to everything I do – in particular, to the work of my own hands.

I Create Giant Sculptures From Scrap Wood

Fri, 03 Jul 2015 14:58:50 +0300

I’m a Danish artist Thomas Dambo. Everyday I scavenge wood and other materials in my home city Copenhagen, and create different sculptures. I truly love working with scrap wood. There’s so much of it everywhere so I can pretty much build what ever I can imagine. I hope my sculptures will inspire others to recycle.

Don't Put Those Pieces Of Old Wood In The Trash

Tue, 21 Apr 2015 13:17:09 +0300

Being "green" is totally trendy right now. Sure, doing your part to help the environment is good for the earth, but it can also be good for your home. If you believe that a touch of country charm can be just as elegant as sleek, modern furniture, then the environmentally friendly reclaimed wood craze is perfect for you. By using wood pallets, fallen trees, and pieces of old barns to refurnish your home, you're cutting down on consumption and making your home look stylish to boot. Check out 18 inspirational ideas for reusing tired timber below.

Artist Spent a Year in the Woods Creating Mysterious Sculptures

Wed, 28 Jan 2015 12:01:59 +0300

Deep in the woods of southern France, artist Spencer Byles transformed the forest into a mysterious wonderland through a series of spectacular, organic sculptures. Byles spent a year immersed in the woodlands of La Colle sur Loup, Villeneuve-Loubet, and Mougins for this ambitious project. Surrounded by flora and fauna, the sculptor used only cables and natural, found materials to create his stunning, large-scale works of art.

Tell What These Things Are Made From

Fri, 24 Oct 2014 08:41:10 +0400

You can thank artist Livio de Marchi for taking the craft of woodcarving to where it is today. In Livio's world, you can hang your wooden jacket in your wooden home that you drove to in your wooden car. He's that good.

A Walk Into The Wood Turned Into A Puppy-Filled Adventure

Thu, 16 Oct 2014 08:49:16 +0400

When Greg Zubiak ventured into the woods to prepare for a moose hunt, he didn't expect to find these little bundles of joy. No, Zubiak did not spot any moose that day, but found a box of 20 puppies abandoned in a field. Sitting cold and scared, these pups didn't stand much of a chance if Zubiak wasn't a generous and quick thinker. When he saw just how chilled the dogs were, he removed his hunting gear and put it on them for warmth. The hunting trip was over, but Zubiak's journey with the box of puppies had only begun.

Amazingly Detailed Illustrations Transformed Into Cut Wood Design

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 13:15:18 +0400

London-based artist Martin Tomsky's woodwork collection is filled with many elaborate illustrations which he has transformed into wooden sculptures. To create each amazing piece, he layers together laser cut plywood into tactile pieces filled with various textures and shades of brown. Tomsky is passionate about creating interesting visual narratives through his art. He explains, "My personal work and illustrations for children are primarily about creating new worlds, unique characters to inhabit those worlds and to depict stories which bring them to life."

There’s Something Incredibly Deceiving About These Photos

Thu, 15 May 2014 12:32:07 +0400

There are some artists that just stand out from the rest. What makes Tom Eckert’s art so special is its weightless quality (and something that’ll take you a few moments to notice). His pieces typically focus on a surreal scene that usually features cloths and linens. At first, you might not be impressed. When you realize what his work really is, you may be more taken aback.
That’s because Tom is a sculptor, and every single one of these delicate pieces is made entirely out of wood.

Log In The Woods

Wed, 14 May 2014 08:30:39 +0400

“Geocaching” is an activity where people seek out hidden treasures with the help of GPS. Strangers will hide a box or capsule and note its coordinates. Then, other people will attempt to find the hidden cache by locating it with GPS. It’s basically a modern day treasure hunt. Some people get really into it, which is so cool.
A Reddit user decided to participate in a geocaching hunt (in epic fashion) by making this cool hiding place for his capsule. Finding this would take some serious effort, but it’d be worth it.

This Man Was Offered $17,000 For Just One Of These…

Mon, 05 May 2014 10:29:25 +0400

Wood carvings aren’t a new style of art or sculpture. However, what artist Sergei Bobkov makes is.
Sergei’s art is almost more incredible because of his lack of desire to sell it. He was offered $17,000 for his wood chip eagle but he won’t sell it. Even though he has been making these sculptures for some time, he only has 11. They are an intense labor of love.