The Birth of a Cicada
Some people often refer to them as locusts, but cicadas have no relation whatsoever to the true, grasshopper-like locust. They are some of the best known insect in the world, and despite their large size, they pose no danger to humans. Cicadas are considered a delicacy in some parts of the world, like China, Malaysia, […]
Dear Diary 1.0 – A Desk-Embedded Computer
This could be a sign of things to come, in a few years, desk-embedded computers may not seem like a novelty. Designed by Marlies Romberg, a young graduate of the Utrecht School of Arts, Dear Diary 1.0 aims to be a fusion between the real world and the digital world. Here’s how Marlies explains her […]
Weirdest Hotel in China?
Personally I think it has a shot at the title of weirdest hotel in the world, but it’s definitely not the best looking one. Located in Hebei province, China, the Tianzi Hotel was built sometime in the 2000-2001 period. It is a ten-story high representation of Fu Lu Shou (good fortune, prosperity and longevity) that […]