January 2016 Archive

Wael Seaiby, a graduate of the University of Edinburgh, has designed Plag, a series of glass and ceramic looking vessels made from recycled plastic. >

“Breasts of Desire”, the latest collection Cape Town-based fashion label Selfi, explores the way women’s bodies are portrayed in modern culture. >

Extreme eco-thrills are within reach of Dutch locals at a wind turbine amusement park where guests will go on rides that incorporate wind turbines. >

A global network of samaritans are helping children in need of hands. >

“That Dragon, Cancer” is an interactive narrative about Joel Green and his battle with cancer. >

Paris-based 5.5 designstudio have designed a minimal-looking thermostat that learns about its user's behaviours and optimises home energy usage. >

A graduate in architecture from TU Delft, Shen Chen has designed a temporary, multifunctional stadium built from bamboo. >

Black women’s hair is knotty terrain. Émilie Regnier photographs Ivorian women in their wigged glory and affirms that hair is ultimately a personal choice. >

An alternative wind turbine that generates green energy and removes air pollution on highways. >

Zimbabwean-born photographer Ben Moyo broke the mould by pursuing a career in the arts despite a lack of opportunities. >

Kientru O Architects converted this building from an old townhouse into a vibrant ochre-and-yellow themed nursery school. >