When done right, shipping container architecture can be both effective and aesthetically pleasing. And although the interior of this project leaves plenty to be desired, the concept itself is more than functional for flash retail. The Gorman ShipShop by Next Architects is a mobile retail environment that gets-up-and-goes when its market does the same. The ShipShop scouts a location, opens its doors for business then moves along according to the winds of commerce....

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The National Museum of Singapore has added a brilliant sculpture to their gardens, one inspired by the shape, size and sheer might of a banyan tree. The Tree by FARM is a series of rectangular frames that reach out from a series of central columns, with lighting scattered randomly throughout its beams. It is a sculpture as a gathering place, a point for museum patrons to relax, sit and enjoy the sights of the museum and The Tree itself....

If it is a building’s job to host and contain performing art, the structure itself must reflect this in its design. While most of the world’s theaters are standard, columnic and republican, some architects have stepped forward to create truly wonderful, unique works of architectural art. To celebrate their structural ingenuity, here are 10 of the world’s most amazing modern theaters, concert halls and civic centers. Some may remain only ideas on paper, while others are a living part of the world’s cultural heritage....

Made of a copper and tin combination, bronze has natural properties that set it apart from all of our stainless steels, our titanium, our gold and silver. To begin with, bronze won’t corrode the way that steel and iron will, because it chemically concocts a patina to protect it from damage, meaning the more you abuse it, the stronger it becomes. Even saltwater and brine can’t penetrate the beauty of bronze, which is why it’s a beautiful, unique metal that you should be adding to your EDC whenever possible, and wearing on your wrist whenever a timepiece is required....

Located in Mount Hotham, Australia, the Under the Moonlight House by Giovanni D’Ambrosio Architecture is a contemporary home with hints of a traditional estate living. The residence provides a vivid view of the Australian forest beyond through large, obelisk-shaped windows made of glass and steel. While largely constructed of natural stone and wood, the home’s metal accents and unique shape create a structure that complements the surrounding environment with minimal impact to the proximal trees and natural vegetation....

This week at Salone del Mobile in Milan, Italy, United Nude and other brands are revealing their latest innovations to a design-minded audience. While the event is focused on furniture and interiors, United Nude’s new footwear series takes its inspiration from architectural concepts. United Nude teamed up with 3DSystems, a 3D printing company, and invited five architects to join the project. The United Nude 3D Printed Shoes concept, titled “Re-Inventing Shoes“, features five designs by five celebrated architects and designers....

The Walmart Office – Sao Paulo presents a lively appearance with its use of color and greenery throughout. Plants, both as indoor landscaping and little design details for character, provide an emotional connection with the lush outdoor environment around Brazil’s largest city. In addition to the indoor plant life, the designers used large, solid color accents on spaces throughout the not only provide warmth and welcome, they also serve as navigational elements for visitors....

The Wellograph wellness watch is an activity tracker, a heart rate monitor and a running watch in a sexy little package. It features the same kind of functionality as the Fitbit Force, a unit which was rated the #1 Fitness Tracker (of 26) this week by Time Magazine. Despite this number one rating, the Force can be a limited little device. Its tiny LED display provides basic information that can be difficult to read and navigate, and the screen is blank until activated by the wearer....

House Bus is a converted Bluebird school bus that once chaperoned children to school on a daily circuit. Today, it’s a bright and inviting mobile house for two occupants in Atlanta, Georgia. Julie and Andrew’s House Bus is a bit different from the other school bus conversions we’ve seen. It has the rustic charm of a traditional American bungalow, a design that feels warm, friendly and hardly “mobile”. Its interior features wooden counter tops and floors, a muted earth tone color scheme and even an old wood-burning stove....

Quick Tips for Choosing Snow Tires More than anything, choosing tires is about understanding physics and your car. Any winter tire is going to give you more traction than an all-season, so if you live somewhere that gets the slightest snowfall, it’s not overkill to have something with a deep tread for the colder months. You also want tires that ride comfortably. Sometimes a good grip on the ground means a rough ride in the cab....

Why It’s Important to Find the Right Belt Modern men don’t just wear belts because of their functional value.No, they understand that the truly modern man needs to hoist their pants in style. The best belts for men are vital accessories that can play a significant role in complementing your overall look. They offer a subtle yet powerful means to express your sense of style. Unfortunately, finding quality men’s belts is easier said than done....

These also have the ability to blind attackers, be held and operated while carrying a firearm, spotlight a target, smash through windows, wound attackers without shattering, work in the worst conditions, and run for hours. They’re also traditionally outfitted with flash capability for Morse communication and include warning flash settings that alert others you are in need of assistance. Best Tactical Flashlights to Get All of that is a big load for a little light to carry, which is why not every torch can do it....

Though meant to be refreshing, a bottle of gin can easily go wrong, with its deeply forested scent and taste. The incorrect mixture during distillation, and this divisive drink goes from being a lovely buzz-maker to hell on the tongue. While you can get away with bad whiskey, bad rum, and especially bad vodka, a bad gin experience is only marginally better than a bad tequila experience, which should tell you how seriously you need to take your gin....

Gentlemen, the era of the cargo shorts at the beach is over. While there is a time and a place for everything, the truly stylish man knows when to go for long-leg summer pants. Linen blend lightweight pants will not weigh you down and cause you to overheat, but they will add some serious style points to your hot weather outfits. If you are someone who lives in a more temperate climate, you might even be able to wear your summer pants all year long....

To celebrate that which inspires and provokes us, we found the most remarkable celebrations of faith from around the world in this array of the 21 most beautiful temples, cathedrals, shrines, mosques, and buildings of belief. One thing we can all agree on: These are impressive. Sabancı Merkez Camii, Adana, Turkey Bearing six minarets, the Sabancı Merkez Camii is a sprawling mosque that has the distinction of being the largest in Turkey....

When it comes to architectural photography, very few hold as much international esteem as Leonardo Finotti. His muse is the architecture of Brazil– the works of Niemeyer, of Bardi, of Costa, of Mendes da Rocha and others. As Brazilian architecture is amongst the world’s most progressive, most intercultural, Mr. Finotti is that creative melting pot’s most storied visual diplomat. To celebrate Brazil’s greatest architectural monuments, we asked Leonardo Finotti himself to share with us his favorite works of Brazilian architecture....

Picking a quality bread maker is an impossible feat. Though making basic bread is simple, being able to do it properly, allowing for the inclusion of whatever fruits, grains, nuts, and other ingredients you want, timing it, then getting the perfect mix of rising airiness is beyond the ability of most home devices. More often than getting a delicious, doughy, flaky slice of heaven, you’re going to have a chunk of useless bakery cast-off that even the feral animals in the neighborhood won’t touch....

Audi has released a new general touring version of their R8 supercar, the Audi R8 GT. The new R8 is true to the track in every fashion, from its smart muscle engine to its racing-inspired trim. In its design, this silver and black beast is lined with subtle red accents, from brakes to badge to interior detail. The Audi R8 GT improves on the Audi R8 V10 by slimming down yet maintaining the muscle of its predecessor....

Bacoc Hacienda in the Yucatan Peninsula is the work of Salvador Reyes Rios and Larrain Arquitectos. It features a symmetrically-balanced design from its front facing vantage, with two living spaces joined by a central courtyard that includes ruins from the original hacienda. The rear side of the home faces lush tropical greenery that brings out the color of the environment while providing privacy for the home’s occupants. A long, calm pool stretches out from the rear section and looks out into the distance beyond....