Vivobarefoot Unveils “Scan-to-Print-to-Soil” Compostable 3D-Printed Trainers
Vivobarefoot, in collaboration with material science company Balena, has introduced a ground-breaking concept in sustainable footwear with its “scan-to-print-to-soil” compostable trainers. The prototype shoes, revealed at the Biofabricate materials conference, are 3D-printed ...
Farmer Combats Flooding by Returning Creeks to Nature: ‘Wildlife That Has Come is Phenomenal’
In the UK, farmers are taking innovative steps to combat flooding by returning sections of their farms to a more natural state. James Robinson, a farmer from Cumbria, has collaborated with the Ullswater Catchment Management CIC to transform parts of his farm into wetland habitats. ...
This New Fridge Organizer From IKEA Gives You Loads of Extra Storage Space — It’s the Best $6 You’ll Spend
In the era of social media-driven organization trends, where every corner of our homes is scrutinized for its aesthetic appeal, IKEA’s KLIPPKAKTUS storage drawer emerges as a budget-friendly hero for transforming the chaotic landscape of our refrigerators. As Instagram and TikTok ...
New York City’s Self-Filtering +POOL Will Open in the East River Soon
Lucky New Yorkers may soon find themselves enjoying a refreshing swim in a one-of-a-kind, floating, plus-shaped pool nestled in the East River. Conceived in 2010 by a dedicated team of engineers, the +POOL project aims to transform the East River into a safe and clean aquatic haven. ...
5-Year-Old Girl Finds 152-Year-Old Shipwreck on Fishing Trip in Lake Michigan
Five-year-old Henley Wollack’s innocent love for swimming near Lake Michigan’s Green Island turned into a historic adventure during a recent fishing trip with her father, Tim. Mistaking the submerged wreckage for an octopus, Henley’s keen observation led to the discovery ...
CASE-REAL Transforms 80-Year-Old Traditional Japanese House into Craft Beer Brewery
CASE-REAL’s transformative renovation of an 80-year-old traditional Japanese house into Whale Brewing, a craft beer brewery in Saga, Japan, represents a thoughtful response to the challenges faced by the town of Yobuko. Historically known for its whaling and later renowned for ...
Play Area Helps Transform Vacant House Into Vibrant Forest
In the heart of Cincinnati, a gloomy afternoon turned vibrant as Brad McCombs, NKU’s Art & Design Program head, and a group of students gathered to transform the historic Holloway House into a haven for teen mothers facing homelessness. Amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 ...
Colorful “Map of Plants” Visualizes the Complex Diversity and Evolution of Our Planet’s Flora
Physicist Dominic Walliman, known for his adeptness in creating comprehensive conceptual maps, has once again ventured into the realm of knowledge visualization with his latest creation—the Colorful Map of Plants. Recognizing the inherent difficulty in comprehending the vast diversity ...
Fiber Inspired by Polar Bears Traps Heat as Well as Down Feathers Do
A breakthrough in textile technology inspired by the insulating properties of polar bear fur has yielded a remarkable fiber that can rival the warmth of down feathers while maintaining a significantly lighter and more flexible profile. The fiber, designed to mimic the porous hairs ...