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Capsula Mundi, an innovative company revolutionizing traditional burial methods, is making strides with its unique “tree pod burial,” transforming the way we approach the end of life. Originally conceived by Italian designers Anna Citelli and Raoul Bretzel, Capsula Mundi champions a unique concept where the deceased become part of nature’s cycle. Their organic burial pods transform human remains into nutrients, nurturing a tree planted above. This novel idea replaces tombstones with living memorials in a forest-like setting. Recent developments in 2023 include notable exhibitions showcasing Capsula Mundi’s vision. The project featured at the PAN, Palazzo delle Arti in Naples, within … Read more

Guy Spends 6 Months Recreating A Van Gogh Painting Using Plants In A 1.2-Acre Field

February 17, 2023

Can you imagine seeing a Van Gogh painting sitting right off the freeway on your morning commute or aerial ride? One field in Eagan, Minnesota got exactly this when the 67-year-old artist, Stan Herd, transformed it into Van Gogh’s 1889 “Olive Trees.” Herd has been doing similar types of artwork or ‘earthworks’ since 1981. “I

Guy Builds Giants From Wood And Hides Them In The Wilderness For People To Find

February 17, 2023

Danish artist Thomas Dambo creates larger-than-life sculptures hidden around his hometown of Copenhagen. His sculptures require secret poems and clues in order to locate them. He says each has its own treasure map or poem engraved into stone to steer people onto unfamiliar paths where they’ll discover them. Each is made of recycled wood consisting

Magical 1,400-Year-Old Ginkgo Tree Sheds A Spectacular Sea Of Golden Leaves

February 17, 2023

This impressive Ginkgo Tree sits nestled between the walls of the Gu Guanyin Buddhist Temple in the Zhongnan Mountains in China. Every autumn, this 1,400-year-old-tree converts its green leaves into vibrant, bright yellow ones leaving a blanket of the golden heap on the temple’s grounds attracting drawing tourists from nearby surrounding areas. Sadly, this tree

If We Drew Modern Animals The Way We Draw Dinosaurs, Based On Bones Alone

February 17, 2023

When we see illustrations of dinosaurs done by Paleoartists in books the skeletal reconstructions are what many artists depend on when trying to draw dinosaurs. But what happens when you try to apply that to modern-day animals? Artist C.M. Kosemen, in his book All Yesterdays: Unique and Speculative Views of Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Animals, illustrated present-day animals based

Architect Spends 45 Years Transforming An Old Cement Factory Into A Fairytale Home

February 17, 2023

La Fábrica originated out of a vision Ricardo Bofill had for an old 1970s cement factory. In the course of 45 years, the old building was completely transformed into one of the most unique and modern homes around. Located just outside of Barcelona the old factory once served as a World War I-era repair shop until Bofill and his

December 19, 2024

Travel

Viganella In Italy Surrounded By Mountains Gets Its Sunlight By Using A Giant Mirror

Imagine living in a village where the sun vanishes for three whole months. Sounds like the plot of a dark fairy tale, right? But for the tiny Italian village of Viganella, tucked away in the steep Antrona Valley, this wasn’t a fantasy—it was reality. Every winter, the surrounding mountains blocked the sun’s rays, leaving the town square in perpetual shadow. That is, until 2006, when Viganella decided to bring back the light with a giant mirror. Yes, a mirror. The Problem of Sunless Winters in Viganella Nestled in northern Italy, not far from the Swiss border, Viganella is a picture-perfect … Read more

December 17, 2024

DIY

19 Of The Coolest Christmas Tree Toppers Ever

If you haven’t decorated your tree yet or just feel like your Christmas tree toppers could use a little extra pizzazz, don’t worry — we’ve got you covered! Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also the perfect time to let your creativity shine. Why settle for a basic star or angel when you can think outside the tree? From Darth Vader wielding a candy cane lightsaber to Harry Potter perched atop with a golden snitch, Christmas tree toppers have become a playground for pop culture, humor, and holiday cheer. We’ve even seen King Kong gripping … Read more

December 16, 2024

Science

Dogxim: The First Ever Dog-Fox Hybrid Discovered In The Wild

In a groundbreaking discovery, scientists documented the first known hybrid between a domestic dog and a Pampas fox. Known as Dogxim, this remarkable animal was found in Brazil and has captivated researchers and the public alike. This finding sheds light on the fascinating and unexpected possibilities of hybridization in the animal kingdom, sparking curiosity about the genetic interplay between domestic pets and their wild relatives. Dogxim, First Dog-Fox Hybrid Found In The Wild The story began in 2021 in Vacaria, a city in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. The animal was found after being struck by a car and was … Read more