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W Budapest celebrates fashion with Nanushka collaboration at the end of August
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W Budapest celebrates fashion with Nanushka collaboration at the end of August

W Budapest, which debuted in Hungary in July, will be getting involved in the city’s cultural and social life at the end of August through a fashion-themed collaboration with Nanushka and its own series of events, Faces of Budapest, which is just starting. The world-famous Hungarian fashion brand’s
Stunning concrete house hidden in the forest in Slovakia
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Stunning concrete house hidden in the forest in Slovakia

Architectural studio Ksa Studený designed a concrete and glass house to frame magnificent views of a forest near the village of Pernek, Slovakia. Dug into a sloping site, the 200-square-meter home is fronted with a full-height glass facade and topped by a roof that will gradually become covered in plants
A special collaboration album draws attention to Lake Balaton’s environmental values
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A special collaboration album draws attention to Lake Balaton’s environmental values

The BALATORIUM program of the Veszprém-Balaton 2023 European Capital of Culture has invited musicians to help raise awareness of the Lake Balaton’s vulnerability. The album, entitled Balaton hangjai (The Sounds of Balaton—the Transl.) , features twelve artists who present the lake’s vulnerability from different perspectives, both in terms
IKEA celebrates its 80th birthday with a new collection
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IKEA celebrates its 80th birthday with a new collection

On 28 July 1943, Ingvar Kamprad, aged just 17, founded IKEA in Älmhult, Sweden. To mark the anniversary, the company is celebrating 80 years of entrepreneurship, innovation, and collaboration by reimagining iconic products from the early days and connecting the past with the future with a new collection. In the
Budapest Park’s fashion campaign promotes diversity
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Budapest Park’s fashion campaign promotes diversity

Diversity and sensitivity are among the core values of Budapest Park. This message is now being conveyed in an unusual way and in a setting that is perhaps a little unusual for an entertainment venue: this time they are taking the audience into the world of fashion and presenting their
A venue for all seasons | Daalarna Garden opens
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A venue for all seasons | Daalarna Garden opens

The Daalarna Garden wedding and event venue in Szentendre, Hungary, offers a sustainable luxury experience for anyone who wants safety, quality, and comfort in a location that is within easy reach of Budapest, yet far enough away to ensure that everything is just right for your total relaxation. Twenty years
Between’s new collection inspired by the endless ocean and the spirit of summer
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Between’s new collection inspired by the endless ocean and the spirit of summer

The summer capsule collection of the Hungarian brand Between is inspired by the boundless passion for travel and the ocean, reflected in both the colors and the motifs of the garments. Brand designer Csilla Szabó has yet again paid special attention to environmentally conscious use of materials, with both the
Natural materials, combinable basic pieces | selera
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Natural materials, combinable basic pieces | selera

Nowadays, capsule gardrobes are quite popular, the idea being to have basic pieces that can be easily varied with each other, and the aim being to strive for quality rather than quantity. The new collection from the Ukrainian brand selera fits perfectly into this approach, with a collection of essentially
Our favourite places to visit in the Balaton Highlands
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Our favourite places to visit in the Balaton Highlands

Lake Balaton has been experiencing a real renaissance in recent years, as both domestic and international tourists have found their way back to the "Hungarian sea". Of course, one can still associate Lake Balaton with lángos—a deep fried dough with cheese and sour cream topping—, endless train rides or
From the runways to the streets #2 | Telling stories with our clothes
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From the runways to the streets #2 | Telling stories with our clothes

Is it the concept or the awareness-raising and memorability that is more important? Where is the line between artistic expression and provocation? What impact does social media have on what will eventually hit the shelves? Having clarified the essential concepts in the first episode of our new series, in the
From the runways to the streets #1 | A year in fashion
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From the runways to the streets #1 | A year in fashion

The Met Gala, the Oscars, and the Cannes International Film Festival are among the world’s biggest fashion events, even though the latter two seem to have a different focus. But can the average person get their hands on the kind of clothes the stars wear to these events? What
Lingerie in bloom | Le Petit Trou x Reserved
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Lingerie in bloom | Le Petit Trou x Reserved

Reserved and Polish brand Le Petit Trou (which we’ve featured before) have formed a creative partnership to dream up a capsule collection of special underwear. What is the message of the collection? Treat yourself to the little things that make you happy, like beautiful lingerie. “The concept highlights the
Perfect harmony of Renaissance and modern
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Perfect harmony of Renaissance and modern

The peculiarity of today’s wedding fashion is the simultaneous presence of modern, minimalist solutions and exciting, exuberant trends. Anita Benes did not want to choose between these two distinctive trends, so she decided to combine the most defining stylistic features of the Renaissance era with the clean and feminine
Why would a sex shop not be sexy? | Contact Sports
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Why would a sex shop not be sexy? | Contact Sports

Neon lights, stained curtains, and faded posters, latex lingerie and accessories. That’s pretty much the image that comes to mind when you think of a sex shop. To sum it up, embarrassing is probably the adjective that best describes the most natural activity in the world that most people
Now you too can move into a movie fashion icon’s home | Manhattan home of the Prada-wearing Devil Boss for sale
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Now you too can move into a movie fashion icon’s home | Manhattan home of the Prada-wearing Devil Boss for sale

The Devil Wears Prada is a true classic among fashion fans, as viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the operation of a fashion magazine, complete with amazing outfits, New York parties, and a trip to Paris. But what’s also memorable is the Upper East Side home of Miranda Priestly,
Be yourself! | Introducing ‘BRAVE’ collection by AGNESKOVACS
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Be yourself! | Introducing ‘BRAVE’ collection by AGNESKOVACS

We tend to see the world in black and white, but it’s worth letting go of the extremes at times, keeping an open mind, and seeing the myriad shades between the two extremes. The ‘BRAVE’ collection by AGNESKOVACS is a reminder that not everything is as black and white
Monumental spaces, bold characters
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Monumental spaces, bold characters

How do design, fashion, and urban living come together and come to life as one?  The editorial of S/ALON Budapest triggers visual stimuli that help the viewer to see the unique relationship between interior design and boundary-pushing characters in a completely new and striking concept. “In my photographs, the
It’s like dining in a museum—Párisi Passage offers a revamped menu
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It’s like dining in a museum—Párisi Passage offers a revamped menu

The Párisi Passage is worth a visit for the breathtaking scenery alone. As Food & Beverage Director Márk Váradi says, it’s as if they worked in a museum, while guests can feel like visitors when they sit down for lunch or dinner. Perhaps that would already be enough to make
Food inspired by music | Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel
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Food inspired by music | Sessions at Hard Rock Hotel

From a very young age, I can still recall people wearing Hard Rock Café T-shirts with the name of a city printed on them. The legendary restaurant chain opened in Budapest a little over ten years ago, and in 2022 the Hard Rock Hotel opened its doors. Now we had
Unusual stakes for this year’s Super Bowl
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Unusual stakes for this year’s Super Bowl

Like every year, the Super Bowl is the most anticipated sporting event in the world, and the excitement of the Super Bowl is heightened by the Philadelphia Museum of Art and the Nelson-Atkins Art Museum in Kansas City. On Sunday night, the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles will
Knitwear that hides its wearer from facial recognition
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Knitwear that hides its wearer from facial recognition

Facial recognition programs are useful in many areas of life, but many people fear for their privacy as these programs proliferate. Italian company Cap_able has found a rather stylish solution to this problem, launching a line of clothing that protects the wearer’s biometric data without the need to
Budapest’s newest cocktail bar will beguile you—KAA opens
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Budapest’s newest cocktail bar will beguile you—KAA opens

The newly opened KAA enchants its guests with its dark walls, exquisite greenery, and cocktails that make all secret wishes come true. In KAA, it’s like sneaking under the shady trees of the jungle at night, only to find a mystical corner under the greenery. There is no danger,
Ten faces of the modern woman | Anka X Anett Hajdú

Ten faces of the modern woman | Anka X Anett Hajdú

ANKA ART presents a limited edition handmade fan collection inspired by ten female characters. The pieces can be used both as statement fashion accessories and as unique home decoration. The first limited edition pieces of ANKA ART, the original artistic branch of the Anka hand fan brand—which launches a
MOME focuses on the future at this year’s Budapest Design Week
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MOME focuses on the future at this year’s Budapest Design Week

Budapest Design Week, one of the most important events in the Hungarian design scene, kicks off on 7 October. MOME joins in with a number of exciting professional programs and international speakers. The university’s events will focus on the relationship between the future and design and will contribute to
Building on art | INSIDE ART
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Building on art | INSIDE ART

As a traditional side event of Art Market Budapest, Central and Eastern Europe’s leading international art fair, which will take place at the Bálna Budapest between 6 and 9 October this year, INSIDE ART, one of Europe’s most prestigious international art industry conferences, will be held on 7
A Mexican hotel with a pool under its arches
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A Mexican hotel with a pool under its arches

Architect Ludwig Godefroy used a range of visual and conceptual ideas to create the Casa To hotel in Mexico, while also commissioning local craftsmen to create the furniture. The most impressive feature of the building, however, is undoubtedly the swimming pool running under the arches. Located in an idyllic setting,
A trio of crumbling towers makes Amsterdam even more remarkable
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A trio of crumbling towers makes Amsterdam even more remarkable

MVRDV, architecture and urban design firm, is building the Valley skyscraper in Amsterdam’s Zuidas district. The three towers, shaped by apartments of unusual, almost dramatic design covered in greenery, rise 67, 81, and 100 meters above the city. A ‘green valley’ meanders between the three buildings, starting at the
A new craze? Personal submarines instead of private jets
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A new craze? Personal submarines instead of private jets

Dutch company U-Boat Worx has begun volume production of its NEMO 1 (one-seater) and NEMO 2 (two-seater) submersibles, which are quite easily moved due to their size and weight, so they’re relatively easy to be housed on land, at a boat dock, or on a yacht. When fully charged,
Holiday fever: LEGO launches 5 advent calendars for Christmas
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Holiday fever: LEGO launches 5 advent calendars for Christmas

This year, the world’s favorite bricks and characters will help us get into the Christmas mood throughout December. One thing’s for sure: fans of Star Wars, Harry Potter and Marvel will definitely be thrilled to open the little windows. It may seem exaggerated that many companies reveal their
LG creates the future of stylistic storage solutions for sneakerheads
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LG creates the future of stylistic storage solutions for sneakerheads

Although, for many, collecting sneakers still seems like an odd hobby, sneakerheads are willing to pay thousands of euros for a unique, limited edition pair of shoes. Some wait for the carefully stored jewels of their collection to become more valuable over time, while others prefer to slip them on,
Marcell Rév has won an Emmy for Euphoria
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Marcell Rév has won an Emmy for Euphoria

The Hungarian cinematographer was awarded the prize for his work on the “The Theater and Its Double” episode of Euphoria, one of the most popular series of recent years. It will be another week before the best actors and actresses and the awarded series will be announced, as this time,
The Paloznak Jazz Picnic celebrated its 10th anniversary
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The Paloznak Jazz Picnic celebrated its 10th anniversary

Three days, four stages, over forty concerts. The Paloznak Jazz Picnic celebrated its 10th anniversary this year. And the organizers were not stingy: they brought star performers such as Richard Bona and Emeli Sandé. The Balaton Highlands were not ungrateful either: a record number of participants gave the iconic festival
KEDDEN KÉTSZÁZ—Discounted tickets for the exhibitions of Kunsthalle
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KEDDEN KÉTSZÁZ—Discounted tickets for the exhibitions of Kunsthalle

Each exhibition of the Kunsthalle is accessible for 200 HUF from 26 July to 16 August, on Tuesdays, in the framework of the KEDDEN KÉTSZAZ initiative! The Kunsthalle’s current exhibitions: • Common Space | II National Salon of Industry and Design 2022 • Metamorphosis of Light | Exhibition of Teréz Borza • 11th Grotesque
Not only can we see it, but we can also wear Matisse’s creations
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Not only can we see it, but we can also wear Matisse’s creations

On the occasion of the first exhibition to present the oeuvre of Henri Matisse in Hungary, VYF’s limited-edition silk scarf capsule collection was made in collaboration with the Museum of Fine Arts in Budapest, so we can take home and wear a piece of the French painter’s heritage.
The fusion of music and visual arts in ÜVEG.HÁZ
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The fusion of music and visual arts in ÜVEG.HÁZ

Every two weeks, the pop-up exhibition space of MOMkult, ÜVEG.HÁZ, presents the work of a new artist. The exhibitions are accompanied by free outdoor music programs. ZSÁGER BALÁZS (LIVE), COLOBOMA (LIVE) ÜVEG.HÁZ 2022.07.23. 19:00 Sirály sétány Music Balázs Zságer has been a leading figure in
Fans’ dream comes true: LEGO launches ‘The Office’ themed set
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Fans’ dream comes true: LEGO launches ‘The Office’ themed set

After many popular collaborations, LEGO has now announced a new set inspired by one of the world’s most popular series on social media. The iconic sets and characters from The Office will soon be back in the form of figures and bricks. The highly detailed set features some of
Thousands of Polish films available for free
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Thousands of Polish films available for free

In partnership with the Polish Film Institute and major Polish film studios, 35mm.online is a streaming site that provides free access to nearly 4,000 Polish films in full HD quality, most of them with English subtitles. The collection consists mainly of fascinating historical documents and newsreels of the
One of pop culture’s greatest car icons revitalized
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One of pop culture’s greatest car icons revitalized

‘Renault 5 Diamant’ brings together the worlds of interior design and cars. To mark the model’s 50th anniversary, the French manufacturer has collaborated with designer Pierre Gonalons, thus the iconic vehicle was reinvented. The result of this cooperation is an unparalleled electric show car that revitalizes a true pop
Downtown bustle in a fairytale setting | Alice Terrace
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Downtown bustle in a fairytale setting | Alice Terrace

We all have our favorite summer spots in Budapest, but new additions to the repertoire are always welcome. Alice Hotel is situated in the imposing setting of Andrássy Avenue surrounded by villas and has been a gem of the Budapest boulevard since the late 1870s. This is where we can
From kosher restaurants to sustainable packaging | Piqniq pack—Part 13
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From kosher restaurants to sustainable packaging | Piqniq pack—Part 13

What makes a kitchen kosher? How has food delivery changed in recent years and how can it be made more sustainable? Where to start if we’re looking for a vegetarian or vegan restaurant? How has the pandemic affected tipping habits? Questions and answers in the latest Piqniq pack episode.
Margaret Island returns to Budapest Park with a mini-festival
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Margaret Island returns to Budapest Park with a mini-festival

In the spirit of acceptance, connection, and peace, Margaret Island’s Flower Power mini-festival will take place on 6 August in Budapest Park. The band will be joined on stage by Solére, Pandóra Projekt, and Brenka for a truly special evening celebrating diversity. ”As a little girl, I was first
The meeting of old and new | Armenian memories on a Texas church
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The meeting of old and new | Armenian memories on a Texas church

Award-winning New York architect David Hotson reinterprets 1,400 year-old armenian traditions for the renovation of the Saint Sarkis Church in Carrollton, Texas. The ancient architectural and artistic traditions are mixed with contemporary, digitally controlled design and production technologies: the stunning façade features 1.5 million individual pixels, each representing
A dream come true for LEGO-fans in Korea
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A dream come true for LEGO-fans in Korea

LEGO is expected to inaugurate LEGOLAND Hotel this year, which will await fans of the colorful and creative toy on 4 floors, with 154 LEGO brick-themed rooms. The rooms are divided into premium, suite and deluxe categories and are playfully designed with Friends, Ninjago and Pirates themes to make them
Csepel gets a new identity and website
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Csepel gets a new identity and website

For almost a century, the Csepel bicycle brand has been a dominant player in the cycling world, and now it has a new identity and website, that will have an impact on products, stores and partners in the distribution network. “It’s a real challenge, renewing a brand that everyone
Thanks to Airbnb, anyone can spend a night in the Scooby-Doo van
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Thanks to Airbnb, anyone can spend a night in the Scooby-Doo van

Unbelievable, but this summer marks the 20th anniversary of the cult classic live-action film adaptation of Scooby-Doo. To celebrate, Shaggy actor Matthew Lillard has joined Airbnb to host some lucky fans in the Mystery Machine. Guests can profit from the experience offered by the Mystery Machine for only $20 a
Overnight cellar visit and festivities in the Balaton wine region in Hungary
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Overnight cellar visit and festivities in the Balaton wine region in Hungary

For the fifth time this year, Szent György Hill will welcome wine lovers on a dawn-to-dusk walk: on June 11, guests will be invited to discover the hill, local wines and wineries at nearly 20 locations. The hosts will be preparing music and delicious snacks, but there will also be
Here comes the first all-arts and community festival focusing on sustainability
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Here comes the first all-arts and community festival focusing on sustainability

The Zöld Összművészeti Fesztivál (Green Arts Festival) will bring together Hungarian theatre, dance, children’s and youth programs born from the fusion of performing arts and environmental protection from 10-12 June. The unique green event of the ZÖME FEST will include lectures, professional discussions on the climate crisis, the conscious
An impressive concrete mass—A modernist house in Lithuania
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An impressive concrete mass—A modernist house in Lithuania

Most people would say that concrete is robust and cold, but in the case of this Lithuanian building, it’s sofetened by vertical elements, large glass surfaces and huge, round-shaped openings. The concrete building is in spectacular contrast with the surrounding houses, and this is exactly what makes it stand
Antique details, modern features, French touch—An apartment in Warsaw we’d move in anytime
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Antique details, modern features, French touch—An apartment in Warsaw we’d move in anytime

In an apartment in a historic building in Warsaw, interior design studio La Folie has artfully blended the property’s contemporary heritage with modernist and classic French elements, reflecting the owners’ sophisticated and colorful tastes. The eclectic interior features a range of unique furniture intended for this venue and works
Mercedes-Benz and MOME Budapest celebrate 20 years of collaboration
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Mercedes-Benz and MOME Budapest celebrate 20 years of collaboration

The graduation ceremony in July will feature the chief design officer of the luxury brand Gorden Wagener, who will deliver a speech, as well as to inaugurate the Mobility Design Lab, the university’s new designer workshop exploring the future of transportation, together with the Chairman of MOME Foundation. The
Winners of Best in Design announced at Zlin Design Week
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Winners of Best in Design announced at Zlin Design Week

300 designers of 17 countries competed this year for the title of Best in Design, winners were announced by Julie Ondračková and Matěj Kovář at the Zlin Design Week on 7 May. Best in Design is an international competition under the auspices of Zlin Design Week, which supports the design
„All is lost if an animation has no soul”—Interview with Gábor Csupó, the creator of our beloved childhood cartoon characters
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„All is lost if an animation has no soul”—Interview with Gábor Csupó, the creator of our beloved childhood cartoon characters

The Simpsons, Rugrats, The Wild Thornberrys, Aaahh!!! Real Monsters—what do these titles have in common other than being the super popular cartoons of the ’90sand ’00s that everyone knows and loves? It’s Gábor Csupó, co-founder of the world famous Hollywood animation studio Klasky Csupo, and inventor of the
Emerging talents and exciting musical experiments on the open-air stage of the House of Hungarian Music
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Emerging talents and exciting musical experiments on the open-air stage of the House of Hungarian Music

The open-air stage of the House of Hungarian Music offers emerging and niche musicians the opportunity to perform, alongside a number of well-known musicians and bands. Among the free programs of the outdoor season, you can find DJ sets, concerts, folk dance events for beginners, film screenings and family activities.
Paris gets closer to nature with this "living building"
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Paris gets closer to nature with this "living building"

The Villa M building, designed by Franco-Brazilian Triptyque Architecture and Philippe Starck, was built on Montparnasse Avenue in Paris, with a verdant façade that brings nature closer to the city center. The building consists of metal beams, conceived to house medicinal herbal plants, fruit trees, and medium to large-sized perennial
Zlin Design Week starts tomorrow
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Zlin Design Week starts tomorrow

Conferences, exhibitions, workshops, parties. Students, inspiring personalities—everyone who loves the world of design. The eighth edition of Zlin Design Week will take place from 6 to 13 May 2022. As tradition has it, during the second week of May, Zlín will be a meeting point for designers and design
This unconventional solution provides shelter for stray dogs
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This unconventional solution provides shelter for stray dogs

A completely unconventional solution was invented in Thailand in order to provide shelter for stray dogs. The idea improves dogs’ living conditions while focusing on sustainability, as well. The issue became pressing by figures showing that 750,000 of the country’s 6.7 million dogs are living on the
Sustainable Hungarian design products designed for success
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Sustainable Hungarian design products designed for success

Hungarian Fashion and Design Agency (HFDA) launched their design LAB incubation program for the second time in the spring of 2021, the new products were finished by the first quarter of 2022. Due to the program, seven designer-manufacturer partners were supported to combine their experiences and designer creativity in new
Technological time-travel with Apple in Warsaw
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Technological time-travel with Apple in Warsaw

Apple Museum Poland welcomes not only fans of the brand, but everyone interested in the development of digital technology. The exhibition features items of 1976, as well, so visitors can gain a close insight in the development and evolution of Apple products. The interactive exhibition includes audiovisual elements to help
Not only can we hear the music, but we can also see it in the Belgrade Concert Hall
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Not only can we hear the music, but we can also see it in the Belgrade Concert Hall

The British architectural firm AL_A is designing a unique concert hall in Belgrade, which will be covered with a canopy-like drapery that mirrors the movement of music. Designed by AL_A, the building will also house a 1600-seat performance hall, a stage, a concert hall and a creative hub.
Lunar rovers and astronauts: Hungarians in space at the Dreamers of Dreams 20 exhibition
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Lunar rovers and astronauts: Hungarians in space at the Dreamers of Dreams 20 exhibition

The International Day of Human Space Flight commemorates the first occasion when man ventured into space on the 12th of April in 1961. At the exhibition entitled Álmok álmodói 20 – Világraszóló magyarok, világformáló találmányok (Dreamers of Dreams 20—World-renowned Hungarians, world-shaping inventions), you can also discover the careers of Hungarian
Go green with home delivery in Budapest with TOURMIX
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Go green with home delivery in Budapest with TOURMIX

TOURMIX is a new startup in Budapest that aims to make home deliveries carbon neutral. They are doing this in partnership with local entrepreneurs. While online commerce is growing dynamically, more and more couriers and delivery cars are appearing in the city, adding to the already high carbon emissions, and
Poland Pavilion awarded at Expo 2020 Dubai
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Poland Pavilion awarded at Expo 2020 Dubai

Bureau International des Expositions awarded the Poland Pavilion at the Expo 2020 Dubai, designed by the Polish studio WXCA and the Swiss studio Bellprat Partner, with a silver medal. When designing the narrative of the Poland Pavilion and the exhibition scenario, the moto of Warsaw-based architecture firm WXCA and Swiss
The Hungarian Pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale
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The Hungarian Pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale

This year, the Hungarian Pavilion at the 59th Venice Biennale will feature an exhibition by Zsófia Keresztes, entitled After Dreams: I Dare to Defy the Damage. The exhibition seeks to explore the ambivalent relationship of past and present to the future and the stages of finding identity in four major
Polish Vogue came up with two very unexpected covers for April
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Polish Vogue came up with two very unexpected covers for April

One of the April covers of Vogue Polska is by Polish-Roma artist Małgorzata Mirga-Tas, who is representing Poland at this year’s Venice Biennale and who has been featured in our article. Vogue magazines have long been seen as “just” a fashion bible, but the issues published across the globe
Thirty international design brands, one apartment, endless possibilities: the Estorio showroom opens in Budapest
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Thirty international design brands, one apartment, endless possibilities: the Estorio showroom opens in Budapest

Interior designer Eszter Radnóczy and este’r partners studio have opened their first showroom under the name Estorio—home of designer brands: in the apartment on Dalszínház Street, overlooking the Opera House, more than thirty international design brands will be presented, brought together around a unique concept. The genre-defining showroom
Ukrainian women share their story at MOME
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Ukrainian women share their story at MOME

A month ago, MOME opened its doors to refugees fleeing from the war in Ukraine, and has hosted people with many different backgrounds since then. For the first time, some of the refugees, who have found a temporary home on campus, open up and share their story. On 24 March
Printa SS22’s Sentience collection invites us on an inner journey
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Printa SS22’s Sentience collection invites us on an inner journey

Printa SS22’s collection is defined by four different patterns, intuitively created by fashion designer Zita Majoros. This is how this emotion-driven collection was born, and it was exactly this instinctive creation process that made it so authentic. The Sentience items were designed for the Spring/Summer season, yet, their
Love your neighbors—old message and new look for one of the most popular street arts of Budapest
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Love your neighbors—old message and new look for one of the most popular street arts of Budapest

According to Banksy, “Graffiti is one of the few tools you have if you have almost nothing.” In a crisis like war, when we’re powerless and vulnerable, there are moments when art is the only way to reduce the overwhelming pressure of events. It is no coincidence that, following
Ukrainian photographer helps children's hospital in Kyiv by selling prints
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Ukrainian photographer helps children's hospital in Kyiv by selling prints

The New York-based Ukrainian photographer Sergiy Barchuk is selling his prints via his Instagram page. The initiative is raising funds for the Ohmatdyt Children’s Hospital in Kyiv. Although the photographer is currently living in the United States, his childhood memories and origins inspired him to support Ukraine in times
We can help Ukrainian refugees even by listening to music
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We can help Ukrainian refugees even by listening to music

Free Sequence label, led by Balázs Zságer and also known for its live act series, is now releasing the second volume of its Anthology series. They would like to offer all incomes of the compilation to the Maltese Charity Service to benefit Ukrainian refugees. Most of the selection features artists
Inspiration from an unexpected source: fashion dictator NBA players
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Inspiration from an unexpected source: fashion dictator NBA players

At this time of year, you’d think that you’d have to keep your eyes on the catwalks of the fashion weeks in New York, London, Milan and Paris to keep up with the latest trends and collections. However, following the amazing style of NBA players can be even
Russian architects condemn the invasion of Ukraine in an open letter
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Russian architects condemn the invasion of Ukraine in an open letter

More than 6,500 Russian architects, designers and urban planners have signed an open letter condemning the invasion of Ukraine and demanding an immediate end to the violent war. The letter states, among other things, that the invasion of Ukraine by Russian troops is unacceptable and stresses that “war cannot
Muuto introduces the sustainable version of the iconic Fiber Chair
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Muuto introduces the sustainable version of the iconic Fiber Chair

Danish furniture brand Muuto has unveiled its recycled plastic version of the Fiber Chair, designed by Copenhagen-based studio Iskos-Berlin. Muuto originally launched the popular chair in 2014, and its reintroduction is part of the drive to create more sustainable products using recycled raw materials. 80% of the plastic used is
Is it over for paper cranes?—Origami technique can help to build electric scooters
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Is it over for paper cranes?—Origami technique can help to build electric scooters

The idea of the “industrial origami” process was conceived by the founders of STILRIDE already in 2019 when they modeled their newly invented scooter design with the help of paper origami. Folding steel plates is certainly not a new idea when it comes to manufacturing, as it has been used
Jeff Koons used a BMW as his canvas this time
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Jeff Koons used a BMW as his canvas this time

Jeff Koons teamed up with BMW again, this time giving the M850i xDrive Gran Coupe an outstanding look. The special edition model takes hundreds of hours to paint, and the result looks like a lightning-fast vehicle rolled off the pages of a comic book. The German carmaker and the American
Handwritten jottings or digital notes in the cloud? No need to choose!
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Handwritten jottings or digital notes in the cloud? No need to choose!

Just as there is still a debate about whether a thick book or an e-book is the better solution, there is also a question as to whether handwritten thoughts in a notebook or digital notes stored in the cloud are more practical. Thanks to Moleskine’s solution, we no longer
A house that can be built in 24 hours? It exists!
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A house that can be built in 24 hours? It exists!

Anyone who has ever done a renovation, let alone a home construction project, probably thinks they’ve had enough for a lifetime. But what if we told you that it takes as little as 24 hours to build a cozy home? Topol-27, designed by Moscow-based architecture firm Bio Architects, offers
Unbuilt gems of Frank Lloyd Wright come to life in 3D
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Unbuilt gems of Frank Lloyd Wright come to life in 3D

More than half of the designs of Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the most prominent American architects of the 20th century, were never built in real life, but now Angi offers a solution to fill this gap. Some of the American architect’s houses have been brought to life using
Slovak flying car has been granted an airworthiness certificate
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Slovak flying car has been granted an airworthiness certificate

It looks like we will soon see flying cars in real life, not just in the movies. The AirCar, a convertible car-to-aircraft vehicle, has been granted an airworthiness certificate in Slovakia. The Slovak Transport Authority granted Klein Vision’s flying car an Airworthiness Certificate after the vehicle completed more than
A design studio opens a showroom in the metaverse
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A design studio opens a showroom in the metaverse

Architecture and interior design studio Roar has announced it is expanding its architecture and interior design business to the metaverse. The firm that is based in the United Arab Emirates is so serious about its plans that it has already purchased land in the virtual space for its new showroom.
Living the freedom | Short film presents the experimental exhibition of Anna Pakosz
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Living the freedom | Short film presents the experimental exhibition of Anna Pakosz

In early September, an extraordinary event allowed visitors to see the Szabadon nő (Freewoman / Growing free) exhibition by Anna Pakosz in Káptalantóti, as you could read about our experiences in this review. This time, Nowness published a video of the special occasion on its cover, presenting “the evening riddled with
Not just a background noise | The Hype&Hyper team's favorite podcasts
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Not just a background noise | The Hype&Hyper team's favorite podcasts

In the past few years, it seemed as though podcasts were sprouting out from the ground like mushrooms—and with the pandemic, the situation only escalated. Of course, this is something we can all benefit from, as there’s practically not a single topic that doesn’t already have its
What we’re watching | The Hype&Hyper team's favorite YouTube channels
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What we’re watching | The Hype&Hyper team's favorite YouTube channels

When we came up with the idea of sharing our favorite YouTube channels without defining a theme, we already knew that we’d definitely have a diverse selection. However, the channels we chose turned out to be even more varied and exciting than we anticipated, so we’re happy to
New York could be saved by expanding Manhattan
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New York could be saved by expanding Manhattan

The city that never sleeps, where dreams are supposed to come true, needs to solve two pressing problems as soon as possible. One is caused by the climate crisis and the other poses ever-looming problems for city dwellers due to population growth. These two issues could be solved simultaneously by
A dreamlike winter house in virtual space
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A dreamlike winter house in virtual space

Digital artist Andrés Reisinger and architect Alba de la Fuente have set the “Winter House” in a pink-hued virtual winter wonderland, a place where we would love to move into and escape the winter cold and the monotonous daily routine. While the snowy forest hideaway has many impressive details, it
Tivadar Csontváry-Kosztka's painting, Mysterious Island, set a new auction record in Hungary
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Tivadar Csontváry-Kosztka's painting, Mysterious Island, set a new auction record in Hungary

The last two years have transformed the domestic art trade, making hybrid auctions more commonplace and helping to broaden the collector base. The growing interest in contemporary art and the value growth of artworks is clearly demonstrated by the many lifetime records and the fact that the average price of
Millenáris opens a new interactive exhibition in February | Dreamers of Dreams 20
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Millenáris opens a new interactive exhibition in February | Dreamers of Dreams 20

Millenáris will celebrate Hungarian genius and scientific milestones with a spectacular exhibition in 2022. Opening in February, the exhibition entitled Álmok álmodói 20 – Világraszóló magyarok, világformáló találmányok (Dreamers of Dreams 20—World-renowned Hungarians, world-shaping inventions) will bring visitors closer to Hungarian achievements that have made a difference on a global
MOME launches master’s degree programs in English
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MOME launches master’s degree programs in English

The Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME) is launching full-time master’s degree programs in English. The first English language master’s degree programs at the institution will be Photography and Interaction design. Until April 2022, MOME will promote the new master’s degree programs in the region through
A pleasure to write, a pleasure to read | Favorite articles from the Hype&Hyper team—Part 3
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A pleasure to write, a pleasure to read | Favorite articles from the Hype&Hyper team—Part 3

A good topic is essential for good writing, but it also requires a lot of research, creativity, determination, and, of course, teamwork. After all, you need to find that exciting topic, often need to “hunt down” interview subjects, you need beautiful photos, creative and unique illustrations, and so many other
A pleasure to write, a pleasure to read | Favorite articles from the Hype&Hyper team—Part 2
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A pleasure to write, a pleasure to read | Favorite articles from the Hype&Hyper team—Part 2

A good topic is essential for good writing, but it also requires a lot of research, creativity, determination, and, of course, teamwork. After all, you need to find that exciting topic, often need to “hunt down” interview subjects, you need beautiful photos, creative and unique illustrations, and so many other
A pleasure to write, a pleasure to read | Favorite articles from the Hype&Hyper team—Part 1
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A pleasure to write, a pleasure to read | Favorite articles from the Hype&Hyper team—Part 1

A good topic is essential for a good article, but it also requires a lot of research, creativity, determination and, of course, teamwork. After all, that particular exciting topic needs to be recognized first, interviewees often have to be “hunted down”, beautiful photos, creative and unique illustrations and many more
More than just stories under the tree | Hype&Hyper book reviews
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More than just stories under the tree | Hype&Hyper book reviews

With very little time left of the end-of-year rush, we can soon slow down a bit and make time for things we’ve been putting off all year. This could be reading an exciting or enlightening, entertaining or even life-changing story, so the team at Hype&Hyper are now recommending
Londoners can recharge their batteries in a thatched library
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Londoners can recharge their batteries in a thatched library

Caukin Studio has created a pop-up library with a thatched roof and tropical interior, all this, in East London. The installation aims to provide a private space for people to read or journal in the hustle and bustle of the city, thus raising awareness of mental health. Visitors to Spitalfields
Is there Christmas without Kevin? | Hype&Hyper Holiday Movie Guide
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Is there Christmas without Kevin? | Hype&Hyper Holiday Movie Guide

Those who are a bit more critical of the subject say that if you’ve seen at least one Christmas movie, you’ve seen them all. However, the Hype&Hyper team tried to interpret the theme of holiday films as broadly as possible, making crime, fairytale, classic, comedy and even
From the Nutcracker to a walk through the forest | Hype&Hyper Xmas program guide
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From the Nutcracker to a walk through the forest | Hype&Hyper Xmas program guide

At the end of December, we’re all somewhere between the mad rush and the almost obligatory slowing down, but thankfully this is also the time to finally take some time for family, friends and, not least, ourselves. The Hype&Hyper team has brought you some activities to get you
4 + 1 delicious and smart Christmas gifts to put under the tree
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4 + 1 delicious and smart Christmas gifts to put under the tree

Long gone are the days of embarrassing gifts of socks and seasonal mugs. If you like to surprise and delight your family, loved ones and friends, then it’s worth going for something a little more personal to ensure a heartfelt smile. Following this line of thought, you practically can’
Gastronomy and art— A third Sphinx is guarding the Opera
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Gastronomy and art— A third Sphinx is guarding the Opera

There’s a sort of fascinating charm when the idea of a gin distilled in a kitchen, partly “for fun” and partly out of curiosity, evolves over a few years into the opening of a bar on Andrassy Avenue. The story of the First Hungarian Gin Manufactory began five years
Small accessories, big help from Microsoft
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Small accessories, big help from Microsoft

Microsoft is making products more user-friendly for the visually impaired with small but useful accessories that will make it easier to navigate the keyboard and find the various plug-in ports on laptops. Most people probably wouldn’t be able to list from memory where and what inputs are on their
Lego fans can build the room of their dreams
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Lego fans can build the room of their dreams

There are things in life that you are never too old to do. One of these is playing with Lego, especially when our favorite building blocks become home furnishings, to top it all, made of wood! Made in collaboration with the Danish brand Room Copenhagen, the pieces not only bring
Flying cars could be a part of the very near future already
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Flying cars could be a part of the very near future already

If we take the movies Back to the Future or Blade Runner, it should have been a natural part of our daily routine some time ago that we would use flying vehicles to cover even the smallest distances. Well, contrary to the predictions of the screenwriters, it seems that this
Nature and technology merge together in the new Burberry installation
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Nature and technology merge together in the new Burberry installation

Although you might think that the big luxury brands can always feel in the saddle because they have decades of tradition, but they also need to keep coming up with something that goes beyond fashion and combines artistic concepts to keep the fashion world interested. This time Burberry has caught
Hungarian talent attracted great interest in Dubai
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Hungarian talent attracted great interest in Dubai

The Hungarian Fashion & Design Agency drew attention to the talents of the Hungarian creative industry in Dubai with a Creative Week and the Hungarian Pavilion realized by Expo 2020 Hungary. At the Budapest Select Fashion Show, seven Hungarian designers presented their collections and, thanks to the great success, received concrete
Spirituality and teamwork behind Leo Bistro’s new cocktails
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Spirituality and teamwork behind Leo Bistro’s new cocktails

It is always a question, why do we visit a particular restaurant or why do we return to it, even multiple times? What is it that can really fascinate and captivate guests? Is it the interior and the design, the service or simply the flavors and aromas? Perhaps the closest
From classic to cosmic—Polish armchairs we would love to take home anytime
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From classic to cosmic—Polish armchairs we would love to take home anytime

Marta Adamczak, the designer at Kosmiko Studio, gives a new look and thus a second chance to otherwise disused furniture by refurbishing old armchairs. The scrapped armchairs retain their function but take on a completely fresh character. Thus, their new owners can take home a piece of the design gems
The speculation continues—How will the long-awaited Apple Car look?
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The speculation continues—How will the long-awaited Apple Car look?

It’s hard to say how long the world is been waiting for the unveiling of the Apple Car because, since the big announcement, the brand has only been releasing bits and pieces of information, while tech gurus and car enthusiasts have been on pins and needles—seemingly to no
Exciting and sustainable—chairs made from yoghurt cups
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Exciting and sustainable—chairs made from yoghurt cups

Most people can probably say they have eaten a yogurt while sitting on a chair, but thanks to a development by Delo in St Petersburg, we can now do it on a seat made from yoghurt cups, which makes the experience even more interesting. Founded in 2020, the company’s
You can work from the middle of the forest in the comfort of your Canoo electric pickup
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You can work from the middle of the forest in the comfort of your Canoo electric pickup

Asides from stereotypes, sales figures also suggest that the pickup is part of the American dream, so it’s no surprise that the overseas automotive startup Canoo has designed an all-electric version of the popular model with exciting extras. In addition to its streamlined appearance, exciting and useful features such
Hungarian designers are invited to apply for the 2022 Maison&Objet trade fair
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Hungarian designers are invited to apply for the 2022 Maison&Objet trade fair

In January 2022, the Hungarian Fashion and Design Agency will again offer selected Hungarian designers the opportunity to present themselves at the Maison&Objet trade fair at the unified Budapest Select stand. It is a great professional opportunity for Hungarian designers to participate in one of the world’s biggest
Hungarian design—10+1 experiments | Hungarian design then and now
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Hungarian design—10+1 experiments | Hungarian design then and now

Within the framework of a university course, students of MOME undertook to translate the theme and questions of the “Magyar design – 10+1 kísérlet” (Hungarian design—10+1 experiments) exhibition initiated as a problem identification by Mihály Pohárnok in 1972, into the present day. The exhibition, launched in the 1970s,
You can have a comfy sleep anywhere with Renault's new concept car
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You can have a comfy sleep anywhere with Renault's new concept car

French designer Mathieu Lehanneur has reimagined one of Renault’s most iconic cars, the 4L, to create Suite N°4. A concept car that looks not only stylish but also especially comfortable, we could happily spend a night under the stars in it and would certainly wake up feeling refreshed.
Animated short film about the legendary boxer Laci Papp wins award
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Animated short film about the legendary boxer Laci Papp wins award

The Cinemira KIDS International Children’s Film Festival, featuring a wide range of sold-out events, closed with an awards ceremony over the weekend. The Golden Squirrel Award for the Best Short Film for Children from Hungary went to the animation entitled Papp Laci, directed by Ervin B. Nagy. The Cinemira
The winners of the PLY DESIGN HOUSE design contest received their awards
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The winners of the PLY DESIGN HOUSE design contest received their awards

Plydesign’s PLY DESIGN HOUSE design contest closed after a final round of one and a half months of product development and personal consultations, and the winners were announced at an award ceremony on 15 October. The consultations were based on technological feasibility, design and layout, as well as market,
We can also recharge our headphones in the sun alongside our vitamin D supplies
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We can also recharge our headphones in the sun alongside our vitamin D supplies

We just have said goodbye to the problem of tangled wires, as Bluetooth headphones have brought us a new solution, but now we have to worry about the charge level of yet another device. But there seems to be a solution to this problem too! Urbanista’s innovative ‘Los Angeles’
NINE’s | Polish football star opens restaurant in Warsaw
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NINE’s | Polish football star opens restaurant in Warsaw

The Polish star striker Robert Lewandowski’s sports bar and restaurant has opened in Warsaw. It comes as no surprise to anyone that most football events can be followed on screens at the place of the Bayern Munich player, but what’s even more interesting is that the kitchen serves
Lots of good furniture fits even a small space | Robotized furniture in Harlem
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Lots of good furniture fits even a small space | Robotized furniture in Harlem

When thinking of New York, the first things that come to mind about Harlem are perhaps not the unique architectural solutions, but it’s no longer just Manhattan and Brooklyn that have surprises in store for design lovers. The apartments in this building, designed and built by the Bjarke Ingels
Instead of a galaxy far, far away, Florida: the Star Wars hotel opens next year
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Instead of a galaxy far, far away, Florida: the Star Wars hotel opens next year

If you want to spend a night on the Galactic Starcruiser, you don’t have to travel to a galaxy far, far away, just to Florida. In March 2022, the fully Star Wars-themed hotel will open to the public at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. Hotel guests can take
HARMÓNIA | Nanushka's new collection debuts with the brand's first short film
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HARMÓNIA | Nanushka's new collection debuts with the brand's first short film

The worldwide known Hungarian brand Nanushka presents its first short film of the Spring/Summer 2022 collection in collaboration with NOWNESS and director Isaac Lock. HARMÓNIA (HARMONY) takes viewers on a casting that greatly reflects how following orders, living up to expectations and self-expression are all intertwined. The short film
Even skyscrapers have something new to offer
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Even skyscrapers have something new to offer

From the end of October, New York’s latest attraction at the top of the One Vanderbilt skyscraper will offer visitors views and experiences, unlike anything that tourists or residents of the never-sleeping city have ever experienced before. Probably the first thing that comes to people’s mind when they
Bye-bye, spilled food—Uber solves the most annoying delivery problem
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Bye-bye, spilled food—Uber solves the most annoying delivery problem

One of our big fears when ordering food is that it will be cold by the time the delivery man gets to our door, and another is that a large part of our lunch or dinner will end up outside the box. The latter is usually solved by most restaurants
Future meets tradition | The symbol of Venice reimagined
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Future meets tradition | The symbol of Venice reimagined

It would be pretty hard to find anyone who wouldn’t think about gondolas first when thinking about Venice. Marco Balich, the designer who created the famous Tree of Life at Expo 2015, asked Philippe Starck to reimagine one of the most iconic symbols of Italian beauty and heritage. The
Oriental-inspired Pink Moon rug by Wendy Morrison at S/ALON BUDAPEST
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Oriental-inspired Pink Moon rug by Wendy Morrison at S/ALON BUDAPEST

This year, the S/ALON BUDAPEST Interior Design Fair will take place between 24-26 September, transforming the Budapest Arena again into a contiguous exhibition space for three days. Visitors will get to admire one of Wendy Morrison’s stunning creations, the Pink Moon, which the Scottish artist offered to the