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How one tree grows 40 different kinds of fruit | Sam Van Aken

Posted on October 8, 2019 by

Artist Sam Van Aken shares the breathtaking work behind the “Tree of 40 Fruit,” an ongoing series of hybridized fruit trees that grow 40 different varieties of peaches, plums, apricots, nectarines and cherries — all on the same tree. What … Continue reading →

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Living Afloat On Man-Made Islands

Posted on October 8, 2019 by

Lake Titicaca in Peru is a lagoon made up of approximately 70 man-made islands. The central island serves as a hub, home to over 500 residents. Living afloat isn’t for everyone, but the Uros, a small South American tribe, have … Continue reading →

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The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction

Posted on October 6, 2019 by

United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction The Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, adopted in March 2015, was the first of four agreements approved by the international community in 2015 with the overall aim of making development more sustainable … Continue reading →

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Die Welt steht Kopf – Das Toppels Haus in Wertheim gefilmt in 4K

Posted on October 4, 2019 by

nga1121997 Das Toppels Haus an der Autobahn A3 bei Wertheim ist ein absoluter Hingucker. Denn alles steht hier Kopf, Alles, Außen wie Innen! Hier einige Außenaufnahmen, die Lust auf mehr machen. Leider war keine Zeit für mehr, so wurde das … Continue reading →

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How To Build A Chicken | Puppet inspiration | Burning man art, Steampunk animals, Recycled art

Posted on October 1, 2019 by

Pamela Madore How to build a chicken. Keller Williams Realty http://pinkhouseteam.com If you can dream it you can build it Source: How To Build A Chicken | Puppet inspiration | Burning man art, Steampunk animals, Recycled art

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The New Alchemists: could the past hold the key to sustainable living?

Posted on October 1, 2019 by

It’s 50 years since the New Alchemy Institute created its ‘living machine’ – a research project of organic farming, renewable energy and sustainable architecture. Did these eco pioneers design a blueprint for our future? n 1982, Richard Buckminster Fuller visited the New Alchemy … Continue reading →

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Pathological power: the danger of governments led by narcissists and psychopaths

Posted on September 29, 2019 by

The risk of “pathocracy” is always close. And once entrenched, difficult to dislodge. Source: Pathological power: the danger of governments led by narcissists and psychopaths

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The Twist: A New Gallery in Kistefos Sculpture Park Connects Two River Banks

Posted on September 25, 2019 by

A sinuous new gallery and bridge reaches across the Randselva River in Jevnaker, Norway. Designed by Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), the aluminum-clad structure joins north and south river fronts on the campus of Kistefos Sculpture Park. 15,000 square feet of … Continue reading →

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Electric VW Beetle | Fully Charged

Posted on September 23, 2019 by

fullychargedshow A glorious drive through glorious Welsh countryside in a classic VW Beetle, that’s also a really impressive electric car. For more information about these fantastic electric classic cars, go to: http://www.electricclassiccars.co.uk/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/bobbyllew

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Steampunk | SoomeenHahm Design – Archilovers

Posted on September 23, 2019 by

The structure is built from steam bent timber elements, using traditional crafting techniques and analogue tools augmented with the precision of holographic guides. The elements were prefabricated and assembled following holographic construction information viewed in augmented reality through Microsoft Hololens. … Continue reading →

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