Monthly archives:February 2010

New Monopoly Game Design - Does it Deliver or Disappoint?

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We don't normally blog about the designs of board games, but since Monopoly is the most famous board game of all time and has somewhat its root in different real estate "properties" we thought we would use it as a perfect way to start the weekend. This new version of Monopoly is a special 75th anniversary version of the game and includes a number of interes[...]

Designer Fireplaces Just in Time for Epic Snowstorm

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As the Eastern US braces for what some news outlets are calling "Snowmageddon" and a "Snowpocalypse" people are going to be looking for ways to enjoy their dwellings, while staying warm. We thought what better way to stay cozy during this weekend's snowstorm than enjoying one of these amazing fireplaces?!?! Click any image to view a larger version. - The Z[...]

Swiss Engineering with Italian Style

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Widely recognized as the most innovative structural designers in the world, the Swiss revolutionized the engineering field by creating new forms that integrated technology and aesthetics. The art of Swiss engineering lies in seamless precision: combining the methodical, the understated and the efficient, to create functional, cutting-edge designs. Fuse the a[...]