Kaleidoscopic rooftop installation shows Paris from a different perspective

Studio Other Spaces has completed its latest project above the rooftops of Paris. The Seeing City project occupies the top two floors of Préfecture de Paris, offering visitors an immersive architectural experience amid the skyline of Paris

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Marine Life Institute forms oversized “coral reef” on the Red Sea coast

As part of an effort to turn Saudi Arabia into a world-leading tourist destination, work is underway on a striking marine center on the Red Sea coast that will be shaped like coral and feature interactive exhibits, including an artificial coral reef.

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Rustic weekend retreat embraces stunning views with greenhouse roof

Sigurd Larsen offers an interesting take on a glass house with Das Glashaus, which features a standard lower floor to provide the privacy of a brick-and-mortar home, but its roof is transparent, creating an interesting light-filled space above.

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George Lucas’ ambitious Museum of Narrative Art set for 2025 opening

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art has undergone as many twists and turns as a Hollywood script since it was unveiled in 2014. Having missed its planned 2021 completion date, the ambitious project is now set for a 2025 opening.

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MQ3 keyring flashlight features a quick-release magnetic base

While there are now quite a few mini keyring flashlights on the market, most of them have to be held along with the keys when in use. YSMART London's MQ3 is different, in that it magnetically – and quickly – pops on and off of a keyring-mounted base.

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MIT tech could keep items cool without using any electricity

In some of the world's hottest countries, where cooling systems are most needed, the infrastructure required to power such setups is often lacking. A new system could help, as it provides multiple cooling effects but uses no electricity.

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Peloton looks to motivate with premium-priced home rowing machine

Keeping fit indoors can be a challenge, though the challenge with many home fitness devices is maintaining motivation. So-called smart rowing machines can help keep you engaged, and Peloton has now put its long-rumored Row up for pre-order.

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Gravity defying spa turns a mountain village on its head

NOA has created an eye-catching swimming pool and sauna extension to an existing hotel in South Tyrol, Italy. The project takes the form of a mountainside village made up of several huts, including some that have been turned upside down.

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Forma Campers reshapes the teardrop trailer into spacious origami

Forma Campers has rolled out what we can only call an origami-drop, a uniquely creased small trailer set up like a teardrop. Its spacious interior and large gullwing door create a base camp that's ideal for dining, working remotely and enjoying a view.

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Outisan e-Wagon uses motor-assist to make hauling less galling

Putting heavy gear in a wagon definitely makes it easier to transport, but the load can still be difficult to pull – particularly going uphill. That's where the e-Wagon is designed to come in, as it features electric motors for easier hauling.

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