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When Apple announced that it was going to kill the headphone jack, it seemed to most industry experts like a cheap way to force users to buy special Lightening connectors, 3.5,, adapters, or purchase the laughable, terrible AirPods that Apple designed. Time proved that was exactly what Apple was doing, but it also marked a moment in wireless technology when Bluetooth headphones could reasonably compare to many wired models, particularly for casual, mobile listening....

A warehouse might not sound like the best place to raise a family, but Japanese architects Airhouse Design Office have managed to create an open-plan paradise complete with white walls and wooden finishes . A standout feature of the home is a large white box that not only breaks up the space and doubles as a loft, but hides a selection of private rooms inside. Located in Yoro, a small town in Gifu Prefecture, the apartment has been fitted with a huge kitchen that would make anyone with a love of cooking jealous....

If you need a new pair of work boots, this is the guide for you. Whether you work as a plumber, a scaffolder, a builder, a laborer, or just want to get stuck into some DIY at home, a good pair of work boots is one of the most important things you can buy. Everyone is looking for something different from their boots. Some want comfort, while others need strength, and waterproofing is a prized quality too....

View in gallery The Portland-based artist Jim Kazanjian is at once a photographer and a creator of worlds, a master of the collage and the imaginary landscape. His images are woven from hundreds of real life photographs of nature, of architecture and landscapes that are intricately woven together to yield an entirely new world. New structures rise out of dangerous environments that do not appear to be physically possible, but look to be real nonetheless....

View in gallery Say what you will, sneaker fans, but the ol’ classic Chuck Taylors will never die. Whether you rocked the classic blacks or you’ve got your paws on a fresh remix, it’s likely you’ve got a pair yourself. Either way, you’ll want to take note of these new kicks. Converse and Woolrich have teamed up to design a woolen flanel Chuck for a limited edition All Star collection....

View in gallery 10 Simple Steps to a More Enriched Life | Here on TheCoolist, I tend to focus a lot on futurism, on the cutting edge of design, lifestyle and technology. Yet there are some core disciplines in my own life that are a lot more traditional that I wouldn’t want to live without. A love of wine, of keeping a garden, of cycling and cooking– these are old world values that span generations and in some cases, millenia....

View in gallery Fans of the Ferrari motorsports brand will soon have a world class destination for the Ferrari experience. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is nearing completion on the largest indoor theme park in the world. Inspired by the double curve side profile of the classic Ferrari GT, this bright red architectural gem will bare a Ferrari logo stretching 215 feet in diameter, also the largest in the world. Indoors and out, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will feature 20 rides and attractions including the world’s fastest roller coaster....

View in gallery The 50mm lens is often the most adored lens by travel, street, food and fashion photographers from around the world. The “nifty fifty” produces an almost unmatched image quality, a smooth background blur and a sense of intimacy with the subject. It’s the lens that opens the world of photography to beginners, and we’re going to explore why. Join TheCoolist’s Seamus Payne on a travel editorial that shows off the Canon EF 50mm f/1....

View in gallery Glass Buildings – The transparent, ethereal nature of glass allows for extraordinary creations in the world of architecture. From a crystalline pyramid of light to a clear balcony 1,300 feet in the sky, glass is truly a versatile material for the creative architect. To celebrate how important glass is to our homes, offices and lives, here is a look at the world’s glass building masterpieces: 15 creative uses of glass in architecture....

View in gallery The House on Pali Hill designed by Studio Mumbai Architects is a small sanctuary in the urban setting of Bandra, Maharashtra, India. Surrounded by trees, the multilevel home consists of floating stairs cases and long windows that encourage natural light to brighten the interior of the home. The central focal point of the home is the open courtyard that sits in the middle of the home and is equipped with a garden and small pond....

A house is not a home until you’ve infused it with personal touches that weave your identity into its walls. Turning a house into a home demands patience since it takes time for your personality to make a mark on its structure and permeate its living spaces. Your home is an important part of your lifestyle, well-being, and identity. Consider using the ten strategies below to give your dwelling that sense of comfort, security, and belonging that we associate with the concept of “home....

It’s one thing to look up and admire the trees around you, but it’s something else to walk amongst them 59 feet up in the air. Kew Gardens ‘ Tree Top Walkway is a unique experience that not only offers beautiful view of the surrounding landscape, but also teaches people about the vital role that trees serve on our planet. Designed by Marks Barfield Architects , they took great care to blend the walkway amongst the trees and reduce its overall environmental impact....

View in gallery The good people over at We-Are.at have dug up a collection of light painting works from late 2008 by Lichtfaktor , a team of brilliant German light painters. This collection of London Light Graffiti is truly wondrous, exhibiting twisting ribbons of multi-colored light that dance around the night time cityscape. As amateur light painters ourselves, it is nearly incomprehensible how Lichtfaktor does what it does– their technique is extraordinary in itself....

Finding a good party can be tough. One is too loud, the other doesn’t have any decent booze, down the street is a sausage fest , and you’re already too high to have any fun with the people playing board games. We’ve all had that conundrum, where we want some good, pure fun and yet all we get are overrated, mediocre pretenders. The exact same thing can happen when you go on vacation....

View in gallery The two greatest criticisms of wind power farms are their construction costs and the visual drain they pose on otherwise natural environments. Suppose, however, there was a way to cut building costs by using existing infrastructure– and to add these eyesores to existing eyesores. A group of enterprising, eco-conscious thinkers have dreamed up a plan where existing electricity towers are used as wind power sources. The “Wind It” project by Nicola Delon, Julien Choppin, and Raphael Menard proposes a string of the tower-ported wind turbines to be placed in wind-sensitive areas, then feeding this freely-generated power directly back into the grid....

View in gallery Nikon D3S Sample Photos – When it comes to high speed, low light photography, a camera’s megapixel rating isn’t its most vital statistic. Modern digital cameras use sensors that respond to light at different speeds and qualities– and this is measured using the ISO setting. The higher the ISO setting, the more sensitive the camera’s sensor is to light, and the lower the quality of the final image....

View in gallery Since the inception of computer-based music production, the creation of sound has become a visual undertaking. With the release of the Novation LaunchPad Music Control Surface, making music just got a whole lot prettier– and easier to control. The Novation LaunchPad was designed to interface with the Ableton Live music production software, the tool of choice of electronic music producers and other computer-assisted artists. This device allows its users to cue, control and modulate the sound, synth, sample and effect units in Ableton Live’s music environment....

View in gallery The Ranco House by Elton+Leniz Architecture integrates its bold and noble design with its existing Southern Chile landscape. A glass walkway connects two distinct sectors of the home accommodating the surrounding natural greenery. Built upon uneven terrain, the home is constructed in multiple levels which work with its geometric nature to give the residence its contemporary aesthetic. Deep tones and colors create a camouflage with lush natural surroundings....

View in gallery If you’ve spent any time in a harbor, you’ve noticed one fateful failure: most yachts lack any semblance of uniqueness. While the sea may be filled with countless cookie-cutter ships, there are some designs that stand out strongly. To celebrate the works of today’s greatest boat designers, here is a list of 10 yachts that truly push the cutting edge of sea-faring design. The Solar Sailor Sun-Powered Catamaran View in gallery...

View in gallery If you suffer from vertigo, you might want to consider hitting your browser’s back button… This stunning, scary collection of “Skywalking Photography” shows a duo of daredevils high above their native Russian soil. They scale construction cranes, church steeples, radio towers, skyscrapers and more, inserting themselves in these unique portraits. These images are not only daring in production, they’re photographically artful in execution. This is more than just the work of two daring individuals, it is the work of two gifted photographers who will conquer just bout any fear to get the perfect shot....