If you’re thinking about buying a used car, odds are good that you’re already sweating the salespeople, the hassle, the expense, the worry, and the potential buyer’s remorse that comes from getting a secondhand vehicle. It shouldn’t be that way. We believe that buying a used car should be fun, breezy, and exciting. You should be able to have fun doing it, get the deal you want, and a car you love....
Are you looking for inspiration to heal, move on, and let go of the past and everything that’s holding you back? Well, we’ve compiled 73 inspirational and wise forgiveness quotes to help inspire you to choose to have a forgiving heart . View in gallery Forgiveness doesn’t mean you’re okay with the wrong things they did. It doesn’t mean that you’ll forget their wrongdoings. And it certainly doesn’t have to mean reconciliation....
This home is a little slice of historically-inspired heaven in Ho Chi Minh City. The Saigon House by a21studio occupies a sliver of a plot, a tight alley between two buildings that measures just 10 feet wide. In essence, its a collection of urban huts under a canopy that create one large, unique home. It’s a work of architectural art inspired by the traditional design of Vietnam. “It eschews any elements of futurism to pay homage to Vietnamese design, and it does so with unwavering certainty....
Most call center designs leave a lot to be desired. Investments in workplace culture and visual appeal are rarely a priority, but things are different at Airbnb. The new Airbnb Portland office design is one of the freshest, most inspiring call center designs we’ve ever seen. It’s a warm, welcoming environment that is likely to pay off in both the productivity and workplace happiness of Airbnb employees. The Airbnb Portland office is a design collaboration by Aaron Taylor Harvey and Rachael Yu....
Saunas are not a modern invention. People have enjoyed their warmth for more than one thousand years. If it’s finally time for you to bring this warmth home, we understand that you may have some questions. That is why we put up this article. View in gallery Saunas have been a part of many cultures in Northern Europe for millennia. Today, they are popular in almost every corner of the world and are praised for relaxing muscles, improving circulation, and detoxifying the body....
Tired of the trial and error involved in finding the best super glue ? Your search ends here! Today, we’re reviewing the top 7 strongest glue for household repairs. View in gallery Did you know that Dr. Harry Coover accidentally invented super glue while working on plastic gun sights during WWII? What’s more, it took nine whole years for its inventor to rediscover its fast-bonding properties, along with its commercial benefit....
View in gallery Most days, we don’t think about our feet . That is, until the seasons change and our favorite shoes leave us feeling damp, turning every step into a soggy nightmare. Soaked socks, toes that never dry, and a cold that creeps up our legs are the inevitable result of not having a pair of quality waterproof boots in your closet. But, hopefully, that ends today! Below, we’re taking a quick look through some of the best waterproof work boots, hiking boots, and even fashion boots....
View in gallery The tech in this next gen bicycle is as futuristic as its visual appeal. The BME X-9 Nighthawk Bicycle by Brano Meres is an all-black, angular cycle that is styled for the city rider of 2013 and beyond. The Nighthawk features a lightweight frame constructed of aramid honeycomb that is then sealed in a carbon fiber skin. This light-as-a-feather, stiff-as-a-board approach makes for an efficient ride– just a few revolutions and you’re at full speed, ready to coast through the next green light....
A surefire way to know how solid your friendship is with someone is to hit them with a few good roasts. Today, we help you tailor your verbal devastation with 90 good roasts to leave your friends (and your haters) in tatters. View in gallery Here’s the beauty of brutal honesty: If you can both give it and take it, then you know that friendship is solid as a rock. You can give the middle finger to social convention because taking the piss out of each other in creative ways is the real test of a good friend....
View in gallery Elle Belgium will feature model Camille Rowe in a fun and flirty photoshoot by fashion photographer Matt Jones . The feature exhibits Rowe in casual Summer fashions with flowing skirts, cut off shorts, loose tops and tennis shoes. The images are packed full of color and playfulness with no room for serious faces while Rowe is set free to gallivant around run down car lots, hotels and circus tents....
Bean Town is where only Olympic-level drinkers go to celebrate. Outside of New Orleans, nowhere is drunker or has a better bar scene than Boston. The deep Irish roots pervade the culture of the city, offering up a mixture of fine pints, ales, beers , and lagers, along with whiskies that won’t just put you under the table, but into the hospital. In this drinker’s paradise, this booze-hound’s garden of Eden, you can find any number of dives, but when you want to day drink and enjoy a little fresh air, a roof is the place to wet your whistle....
Ethics, social justice, religion, good vs. evil, policy, gender and gender roles, human nature, and death aren’t necessarily fun topics. Granted, every stand-up comic makes them that way, but a frank discussion about outlook can quickly degrade to yelling…or gunplay. Even when the topic is enjoyable, most philosophers take the Nietzschean path of writing in dull, convoluted, contradictory ways, then growing insane facial hair . They use fifteen words where one would suffice, and stroke their ego as much as impart information....
In a world where the most serious hog rider or Ducati jockey can find any helmet they want with just a few mouse clicks, an increasing number of people are showing their love of the retro-world by selecting helmets from the bygone days of motorcycling. Each one of these throwback hard-tops is not only a stylish piece of the past, but many manufacturers are using older styles to craft new helmets that have a look reminiscent of any era, from the swingin’ ‘60’s, to the patriotic days of The Great War, or driven by the opulent flash of the greed-fueled Reagan era....
View in gallery A slim, four-story single-family home rises between the residential towers of modern Tokyo. The Highrise House and Garden by Ryue Nishizawa consists of four stories of concrete slab bases with beam supports and floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The curtains that provide privacy to the home’s occupants are a collection of lush plants, trees and potted shrubs that give a natural balance to the urban environment. Each floor provides a different kind of space, from bedrooms to living rooms to private work spaces and places of relaxation....
If you’ve ever wondered how high the resolution of digital photography can go, wonder no more. The Phase One Alpa A280 Camera System is a new leader of the pack from Phase One , offering a massive 80 megapixel resolution to digital photographers. That’s nearly three times the resolution of a full frame DSLR, joining only a handful of medium format systems to hit 80MP territory. It’s elegant, it’s powerful, it’s flexible — and it’ll cost you about the same as a brand new luxury car....
Western culture has relegated animation to the world of children’s entertainment and adult humor. Unfortunately, however, these designations have closed many people off to the genre. Moreover, this rich world has, been condensed down, by many, to nothing more than cartoon status. Yet, the wonders of Japanese anime are clear for everyone. For those interested in learning about its rich history and impact on society, there is much to be learned....
Japanese building regulations prohibit the use of shipping containers for permanent structures, but the architect Tomokazu Hayakawa went ahead anyway with CC4441 , a new office and art exhibit space in Tokyo. Located in the backstreets of Torigoe, an area with a burgeoning art scene, the containers sidestep the law thanks to the fact they are wrapped around an internal wood frame. Constructed from two containers, one of which has been cut in half and features plenty of white walls for exhibits, and another that features an interior overflowing with contemporary design....
Steaklocker – I’ll admit, dry aging techniques for steak have always escaped me. To me, it’s a process that’s more or less limited to professional chefs and butchers. Me, I’m usually just content with buying a steak that’s been pre-aged to whatever point I feel is best. Sure, the dry-aged steaks are significantly more expensive, but it’s a price most people are willing to pay for the taste. After all, it’s pretty much impossible for the average consumer to safely dry-age their steaks....
Warm weather beckons us outside to enjoy the farmer’s markets, the ocean breeze, and swimsuit season, but spending your time either stuffed into a car or plodding along the hot streets of your hometown are both unappealing prospects. You need to find yourself a conveyance that will put the wind in your hair and the sunshine on your shoulder, without requiring too much work on your part, unless you feel like turning up the time trials of the day....
Tired of having a poor-quality bag to keep your workout gear in? Maybe it’s time to invest in a new bag. Keep reading to look at some of the best gym bags on the market. View in gallery Going to the gym can feel bloody impossible. First, you must find a place that meets the most stringent requirements. Namely: The right atmosphere. Because nothing makes you want to skip leg day more than a gym that smells like old socks....
