In “Fitting,” filmmaker Caitlin McMullan shares a sensitive moment at a medical office. Sitting on an exam table, she chats with Alison Morton, who carefully molds a cast around McMullan’s thigh and knee to create a prosthetic. The short film follows the pair, focusing the lens on the lower appendages as Morton measures, molds, and…
Print Your Own Postcards and Miniature Woodcuts with This Tabletop Printing Press
Cologne-based designers Martin Schneider and Dominik Schmitz of the Open Press Project are back with a new design that scales up miniature printmaking. Currently funding on Kickstarter, The Postcard Printing Press is the largest miniature model the duo have created so far, although it still fits on the palm of a hand and can be neatly…
A Hooded Bronze Figure Sends Rainbows Wafting Across the River Enz
A bronze, elf-like figure sits at the edge of the River Enz in Germany, waiting to greet passersby with delightful arcs of color. The mysterious form, installed as part of Ornamenta 2024, was conceived by Veronika Sedlmair and Brynjar Sigurðarson over three years. The Iceland and Germany-based creative duo, a.k.a. Studio Brynjar & Veronika, has…
Bathroom Cleaning Tips and Tricks You’ll Wish You Knew
Regular bathroom cleaning is necessary to eliminate grime, bacteria, and mold. Clean bathrooms smell better. Bathrooms are used regularly by a number of people–some of whom may leave it messy. Bathrooms are full of hard-to-clean fixtures like faucets, toilets, drains, mirrors, and vanities. Use some of these tips and tricks to make the job easier…
Looking Sharp: Twin Gables Invite Light and Nature Indoors at This Destination Coffee Shop
In the beachside town of Chonburi, Thailand, a slithering, twin-gabled building takes shape in a grove of trees. Home to a coffee shop called Harudot, the design is the fruit of a collaboration between a coffee roaster and a landlord who sells exotic plants. IDIN Architects conceived of a building that merged form and function,…
Mistakes To Avoid When Cleaning Your Shower
Cleaning the shower is no one’s idea of a fun time–but making cleaning mistakes is worse. Missing or avoiding small chores eventually leads to bigger problems like mold, mildew, leaks, and repairs. Cover all your bases with these tips. Not Turning On the Fan Bathroom exhaust fans are a big aid to shower cleaning. The…
Update Your House With a Colorful Bathroom: Tips and Tricks to Nail the Style
Colorful bathrooms are making a vibrant comeback in modern interior design, transforming these out of the way rooms into lively and stylish sanctuaries. Today’s bathrooms are moving away from the neutral and monochromatic looks of the past, instead embracing striking patterns and bold colors. This color resurgence is a variation on past colorful styles, allowing…
Easy Ideas for Updating an Outdated Bathroom Without Spending a Fortune
Giving your bathroom a new look does not have to cost a fortune. There are numerous, simple, and cost-effective ways that you can breathe new life into this essential space. You can make a few strategic changes to your bathroom’s appearance and style to create a more inviting sanctuary. By focusing on key accessories such…
How To Install a Bathroom Faucet
Installing a bathroom faucet is not as complicated as it looks. There are two water lines, a drain, and the accessories required to attach and secure them. The installation follows a logical progression and all new faucets provide instructions. Once you have removed the old bathroom faucet, follow these steps. Tools and Supplies Crescent wrench…
How To Remove a Bathroom Faucet
You have to remove your bathroom faucet for several reasons. It leaks. You are installing a new vanity top and/or vanity cabinet. It’s outdated and you want a new one. Faucet removal is a simple DIY project that requires only a few tools. Tools Required: Adjustable wrench, open-ended wrench, or vice grip wrench. Phillips screwdriver….