The proliferation of upside-down concepts has turned traditional designs on their head, literally. Small confections and large architectural structures have been inverted to suit the needs of a new consumer niche. These consumers are often in search of the extraordinary, or rather the product that will leave a lasting impression.
These odd inverted tannenbaums and hyperreal hanging chickens certainly do leave memorable impressions. The reversal of regular spacial coordinates is tantalizing here, leading viewers and investors to question what they are looking at. This lingering aspect is essential for marketing experts who wish to captivate the attention of large audiences, and it consequently makes sense that several visionaries have attempted the style. On top of the sales value, these products also hold considerable artistic merit, requiring the execution of detailed productions.
65 Upside-Down Concepts
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2-for-1 Tattoos
This Ambigrammatic Tattoo Says 'Art & Science' & 'Philosophy' All At Once
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Blood-Rushed Portraits
Mark Miller Captures the Faces of Suspended People
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Upside Down Houses
Avant Garde Architecture for the World's Most Daring and Eccentric
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Denim-Legged Shirts
The i-D Summer 2011 Issue Features Behati Prinsloo With Quirky "Overalls"
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Upside Down Abodes
Fovea Architects 'Crooked House ' is a Top-Heavy Design
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Upside Down Architecture
This Stunning City of Westminster College Campus Turns Design on Its Head
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Water Spill Camouflage Fashion
Agua vaª T-Shirt
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Upside Down Bikinis
Aya Hirano's Fashion Blunder Boosts Career
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Illusionists Stunts
David Blaine's 'Dive Of Death' Over Central Park
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Upside Down Wine Glasses
The Ming Oil & Vinegar Set
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Upside Down Campaigns
The Marithe + Francois Girbaud SS10 Collection Defies Gravity
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Upside-Down Advertisements
The Upside Down Gap Store in Vancouver is a Marketing Win
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Drug Bottle Chandeliers
Illuminated Medicine Capsule Containers Radiates with a Healthy Glow
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Wizardly Chocolate Treats
These Cauldron Cakes Hold a Creamy and Magical Center
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Upside Down Retail Displays
The Sprize Loyalty Program at the Gap Turns Shopping on Its Head
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Intoxicated Photography
Marcel Wanders' Sexy Happy Hour
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Upside-Down Architecture
'The World Stands on its Head' House
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Clustered Flashlight Chandeliers
Paula Sevilla's 'Home Camping' Light Fixture is Flashy
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Flower Ceiling Installations
The 2000 Suspended Dandelions Project Features Amazing Artistry
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Hanging Hero Memes
The Batmanning Meme Takes Planking to New Heights
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Topsu Turvy: Hanging Garden from Felknor Ventures
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Suspended Bookshelves
Adrien De Melo's Upside Down Library
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Odd Inverted Tannenbaums
The CMI Upside Down Christmas Tree Turns the Holiday on its Head
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Upside Down Skyscrapers
The Earthscraper Will be Mexico City's Largest Subterranean Structure
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$500 Upside Down Christmas Tree Sold Out
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Poetic Hourglass Infusers
The Tea-Time Brewer Marks its Progress Transparently
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Gravity-Defying Editorials
'Geometry of Mind' for Pastaiga Magazine is Stellar
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Quirky Beer Gear
The Hopside Down Glass Uses an Upside-Down Bottle
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Upside-Down Architecture
6 Buildings on Their Heads
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Sparkling Live Performances
Dancer Pours Champagne from a Chandelier (UPDATE)
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Eco-Friendly Cleaning Bottles
The Replenish Reusable Bottle System Has the Environment in Mind
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Upside Down Photography
Abelardo Morell's Camera Obscura Pictures
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Fake Bodies as Street Art
Mark Jenkins Embed Series
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Inverted Stubble Sites
Beards from Below Spotlights the Awesomeness of the Under Whiskers
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Upside-Down Gardening
Protect Plants from Unwanted Pests and Animals by Turning Them on Their Head
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Luxurious Light-Up Limbs
Voila's Handelier Lights Come in Handy When Lighting Your Home
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Upside-Down Task Lamps
Angled by Louis Rensch is Inspired by George Carwardine Iconic Design
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Upside Down Bottle Caps
Jaeseok Han's Legcap Keeps Drinks Fresh
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Screaming Sound Systems
The Soundmasters Speakers is Full of Raw Emotion
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Tea Bag Lamps
The Pendant Teelicht is the Perfect Way to Light Up Your Tea Time
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Seat-Sliding Stools
The Poh Liang Hock 'Hold Chair' Makes Cleaning Under the Table Easy
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Upside-Down Lamps
Anna Van Der Lei Creates Breathtaking Illuminated Structures
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Bottoms Up Transit
Electric Inverted Monorail Could Come to a City Near You
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Heat-Changing Cups
The Monday Mug Will Turn That Frown Upside Down
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Suffocating Floral Art
Frederik Heyman Gets Innovative for this Intriguing Art Installation
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Swirly Curly Seats
The Toboggan Bench by Kino Guerin is Great On or Off the Snow
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Abstract Perspective Artwork
Alex Da Corte's Portfolio Includes Inspiration from 'Scream'
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Flexible Trash Collectors
The Flex Bin is Designed to Expand and Contract With Your Waste
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Bottle Cap Crockery
Bloom by Enrico Azzimonti Changes the Shape of Cooking
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Shopping Bag Chandeliers
The Eco-Conscious Reused Plastic Bag Light
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Hyperreal Hanging Chickens
Ron Mueck Shocks With His Still Life Display
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Upside-Down Lighting
Benjamin Parton's Rose Lamp Boasts Victorian Home Details
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Upside-Down Floral Art
Sophie Dalla Rosa Knits Intricate Boquet Designs
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Multifunctional Festive Ornaments
Celebrate Two Holidays in One with the Christmas Tree Dreidel
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Topsy-Turvy Photoshoots
Stephen Morris Headstand Photography Shows Life Upside Down
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Shell-Shocked Lighting
The Pagode Lamp by Jean Couvreur Flips Upside Down
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Monkey Vs. Man Portraits
These Troels Carlsen Drawings Pit Primate Against Human
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Cordless Mood Lighting
Simone Spalvieri & Valentina del Ciotto's Green Man is Eco-Friendly
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Upsidedown Surfing
Dulip Kokuhannadige
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Head-Turning Hospital Ads
Santa Casa de Misericordia de Sao Paulo Ads Will Turn You Upside Down
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Upside-Down Ziggurats
The City of Westminster College is Huge, Airy and Eco-Friendly
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Gravity Defying Kitchenwares
Gravitate Towards the Zero Gravity Magnetic Spice Rack
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Topsy-Turvy Homes
'Gravity is a Force to be Reckoned With' is on Display at Mass Moca
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Inverted Mustache Clocks
The Neverend UPSO Clock Keeps You 'Stached Around the Clock
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Upcycled Stump Seats
This Upside Down Chair by Floris Wubben and Bauke Fokkema Will Grow on You
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Perching Owl Internet Games
The Owling Meme Puts Planking in the Past
DIY Paper Speakers
The Plywood iVictrola Design for iPhones is a Fun Project
Humorous Holiday Sweaters
Tipsy Elves Makes Ugly Christmas Sweaters Hip
Text-Infused Hipster Renderings
Mr.Frivolous Pairs Cryptic Messages with Cool Female Drawings
Crumbled Concrete Lighting
The Minimalist 'Like Paper Lamp' Has Kinks and Crinkles
Disturbing Holiday Depictions
The Courtney Stodden Christmas Shoot Shows Pseudo-Celeb Festivities
Ignited Crayon Installations
Unwanted Visitor: Portrait of Wildfire Pays Tribute to Texas
Precious Potted Treats
These Flower Pot Cupcakes Are the Perfect Way to Welcome Spring
Urban Faceplant Photography
These Jinyu and Karren Planking Pictures are Perilously Pleasing
Crosshatched Celebrity Drawings
David Despau Pays Tribute to Stars with Layered Line Portraits
Deconstructed Nature Designs
The Walter Mason Land Art Series Puts Things Back Together Perfectly
Summer Fun Editorials
Jennifer Lawrence Lounges Poolside for ASOS Magazine June 2011
High-Fashion Planking
The DIS Magazine Plank Girl Editorial is a Mix Between Memes and Couture
Hairy Appetite Blogs
The 'Dudes with Beards Eating Cupcakes' Tumblr is the Best of Both Worlds
Giant Disco Ball Structures
The Shadow Pavilion Design Uses Over 100 Pieces of Aluminum
Intricately Weaved Artwork
The Brian Wills Unwound Series Uses Only Thread and Ribbon
Elegant Egg-Shaped Chairs
The ‘Bangulella' by Designer Charly Molinelli is Sleek and F
Faux Decapitation Photography
Horsemaning has People Going Crazy for Being Headless
Outlined Bake Dish Branding
Falcon Enamelware Packaging Employs the Simplicity of its Plate Design
Cordless Stone Stoves
The Electrolux Stoov Cooker Suctions to Pots to Start Them Simmering
Clutchable Cup Sheaths
The Muggie Disposable Sleeve Makes it Easier to Clasp Your Hot Coffee
Lying Down Web Games
Planking is the Latest Internet Dare Craze
Double Duty Lighting
The Tafelstukken Cappellini Series Provides Light and Storage Space
Drink Barrel Arboreals
Jack Daniel's 'Barrel Tree' is a 26-Foot-Tall Christmas Tree
Mirrored Lighting
Lukas Peet's Table Lights Shield Our Eyes From Glares
Romantic Pulley Lighting
The Porcelain and Gradient Pendant Lamps are Inspired by Shipyards
Former Offender-Made Furniture
The Marni Chair Collection Helps Re-Socialize Ex-Prisoners
Tiny Savory Treats
These Chicken Pot Pie Cupcakes Will Keep You Snacking Sensibly
Haute Shoulderless Hipsters
Catherine Campbell Renders Females with Severely Squished Arms
Colorful Forgotten Spaces
The Unclear Ground/ Terrain Vague Creates a Mystical Universe
Iconic Fashion Illustrations
The Epherma Friends Watercolors are Stunning
Ghostly Suspended Lighting
The Phantomenal III Lamp Looks to Float in Midair
Hexagonal Prism Lighting
The Etch Shade by Tom Dixon is Glamorously Industrial
Concealed Currency Cakes
These Hidden Gold Rainbow Cupcakes are a Sweet and Surprising Treat
Splotchy Mirrored Illustrations
L Filipe dos Santos Creates Abstract Characters
Wet T-Shirt Fragrance Campaigns
The Diesel Fuel for Life Denim Collection Campaign is Smoking Hot
Monument-Mocking Art Installations
The D.I.Y Collection by Marussiac Sends a Political Message
Cutting-Edge Composting Kettles
Re-Can Turns Food Scraps into Plant Snacks
Tattooed Tot Reminders
The Sire Marked for Life Campaign Deals With Divorce
Filthy Frat Bro Memes
The Foul Bachelor Frog Tells the Unfortunate Truth about College-Aged Men
Surfboard Balsa Seats
The Duffy London 'Surf-ace Table and Bench' Brings the Ocean Indoors
Propane-Inspired Lighting
The BBQ Lamp by La Firm is Sure to Fire Up Your Interior Decor
Towering Tiered Lighting
Lucrecia Moribunda's Pagoda Floor Lamp Has an Organic Vibe
Blazing Frozen Confections
These Flaming Baked Alaska Cupcakes Will Make Your Guests' Jaws Drop
Daily Illustration Books
The '1000 Days of Drawing' Project Features Four Years of Artwork
Hilarious Hip Hop Memes
Comedian Aziz Ansari Creates Watch the Throne Comics
Adaptable Posture Perches
Multi-Seater Collection Accommodates Customization for Maximum Comfort
Hidden Speaker Systems
The JMC Soundboard Blends into Any Environment and Provides Awesome Sound
Flipping Chromatic Installations
The Automated Colour Field Randomly Changes Every Minute
Half-Mile High Towers (UPDATE)
The First Image of Jeddah's Kingdom Tower is Released
Human Biology Buildings
The Bonescraper has a Structure Inspired by the Skeleton
Blasted Bomb Artwork
Chaology by Tess Hurrell is Inspired by Photographed Explosions
Reggae Boombox Packs
Groove to the Music with the Bag of Rhythm Portable Audio System
Photo-Mimicking Blogs
'Stocking Is The New Planking' Encourages Stock Image Copiers
Fashionable Fuchsia Arbores
The Betsey Johnson Christmas Tree is Chic and Girly
Frozen Room Explosions
Los Carpinteros' Show Room Installation Shows Destruction From Every Angle
Fairy Tale Furnishings
Shir Atar Releases the Enchanted 'Snow White' Collection
Collective TV-Watching Installations
Kevin Cooley's Remote Nation Shows Modern Society's Solitude
Humongous Beach Chairs
Stuart Murdoch's Installation Rings in the British Summer Time
Peeking Owl Lighting
The 'C'est Chouette' Lamp is Whimsical and Enchanting
Minimalist Wooden Lighting
The Tomiyama Koichi Walnut Coffee Lamp is Common in Japan
Cast-Like Lighting
Arturo Alvarez's Tati and Kala Sconces Sport a Textured, Minimalist Aesthetic
Swiveling Stereo-Sporting Seats
The Revolve Camping Chair Puts a Twist on Traditional Loungers
Electromagnetic Halo Lights
GEO Magnetic Ditches Digital Switches in Favor of Science
Prismatic Origami-Like Lighting
Lukas Dahlen's Ori Pendant Lamp Sheds a Golden Glow
Multitasking Coffee Cups
The Perk Travel Mug is an Infuser, a Kettle and a Vessel All in One
Contorted Coffee Cup Handles
The Kruzhkus Mug is Ergonomically Designed to Be Held With One Finger
Cute Suggestive Cup Sweaters
The KnotWork Valentine's Mug Cozy Collection Sensually Speaks for You
Corporate Christmas Memes
Walmart's Frank the Fruitcake Represents the Dessert No One Wants
Pinned Map Masterpieces
Jenny Brial Creates Colorful Geographical Artworks
Breathtaking Scenic Organizers
The Mountain Calendar is Inspired by Travels in Thailand and Laos
Hi-Tech Meal Heaters
The Electrolux Cortina Kettle Warms Food the Futuristic Way
Concession Stand Confections
These Strawberry Milkshake Whoppers Cupcakes Are Blushingly Sweet
Spherical Spoon Holders
Aveve Product 001 Solves for Stovetop Messes and Melted Utensils
Speed Demon Seats
These Racing Art Ball Chairs are Highly Auto-Nostalgic
Teacup Lighting
Goncalo Campos' Nata Lamp Breathes New Life into an Old Product
Folded Cardboard Furnishings
Chairigami Provides Seating with Papercraft-Inspired Designs
Fragile Floral Lighting
The Tangle Globe Pendant Light is Fit for a Woodland Fairy's Home
Underground Mythological Installations
The Minotaur Exhibit is a Feast for the Senses
Glass Block Speakers
Tuned by Kenwood Looks Like a Clean Chunk of Ice
City-Scraping Blueprints
Atelier Olschinsky Breaks Down Big Cities From a Bird's-Eye View
Time-Travelling City Captures
The Marko Savic I Photo NY Takes an Unconventional Tour
Hands-On Saucepans
These Castey Design Awards Frying Pans Explore Efficient Futuristic Food Prep
Classy Caged Illuminators
Elite Wire Lamps Explore the Limits of their Bent Bar Materiality
Gamer Coffee Cups
Tiago Goncalves Makes a Mug Resembling an Old School Game Boy
Agressively Voyeuristic Artwork
The Desire of Codes Installation Creates a Memory-Like Experience
Winged Smartphone Sound Systems
The Glide iPod Docking Station Lets Your Music Take Flight
Cheerful Ceramic Chalices
The Pigeon Toe 'Optimist Tumbler' is for Positive Drinkers
Immense Magnum Installations
Guns by David Cerny Shows the Needlessness of Violence
Expandable Cooking Containers
The Flexible Chef^4 Caters to Any Style of Food Preparation
Finger-Friendly Pan Grips
Removable Handles by Alberto Vasquez are Handy Hot Pot Movers
Splintered Lighting
Peter Pierobon's Plumb Pendant Lamps are Warm and Inviting
Yummy Fondue-Inspired Electronics
The Melty Chocolate USB Lamp is Deliciously Deceptive
Chinese Lantern Lighting
Kieser Spath's Aria Lamps are Warm and Atmospheric
Delicate Topography Diagrams
These Line Drawings by Jorinde Voigt are Intricately Detailed
Rope Earbud Sweaters
These Share InSound Clothing Hoodies Boast Built-In Headphones
Charitable Smartphone Installations
FLUXe at Nuit Blanche was Fascinating
Gold-Hued Honey Branding
The Mieko i Miod Packaging Symbolizes Wealth and Plentitude
Christmas Sweater Nail Designs
'Beautylish' Brings Festive Manicures to the Next Level
Colorful Data Card Mugs
The Coffee Cup Card Reader is Designed for Kitchen Computers
Shower-Proof Beer Steins
The Tub Mug Lets You Drink Safely in the Bath
Sustainable Twin Towers
Vikas Pawar Designs an Eco-Friendly Set of Towers for Northern India
Beat-Blasting Luggage Designs
SuitSuit Boombox Takes on a Tune-Blaring Look for Travelers
Modular Honeycomb Amps
The Hexa Speakers Can Be Custom-Built into a Wall of Sound and Storage
Laborless Litter Pails
The Cuum is a Trashcan that Also Functions as a Vacuum
Milk Ball-Infused Cupcakes
These Malted Rocky Road Brownie Cupcakes are a Sinful Sugary Snack
Hair-Swapping Santa Skits
The College Humor 'Twelve Beards of Christmas' Short is Holiday Hilarity
Caroling Coffee Cups
Starbucks 'Let's Merry' Ad is Full of Christmas Cheer
Vino-Soaked Cakes
These Chocolate and Goat Cheese Cupcakes are Topped with Red Wine
Radiating Tactical Lights
Checkmate! Lamps Bring Stategic Elements to Home Decor
Toy Brick Trees
The LEGO Christmas Tree Uses Over 600,000 LEGO Pieces
Charming Literature Lamps
The Playful Tiny Tim Booklight Will Light up Your Reading Experience
Contemporary Industrial Cookware
The Aroma Collection for Valira Rationalizes Food Preparation
Digital Blood Donors
Facebook Blood Groups are Turning Likes into Lives
Concealed Tannenbaum Cakes
These Christmas Tree Cupcakes House a Festive Surprise
Polygonal Lighting
The Marionette Lamp by Objeti is Playfully Prismatic
Personified Holiday Packages
The DIY Photo Wrapping Paper Makes Presents Even More Thoughtful
Two-Faced Building Tiles
UrbanTiles from Meidad Marzan Sustainably Light Up Skyscrapers at Night
Stained Shade Lighting
Magnus Pettersen's Tint Lamp Pairs Two Unlikely Materials
BLT Inspired Cakes
The Kiss the Pig Cupcake is a Fun Alternative to the Traditional Sandwich
Luxury Desert Oases
Dubai's Giant Pearl is the Perfect Companion Piece to the Burj Khalifa
Digital Street Art Renderings
Artistoon Portraits Send Urban Drawings Over the Internet
Clever Stackable Cookware
The MENU Steam Stacker Tower Prepares a Three-Course Meal
Bug-Killing Waste Bins
The Anti-Ants Trashcans Helps Keep Your Kitchen Insect-Free
Transplanted Cranium Doodles
Mikkel Sommer Illustrates Gruesome Scenes with Cartoon Heads
Cap-Popping Firearm Lights
Loaded Objects Gives Home Decor a Dangerously Stylish Makeover
Sweet Swaying Illuminators
Mineheart Rocking Lamps Make Your Living Room Lighthearted
Tangible Internet Memes
LEGO Nyan Cat Mimics Computer Pixels with Children's Toy Blocks
Zero Carbon Commemorations
One World Trade Center Will Be the Greenest Structure of Its Size
Cozy Plant Life Letters
The Terrarium Postcard Set Helps You Send Your Message in a Simple Manner
Penciled Nature Awareness Ads
The Faber-Castell Eco Campaign Boasts Intricate Illustrations
Eco Sawdust Shades
These Kulla Design Table Lamps are Made from Sawdust and Plastic Bags
Compartmented Cooking Vessels
The Gold Pan by Modik Estudio Accommodates Two Dishes
Heads-Up Hearing Aid Ads
These Connect Hearing May 2011 Ads Will Have You Watching Your Back
Petite Pasta Cakes
These Apricot Couscous Cupcakes Will Make You Do a Double Take
IR-Controlled Amplifiers
Amethyst X-1 Docking System Adjusts According to Hand Gestures
Clothespin Garbage Bins
Hommin's Clip Trashcan Offers a Simple Way to Dispose Waste
Breakfast-Sized Speakers
The Olasonic TW-S7 Takes on an Adorably Small Egg-Shape Design
Fun Doodled Frames
Benjamin Parton's Masterpiece Pad Embraces Informal Works of Art