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94 8-Bit Pixel Designs

From Pixelating Public Architecture to 8-bit Cake Decorations

— January 18, 2013 — Tech
In the midst of extreme high definition and a technological tipping point, it is no surprised that people’s artistic fascinations are once again reverted back to the low-resolution pixel designs. The allure of old image resolution can be espied in the rise of vintage photography as well. Web photo apps such as Instagram, along with the comeback of Lomography cameras, are most prominent demonstrations of it.

Pixelated designs are an adorned twist to contemporary designs in everything from architecture to everyday products, such as watches and necklaces. Artists increasingly use retro and low-resolution features in their designs. Pixelated products work as perfect gifts for nerdy loved ones. Moreover, more extensive projects such as 8-bit-inspired buildings and interior work space designs are attracting immense attention from video game enthusiasts. Most prefer blu-ray over regular DVDs, but when it comes to 8-bit, one can't help but put aside the quest for visual perfection and sigh with nostalgic appreciation.

These pixelated designs are a prevalent artistic throw back frequently integrated in design with a statement. These are good times to be gamers, but one can't forget about the 8-bit era.
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Pixelated Arcade Campaigns
Pixelated Arcade Campaigns
The Harajuku Mini for Target Commercial is Bananas
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Life-Size 8-Bit Recreations
Life-Size 8-Bit Recreations
Enjoy Massive Retro Pixelated Images in HESAV S'Anime Time-Lapse Video
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92
Pixelated Handheld Games
Pixelated Handheld Games
Super Pixel Bros by Retro Brad Strips Down Mario to Squares
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91
Pixelated Gamer Flags
Pixelated Gamer Flags
The 8-Bit Mario Flag Puts a Literal Spin on Flying Your Geek Flag
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90
Edible Pixel Art
Edible Pixel Art
The Fruit Plotter Will Replicate Art Pieces Using Fruit Pellets
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89
Pixelated Stormy Fashion Designs
Pixelated Stormy Fashion Designs
The Theyskens' Theory Pre Fall 2013 Line Plays off of Sea Punk
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88
Pop Art-Esque Music Videos
Pop Art-Esque Music Videos
The ‘Freckle’ Stop-Motion Music Video Uses Dots to Create A
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87
Complexly Pixelated Campuses
Complexly Pixelated Campuses
The RMIT Swanston Building by Lyons Energizes Students with Color
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86
Decorative Pixelated Pins
Decorative Pixelated Pins
The Okiiko Asorti Brooch Collection is Broaching on Amazing Accessories
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85
Pixelated Film Blueprints
Pixelated Film Blueprints
Spotmaps Create Pixelated Movie Posters From a Different Perspective
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84
Pixelated Nature Paintings
Pixelated Nature Paintings
The American Tapestry by Chad Wys Series Captures the Great Outdoors
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83
Pixel Ax Openers
Pixel Ax Openers
The Minecraft Pickaxe Bottle Opener is Handy
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Poignantly Pixelated Art
Poignantly Pixelated Art
Hwans Lim Depicts Contemporary and Timeless Relationships
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81
Retro Gamer Seasonings
Retro Gamer Seasonings
Add Some Spice to Your Meal With the Space Invaders Salt & Pepper Shakers
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80
Pixelated Paint Chip Calendars
Pixelated Paint Chip Calendars
Stay Organized in the New Year with the Pantone 2013 Calendar
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79
Tangible Internet Memes
Tangible Internet Memes
LEGO Nyan Cat Mimics Computer Pixels with Children's Toy Blocks
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78
Pixel-Inspired Building Blocks
Pixel-Inspired Building Blocks
The Bitblox Toy Building Blocks are Add Retro Computing to Playtime
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77
Romantic Pixelated Gamer Accessories
Romantic Pixelated Gamer Accessories
The 8-Bit Heart Meter Necklace is a Fun Way to Say I Love You
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76
Pixelated Vulgar Vernacular Pictorials
Pixelated Vulgar Vernacular Pictorials
Phil Jones Censors Images of Inappropriate Everyday Objects
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75
8-Bit Desktop Mice
8-Bit Desktop Mice
The Pixel Mouse Will Induce Trickery on Your Eyes
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74
Low-Res Eye Covers
Low-Res Eye Covers
Have Sweet Geeky Dreams with the Pixel Sleeping Eye Mask
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73
Pixelated Graphic T-Shirts
Pixelated Graphic T-Shirts
These Pixel-Inspired Tees from Pixelivery are Digitally Delightful
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72
Social Network Mug Mats
Social Network Mug Mats
Keep Tables Ring-Free with the Retro Pixel Social Media Icon Coasters
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71
Pixelated Plaid Captures
Pixelated Plaid Captures
These CG Stills by Zeitguised are Visually Intriguing
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70
Pixel Icon Workspaces
Pixel Icon Workspaces
The Yandex Office II by Za Bor Architects is Inspired by the Digital World
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69
8-Bit String Instruments
8-Bit String Instruments
Ranjit Bhatnagar Creates a Playable Pixelated Violin
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68
Pixelated Posthumous Tributes
Pixelated Posthumous Tributes
Andy Rash Honors Dead Celebrities with 8-Bit Drawings
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67
Lo-Fi Pixelated Locks
Lo-Fi Pixelated Locks
Steinlo Illustrates Lovely Ladies With Patches of 8-Bit Hair
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Pixelated Coloring Tools
Pixelated Coloring Tools
The Dot Flowers CRAYON Grants an Array of Hues in One
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8-Bit Identity Disguises (UPDATE)
8-Bit Identity Disguises (UPDATE)
The Pixelhead Limited Edition Blurs Faces for Unworthy Observers
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Pixelated Alien Mancessories
Pixelated Alien Mancessories
Space Invader Cufflinks Dresses the Gentleman Retro Style
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8-Bit-Influenced Wristwatches
8-Bit-Influenced Wristwatches
The Digilog Watch Tells Time Using Light and Dark Pixels
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Permutated Pixel Furniture
Permutated Pixel Furniture
Joongho Choi Design Makes Digital Statement With Pixable Table
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61
Pixelated Graffiti
Pixelated Graffiti
French Street Artist Invader Takes on Brazil With Amazing Effects
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60
Iconic Pixelated Portraits
Iconic Pixelated Portraits
'Made in China' by Joe Black Boasts 5,500 Plastic Toy Soldiers
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59
Retro Gamer Christmas Trimmings
Retro Gamer Christmas Trimmings
The 8-Bit Holiday Wreath Pays Homage to Early Video Games
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58
Pixelated Wallpaper Wonders
Pixelated Wallpaper Wonders
Artist eBoy Takes an 8-bit Approach to Interior Design
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57
Precarious Pixelated Tables
Precarious Pixelated Tables
Unstable by Studio Mango Will Make You Second Guess Effectiveness
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56
Pixelated Pac-Man Book-Holders
Pixelated Pac-Man Book-Holders
The 3D Ghost Shelf by LightYourselfUp Will Scare Off Roommates
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55
Pixelated Painting Covers
Pixelated Painting Covers
The 'Girl With The Pearl Earring' Ixxi Modular Connecting System
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54
Geeky Gaming Tableware
Geeky Gaming Tableware
These Minecraft Coasters are Stylishly Pixelated
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53
Warmth-Informing Goblets
Warmth-Informing Goblets
The 'Pixel Heart Heat Changing Mug' Stays Alive When Full
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52
Cinematic Torso Pixel Art
Cinematic Torso Pixel Art
Nicola Bolfelli Recreates Memorable Chests from Films Using Blocks
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51
Precious Pixelated Subways
Precious Pixelated Subways
The Stockholm Metro Creates an 8-Bit Train Station
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50
Pretty Pixelated Cabinets
Pretty Pixelated Cabinets
The 8 Bit Drawers Features a Fresh Flower Image
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49
8-Bit Gaming Lanterns
8-Bit Gaming Lanterns
The Minecraft Light-Up Torch Brings Pixellation into the Real World
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48
Customizable 8-Bit Knapsacks
Customizable 8-Bit Knapsacks
The Uanyi Pixel Art Backpack Can be Changed Up Every Day
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47
Vibrantly Blurry Umbrellas
Vibrantly Blurry Umbrellas
The Le Pixel Beacj Brolly is Perfect for Hot Summer Days
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46
Pixelated Bottled Brews
Pixelated Bottled Brews
Inaki Soria Creates Refreshing Works of Art
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45
Brightly Pixelated Pillows
Brightly Pixelated Pillows
These Stallio Glitch Cushions are Tech-Inspired
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Pixelated Baby Accessories
Pixelated Baby Accessories
Watch the Characters Chase Each Other on this Wicked Pac-Man Mobile
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Pixelated Kaleidoscopic Portraits
Pixelated Kaleidoscopic Portraits
Chuck Close Creates Vibrantly Blotted and Breathtaking Paintings
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42
Pixelated Flooring Patterns
Pixelated Flooring Patterns
The ModuTile Cork Tiles are Funky and Eco-Friendly
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41
8-Bit Cake Decorations
8-Bit Cake Decorations
These Pixel Candles are Awesome Gamer Birthday Must-Haves
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40
Elongated Pixel Tables
Elongated Pixel Tables
The Histogram Collection by Nucleo has an 8-Bit Appeal
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Pixel-Inspired Room Dividers
Pixel-Inspired Room Dividers
Make Any Space Functional with the Nomad Architectural System
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Pixelated Past Depictions
Pixelated Past Depictions
The Greg Sand ‘Remnants' Photos Blend Both Living and Dead
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8-Bit Promise Rings
8-Bit Promise Rings
The Space Invaders Pixel Ring is Perfect for Geeky Couples
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Boxy Bush-Like Furniture
Boxy Bush-Like Furniture
The Free Port Cabinet is Pleasantly Playful and Eclectic
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Tasteful 8-Bit Furniture
Tasteful 8-Bit Furniture
The Retro Invader Couch is Inspired by the Classic Video Game
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Low Resolution Shades
Low Resolution Shades
Dzmitry Samal 5DPI Glasses Bring Back a Pixelated Old-School Look
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Videogame Reality Art
Videogame Reality Art
Lee Vidal Puts Classic 8-Bit Characters Into Real-Life Scenes
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Pixelated Furniture
Pixelated Furniture
‘Prophets and Penitents' Exhibit Reveres Passion for Chair Design
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Pixel-Print Phone Cases
Pixel-Print Phone Cases
Uncommon Teamed Up With Fragment Design for Colorful iPhone 5 Cases
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Pixelated Geeky Crafts
Pixelated Geeky Crafts
The DIY Space Invaders Pixelated Paper Art is a Homage
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Pixelated Time Tellers
Pixelated Time Tellers
The 8-bit Icon Watch Brings Back Memories of Retro Macs
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Epic Pixelated Buildings
Epic Pixelated Buildings
The Frog Queen Headquarters in a Low Resolution Design
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Social Media Icon Racks
Social Media Icon Racks
The Facebook 'Like' Hanger Gives a Thumbs-Up to Internet Home Decor
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8-Bit Couch Cushions
8-Bit Couch Cushions
The Pixelated Mario Pillow is Available to Japanese Gamers Only
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Pixelated Lumber Loungers
Pixelated Lumber Loungers
Tobias Labarque Lounge Chair Has a Geeky 8-Bit Effect
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Retro Gaming Cutting Boards
Retro Gaming Cutting Boards
Jim Van Winkle Designs Cooking Tool with a Pixelated Super Mario
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Pixelated Landscape Carpets
Pixelated Landscape Carpets
The Alfombras Veo Veo Japan Collection is Creatively Cultural
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8-Bit Gamer Stockings
8-Bit Gamer Stockings
Rub In All the Nerdiness You Can Muster with Nintendo Christmas Stockings
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Pixelated Animal Sculptures (UPDATE)
Pixelated Animal Sculptures (UPDATE)
The Shawn Smith Art Translates Animals into 3D Creations
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8-Bit Festive Greeting Cards
8-Bit Festive Greeting Cards
Christmas Pixel Pop-Up Cards are Digital-Age Decorated
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8-Bit Hobby Kits
8-Bit Hobby Kits
The Mario Model Kit Illustration Will Delight Nintendo Fans and DIYers
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Pixelated Gamer Jewelry
Pixelated Gamer Jewelry
Geek Out Wearing These Year Retro Accessories
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Iconic Pixelated Paintings
Iconic Pixelated Paintings
Jaebum Joo Simplifies Great Pieces in History
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Pixelating Public Architecture
Pixelating Public Architecture
CASIS Headquarters Embodies an Alien Style to Suit its Function
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Crazy 8-Bit Cartoons
Crazy 8-Bit Cartoons
Ty Lettau Morphs TV's Most Popular Characters into Super Mario Clones
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14
Interactive Pixel Installations
Interactive Pixel Installations
'IRIS' by HYBE Studio Imitates the Movement of Visitors
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Pixelated Time Pieces
Pixelated Time Pieces
The 'Derezzed' Watch Tells Time with Light
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Famed Pixelated Paintings
Famed Pixelated Paintings
Sanghyuk Moon Digitized Classic Paintings to Test Their Iconic Status
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Pixelated Analogue Timepieces
Pixelated Analogue Timepieces
Running Square Watch Makes the Concept of Time Abstract
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Pixelated Gamer Jewels
Pixelated Gamer Jewels
The Pixel Heart Friendship Necklace is a Cute Throwback Piece
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Pixelated Gamer Artwork
Pixelated Gamer Artwork
The Video Game Crafts by Winwolfz are 8-Bit Beauties
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Real-Life 8-Bit Animals
Real-Life 8-Bit Animals
These Pixelated Animal Sculptures Will Have You Questioning Reality
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Digital Urban Drainage
Digital Urban Drainage
Pixel Pour 2.0 is Creeping from the Sewers of New York City
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Futuristic Pixel Prints
Futuristic Pixel Prints
Adam Ferriss' '500 Years Away' Offers an Artistic Glimpse at the Future
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Pixelated Paper Accessories
Pixelated Paper Accessories
The Karen Barbé Jewelry is Inspired by Mike and Maaike's Designs
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Disintegrating Pixelated Designs
Disintegrating Pixelated Designs
Digital Decay by Zachary Eastwood-Bloom Constructs Collapse
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3
8-Bit Superhero Caricatures
8-Bit Superhero Caricatures
Jesus Castaneda Pixelates Pop Culture Characters to Pint-Sized Toons
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Superhero Pixel Art Templates
Superhero Pixel Art Templates
Marvel's The Avengers Post-its Lets Users Make Art with Sticky Notes
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Romantic Geeky Cards
Romantic Geeky Cards
The Valentines Pixelated Popup Card is a DIY Display of Love
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