mmmm nip rings... i like that...

Cassie.... mmmmmmm

WOW

Klein Bottle House Brief and Design
The Klein bottle is a descriptive model of a surface developed by topological mathematicians. Klein bottle, mobius strips, boy surfaces, unique surfaces that while they may be distorted remain topologically the same. I.e. a donut will remain topologically a donut if you twist and distort it, it will only change topologically if it is cut.
The surfaces that mathematicians have developed hold intrigue for architects as they hold a promise of new spatial relationships and configurations. Technology (CAD) has played an important part in all this, it is now more possible to efficiently describe more complex shapes and spaces and communicate these to the build. Previously the more orthogonal means of communication – plans, sections and elevations naturally encourage buildings which are more easily described in these terms, i.e. boxes.
This holiday house is situated on the Mornington Peninsula 1.5 hrs drive from Melbourne. It is located within the tee–tree on the sand dunes, a short distance from the wild 16th beach. From the outset MCR wanted a building that nestled within the tree line. That talked about journey and the playfulness of holiday time. What began as a spiral or shell like building developed into a more complex spiral, the Klein bottle. MCR were keen to be topologically true to the Klein bottle but it had to function as a home. We thought an origami version of the bottle would be achievable and hold some ironic fascination. (The resulting FC version also has a comforting relationship to the tradition of the Aussie cement sheet beach house).
The building (we think) is also within that tradition of the use of an experimental geometry that could be adapted to more suitably meet contemporary needs, and desires. In that sense it is within the heroic tradition of invigorating the very nature of the home, most notable of this tradition would be the great experimental heroic houses by Melbourne architects in the 50’s (McIntyre and Boyd in particular).
The house revolves around a central courtyard, a grand regal stair connecting all the levels. There is a sense of both being near and far to all occupants.
Its endless, curling shell-like quality particularly in the tee tree brings about a comforting togetherness.

lego locs...

This is just cool... i'd totally wear these...

Wrap Strap Watches by Burberry

The wrap strap watches feature military inspired dials with a multistrap that wrappes around the wrist. They look extremely cool to me... i'm really thinking about getting one of these 4 myself...

beat poet

Hummm... beat poet is my new fav. brand. i love the name and they only have prepy clothes... that is so me...

Parmigiani Fleurier Bugatti Type 370

The Parmigiani Fleurier Bugatti Type 370 watch was named watch of the year in 2006 mainly due to its innovative design. The look of the wristwatch was designed entirely to reveal the movement’s workings. The 18 carat white gold case, comprising six transparent sapphire glasses, is transformed into a light box to show off the mechanical work to its best advantage. The watch uses a very unique transversal movement with a vertical watch face, which is very handy when your eyes are occupied by driving. The watch does need wound every 10 days, but there is a battery powered device that does that for you. With over 150 models sold worldwide, the Bugatti Type 370 will soon see new modifications, incorporating several all-new mechanical complications. The Bugatti car is worth over a million dollars, how much do you think the watch is? If you guessed $280,000 you guessed right.