A Liter of Light

Isang Litrong Liwanag (A Liter of Light) is a sustainable lighting project that aims to bring eco-friendly Solar Bottle Bulb to the 3 million disprivileged households in metropolitan Manila who are living without adequate electricity. It was developed by a nonprofit organization called the MyShelter Foundation together with students from MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology).

The Solar Bottle Bulb is based on the principles of Appropriate Technologies - a concept that provides simple and replicable solutions that address basic needs in developing communities.

Watch this to learn more:

Print: Carlsberg - Bottle-Opener Ad

Perfect for the New Year. Just follow the instructions on the ad, and you can use the magazine page to open a bottle of Carlsberg (which, btw, they have bottled Carlsbergs?). Clever.

 

TVC: Canal+ The Bear

This is an ad promoting the French premium pay channel Canal+. Love the part where the bear shouts, "I don't give a shiiiiiit!" Funny.

Agency: BETC Euro RSCG, Paris.

TVC: Cravendale - Cats with Thumbs

This ad confirms what we've suspected all along - cats are plotting to take over the planet.

Agency: Wieden + Kennedy London.

Inner Nerd Illustration

By Katie Rodgers.. Peg na peg.

Maserati GranTurismo S Limited Edition

Only 12 will be produced and sold exclusively to the Italian market.

According to Miucca Prada

"You cannot do something just for the money. You have to do things you believe in and eventually will make you money." - Miucca Prada

TVC: Nissan Leaf - Gas-Powered Everything

Elegantly executed. If only we could say the same about the car.

Agency: TBWA\Chiat\Day Los Angeles.

Marvel x Toyota Yaris

The Incredible Drive, Part I, starring Dr. Bruce Banner (aka Incredible Hulk) and Dr. Strange.
 

TVC: Snickers Peanut Butter Squared - Focus Group

Cute.

Agency: BBDO New York.
 

Nike Dunk NG SL Golf Collection

Gorgeous. Scheduled to arrive early 2012, a pair of Nike Dunk NG SLs will set you back JPY 12,915 (around USD 166).

Scoobike

If a scooter and a bike had unprotected sex, the result would be the Scoobike. This concept, designed by Ardhyaska Amy, combines push and pedal power to form one cool hybrid bike. Total hipster bait.

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Cathartic Manifesto

By Holstee.

 


Here's the complete manifesto:

"This is your life. Do what you love, and do it often. If you don't like something, change it. If you don't like your job, quit. If you don't have enough time, stop watching TV. If you are looking for the love of your life, stop. They will be waiting for you when you start doing things you love. Stop overanalyzing. Life is simple. Ope your mind, arms, and heart to new things and people. We are united in our differences. Some opportunities only come once, seize them. Travel often; Getting lost will help you find yourself. All emotions are beautiful. When you eat, appreciate every last bite. Ask the next person you see what their passion is. Share your inspiring dream with them. Life is about the people you meet, and the things you create with them. So go out and start creating. Life is short. Live your dream and share your passion."

Moustache Mugs

By Peter Bruegger. Cheeky.

Dolce & Gabbana Spring 2012 Campaign

Shot by Giampaolo Sgura with actress Monica Bellucci and model Bianca Balti, the theme of the campaign is Sicilian families.

Happy Christmas

From my family to yours.

Luxury Tents

By UK-based FieldCandy.

Little Shining Man Kite

This odd-looking cubic mass is actually a kite called the Little Shining Man that was designed by Heather and Ivan Morison.

Made from 23,000 components, including carbon fiber rods held together by nylon connectors, the design is based on the tetra kites of Alexander Graham Bell. 

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House in Horinouchi

Awesome narrow house is awesome. The House in Horinouchi was built by Japanese architectural studio Mizuishi Architect Atelier.

Constructed on a triangular land between a road and a river, the geometric layout of the house makes efficient use of whatever land is available.

London Tube Map In Drinking Straws

By artist Kyle Bean.

Paintings by Felix Hemme

Great texture.

Check out the artist's portfolio here.

Sexy Jelly Donut Paintings

Yup, you read that right: sexy.

These oil paintings are by artist Emily Eveleth, who has been painting donuts for two decades. That dedication is kind of amazing. On why she chose donuts as her subject:

"What I immediately found compelling... was the appeal of the irony in presenting, in a seriously and formally painted manner and on a monumental scale, an object that was at once so ubiquitous, so ordinary, so everyday. The object of my paintings, is not necessarily the subject. But I do like that it keeps coming back to the object. I’m not trying to negate that."

In other news: We are now craving for something cranberry-filled.

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Apple's Original Founding Documents Sold At Auction

The original founding partnership agreement that created the Apple Computer Company was sold at auction for US$1,594,500 on December 13, 2011. Sotheby's handled the auction with a pre-sale estimate of US$150,000 - the winning bidder was Eduardo Cisneros, CEO of Cisneros Corporation, who beat out five other bidders.

Breast Cancer Heroines

This campaign, which features our favorite heroines from DC and Marvel comics, aims to raise awareness of regular breast examinations among women.

Artist: Maisa Chavez
Agency: DDB Mozambique

Catwoman: "There’s no women or superwomen. Everybody has to do the auto-examination monthly."

She-Hulk: "Nobody's immune to breast cancer."

Storm.

Wonder Woman.