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Remembering Choi Bul-am, a familiar presence across generations
Choi Bul-am died on October 29. His roles in Chief Inspector and Country Diaries, his work on Korean Cuisine and Dining, and decades of support for children remain part of his legacy.
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Recovering speech from the vibrations of a bag of chips
A high-speed camera records the tiny vibrations sound produces in a thin surface. A seemingly still bag of chips becomes a visual record of sound.
Al Bahr Towers fold their sunshades with the sun
Abu Dhabi’s Al Bahr Towers regulate daylight with folding shades outside the glazing. A traditional lattice screen inspired the moving façade.
Braun’s SK4 keeps the mechanism visible under a clear lid
The 1956 Braun SK4 combines a white metal body, wooden sides, and a transparent lid. Dieter Rams and Hans Gugelot’s design keeps the turntable and controls in view.
A time bank exchanges hours of help
A time bank records hours of help in a shared system. Credit earned by helping one member can be used to receive help from another.
A small artwork from a former cigarette machine
Art-o-mat converts disused cigarette machines into art dispensers. Each piece needs packaging sized for the mechanism and a clear introduction to its maker.
A map that puts connections before distance
Harry Beck turned the London Underground map into a diagram of station order and connections. Relaxing geographical accuracy made the network easier to read.
GoodGym combines exercise with neighborhood volunteering
GoodGym brings running, walking, and cycling together with community volunteering in the UK. Group outings and sessions that meet on site have different schedules and entry requirements.
Swift bricks leave room for a bird’s nest
Swift bricks create nesting spaces inside building walls. British conservation guidance considers the cavity, entrance, and flight path together.