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Bizarre, Wacky & Awesome: Public Art Around the World

Art (literally) comes in all shapes, sizes, mediums, and perspectives. Similarly, public art fulfills a variety of purposes: it brings color to dark cities, visually comments on important social issues, creates conversation between people and their surroundings, and entertains both locals and tourists. No two pieces are quite alike, as...

By Kiri Picone • Jun 10, 2015

Bizarre, Wacky & Awesome: Public Art Around the World

Art (literally) comes in all shapes, sizes, mediums, and perspectives. Similarly, public art fulfills a variety of purposes: it brings color to dark cities, visually comments on important social issues, creates conversation between people and their surroundings, and entertains both locals and tourists. No two pieces are quite alike, as...

By Kiri Picone • June 10, 2015

Vintage Portland: The City Of Roses Over Time

From a strip of land that cost just 25 cents to one of the nations most important cities, see vintage Portland in all its glory.

By Kiri Picone • Apr 19, 2015

Vintage Portland: The City Of Roses Over Time

From a strip of land that cost just 25 cents to one of the nations most important cities, see vintage Portland in all its glory.

By Kiri Picone • April 19, 2015

This Is What The World’s Greenest City Looks Like

A place that embraces efficient public transportation, accessible green space and harnesses the power of nature isn’t a utopian fantasy; it’s the capital of Denmark. Recently, the Global Green Economy Index gave Copenhagen the title of “greenest city in the world” with a perfect score of 100 in terms of...

By Susan Sims • Mar 25, 2015

This Is What The World’s Greenest City Looks Like

A place that embraces efficient public transportation, accessible green space and harnesses the power of nature isn’t a utopian fantasy; it’s the capital of Denmark. Recently, the Global Green Economy Index gave Copenhagen the title of “greenest city in the world” with a perfect score of 100 in terms of...

By Susan Sims • March 25, 2015

This Urban Treehouse Is Cooler Than Any Apartment

Located in Turin, Italy, 25 Verde is every city-dwelling, nature-loving person's dream.

By All That's Interesting • Mar 14, 2015

This Urban Treehouse Is Cooler Than Any Apartment

Located in Turin, Italy, 25 Verde is every city-dwelling, nature-loving person's dream.

By All That's Interesting • March 14, 2015

These Pictures Of Vintage Detroit Will Surprise You

In spite of its infrastructure and landmarks, a city is not immortal. These vintage Detroit photos serve as a reminder of that.

By Kiri Picone • Mar 12, 2015

These Pictures Of Vintage Detroit Will Surprise You

In spite of its infrastructure and landmarks, a city is not immortal. These vintage Detroit photos serve as a reminder of that.

By Kiri Picone • March 12, 2015

The 10 Greenest Cities On Earth

The world's greenest cities are doing their part to reduce global temperatures' ascension into the red. Which cities do you think are leading the way?

By Susan Sims • Jan 28, 2015

The 10 Greenest Cities On Earth

The world's greenest cities are doing their part to reduce global temperatures' ascension into the red. Which cities do you think are leading the way?

By Susan Sims • January 28, 2015

Vintage Las Vegas: From Humble City To Desert Metropolis

Before towering hotels and brightly lit casinos covered the strip, vintage Las Vegas was a humble gambling town in the middle of the desert.

By Kiri Picone • Jan 4, 2015

Vintage Las Vegas: From Humble City To Desert Metropolis

Before towering hotels and brightly lit casinos covered the strip, vintage Las Vegas was a humble gambling town in the middle of the desert.

By Kiri Picone • January 4, 2015

Meet Jim Bachor, The Chicago Artist Who Transforms Potholes Into Whimsical Works Of Art

Ever since 2014, guerilla artist Jim Bachor has been creating mosaics to beautify the streets of Chicago — one pothole at a time.

By All That's Interesting • Nov 15, 2014

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Meet Jim Bachor, The Chicago Artist Who Transforms Potholes Into Whimsical Works Of Art

Ever since 2014, guerilla artist Jim Bachor has been creating mosaics to beautify the streets of Chicago — one pothole at a time.

By All That's Interesting • November 15, 2014

25 Beautiful Istanbul Pictures That Capture One Of Earth’s Greatest Cities

Istanbul is the largest city of the Republic of Turkey. With a massive population of 14.1 million, the city is the largest in Europe, second largest in the Middle East and fifth largest in the world. A truly transcontinental city, Istanbul spans across the Bosporus Strait, claiming Europe and Asia...

By Susan Sims • Oct 5, 2014

25 Beautiful Istanbul Pictures That Capture One Of Earth’s Greatest Cities

Istanbul is the largest city of the Republic of Turkey. With a massive population of 14.1 million, the city is the largest in Europe, second largest in the Middle East and fifth largest in the world. A truly transcontinental city, Istanbul spans across the Bosporus Strait, claiming Europe and Asia...

By Susan Sims • October 5, 2014

23 Powerful Photographs of Vintage San Francisco

San Francisco is best known for the lazy fog that drapes its steep, geometric hills. The city, which was first founded in June 1776, is home to a number of beloved tourist attractions and landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. In this gallery of vintage San Francisco...

By Kiri Picone • Oct 2, 2014

23 Powerful Photographs of Vintage San Francisco

San Francisco is best known for the lazy fog that drapes its steep, geometric hills. The city, which was first founded in June 1776, is home to a number of beloved tourist attractions and landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. In this gallery of vintage San Francisco...

By Kiri Picone • October 2, 2014