James Bond 24: It's called SPECTRE & 007 gets a new Aston Martin DB10

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The upcoming 24th James Bond film will be titled 'Spectre'. All the regular cast are back from SkyFall, with the addition of Christoph Waltz who will be playing supervillian Blofeld?? (at least that's what we think) and Andrew Scott from Sherlock fame. Oh and there's a new Aston Martin, the DB10 !!!

Cool Spaces For Work: Stair doubles as seating for staff meetings

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 A new trend in the modern business world, extra wide stairs double as seating & for staff meetings. This unique method turns wasted space into a focal design feature in the modern open plan office.

McLaren P1 v Porsche 918 Spyder. Evo Track Battle Video

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The McLaren P1 and Porsche 918 Spyder are two of the quickest supercars on the planet. But which is the fastest around the spectacular Anglesey Circuit? Evo's Jethro Bovingdon attaches the Vbox timing kit and finds out.... Must see video!!

Cliff House by Modscape - Waking up with a view

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Cliff House concept by Modscape was designed to work with the enormous cliffs on the coast of Victoria, Australia. Literally hangs off a cliff face, the design uses engineered steel pins that drive into the rock, thereby keeping the home attached to the cliff.

Henry Graves Supercomplication by Patek Philippe sells for record $24 million

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 Henry Graves Supercomplication by Patek Philippe just sold for $24 million -- a record at auction. First commissioned in 1925, the Supercomplication has an astounding 24 complications, making it the most complicated watch ever made by any watchmaker without the aid of computer technology.

Ultimate Leica Camera Collection

Ultimate Leica Camera Collection, M6, M7 M8 digital rangefinder
 One of the most legendary names in photography, Leica popularized 35mm film and is perhaps best known for its iconic rangefinder cameras, which have been in production since the 1930’s.

McLaren P13 - Teaser Pics & Black Swan Moments Video Series

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McLaren Automotive teased us today with images of the highly anticipated entry-level ‘Sports Series’ car codenamed P13. Likely to be officially revealed at the 2015 Geneva Auto show and hitting showrooms later in the year with the ‘500S’ name plate

Peugeot Onyx Concept Bicycle

Peugeot Onyx Concept Bike by DesignLab Tri Bikes
 As direct result of Peugeot Cycles extensive bicycle racing experience, 
the Onyx concept bike looks to the future of time trial bikes with an original, modern and super-efficient design.

Handmade Paper Sculptures by PaperWolf

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Wolfram Kampffmeyer, German based artist starting with creating virtual 3D models, with eventually translated even better to building from paper. Designed by a creative mind, prepared and optimized on the computer - assembled by YOU!

Steve Jobs - New unseen pictures in ‘Fearless Genius: The Digital Revolution in Silicon Valley’

Steve Jobs Apple Next ‘Fearless Genius: The Digital Revolution in Silicon Valley’ by Doug Menuez
An eye-opening chronicle of the Silicon Valley technology boom, capturing key moments in the careers of Steve Jobs and more than seventy other leading innovators as they created today’s digital world. 

Outta-the-door Reminder

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Ever walk out the door and worry minutes later whether you turned out the lights or more importantly, the stove?? How about if you had the ‘Off’ installed!

MB&F HM6 Space Pirate - A watch from out of this world

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MB&F is not known for making your conventional watch, and with the HM6 Space Pirate they don’t disappoint. Inspired by a Japanese Manga cartoon, hand crafted out of titanium and limited to 50 units worldwide.

‘Airport from the Air’ via a Drone in Mexico City

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Mexico-based Postandfly offers us a very rare point of view, as they where given access to fly a drone around Mexico City International Airport, with permission and supervision of the relevant authorities. See the video after the link.

Grid Sink by Lago

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This has to be one of the most unique sinks we’ve come across. Showcased during Milan Design Week 2011, offering functionality & clean lines.

Tastefully Modern Distrito Capital Hotel

Modern Distrito Capital Hotel, Mexico City okokono @ okokno.com
The tastefully Modern Distrito Capital Hotel, in Mexico City. Offering dazzling panoramic views and double-height ceilings are a few of the eye-catching highlights of Distrito Capital.

2014 National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest Winners

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Winners of this years National Geographic Traveler Photo Contest were announced few weeks back. First place going to Marko Korošec with The Independence Day: storm chasing expeditions in Tornado Alley in the U.S

PlayBulb - A Light bulb & Wireless Speaker

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MIPOW PLAYBULB is a Bluetooth Smart LED speaker light, allowing you to combine your light with music and control, both from your mobile device.

ClickTape - Traditional Tape Dispenser Redefined


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The ClickTape dispenser is a redesign of the traditional tape dispenser. It's design is unique, minimalistic and more important ... Functional!


Lamborghini's of Japan's Yakuza underworld : Underground Hero - Love To Hate Me

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.com/2014/05/lamborghinis-of-japans-yakuza.html
 A short video looking at Yakuza (organized crime syndicates) in Tokyo's underground with their over the top flash Lamborghini's - If you grew up watching Miami Vice, you'll love the feel of this video.

Matt Hunter Defying Gravity on his Mountain Bike

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Matt Hunter once again shows us just how low you can go when ripping it up on the trail bike. That's a real image, not Photoshop! Check out the video.

Quattro Teapot by Snezana Jeremic

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The vertical, rectangular design makes pouring and transporting a cinch thanks to it's simple, yet highly functional handle that also acts as a base. Just tip it to poor, or reverse the base to the upwards position to carry it around.

Floating house by Dymitr Malcew

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Designed for people who appreciate freedom and nature at their doorstep. House offers 2 luxurious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, kitchen and generous terrace. 

Stunning Animals Photo Thread

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.ca/2014/04/stunning-animals-photos.html
These amazing photos collected from various photographers. Animals, Nature and Beauty caught on Camera, too good not to share. Take a look and see what you think.

Perpetual Calendar by Arina Pozdnyak

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.ca/2014/04/perpetual-calendar-by-arina-pozdnyak.html

The Perpetual Calendar is a poster and calendar project by Saint-Pétersbourg based graphic designer Arina Pozdnyak. This minimalistic approach excludes the days and dates, while focusing only the month and landscape photography.

Men with Style - Photo Thread

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.ca/2014/04/men-with-style-photo-thread.html

Light is Time by Citizen | Milan Design Week

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During this years Milan Design Week, Citizen featured an installation 'Light is Time' by renowned architect Tsuyoshi Tane at Triennale di Milano

Zoey and Jasper - A Boy & His Dog

Zoey and Jasper - A Boy & His Dog by Grace Chon okokno ok ok no
Commercial photographer Grace Chon has created a series of photos with her 10 month old son Jasper & their dog Zoey in matching outfits.

Curious Cheetah captured by Photographer Bobby-Jo Clow

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While out on a safari outing in the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania - photographer Bobby-Jo Clow captured some amazing up close photo's of a curious Cheetah.

Photographer Sebastian Stocker's Rock Climber


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Photographer Sebastian Stocker captures a unique perspective of a climber gripping onto a rocky ledge. His hand covered in power to get a better grip, the climber is left holding onto dear life while his fingers seem to be slipping. The photographer manages to translate the adventurer's.

Ink Calendar - Track days like never before


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“Ink Calendar” was a very simple idea by London-based artist Oscar Diaz, in which the calendar makes use the timed pace of the ink spreading on the paper to indicate time. It's simplicity is pure genius!

Koenigsegg One:1 HyperCar Revealed

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.com/2014/02/koenigsegg-one1-hypercar-revealed.html

Koenigsegg revealed the highly anticipated One:1 - The name refers to the power-to-weight ratio of the vehicle: a weight of 1360kg and 1360 horsepower, which is set to become the world's fastest production car!

Oscar Nominees Recreated as Lego Movies




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 Yahoo Movies imagines what Lego-fied versions of the Academy's Best Picture nominees might look like. The Gravity version is our favourite!!

Creative 'Faces' by Victor Nunes

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.com/2014/02/creative-faces-by-victor-nunes.html
Artist Victor Nunes creates fantastic photos showing ordinary objects with some playful illustrations. With a few pencil strokes, a dash of humour results in some unique images.

Sunday Times Icons - One Actor in Six Iconic Scenes

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A must watch, this incredible short film called "Icons", moves one actor into multiple iconic scenes in a SINGLE shot. Created for the Sunday Times Magazine, watch the actor transforming from the Thinker, Mad Men, Michelangelo to Reservoir Dogs and finishing with Daft Punk.

Sun House by Guz Architects

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.com/2014/01/sun-house-by-guz-architects.html
Beautiful home in Singapore, created with an open courtyard featuring a private oasis, with ponds, pool, to complement this contemporary look. Whether your sitting inside or outside, the whole space is luxurious without trying too hard.

Madison Street Bicycle by Detroit Bicycle Company

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'The Madison Street' copper-plated Fixed Bicycle by Detroit Bicycle Company is hand made with the finest parts & exquisite craftsmanship.

Comprised with Columbus SL CRO-Mo tubing, Nova lugs, Campagnolo and Cinelli parts, track rims with Vittoria Zaffiro tires, a Brooks leather saddle and finished off with the fork, stem, seatpost and seatstays are plated with shiny copper.  Prices start at $3,200

Voyage to the edge of space . . . for $75,000


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World View Enterprises is offering a 'World View Experience' for those willing to pony up $75,000 to journey 19 miles (30 kilometers) up into earth's atmosphere using a pressurized luxury capsule via a balloon.

The flight up would take approximately 90 minutes, for a duration of two hours with a descent of 40 minutes. They are looking at 2016 to begin the journeys.


Bendable Door by Matharoo Associates

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What an incredible door - Matharoo Associates of India created this remarkable Teak door, which almost appears to bend open with a tug at the handle.

Omega Speedmaster Mark II Reissue Watch For 2014

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.com/2014/01/omega-speedmaster-mark-ii-reissue-watch.html
The year was 1969 and Omega introduced the Speedmaster Mark II - a watch with strong foundations from the outgoing Speedmaster.

‘Star Wars’ Toys - Convincingly made to look Life Like

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There so many people out there posting photo's of lego's, action figures & toys to create shots that look like they belong in movies, but photographer Vesa Lehtimäki's Flickr page is a standout. Here are some of our favourites.

Japanese Home with a 3 Car Lift


http://okoknoinc.blogspot.com/2014/01/japanese-home-with-3-car-lift.html
Architect Kenji Yanagawa have designed a hillside home in Kurakuen, Japan with a unique twist. With space being at such a premium, the architects came up with a very creative solution for car storage: a vertical elevator, that blends into the hillside.

A two-story elevator park the cars vertically in an elevator visible from the interior of the home and easily accessible from the main level via a vertical entry and a small courtyard.


Formula 1 // Retro liveries by Escape Artist

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What would it look like if the team liveries from years gone by were still in use today. Featuring some iconic race cars like the Williams FW14, McLaren's MP4/4 and former Team Benetton with it's B192.

Honest Slogans

http://okoknoinc.blogspot.com/2014/01/honest-slogans.html
A series of modified slogan's . . . re-imagining how many of us perceive the goods & services the corporate world is trying to peddle. Take a look and see what you think.