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Casa Volta

Looking for a unique place to escape with friends and family? Look no further, Casa Volta is a spectacular open-air retreat nestled between the sea and jungle, that invites you to enjoy the wonderful climate of Puerto Escondido, Mexico. Designed by renowned architectural firm Ambrosietchegaray, the unique house reveals itself in the familiar vernacular form of three clay-fired brick vaults inviting guests to a fresh space under them. The house features two bedrooms housed in two of the vaulted spaces, with the third occupied by an open air kitchen-dining space. There are also several courtyards and a beautiful pool that runs trough the center of the house. The impressive property is available for rent though Airbnb.



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THE CRAFT AND THE MAKERS

We have always tried to help get a word out and promote small manufacturers that focus on craftsmanship and aim to create quality products that last and have their own histories. A new book called The Craft and the Makers showcases savvy businesses that have chosen to focus on craftsmanship and are creating things with a soul, every page is a testament to the products created with heart by these artisans, and profiles the small companies as well as the individuals t...
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PUMPKIN TAP KIT

With Halloween just a few days away, you still have time to surprise your guests with a cool pumpkin keg! The Pumpkin Tap Kit is very easy to install, it attaches to an ordinary pumpkin(hollowed-out) and will have you pouring pumpkin cocktails in no time. The kit features a faucet made of brass with chrome finish, a tap faucet, and step-by-step instructions. After use, don´t restrict it to Halloween, this thing is also compatible with watermelons for all year round...
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PO-80 Record Factory

PO-80 record factory is a compact and portable record cutter, made by Teenage Engineering in collaboration with Yuri Suzuki. It lets you engrave and playback 5-inch records with ultra-analog lo-fi sound, simply plug in any audio device to the 3.5 mm audio input and cut your own record in an instant. Yep, it is really that simple. The kit includes everything to assemble it yourself, all you need to do is add your tracks. The PO-80 includes both a tonearm that can pla...
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