Float House

This stunning project sought inspiration in Brazilian indigenous architectures, the result of hot and humid climates such as the location of the house, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro. Designed by Mareines & Patalano Architects, this beach home is covered by a giant leaf-shaped roof that protects every room in the house from the sun, as well as the spaces between them. These spaces represent the essence of the project, making it possible to interact closer with n...
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Next time you engage in an office rubber band warfare, pull out the Rubber Band Machine Gun and make everyone surrender. This crazy contraption is capable of firing 672 rubber bands in an impressive 48 seconds! The all-wooden, fully-automatic machine gun includes 16 barrels capable of holding multiple bands each, and a fully automatic trigger mechanism activated by a small electric engine, fed by 5 AA batteries. This bad boy can fire rubber bands at a ra...
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With 120 square feet of floor space, the Safari Tent by Barebones takes your base camp to an all new level. No more awkward squatting through your tiny tent in the middle of the night, this thing sleeps 8 comfortably thanks to its huge living space. The structure is made of heavy-duty aluminum and is covered with a weatherproof Cordura shell and floor, keeping out the wrath of Mother Nature during your luxurious camping trip. via Also available from amazon....
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