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A Table That Turns Your Kitchen Into Mini Ecosystem [UPDATED] Convenience and efficiency are king when it comes to product design. What could be more efficient than a natural ecosystem? That's the insight behind a "living kitchen" designed by the brilliant young design studio Studio Gorm.

They looked at what we have in our kitchens--fruits, vegetables, organic waste--and figured: That's actually enough to create a miniature system for watering fresh herbs, composting the waste, and generating new soil. None of the elements is brand new to this product, but their integration wins points for ergonomics and ease. Maybe what's most surprising is that Studio Gorm isn't based in the Netherlands or Scandinavia--but rather in Eugene, Oregon. Check out some of Studio Gorm's other designs, including a modular furniture system of pegs and boards; an elegant Egyptian-inspired chair; a handsome adjustable lamp; and an overhead light inspired by--of all things--a falafel container. Living in a Shell - Nautilus House. Brilliant Stairs photos - StumbleUpon.

Staircase at the Musée national Gustave Moreau, Paris. Tutorials/List of things to do to your shelter. Shelters are created by players to essentially pass the night and fend off mobs. A list of shelter design and tutorials are as follows. Some Types of Shelters to Consider[edit | edit source] An example of a large shelter. A mountain hideoutA small dirt shack (Good for the first night)Small one or two story houseLarge 2 or 3 story houseA hill fortA treehouseAn underground shelterA small fortA larger fort or castleA walled off area (Even if there is no ceiling, it will still let you sleep if it's closed off)A very large castle (about 40×40×23)A mansion (Bigger than 30×30×10)A cabinA dugout(When making it, you will gain and not use blocks,unless you run into an opening that you want to block off.)

Generally you will want to start basic, don't over-exert yourself on the first day! Shelters for the first night[edit | edit source] Here are some options for a shelter on your first night that can be built with limited resources. Hole in the wall[edit | edit source] Atop a pillar[edit | edit source] Zoo. Basketball Court Converted to Fantastic Home. “The Apartment” group worked on everything from the architecture to the decor. New building techniques were applied and even an indoor garden was built. “The Apartment” group wanted to retain some of elements of the old basketball court, and so decided to keep the basketball court flooring in the private areas of the house, such as this bedroom.

The wallpaper was even designed by “The Apartment” company themselves. A 12-person home theater was installed. A 30-foot long kitchen was designed and built by “The Apartment.” Upon its realization, the “basketball apartment” was the setting for various tv shows, movies, and photo-shoots, including “Ugly Betty” and the film, “Music and Lyrics.” Images are via The Behance Network. Victor - en bildblogg.