All the world’s a stage… But this stage is so spectacular, unique and astounding that one wishes the world as of today seems to pale in comparison. The Puppet Theater that was specially created at Carpenter Centre for the Visual Arts at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the building looks as dazzling and out-of-this world as any other theater that one could conjure up. Designed by French conceptual artist Pierre Huyghe and Harvard assistant professor of architecture, Michael Meredith and a team of GSD students at the university, the modern puppet theater incorporates in its structure metaphorical identities of an egg, a seed, a tumor, an alien spacecraft, and Le Corbusier’s brain.
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When it comes to living the good life, the rich are the ultimate at it. Pullman Paris Bercy’s hotel room is furnished with and reeks of such uber luxury that even a seemingly rich person would be cautious about stepping in.

Pullman Paris Bercy’s hotel room is what Diana Plater describes as the hotel room of the future. The enormity of the luxury within is physically palpable before you even enter the room for access to the front door is done via a mobile phone. This is done with a special technology currently available only on Samsung phones, though the service would be available on other phone within three years, according to Accor Hotels.  Once inside, one may lose himself at the sight of the 1.2m thin television that seems to hang midair and provides you with perfect visual plus 5.1 surround sound.

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A year ago, there was a buzz about the concept-based TV from Brionvega – the Brionvega Alpha. And now to my much surprise, the company has finally unveiled “the new generation of Brionvega.’ Based on the modernist classics of Le Corbusier and Breuer, the TV features a 19-inch LCD screen installed within a chrome screen, an incorporated DVD player that comes with audio playback plus an iPod-shaped die-cast aluminum remote. It also offers you an option to get digital tuner fixed-in for additional amount.

It is available in three lively shades i.e. orange, silver and black and bears the starting price of €1,950 (£1,525; $3,000).

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Now the tables are turning. Your pet won’t jump in your bedroom to have a good sleep but the possibility is you might rush on his sofa for a tight sleep. Yes, even the definition of home écor has undergone a dialysis, revamping the entire personality of your home. Away from the beautiful accessories, designer outlets today are engaged in producing designer furniture for you, your kids and your faithful dog.

The latest accessory that is in demand is the sofa cum bed for your pets. Inspired in the classical tradition of Le Corbusier designs, this is an interesting model made in Italy.

“If you love your dog and you love furniture, consider getting yourself and your mutt a Dog Sofa. This piece comes with all sorts of options including size, color and construction materials. The cover is both removable and washable, which is a must for dog furniture in my opinion.”

Price: $248 – $774

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