Archive for February, 2010

Gary Chang’s Domestic Transformer

This is actually crazy. Hong Kong-based Architect, Gary Chang decided to renovate his 32 square meter apartment where he used to live as a child with his parents, 3 younger sisters and one room was rented out to an outsider. Named the ‘Domestic Transformer‘ this revolutionary flat features a futuristic sliding wall system which enables up to 24 different room combinations. I love the lighting created by the tinted windows, it makes the room feel summery all the time. The giant mirror on the ceiling makes the room feel more spacious and the reflection on the marble is quite classy tbh. More photos and a link to a video after the cut.

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Posted in other by Yin on 26. 02. 10

45 King Produces Hard Knock Life

Well, I came across this a few days ago but haven’t had time to post it as I was working on an essay till 4:30am this morning and I’m already up. Today in my calender is going to be a Red Bull day. Hard Knock Life for me is one of the best Jay-Z tracks ever, the beat is insane. I remember when I first heard it back in the day when I had never heard anything like it. This video gives you both sides of the story in the production of this ghetto anthem; quite incredible as 45 King discovered the sample in a thrift store. Believe it or not, Jay-Z recorded this song in one go. Dopeee. I fully recommend anyone who loves Hip-Hop to watch this.

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Posted in music by Yin on 26. 02. 10

Karate Kid 2010 Trailer #2

A new trailer for the remake of Karate Kid featuring the son of Fresh Prince, Jaden Smith and Jackie Chan just dropped . I wasn’t so sure about remaking a classic after watching the first trailer but now I’m definitely a little annoyed by Hollywood. If ya’ll click play and watch the trailer you’ll know what I mean, Jackie Chan’s character is teaching the kid kung-fu?! Kung-fu in a film that is titled ‘Karate’ Kid. It’s like paying to go watch a football game and when you get there that they’re playing rugby. meh. Trailer on the flipside.

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Posted in film by Yin on 25. 02. 10

Throwback Thursday: 80s Funk

No! It wasn’t our parents who put us up to this one because I know you’re thinking “I know it’s Throwback Thursday but why are they posting these ancient tunes”. Well we love those tracks or should I say ‘Numbas’ our parents used to skank to in their heydays.The 80′s was a time of extravagant fashion senses and people luvin’ up ‘boggie-ing’ scene. These tunes are real funky, I actually caught my mum skankin out in the kitchen one time (yes I did join her) while she was wackin’ up some Jollof Rice!

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Posted in music by Yang on 25. 02. 10

“Seckilling” The New Ebay?

You might think you can grab a quick bargain from ebay but trust me it’s nothing compared to the new online shopping phenomenon that the Chinese have called ‘Seckilling’. The new trend already safe to be called a God send saw a university student grab a flat worth over £75,000 for a mind boggling 10 pence!

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Posted in advertising by Yang on 24. 02. 10

KanyeWest.com 2010

Kanye West has finally unveiled the fresh new look for his infamous blog. Straight away you notice the newly renovated site is a lot cleaner and features bigger blog images but the navigation is a bit of a pain. Most people won’t even notice it at the top with that photo of a half-naked Amber Rose. *drools* Click the image after the cut.

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Posted in other by Yin on 24. 02. 10

ALife Spring 2010 Collection

The ALIFE Spring 2010 collection has just dropped and to me it’s very clean cut. I’ve always loved their simple logo tee as their typography is quite bold and eye catching. This season titles include OG, Grand, Antique A, NY Crack, Cherry Pie, Me & You, and Pop. Each is offered in several color options. I’m definitely liking the ‘me & you, both’ long sleeve tops. Sneakers wise, they have an extensive range of canvas and cursive Everybody Lows, lux suede and lux leather Everybody Highs as well as Indoor Highs, Indoor Lows, Shell Toe Heys, Public Estate Mids, Chuck Toes, Kennedy Highs, Public Navals, Chuck Navals and more. I quite like most of the smarter looking footwear, especially the earthy tones that are featured. A few years ago I’d hate those colors…what is happening to me?! full collection after the cut.

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Posted in fashion by Yin on 24. 02. 10