Some folks can get terribly carried away when it comes to taking unconventional approaches to their designs. It’s actually pretty amazing just how quickly a design can escalate in terms of going from being unsettling to full-on terrifying. You wouldn’t…
It’s hard to believe that 1980 was 45 years ago—where did the time go? The 1980s were a decade of bold extremes, from outrageous fashion and instantly recognizable design trends to blockbuster movies that still shape pop culture today. It…
Tracing back to the earliest days of skyscraper construction, fearless iron and steelworkers would risk their lives on a daily basis, to help build those larger-than-life towers. The balance and finesse required to accomplish such feats can boggle the mind.…
Carpentry, some would call it the most technical blue collar job. And they wouldn’t be off the mark in the slightest. Setting up the framework for a house can be tedious, and stressful, so these guys deserve some serious appreciation.…
Optical illusions are fascinating visual phenomena that make an image seem like something it isn’t. These illusions can reveal how complex our brain is purely off of how our brain makes us see them. While messing with our brain, illusions…
The ’90s were a fantastic time in the motorcycle community, where innovation and style flooded the industry. It was a decade that saw the birth of some of the most iconic motorcycles in history. These machines not only captured the…
The 1990s weren’t perfect—no decade is—but there’s something about that era that just felt better. Maybe it was the simpler technology, the unforgettable pop culture, or the way we actually…
We all know those people who are so sure of themselves that they can be downright smug about their wrongness. This is a collection of people who are not only…
Firefighters have always been at the front lines of danger, risking their lives to protect others. The 20th century was a time of great change, with advances in technology and…
Commercial fishing has long since been one of the world’s oldest and most physically demanding industries. The skill and overall willpower that’s required to make it through those long stints…
When it comes to luxury, nothing compares to the world of private jets. During the 1980s and 1990s, some of the most iconic aircraft ever built were designed not only…
In a world with so much insane technology, it’s hard to keep up with the new inventions coming out of the woodwork. It’s not likely that new inventions are making…
The 1980s were a golden era for automotive innovation, blending bold designs with raw performance that still echo through the streets today. From turbocharged legends to sleek supercars, the ’80s…
There’s something hauntingly beautiful about the slow decay of once-grand homes. These abandoned mansions, surrendered to the relentless mercy of Mother Nature, quietly whisper stories that have long since faded…
If you’ve ever been in a magical, chaotic, ever unpredictable city like New York then you’ve probably experienced taking the subway. It’s an emotional rollercoaster. While the subway itself is…
Step back in time to the groovy, bold, and sometimes downright unforgettable fashion statements of the 1970s. High school yearbook photos provide a perfect and unseen snapshot of an era…