http://www.trendhunter.com/ http://www.trendhunter.com/images/TrendHunterLogo120x30.gif http://www.trendhunter.com/ 120 30 Regional Trends en Copyright 2009 2009-07-11T19:09:55Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bill-gates-patent-control-weather ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If Bill Gates has his way, the intensity of natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina can be lessened or thwarted entirel—and he’s already filed a patent in this endeavor to control the weather. According… Technology Trends and Gadgets Business Trends New Ventures and Start Ups Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bill-gates-patent-control-weather 2009-07-11T14:09:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exit-strategy-nyc-iphone-app ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Taking public transit is good on the environment and wallet (generally), but can be a serious hassle. Exit Strategy NYC is an app that is going to make subway rides as efficient as possible. While Exit… Technology Trends and Gadgets Mobile Phones Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Travel Hot Spots http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exit-strategy-nyc-iphone-app 2009-07-09T20:29:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yuppie-locator-townme-manhattan ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Who is interested in census data besides the government? The Yuppie Locator on Townme, that’s who (and as a result, me). The Yuppie Locator compiles data about yuppies, baby mamas, baby daddies, cougars,… Life Stages Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yuppie-locator-townme-manhattan 2009-07-09T18:39:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patriotic-pillows-love-california-US ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Love your state? Love pillows? Then you will especially enjoy these colorful pillows from Love California’s Etsy shop. For $32US you could be the proud owner of a plushie representation of your favorite… Modern Art and Design Trends Home Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patriotic-pillows-love-california-US 2009-07-08T23:49:50Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-pinocchio-alex-pinna ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Alex Pinna has made Pinocchio go from a boy whose nose grows long to a boy whose legs grow long… very long! The 50-foot ‘Big Pinocchio’ statue has now found a permanent home in Tortoli, Italy (not a bad… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-pinocchio-alex-pinna 2009-07-08T01:29:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryan-mcginnesss-wallpapers ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Ryan McGinness has created some wonderful wallpaper works featuring droplets containing intricate patterns and images of things like chandeliers. If you’re into modern art and plan on being in Spain… Modern Art and Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryan-mcginnesss-wallpapers 2009-07-06T14:30:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdcage-lanterns-maubeuge ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Hanging off the docks in Maubeuge, these jaulas de lux (luxury cages) add a soothing ambiance to what appears to be the Sambre canal. 70 glowing gold birdcages serve as dazzling illuminations to help enhance… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdcage-lanterns-maubeuge 2009-07-06T14:09:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mannahatta-project ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Mannahatta Project explores what Manhattan was like in 1609, well before the area became defined by manmade landmarks like the Empire State Building and Madison Square Garden. The Mannahatta Project… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Modern Art and Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mannahatta-project 2009-07-05T15:29:26Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-designed-subway-maps-michael-hertzs ]]> (TrendHunter.com) There are some people that just blow me away with the ideas that come to their minds and Michael Hertz is one of these people. The designer of this re-designed NYC subway map gave Manhattan a whole new… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Viral Humor and Comedy Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/re-designed-subway-maps-michael-hertzs 2009-07-04T00:20:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/33-spainnovations-real-madrid ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you thought Real Madrid was done after signing Christiano Ronaldo, you were wrong. Spain is full of art, architecture, culture, and overall life and now thanks to Real Madrid, they can welcome Karim… Lifestyle Trends Sports and Sports Equipment Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Travel Hot Spots Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/33-spainnovations-real-madrid 2009-07-03T13:39:59Z http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/global-warming-innovations ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Global warming is a very serious threat to the lives of not only our endangered species, but every species of animal and humanity itself. With ice melting steadily, many have decided to take action against… Environmental Trends Lifestyle Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel News and World Events Regional Trends Clusters and Top Lists http://www.trendhunter.com/slideshow/global-warming-innovations 2009-07-02T20:10:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeff-koons-exhibit ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Jeff Koons is a celebrated artist, and while his artwork is well known, it’s never been seen like this. The Serpentine Gallery in London, UK is showing a collection of private and public pieces by the… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Live Arts Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeff-koons-exhibit 2009-07-02T15:39:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-balconies-the-ledge-at-chicago-sears-tower-open-to-the-public ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Skydeck Chicago opens to the public on the 2nd of July 2009. The glass-floored architecture is located on the 103rd floor of the Sears Tower. The see-through balconies protrude 4 feet from the building… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glass-balconies-the-ledge-at-chicago-sears-tower-open-to-the-public 2009-07-02T10:39:00Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stoner-wallabies-opium-poppy-tasmanian-crop-circles ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The mystery of recent crop circles sighted in Tasmania has been solved: Wallabies have been eating poppy heads which make them high. The intoxicated marsupials hop around in circles before crashing. Apparently,… Environmental Trends Science and Discovery Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stoner-wallabies-opium-poppy-tasmanian-crop-circles 2009-06-28T09:30:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/felix-lobelius-kaffe ]]> (TrendHunter.com) When coffee shop ‘Kaffe’ was opening, the owners decided to enlist Felix Lobelius to create the store design. Felix Lobelius came up with a stark black-and-white chalkboard design and made it all look… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Lifestyle Trends Drinking and Alcohol Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/felix-lobelius-kaffe 2009-06-25T20:29:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-inaba-pool-noodle-chair ]]> (TrendHunter.com) As part of No Soul for Sale, an art exhibition currently happening in New York City, Jeffrey Inaba created ‘Pool Noodle Roof.’ ‘Pool Noodle Roof’ is made of 150 chairs made of pool noodles. Jeffrey Inaba's… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Furniture Design Live Arts Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeffrey-inaba-pool-noodle-chair 2009-06-25T16:49:55Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sing-london-street-piano ]]> (TrendHunter.com) As part of the Sing London Festival, Luke Jerram created ‘Play me, I’m Yours,’ an art installation and song-worthy idea. ‘Play me, I’m Yours’ is a simple idea—set up 30 pianos throughout London, UK, and… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Music Movies and Media Modern Art and Design Trends Live Arts Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Social Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sing-london-street-piano 2009-06-25T13:59:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brewery-site-copenhagen ]]> (TrendHunter.com) If you've ever though strolling a downtown waterfront was boring, wait 'til you see The Brewery Site in Copenhagen. When it is completed, it will be full of attractions for young and old alike -- it's… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brewery-site-copenhagen 2009-06-25T13:09:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/europe-by-designers ]]> (TrendHunter.com) The Hype-Up Gallery (HUG) challenged designers from across Europe to send in a collection of art that gave their interpretation of the continent. “Europe By Designers,” was unveiled in 2008 and the entries… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/europe-by-designers 2009-06-24T01:29:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycling-with-philosopy-zechenkind-is-making-accessoires-of-coal-miners-cl ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Anika Beller-Kraft’s new brand Zechekind (“coal mine child”) is comprised of bags and accessories made from used coal miner’s clothing. Zechekind is based in Dortmund, a German city that is known as… Environmental Trends Style and Fashion Trends Jewelry and Accessories Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recycling-with-philosopy-zechenkind-is-making-accessoires-of-coal-miners-cl 2009-06-20T19:29:54Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-island1 ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Shenzhen was awarded the ‘City of Design’ in 2008 by UNESCO. Living up to that status, their new landmark cultural and transportation hub will be built by Dutch architects (OMA) and Shenzhen-based architects… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystal-island1 2009-06-19T14:49:57Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girlie-chinese-paintings-up-coming-artist-chen-ke-paints-girls-in-all-shape ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A lot of amazing young artists are emerging out of China; one of my favorites is Chen Ke. She makes these stunning images of cute little girls. Chen Ke's paintings bear references to cartoon art with… Modern Art and Design Trends Modern Art Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/girlie-chinese-paintings-up-coming-artist-chen-ke-paints-girls-in-all-shape 2009-06-19T11:49:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-towers-cairo-zaha-hadid ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Zaha Hadid is one of the most renown architects of our time, and illustrations for Stone Towers in Cairo, Egypt show she's not about the slow down. The Stone Towers in Cairo will complement Expo City… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Global Trends and Hip Travel Hip Hotels and Reviews Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-towers-cairo-zaha-hadid 2009-06-16T04:20:02Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicolas-sarkozys-2030-grand-paris ]]> (TrendHunter.com) President Nicolas Sarkozy of France is determined to architecturally redesign the capital as the ‘Grand Paris’ Metropolis, and he’s enlisted winners of Le Grand Paris de l’Agglomération Parisienne to do… Environmental Trends Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nicolas-sarkozys-2030-grand-paris 2009-06-16T00:09:51Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cnnfail-iran ]]> (TrendHunter.com) In the aftermath of the Iran elections, Twitter users are letting their fingers do the talking, expressing their dismay at CNN’s coverage using the hashtag #CNNfail. According to Twitter users, CNN hasn’t… Pop Culture and Internet Trends Cool Websites and Internet Culture Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Social Trends Political Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cnnfail-iran 2009-06-14T18:29:33Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-high-quiffs-denise-boomkens-nyc-shoot-matches-skyscrapers-and-hairdos ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Photographer Denise Boomkens uses the New York City skyline as a backdrop for her ‘NYC’ shoot. Judging from the sky-high quiff that Boomkens’ model rocks, it’s clear that skyscrapers were used as fashion… Modern Art and Design Trends Modern Art Style and Fashion Trends Hair Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-high-quiffs-denise-boomkens-nyc-shoot-matches-skyscrapers-and-hairdos 2009-06-13T14:30:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escalator-umeda-sky-building ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Behold the Umeda Sky Building, an architectural masterpiece that is not only a marvel from the outside, but houses one of the most fabulous escalators in the world. The escalator in the Umeda Sky Building… Modern Art and Design Trends Architecture Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escalator-umeda-sky-building 2009-06-13T02:00:40Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brad-pitt-traffic-cop-siberia ]]> (TrendHunter.com) We all assume Brad Pitt is good looking enough to stop traffic. Russian Police in Siberia are hoping to put that idea to good use by using life-sized cardboard cut-outs of the celebrity to slow traffic.… Celebrity News Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends Unique and Bizarre http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brad-pitt-traffic-cop-siberia 2009-06-12T12:49:58Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-the-yigal-azrouel-cruise-2010-collection ]]> (TrendHunter.com) Western culture is beginning to embrace middle eastern culture with the popularization of turbans in fashion. For the Yigal Azrouel Cruise 2010 Collection, there is a colorful collection of urban-chic… Style and Fashion Trends Hip Fashion Trends Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fashion-the-yigal-azrouel-cruise-2010-collection 2009-06-12T03:40:01Z http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-series-by-fernando-and-humberto-campanas ]]> (TrendHunter.com) A collection of chairs, sofas, tables, stools and bowls by Campanas (Fernando and Humberto of Brazil) have Asian culinary influences. The duo started with favelas, overlapping pieces of fabric together… Modern Art and Design Trends Design Trends Furniture Design Home Trends Lifestyle Trends Life and Hobbies Global Trends and Hip Travel Regional Trends http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-series-by-fernando-and-humberto-campanas 2009-06-12T02:09:50Z