The new Vespa 46 combines the classic form of the iconic Vespa with modern elements. The result is a stunning vehicle encompassing a perfect blend of retro styling with modern technology.

Piaggio Vespa 46 was first presented to the public at the EICMA 2011 in Milan and is set for release during 2012. The design is inspired by the MP6 prototype, which was designed back in 1946 and gave birth to the most famous scooter in the world, the Vespa, a stunning example of Italian style and creativity. Piaggio’s newest creation pays homage to the legendary MP6 with a distinctive logo reading Quarantasei (forty six). Distilling the essence of Vespa tradition and innovation, Vespa 46 combines vintage styling and modern technology in the best possible way.

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Korean artist and sculptor Yong Ho Ji creates amazing sculptures, using recycled tires. His creations represent real animals, as well as animal-human and animal-animal hybrids, which remind us of mythological creatures.

His technique is very distinctive impressive to look at. He meticulously joins layers upon layers of cut rubber strips, in order to shape flesh, muscles and other awesome anatomical details that really bring his fantastic creatures to life. Yong Ho Ji’s creations are very unique, beautiful and yet somehow disturbing, due to their dark, aggressive styling.

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Canadian company blk. Beverages invites you to enjoy the dark side of water. blk. water is not some new kind of beverage, it is a strange drink by design, a black colored water.

Except the innovative concept, blk. black water stands out for its creative packaging. Using cleverly designed typography, a hidden message is slowly unveiled while the product is consumed, provoking you to “Enjoy The Dark Side”. All this with just with a minimal black and white print, simply brilliant.

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Urban creature moneybox by London based Vitamin is one really modern looking moneybox and will store your hard earned money in style.

If you are familiar with any of the products created by Vitamin, it is probably their “urban gnomes” since they are carried by several design and lifestyle stores worldwide. The Urban Creatures range has since spawned other variations of the original design and one of those is the Urban Creature moneybox.

You can easily feed this funny looking creature with notes and coins through its mouth. Once you require access to your funds you can make a withdrawal through its feet.

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This modern, beautiful and unique staircase is located in the main living area of a house in Liben, Prague, Czech Republic. It was designed by HSH Architects and the design was inspired by a rippling ribbon.

Floating staircases are ideal for modern interiors, as they look stylish and elegant. The Ribbon Staircase by HSH Architects is a fine example of a minimalist floating staircase. The staircase was awarded the Certificate of Merit in the grand prix of the Czech Society of Architects in 2002.

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The Nooka Strip belt is a funky belt featuring an innovative “snap and release” closure system that allows the wearer to adjust it to their exact waist size.

The body of the belt is made from BASF’s new Ellastolan thermoplastic polyurethane material, and makes for a beautifully crisp, modern look, while its unique ratchet-like closure mechanism adjusts in 1.5mm increments providing wearers with a precise fit/secure unlike any other belt on the market.

Available in a variety of colors the Nooka Strip belt is smooth it is smooth and durable, while its distinctive “giant zip-tie” look will make you stand out from the crowd.

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The Peas USB Hub by Lexon is inspired by the shape of peas and will allow you to neatly connect devices using its four-hub USB 2.0 plugs.

Lexon is known for its odd take on everyday objects and the Peas USB Hub is no exception, just don’t try to cook it and eat it please. This cute USB hub was designed by design duo spalvieri / del ciotto (Simone Spalvieri and Valentina Del Ciotto) a pair of Italians who’ve got a flare for organic looks.

This adorable four port USB hub is self-charging, so you don’t have to use a separate power cable. It comes in different colors, including pink, grey and black, but we reckon that if you don’t pick the green, it is going to look rather kinky.

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Japanese artist Yuki Matsueda creates breathtaking 3D art by taking complimentary elements from the image, extruding them off the background and encompassing them in acrylic.

With modern art becoming increasingly complex and sophisticated, many artists are trying to differ by adding more and more elements into their artworks. Yuki Matsueda however lets the elements escape from his artworks. The end result is amazing and the optical trick crates a unique visual effect. The main symbolism of Matsueda’s artworks is the need to escape from a two dimensional “limited” world and expand into more dimensions. The little green exit guy is sprinting out of his frame, while the eggs jump of their shell.

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