I recently wrote about a solar glass roof…this post is about an Optical Glass House in Japan. The front of this building is made of borosilicate glass bricks which is a great choice because of their strength and ability to stand weather extremes. And it looks cool too. This story came from the blog, Contemporist, a design blog that focuses on architecture and interiors. The glass blocks are strung together with steel bars as well as having steel bars running laterally. This is all for structural support since the glass blocks wouldn’t stand on their own with only concrete. The look is amazing and it’s also a great sound barrier.
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Sunday Shout Out – Sleeping Plesiosaur Dragon
Another Sunday, another opportunity to celebrate the vibrant Etsy crochet community! In today’s Sunday Shout Out, we’re featuring a seller who embodies the spirit of handmade creativity and mystical charm.
SleekGrace creates patterns that are fun and in this case mystical. Their popular design, Sleeping Plesiosaur Dragon captures the magic of fairtales with its whimsical and heartwarming touches. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is sure to bring joy to your toy projects.
Did you know? Etsy sellers like Sleek Grace are part of a global network of over 4.3 million independent creators. Even better, more than 90% of Etsy shops are women-owned, making each purchase a powerful way to support women in business.
Check out SleekGrace’s shop here and discover even more inspiring creations. Let’s spread the love for handmade. Don’t forget to join us next week for another story celebrating creativity and community!