What Will Retirement Bring? An Animated Film for Those Dreaming of Work-Free Days

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When I retire, I plan to read every morning and bake bread from scratch. I’d like to resume Spanish classes and finally become fluent. And I plan to see movies mid-afternoon, take long, leisurely walks leading nowhere in particular, and travel as much as possible. Does this sound familiar?

Dreaming of retirement is one coping mechanism many of us tap into, including director John Kelly. Along with his co-writer Tara Lawall, Kelly created a charming animated “Retirement Plan” detailing all the things he’d finally like to do as an older person no longer tethered to the office. He intends to...

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Leafy Greens and Loaves of Bread Transform into Playful Ceramics by Eléonore Joulin

From cheese wedges and leafy greens to loaves of bread and freshly picked zucchini, Eléonore Joulin has a tendency for playing with her food. In the Brussels-based artist’s work, a loaf of challah transforms into a vase, while a melting round of Raclette—a cheese originating in Switzerland that’s scraped right off the wheel onto baguettes or potatoes—transforms into a lighting fixture.

Joulin is known for her lighthearted lamps and vessels resembling vegetables, sausages, and other foods. She enjoys experimenting with glazes, handcrafting her own in order to find finishes and hues that create a trompe-l’œil effect—as if, for example, cabbage leaves...

Core77 Weekly Roundup (1-12-26 to 1-16-26)

Here's what we looked at this week:

The Pliyt Concept: A Robotaxi with Compartmentalized Seating

The subway car is the great equalizer, where the masses travel shoulder-to-shoulder. On the opposite end of the spectrum you have the private car, where you are sealed within your own private cocoon. A California-based startup called Pliyt—for Personal Luxury In Your Travel—has a vision for making the latter more efficient.

Pliyt's concept is a four-passenger robotaxi, where all the seats are sealed off from each other. "Your Pod. Your Privacy. Your Space," the firm writes. "Complete in-ride anonymity even in shared trips." It's an Uber X without having to see (or smell) what the other passengers...

Minimal Belgian Family Home with Natural Materials

This three-bedroom family home, designed by Belgian interior designer Dries De Malsche, unfolds with a quiet sense of continuity – one that subtly echoes the rhythms of Belgium’s rural landscapes. Created for a couple and their two teenage children, the interior feels grounded, serene, and thoughtfully composed. Throughout the home, natural materials and handcrafted details [...]

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Various illustrations

Bold, modern, and full of personality. The style blends real likeness with playful shapes and clean lines, making each portrait feel both accurate and artistic. The focus is on what makes each person unique, not just how they look, which helps every portrait tell a clear story. Simple colors, strong shapes, and clear details are used to create images that stand out and are easy to recognize. Each illustration is designed to feel personal, expressive, and memorable. Designing thoughtful pieces that connect with people and leave a lasting impression.

The Spider Pro Tool Holster, a More Secure Alternative to Drill Clips

Most cordless drills come with a clip, so you can hang them from a pocket or a belt. The clips are fine for occasional-use DIY'ers, but they're not infallible. This Spider Pro Tool Holster is designed for tradespeople who prefer a more secure solution.

Using the holster does require some commitment; the user must install a stud on their drill. There are two options. The first is a $7 Drill Pin that replaces yur drill's built-in clip, by threading into the OEM hole. (Different manufacturers have been taken into account.)

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Posted at 2026-01-16 14:00:00 | Art_and_design | read on

ASB Glassfloor - Island Hoppers

FWA of the day 16 January 2026:

ASB Glassfloor - Island Hoppers

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A high-energy multiplayer LED game played live on the stadium court. Players race between shifting islands, capture points, and compete in real time as the entire floor transforms into an interactive digital playground.

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