Chicago-based Ross Barney Architects has given the iconic McDonald’s at Walt Disney World Resort a sustainable makeover. This revamp aims to make McDonald’s Disney flagship the first net-zero energy quick-service restaurant. Topped with a canopy clad in solar panels, the energy-efficient building takes on a new, contemporary form that strategically responds to Orlando’s hot and humid climate. In addition to generating renewable […]
Disney World McDonald’s To Be First Net Zero Fast Food Restaurant
Heatherwick Studio’s Horseshoe Park
Regular readers may recall Heatherwick Studio’s ongoing Little Island park on stilts on New York City’s Hudson River. The firm has now revealed plans to create something similar but even larger and more ambitious on San Francisco’s waterfront. Named The Cove, it would replace the remnants of a ruined pier and car park with an attractive public park on the […]
New Bioplastic Biodegrades In A Year
Two of the main problems with traditional plastics are the facts that they’re made from non-renewable petroleum, and they stick around for centuries once discarded. A new alternative, however, is made from existing waste, and should biodegrade within a year. In order to produce the “eco-friendly” plastic, scientists at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology started with […]
Orchird Tree Inspired Skyscraper
Envisioned as an orchid tree about to blossom, the Zaha Hadid Architects-designed 2 Murray Road is under construction in Hong Kong’s Central Business District. The skyscraper will feature a distinctive overall form and sustainable design that prioritizes fresh air ventilation, as well as an AI-powered management system that enables workers to move from street to desk without touching any doors […]
New Fossil Gen 5E Smartwatch
Fossil has been one of the biggest backers of Wear OS, putting out numerous smartwatchespowered by Google’s software, and its new Gen 5E line offers wearables that are a little smaller and more affordable than the main Gen 5 models. If you’ve been waiting for a watch at the right price point to come along before investing, the seven different […]
Best DIY Baby Foods
Every parent wants to do what’s best for their baby, and making your own baby food is just one of the many considerations toward that goal. If you’ve decided to learn how to make baby food at home, you may feel overwhelmed. Thankfully, with some information and helpful hints, you can begin creating homemade, healthy meals for your little tike. Pros and […]
Solar-Powered Tractor
While other major truck companies look at fuel cells and electrics with massive batteries, Scania is experimenting with the possibility of solarized plug-in hybrid trucks. As the “hybrid” part makes clear, the solar panels won’t be able to power the full journey — or anywhere close — but Scania believes its solar panel-decorated trailer will be able to deliver fuel […]
ESPN + Is a Must Have For All Sports Fan
ESPN+ is a streaming subscription service that provides sports fanatics with live video feeds, sports documentaries, tons of in-depth exclusive articles, and more. If you’re the type of person who wants to keep a close eye on all of your favorite teams — even if they’re across the pond — the ESPN+ subscription is for you. It’s not even just […]
Foster + Partners Puts Nature At The Heart Of Healing Process
Construction has begun on a new heart hospital in Egypt by Foster + Partners. Named the Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre, the project is designed to help speed up the healing process by offering patients a cool and lush landscape to recover in. The Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre Cairo will rise “at the foot of the pyramids” (or at […]
Apple’s Pencil 2 Review
The Apple Pencil has been a go-to tool for digital artists and graphic designers for years. Now on its second generation, the Apple Pencil is compatible with all iPad models, though the model that you have will dictate which Apple Pencil model you can use. Given the slew of new features available to the Apple Pencil in iPadOS 14, we […]