Design Respeck! (Part 3)

I haven't hit you guys with a "Design Respeck!" in awhile, so here it goes!

Ace Hotel: Palm Springs
Taking the definition of a desert oasis to new levels, the design gurus over at Commune have put their own spin on Ace's obsession with the organic, human feel and experience. The result? PERFECTION. It's a flawless balance between function, design and the organic, earthy experience. In other words, I've found my excuse to visit Palm Springs. I really, really want to stay here! Check out some of the photos below:

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Kazuhiko Kawahara's Colliding Worlds

"Colliding or Kaleidoscope – no matter what your perspective, the impressive works of Kazuhiko Kawahara will make you look twice. By re-imaging buildings, landscapes, and other scenic habitats he turns these destinations into dreamlike visuals."

I'd gotten a bit bored of cityscape photography until I picked up my 5D mark II and new lenses. Now, I'm looking to get out "there" more and shoot cities from my perspective again. Seeing Kazuhiko Kawahara's work, though, blows the door WIDE open as far as what seemingly ordinary shots can become in a bigger idea and more comprehensive work of art.

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