Olympics 2012

In The Ruins Of Athens 2004, A Glimpse Of London’s Future?

A new photography exhibit at the Print House Gallery in London zeroes in on the apocalyptic landscapes of the 2004 Olympic Games. How do you say “cautionary tale” in Greek?

Before The Olympic Veneer, Photos Of The Real London

Before The Olympic Veneer, Photos Of The Real London

A new exhibit of London street photography documents 200 years in the ancient metropolis. New York tags along.

Nike’s Olympic Gear For Athletes Without Countries

Nike’s Olympic Gear For Athletes Without Countries

Not every Olympian is privileged enough to play for their home country. So what do they wear?

The Podium And Ceremony Outfits For The 2012 Olympics Are Crazy

The Podium And Ceremony Outfits For The 2012 Olympics Are Crazy

A group of young British design students introduce their podium and costume concepts, which will be seen by millions this summer.

Gary Hustwit On The Fate Of The Olympic City, After The Games End

Gary Hustwit On The Fate Of The Olympic City, After The Games End

Are the Olympics truly good for the health of a city? A new project from documentary filmmaker Gary Hustwit and photographer Jon Pack examines the impact of the Olympics, long after the last TV camera is packed away.

A Stadium With An Infinitely Customizable Roofscape

A Stadium With An Infinitely Customizable Roofscape

Built for a failed 2016 Olympic Bid, Dominique Perrault’s Olympic Tennis Center transforms the ubiquitous retractable stadium roof into an amazing spectacle.

Inspired By Golf Balls, Nike’s Bumpy Tracksuit May Help Sprinters Break Records

Inspired By Golf Balls, Nike’s Bumpy Tracksuit May Help Sprinters Break Records

Nike’s new TurboSpeed suit is made from the equivalent of 13 plastic bottles per garment. It can also make runners .023 seconds faster over 100 meters--a massive boost.

Coca-Cola Creates A Beatbox The Size Of A Building For The London Olympics

A unique structure offers the chance to make music with other visitors to the games.

Olympics Shooting Gallery Looks Like A Giant Octopus

Olympics Shooting Gallery Looks Like A Giant Octopus

Either the place was blasted by the world’s silliest M60 or a giant octopus has invaded London.

Using Motion Capture And Code, To Turn Gymnasts Into Data Art

Using Motion Capture And Code, To Turn Gymnasts Into Data Art

Amazing animations turn motion capture into high art. Or Nude Descending a Staircase, No. 3.0

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Infographic of the Day

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Innovation by Design

The Amazing Judges For Our 2013 Innovation By Design Awards

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