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Inspired by everyday instances of love, South Korean artistPuuungillustrates the little things that make real relationships great. Rendered in soft washes of watercolor, Puuung’s illustrations perfectly capture the simple, understated beauty of love. The series follows a man and woman as they live theirs live together. For Puuung, the decision to constantly convey love in her work has always been simple. Love is something that everybody can relate to, the artists explains onFacebook....

Stockroom in an administrative building. Abkhazia is a partially recognized state on the Black Sea coast. Working within this context, Villette’s two seriesboth devoid of humansspeaks to an area in limbo. Stockroom in an administrative building. Left falling into decadent decay, his work shows the evolution in a state without resolution. Old rotunda in a restaurant on the top of Sokhumi mountain. Sokhumi is a city on the coast of the Black Sea....

In this way, the English language falls short of conveying your true emotions. Luckily, theres a way to bridge the gap. And you know that unexplainable feeling of wanting to squeeze a babys cute chubby cheeks? Theres a term for that, too. In Taglog, its calledgigil. But perhaps the most useful word comes from the Norwegian dictionary. The phraseforelsketdescribes that euphoric feeling of when you first begin to fall in love with someone....

Some are small and can be easily concealed while others are more prominently displayed. Because of this irregularity, it can cause a person to feel self conscious about their appearance. Like the birthmark themselves, the tattoos vary in their style and placement. Photo credit:Mneneon Some people cleverly integrate them into the design of the tattoo. RedditorMneneonis a fantastic example of this. Now, it really looks a map spreading along his body....

The animal kingdom can be harsh. However, this is not the only way that animals can blend into their surroundings. Jaguars and the common frog are two examples of animals with this disruptive coloration. Some camouflage animals will even reinforce their disguise by mimicking certain behaviors. For instance, the leafy seadragon actually sways like the seaweed it disguises itself as. And, of course, there are animals who adapt their coloration to the environment....

North America’s tallest single-family home isback on the market. Take thevirtual tourand you’ll see the endless possibilities. Image via Estately At 124-feet, Falcon Nest is the tallest single family home in North America. Estately:Websiteh/t: [Home Crux,Curbed] Image via Estately Image via Estately Image via Estately Image via Estately

Yellow cedar or Sitka spruce line the exterior, while interior finishes are completed in mahogany or teak. Why round treehouse cabins? Architecture is a way of shaping and creating habitat to reflect a feeling and to harmonize with the environment. The sphere is a form of architecture that reflects that thought of unity and feeling of oneness, Chudleighexplains. The resort opened in 2006 and is located on Vancouver Island in Canada....

Humor is a powerful way to deal with the barbs of life. Statically,1 in 13 peoplein the world suffer from anxiety, and depression affects an estimated 350 million people. By pointing out the perils of dealing with mental illness, Correll is also de-stigmatizing it. I think that its a lot more prevalent than people realize, Correll toldMashable. Gemma Corrells charming mental health comics bring lightness to a dark place. Gemma Correll:Website|Tumblr|Facebook|Instagramh/t: [Bored Panda]

In 1973, architectRicardo Bofillstumbled upon an abandoned cement factory outside of Barcelona. The factory was originally built during Catalonia’s post-WWII industrial revolution. With each passing year, renovations took place to accommodate new industry processes. The result was a hodge-podge of architectural styles that needed to be stripped back. By peeling back the layers of the building, Bofill was able to build up again. Presently I live and work here better than anywhere else, Bofillshares....

Italian illustratorFederico Babinahas turned his attention frommovies starsandfairy tale charactersto the deep emotions felt by those experiencing mental illness. Through 16 drawings, Babina gives visual representation to some of the mental illnesses that affect millions daily. With simple lines and a clear message, the artist quietly and elegantly explores different disorders. To accompany the work, Babina created a short video with music by composerElisabet Raspall. As the melody moves, so does each image, animating into its chosen illness....

Architect and graphic designerMahmoud Tammamhas translated his love of word manipulation into a delightful series celebrating language. Based in Alexandria, Egypt, the creative started the project as a personal challenge. Don’t know Arabic? Mahmoud Tammam has created a series of Arabic illustrated words that reveals their meaning. Mahmoud Tammam:Behance|Facebook|Instagramh/t: [Design TAXI]

Scroll down to see Michael Anthony’sCouture Disney Princessesseries in all of its glory. Michael Anthony Designs:Instagramh/t: [Hello Giggles]

Located in England, this converted church is available for rent onAirBnBand can accommodate up to 7 guests. But what happens when these majestic buildings fall out of use? The redesign of this English church took into account the context and character of the existing building. Located in England, this converted church is available for rent onAirBnBand can accommodate up to 7 guests. (Image viaEvolution Home) The church’s stained glass makes the perfect feature wall in the bedroom....