Snowy Wall - Part 1

Forgive me if this post is rather nerdy... I'm a fan of history and my tendencies toward nostalgia increase when I am in the presence of historical monuments {Great Wall}. It's breathe taking and inspiring. While at the same time, you can't help but reminisce in the thoughts of those before you who were there in the prime of it all. It's one thing to read about it and another is to experience it -- well, kinda!

I was told this text said ¨Do not pee¨ I thought it was an interesting looking sign... 

The weather was perfect, as it painted a real scenario of what men/soldiers endured during a winter season. My winter ¨experience¨must be sweet and beautiful compared to the storms and real conditions the men were exposed to back then. It was rather humbling and awe inspiring. The white blanket that covered the wall made it mystical and magical... it seemed like it whispered into my ear and into my soul.

World Design Capital Update*

Any chance you'll be ringing in the new year in Helsinki, Finland? Why? Well, it turns out that the World Design Capital festivities will be launched during the traditional New Year's celebration at Helsinki City Senate Square.

Highlights will include: music performances, fireworks, light and video art, and a Resolution Bar, where people will be able to drink hot cocoa and make new year resolutions (I say don't make resolutions, just take actions).

Can't make it to Helsinki? You can still take part in the celebration via YLE TV1 beginning at 22:55. In addition, the events can also be followed on the Internet through Yle Areena (areena.yle.fi).

Helsinki-Vantaa Airport Messaging

People have been studying design here since 1887

Senate Square preparations 

p.s. In case you missed it, the future design capital for WDC will be hosted by Cape Town in South Africa.

Keep the Lights On

El amor es lo único que siempre nos salvará. 

Translated into english: Love is the only thing which will always save us.

Hope you had a magical weekend with your loved ones. 

Happy Holidays!

Happy December

Greetings! The month of November just seemed to fly by ... sorry for not posting in so long! I took a break from the computer screen (let's call it a sabbatical) and chose to enjoy the company of amazing friends and to seek lovely beach weather!! Here is the proof :) sending some warm sunshine to all who are starting to feel the chilly weather. Actually, I would love some winter. Happy December!