Marvels new MCU installment Captain America: Brave New World was beset by production delays and big, story-shifting reshoots. The end result is kind of a mess. That mess was compounded during a 5D screening of the movie I saw on Thursday night, which turned the traditional theatergoing experience into an event where I was caked with mud and nasally assaulted with perfume that would make Tom Haverford weep. It also may have permanently ruined a Uniqlo hoodie I kind of liked.Never heard of a 5D screening? The label is pure marketing. While 3D movies offer an immersive stereoscopic illusion of depth, and 4D(X) movies toss viewers around in sync with on-screen action, 5D amplifies the theater experience by adding falling leaves and confetti, strobing lights, and sprays of mud and water that require wearing face shields during viewings. (One does not need to understand five-dimensional superstring theory to experience 5D cinema.)I can thank the people at Tide yes, the laundry detergent people for my promotional 5D Collateral Stains Screening of Captain America: Brave New World, which took place at an event venue (not a traditional movie theater) in Brooklyn. I was warned ahead of time that things would get messy, and that I should maybe wear something I was OK with getting dirty. I was promised restorative Tide Pods on my way out.I was also given a Tide-branded face shield to prevent eye injury or blindness. Noting the multiple stain-launching cannons aimed at the audience, I was happy to wear it.The extra-immersive Captain America: Brave New World screening started out tame. When Thaddeus Thunderbolt Ross (Harrison Ford) took the stage at an election event in the films opening moments, paper confetti rained down from the ceiling, matching the storm of paper on screen. Later, during a scene where falling cherry blossoms become important to the story, paper flowers would be dropped on us.The first real assault came when Captain America touched down on the grounds of a church in Mexico, where terrorists were holding a group of hostages. As he landed, sprays of dirt pellets were shot at the audience. This isnt so bad, I thought. My off-white hoodie and weatherproof Solotex pants can handle this, no problem.Later, when Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie), Joaquin Torres (Danny Ramirez), and Isaiah Bradley (Carl Lumbly) were traveling to the White House by limo, and someone commented on Bradleys cologne, the room became thick with an eye-watering perfume. During a big action set piece in the Indian Ocean, the room was splashed with spritzes of water. Things got really bad during the third-act battle between Cap and Red Hulk, when attendees were viciously, repeatedly sprayed with what appeared to be mud (or wet potting soil).Im not gonna front: This was fun. I would even call this an improvement on the standard Captain America: Brave New World viewing experience. It was not unlike going to a Gwar show, where regardless of whether you appreciate the artistic merits of whats in front of you, the camaraderie and novelty of being part of a consensually stained audience is enjoyable.My wife, who attended the screening with me in a disposable cardigan and black leggings, similarly enjoyed the experience, despite coming home with mud-caked hair. Other plusses: We both got comped prescreening hot dogs, and we got to refund our existing Captain America: Brave New World tickets purchased for an Alamo Drafthouse screening. Thats $40.98 back in my pocket.However, I am now down one wearable-in-public Uniqlo hoodie. Try as it might, the juicy Tide Pod that bravely tried to clean my clothes of wet Miracle-Gro potting mix came up short it could not save the hoodie, which is now speckled with forever-stains. (It is currently sitting in a six-hour soak of OxiClean, awaiting a second Tide Pod attempt.)I knew I was probably likely to sacrifice some clothing going in. As did other attendees, clearly, many of whom wore all white (or all light colors) to make the 5D screening more memorable. I was thinking of a hoodie upgrade anyway, and this was the perfect excuse to say goodbye to the old one. Frankly, this Gallagher-esque 5D screening silliness should be more commonplace. I wish Id seen Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania that way Marvel Studios recent output of meandering, politically toothless stories at least have a little more punch when something tangible is hitting you in the face.

New releases we picked up this week that belong on your reading list. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/what-to-read-ali-smith-gliff-dystopian-fiction-horror-comics-creepshow-160016239.html?src=rss

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Last Monday, inspired by reading about a small protest of Elon Musk and DOGE that happened at a Tesla charging station in Maine, Joan Donovan decided to make a digital flyer inviting people to join her at a protest this weekend at a Tesla showroom in Boston. Days later, the idea has grown organically into more than three dozen protests at Tesla showrooms across the country.It struck me that there are Tesla dealerships and charging stations across the nation, and this is a point of leverage that many people can access, rather than having to go to your state capital, says Donovan, a professor at Boston University who says she is acting in her capacity as a citizen. This is a place in which we can make a difference.Through DOGE, or the Department of Government Efficiencywhich is not an official government agencyMusk gave his team access to private taxpayer data and classified information. Hes forced the virtual shutdown of the U.S. Agency for International Development, freezing lifesaving programs that were delivering HIV drugs, oxygen, and other medical aid to various communities around the world. Hes actively dismantling the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, an agency that would have regulated his plans to set up a new payment service at X. Hes pushed federal workers out of their jobs. Much or all of the work is likely illegal, and multiple court cases are underway.A website, TeslaTakedown, lets anyone set up a local DOGE protest, many of which will happen on February 15. (It also calls for anyone who owns Tesla stock or cars to sell.) Often, with these types of initiatives, it takes weeks to plan, says Alex Winter, a documentarian known for making The Panama Papers and other films, who happened to know Donovan and helped amplify the idea. In this case, we did it in a week. At the end of the day, the central organizer on this is the publicwere giving them a place to organize. These are individuals across the country who are protesting en masse at these showrooms. When we spoke on Friday afternoon, 39 events were planned, and the number was growing.A handful of other protests have already happened at Tesla locations, from Manhattan to Seattle. The efforts might seem, at first, to be small. But in theory, the pressure on Tesla could succeed. It is possible to get results this way, says Edward Niedermeyer, author of Ludicrous: The Unvarnished Story of Tesla Motors. Theres a path to putting a considerable amount of pressure on Musk, personally.Tesla car sales are already struggling. In 2024, Tesla sales were essentially flat, dropping 1.1% from the year before after years of growth, despite the fact that the company slashed prices. In China, with a vast array of newer, arguably more innovative options for electric vehicles, fewer consumers are buying Teslas. Sales have also fallen in Europe, driven in part by Musks unpopularity.In the U.K., where Musk has argued that the prime minister should be jailed and America should liberate the British people from their tyrannical government, one survey found that 60% of likely EV buyers no longer want a Tesla because of Musks politics. In Germany, Musks support for the far-right Alternative for Germany party, and the fact that he appeared to use a Nazi salute during Trumps inauguration, presumably contributed to a 59% drop in year-over-year sales in January. Tesla sales also fell in France, Sweden, and Norway last month. Some Tesla owners, both in Europe and the U.S., are either selling their cars or adding apology bumper stickers.Musk, and Tesla investors, say that the real value of the company is in its future promise of full self-driving tech. But Musk has been teasing its imminent release for years. The only real business that Tesla has now is its EV business, and with more competitors in the space, its not doing well. The Cybertruck, Teslas first all-new vehicle since 2017, is the biggest flop in the auto industry, Niedermeyer says.That creates an opening for a Tesla boycott in the U.S. The unique opportunity that American consumers have is if we can collectively affect a dramatic reduction in sales here, that pushes volume down, that pushes margin down, Niedermeyer says. At this tipping point, the core business that generates 90% of revenue could turn into a negative-margin business, which means that no matter how many sales they do, they lose money on every car.Eventually, its possible that the psychology around the companys arguably overinflated stock price could shift. With a bubble stock, as long as people prop it up, its great, he says. The problem is once the psychology shifts from greed to fear and people start selling. Musks cash loans are secured by Tesla stock, so at some point, hell have to sell stock to cover margin callswhich is likely to convince many more people to sell and create a downward spiral, Niedermeyer says.Theres no evidence yet that Musk is worried about whats happening at Tesla. But employees and many investors are concerned, according to a Washington Post story. Musk has inflicted a massive amount of damage on the perception of that company, Nell Minow, vice chair of ValueEdge Advisors, told the Post, saying that she donated most of her Tesla stock to charity in 2024. (Tesla didnt respond to a request for comment.)Its not clear how quickly pressure against Tesla could make a differenceor exactly how much harm Musk can inflict on the government while lawsuits make their way through the courts. But in addition to impacts on Tesla, the protests can help raise awareness of whats happening now in D.C. DOGE has done so much damage already to government agencies, particularly ones that were investigating Musks companies for wrongdoing, says Donovan, the university professor organizing a Tesla protest in Boston. And so if the governments not going to call attention to these conflicts of interest, then hopefully the people will. She says the protests are also a way to show support for federal workers who are being pushed to leave their jobs.Winter, the documentarian, says he has multiple motivations for protesting. There is an end-game desire to devalue the stock and end up with a vote of no confidence [on] Musk from the shareholders, which would absolutely impact him in a meaningful way, he says. An enormous amount of his value is tied up in his stake of Tesla.In addition, Winter says, Theres an enormous need for greater literacy and understanding in the country and the world about these tech oligarchs. Its something Ive been working on for decades, which is to demystify this notion that theyre invulnerable and all-powerful.Protests are extremely effective, and educating oneself is extremely effective, he says. And, I would argue, [these efforts] minimize hopelessness. Because the more specifics you understand about Musk and his wealthand the vulnerability of his wealthand the more you understand about what powers people do and dont have, the more you realize theres a path forward.

Rebecca Yarross romantasy novel Onyx Storm stormed the book charts in January, becoming the fastest-selling adult novel in 20 years. Indeed, demand for romance contentin books, on screens, and on TikTokhas grown exponentially in recent years. Enter audio erotica company Quinn. Founded by 27-year-old Caroline Spiegel, the 6-year-old platform publishes dozens of creator-driven, female-centric erotic audio stories each week.Creators, who write and perform the audio, receive a portion of the apps subscription fees ($4.99 per month or $47.99 per year) based on user engagement.To date, Spiegel has raised $10 million from venture capital firms and investors such as Entourage star Adrian Grenier. The company is generating more than $12 million in annual recurring revenue.According to Spiegel (who is the sister of Snapchat cofounder and CEO Evan Spiegel), the app has hundreds of thousands of subscribers, more than three-quarters of whom are women.For the past couple of years, the app has also been growing its roster of Quinn Originals: stories produced in-house and voiced by famous actors, including Andrew Scott (aka the hot priest from Fleabag) and Kate Moennig of The L Word. (This expansion landed Quinn on Fast Companys Brands That Matter list in 2024.) Spiegel came on the Most Innovative Companies podcast to talk about creating female-centric content, going viral on TikTok, and attracting dream Quinn Originals performers.Romance as a category both in audio and in book sales has grown a lot over the past few years. What factors do you think contributed to that?For one, the pandemic. A lot of people cite it as being something that really helped the romance industry because people were not having as much physical connection and physical intimacy as they did before the pandemic. I also think the rise of self-publishing on Amazon [helped]. That has fueled this boom of amazing new writersparticularly female writers. Then I think generally women have more economic power and purchasing power. We dont have to have erotic content for women until we actually have liberated, empowered women who make their own money.How did you discover erotica as a category?On Reddit and Tumblr. Its been a really big thing since the early 2000s. There are these massive user-generated communities and thousands of Tumblr blogs dedicated to erotic audio. Theres also this old kind of web 1.0 site called Literotica. Wattpad is also big. I was a consumer, not a creator. I was struck by how immersive it was. Listening to it feels like youre having an intimate moment with someone, whereas I think traditional visual content can feel voyeuristic, forced, or overly graphic.How did you convince investors to make a bet on Quinn?To be honest, I didnt really. We got turned away so many times. I probably pitched 40 or 50 investors trying to raise our first pre-seed roundmost said no. We ended up raising it from some angels, and then we used that to get a little bit of traction. Once you have some traction, you have a little bit more to hang your hat on, and I think investors found it more compelling.Quinns contentboth the scripts and the recordingis user-generated. How do you vet and attract the right content creators?In the earliest iteration of Quinn, the content was all actually Quinn produced and Quinn curated. There was no such thing as the Quinn creator. Eventually we started to realize that listeners actually really care about the voice actors and the personalities making this content. They have these fandoms around their favorite creators. That led to our approach now, which is more of a Spotify-type situation where you can kind of follow your favorite creators. Our quality-assurance process and creator vetting is pretty thorough. We do background checks, we make sure people have the best equipment, and we do technical audits of creators. We connect them to scriptwriters.You have also released Quinn Originals. One, called The Queens Guard, is read by actor Andrew Scott, famous for playing the priest on Fleabags second season. How do you balance these splashy releases with your creator strategy?The idea is that celebrity-driven content brings people onto Quinn, then they find our other creator-driven content. Originals are less than 1% of our content, but theyre a great way to introduce the genre to people who havent experienced it before.How do these creators get compensated?Its based on the frequency of uploads and the performance of their content on Quinn. Theyre incentivized to share their content with their followers and bring their followers and fans onto Quinn.You were talking earlier about creating erotic content for empowered women. How do you approach that?Generally, visual erotic content has not been made from a female perspective. A lot of our audios follow different patterns. Sex on Quinn is a little more intuitive, experimental, playful. We also have extremely clear tagging and go to great lengths to make sure our tagging is thorough and gives the listener a good idea of what theyre getting into, so theyre not surprised by anything potentially triggering or off-putting. A lot of audios feature condoms or conversations or safe words or just check-ins, and you might think, Is that going to make it clinical and not hot? Its actually the exact opposite. People find those kinds of moments of intimacy and vulnerability extremely erotic.There are a couple of other audio erotica platforms, including Bloom, that are using generative AI to create content. Is there a role for AI at Quinn? Because the content on Quinn is so intimate and vulnerable and uniquely human, its tricky. While I see how AI is creeping into every part of our lives, our approach to AI, if any, will be creator-driven. Creators are the backbone of our platform, and all of their fans really like them, so we take our cues from them. Ive seen some of the technology out of Eleven Labs, and seen Character.AIits really interesting. But really our priority is creators and their fans.Quinn is talked about a lot on social media. What are some of the trends youre seeing?Our top categories always have been male dominance and boyfriend, [the latter of] which are our most sweet, loving kind of relationship-style audios. This year, professor also is one of our top categories.Viral TikToks have helped fuel Quinns 440% year-over-year revenue growth. The pink earphones you give some influencers have become synonymous with your brand. How did you come up with that idea?On TikTok, we were so jealous of brands that could do taste tests of their product or show their product in unboxing videos. But our product is an appso we wanted to make some sort of physical representation of it. Headphones were obviously kind of a natural extension of that. So our pink headphones have become a really nice thing to send to influencers so they can have a natural way to bring up Quinn and its not just this kind of awkward ad read.What is the future of the business? Where do you want to take it next?Were going to increase our output of Quinn Originals to six this upcoming year. Weve more than doubled our budget, and we have some really exciting stories in the pipeline.Would you turn a Quinn Original into a movie or TV show?We have talked to some people who are interested in turning Quinn Originals into TV shows and movies, but its not really our primary focus at the moment. I think if the right thing lined up, it would be amazing to do that. But its also like when you first read Harry Potter and you have this whole image of what its like in your mind, and then you see the movie and its like . . . thats not what Diane Alley looks like!Who is on your wish list to record a Quinn original?Oscar Isaac, Pedro Pascal, and Aaron Pierre (hes Mufasain The Lion King).Can you give us some Quinn recommendations?Theres a great creator named Naudio. Id recommend his audios. His most popular is called Getting Even. Its about a couple. The female partner has been sending her boyfriend pictures and teasing him all day. He finally gets back home from work after being teased all day via text with her, and he wants to . . . get even.Then theres Sarah Gibson, who is a great female creator. She has a great roommates series called Prying Eyes, about two female roommates where one thing leads to another.

In contemporary architecture, white has emerged as a dominant force, transforming skylines and redefining modern building aesthetics.As an architectural enthusiast tracking global design trends, Ive witnessed white emerge as more than just a color choice its become a powerful tool in the contemporary designers arsenal. The resurgence of white architecture transcends mere aesthetics, representing a sophisticated intersection of parametric design, material innovation, and environmental consciousness. From Herzog & de Meurons minimalist masterpieces to BIGs geometric wonders, leading architects are leveraging whites unique properties to push the boundaries of form and function.What fascinates me most is how white has evolved from its Modernist roots to become a catalyst for technological advancement in building design. Todays white structures incorporate photocatalytic coatings, thermochromic materials, and advanced polymer composites that respond to environmental conditions. This marriage of time-honored design principles with cutting-edge materials science exemplifies how contemporary architecture is adapting to meet 21st-century challenges. Lets explore why this deceptively simple color continues to dominate architectural discourse.1. Clean AestheticThe clean, simple appearance of white buildings offers a striking contrast to natural surroundings and embodies modern design principles of simplicity. Beyond the visual appeal, white buildings represent a shift towards sustainable architecture. Modern white structures often incorporate eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs. Architects increasingly choose white finishes not just for aesthetics but also for their environmental benefits. This trend is particularly evident in urban developments where white buildings create visual breaks in dense cityscapes, offering a sense of spaciousness and serenity amid busy surroundings.The ONCO Capsule House embodies a futuristic design with its sleek, white exterior and rounded shape. Unlike traditional tiny homes made of wood or repurposed trailers, this concept features a science fiction-inspired interior with strip lighting and modern panels. The capsules circular form, while less practical for stacking or grids, creates a spacious feel and offers options for transparent, tint-controllable windows.2. Reflects LightWhite reflects natural light, brightening spaces and keeping them cool by reducing heat gain. Its use on roofs further enhances this effect, especially in hot, desert regions. This light-reflecting property has significant environmental implications. Studies show that white buildings can reduce cooling costs by up to 20% in warm climates. Cities like Athens, Greece, and Miami, Florida, have implemented initiatives encouraging white building facades to combat urban heat island effects. The strategy has proven particularly effective in Mediterranean and tropical regions, where traditional white architecture has been a practical solution for centuries.Architect Mariano Ravennas SF-FR House features white concrete cubic modules arranged in a circular layout with an elevated module. Spanning 603 square feet, the house includes living, dining and private areas, all connected by walkways and an exterior courtyard. Its white exterior, large windows and outdoor terrace enhance natural light and views, offering both individual privacy and a sense of community.Casa Caoba is an open-air tiny house in Anapoima, Colombia, designed by PAE, featuring a white facade that blends seamlessly with its lush hillside location. Supported by a stone foundation, its minimalist design includes five parallel walls creating four living areas with open walls for natural airflow. Built from local stone, bamboo and timber, the home features a minimalist kitchen, dining area, relaxation terrace with a plunge pool and a master bedroom with an open-air bathroom.3. Timeless LookWhite is a classic color with a timeless appeal as it never goes out of style or becomes a fleeting trend. The enduring appeal of white architecture traces back to ancient civilizations, from Greek temples to Moorish palaces. Contemporary architects continue this legacy while incorporating modern technologies and materials. Whites timeless quality also makes it a safe investment for property developers, as it maintains its appeal across different architectural trends and cultural contexts.Infinity Mobile Architecture by A.L.P.S. features a versatile, eco-friendly design adaptable to any environment. This award-winning, white-clad structure includes a lightweight, retractable aluminum skeleton for rapid construction on diverse terrains. The origami-inspired design ensures stability and visual appeal while minimizing environmental impact. Inside, dynamic, mirror-enhanced interiors maximize natural light, and the exteriors weather-resistant, white aircraft-grade aluminum panels blend seamlessly with various landscapes.4. Resists FadingWhite paint is UV-resistant and wont fade when exposed to light, maintaining its appearance over time. The durability of white exteriors extends beyond mere aesthetics. Modern white building materials incorporate advanced nanotechnology and self-cleaning properties. For example, photocatalytic white coatings can break down pollutants and maintain their brightness through chemical reactions activated by sunlight. This technology, first developed in Japan, is now being adopted globally, particularly in high-pollution urban environments where building maintenance is a significant concern.The Zayed National Museum, designed by Foster + Partners, is an upcoming landmark in Abu Dhabi featuring five sculpted wings that naturally cool the interior. Unveiled in 2010, the design honors UAEs first president, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, inspired by falconry and Islamic motifs. The 98-foot-tall mound structure and steel wings function as chimneys to expel hot air and draw in fresh air.5. Emphasizes Space and FormWhite highlights the buildings form and structure, focusing on design over color and accentuating its volume. Architects are increasingly using white as a tool for sculptural expression in building design. The colors ability to highlight shadows and create depth perception makes it ideal for complex geometric forms. This characteristic has become particularly valuable in contemporary architecture, where buildings often serve as cultural landmarks. Notable examples include Santiago Calatravas works, where white surfaces emphasize the flowing, organic forms that have become his signature style.Located by the Vejle Fjord in Denmark, The Wave is an award-winning residential complex by Henning Larsen that challenges traditional high-rise design with its dynamic sawtooth-wave shape. Completed in 2018, this five-building complex features a distinctive white facade that reflects light, making it appear as a shimmering wave by day and a glowing mountain range by night. The 115 apartments offer views of either the fjord or the lush town.The White Tower, or Tor Alva, is set to become the worlds tallest 3D-printed building, marking a significant milestone in additive manufacturing architecture. Designed by ETH Zurich and located in Mulegns, Switzerland, it features 100 printed columns and a performance space atop. The 100-meter-tall tower, inspired by the Baroque style, will have a semi-open facade with a removable membrane for weather protection. The project showcases advanced robotic 3D printing techniques, using a specialized concrete mixture that optimizes structural integrity while minimizing material waste.6. Versatile for Any Design StyleWhite facades provide a timeless look that suits any design style, blending seamlessly with materials like glass, concrete and steel. The adaptability of white extends to interior-exterior transitions, creating seamless visual flows. Contemporary architects often use white as a unifying element to bridge different architectural styles and materials. This versatility is particularly valuable in historic district renovations, where new structures must harmonize with existing architecture while maintaining their modern identity. The colors neutrality allows for bold architectural statements without overwhelming neighboring buildings.Nestled in Munich, Germany, the Honeycomb House by architect Peter Haimerl redefines communal living with its hexagon-framed apartments and white facade. The innovative design features sloping ceilings and adaptable furniture, maximizing space and natural light. The white exterior enhances light diffusion and complements the central hub, which fosters community while maintaining privacy.The Orb, designed by The Very Many for Googles Charleston East Campus, is a 10-meter-tall structure with an elegant white aluminum exterior. Its curved shape and intricate perforations create a dynamic play of light and shadows. Built during the COVID-19 pandemic, it features delicate, laser-cut elements sourced from Europe. Located in an open plaza, the Orb provides a serene escape from daily life, encouraging visitors to disconnect from technology and explore its detailed design.7. Enhances Spatial PerceptionWhite enhances small spaces by making them appear larger and more open through its reflective properties. The psychological impact of white spaces has been extensively studied in architectural psychology. Research indicates that white interiors and exteriors can reduce stress and improve cognitive function. This finding has influenced the design of educational institutions and healthcare facilities worldwide. Architects are now incorporating these principles into residential and commercial projects, creating environments that promote wellbeing through thoughtful use of white spaces and natural light.Located in Heidelberg, Germany, the Wave House is Europes largest 3D-printed building, designed by SSV and Mense Korte, and built by Peri 3D Construction for KrausGruppe. Spanning 6,600 square feet, this data center features a distinctive white, wave-like facade, setting it apart from conventional, windowless data centers. Constructed with a COBOD BOD2 printer, the buildings exterior walls were created using a recyclable cement mixture.The Kolchyno Ice Center in Kolchyno, Ukraine, is a versatile venue with an ice rink and swimming pool, designed for year-round use. Its organic, fluid architecture, featuring a white exterior, mimics the flow of water and movement on ice. The layered, wave-like facades create a dynamic visual effect, resembling mountain ranges or dunes. Reflections in the nearby Viznytsia River accentuate its striking design.8. Enhances ContrastWhite creates high contrast with colors and textures, highlighting architectural details and providing striking contrasts against the blue sky and green landscape. The strategic use of white in contemporary architecture goes beyond aesthetic contrast. Architects are experimenting with textured white surfaces that change appearance throughout the day as light conditions shift. This dynamic quality creates buildings that seem to transform from morning to evening, adding a temporal dimension to architectural design. The approach is particularly effective in cultural institutions and public spaces, where the changing appearance becomes part of the visitor experience.Architect Stefano Boeris Culture CBD Modern Technology Experience Center in Xian, China, will feature a unique concrete facade, enhancing its resemblance to a tree-covered mountain. This design integrates expansive glazing and horizontal slats for shading, complemented by green terraces on the rooftop with gardens and a viewing platform. The museums white exterior, inspired by the regions topography, contrasts with the lush greenery, while its vibrant blue interiors reflect the significance of digital design.While white building facades evoke purity and calmness, enhancing the mood and perception of a space, maintaining white surfaces can be challenging. Modern cleaning technologies and durable, mold-resistant paint can make upkeep easier. The future of white in architecture looks promising, with emerging technologies enhancing its practical benefits. Innovations in materials science are producing more durable, self-cleaning white surfaces, while advances in thermal management are improving their energy efficiency. As cities face growing environmental challenges, white architectures combination of aesthetic appeal and practical benefits positions it as a crucial element in sustainable urban development.The post The Modern White Aesthetic Trend: 8 Designs That Showcase Why Architects Love This Classic Color first appeared on Yanko Design.

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Elden Ring Nightreigns rocky network test might have left some fans disappointed this week, but I sincerely doubt a few breif server issues did much to diminish the growing anticipation for FromSoftwares next soulslike for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Thankfully, if you were still planning on picking up the Elden Ring spin-off when it launches on May 30th, its already available for preorder with a $10 gift card at Best Buy for $39.99 or from Fanatical for $35.19 (about $5 off).RelatedFrom what weve seen, and our own Ash Parrish has experienced, Neightrein isnt so much a sequel to Elden Ring as it is a standalone co-op title set in a parallel universe. Its got all the visual hallmarks of FromSoftwares 2022 epic sweeping vistas, haunting ruins, etc. etc. along with the brutal boss battles and combat on display in both the original game and its excellent DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree.The big difference between Nightreign and previous ER titles is that youre forced to tackle the new region of Limveld over a three-day span, either solo or in a team of three. Then you throw in a few character classes, a leveling system, and a Fortnite-like storm that shrinks the map over time, making each run absolute chaos. If it seems like an amalgamation of multiplayer games, well, it kind of is.Elden Ring Nightreign$35$4013% off$35FromSoftwares forthcoming co-op title, Nightreign, pairs the visual flair and challenging combat of Elden Ring with a host of multiplayer elements, resulting in an ever-changing take on a beloved title.More ways to save this weekendThe Presidents Day sales are in full swing right now including at Mills online storefront, where you can grab the Mill Food Recycler for an all-time low of $874 ($125 off). The smart trash can is about as niche as the model we tested back in 2023; however, if youre the kind of person whos been dying to turn your leftovers into commercial-grade chicken feed or compost for your garden, the second-gen model is far quicker than the original, allowing you to process your scraps in about two and a half hours.You can get Yogasleeps Dohm Sound Machine for $39.99 ($10 off) at Amazon, Target, and Chewy, which is its second-best price to date. The inexpensive white noise machine is a Verge favorite for helping babies (or yourself) get some rest, as it can mask the sound of traffic, pets, and other unwanted distractions. The devices built-in fan doesnt output any air, to be clear, but there are two-speed options for adjustable tone and volume.Microsofts refreshed Xbox Wireless Headset has fallen to an all-time low of $98 ($12 off) at Amazon and Walmart. The previous model was a terrific budget headset with a comfortable design and rotating ear cup dials for adjusting the volume and game/audio chat balance, which the new model builds upon with an upgraded microphone array and an extended 20 hours of battery life. Plus, it supports Dolby Atmos and Bluetooth 5.3, meaning you can now pair it with Xbox consoles, mobile devices, and PC.See More: