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The clubhouse is a child's private space and the source of much of their imaginative play. Here's a glimpse into the most intense backyards in the world.

These 10 mouth-watering buildings may look delicious but their "tasteful" designs project a brand image that warms the heart while aiming for the stomach.

Life in turn-of-the-century Japan is captured in vivid 3D with stereoviews by photographer T. Enami, viewed with a stereoscope or made into animated images.

Stairs aren't just a handy way to go between the levels of your home; they can be a pet project for inventive architects and a favorite feature of a home.

Ten gorgeously weird and entirely unexpected ways to woo us with music, courtesy of the latest technologies.

Color, pattern, unexpected materials and careful editing of rustic historic architectural details make these apartment and condo remodels one-of-a-kind.

Originally decorative downspouts on the roofs of buildings, gargoyles have evolved into sculpted creatures whose often evil looks mask beneficial intent.

LEGO artist Jamie Spencer created over 90 historical figures, from Charlemagne to Elvis, using only official LEGO parts.

French artist Nicola L. has been producing mind-bending works for four decades. Her functional furniture art is among the most amazing and memorable.

Shred or shoot, smile or drool, here are sexy as sin and amazing modifications of contemporary technologies to fit the aesthetic of Steampunk guns and guitars.

Here are 7 wondrous examples of epic modern ship design, all demonstrating that when it comes to innovation, technology and breadth of ambition, the best designs are the ones making waves.

Steampunked stuff that may make you want to go back in time, from images of virtual vintage to pictures of real retro gadgets, gear, art and design.

Not all dolls are for children - as evidenced by the incredibly bizarre and amazing art dolls, puppets and sculpture of these 15 artists.

These ten drop dead gorgeous tombstones exquisitely detail the strength of the spirit to move the living once the departed themselves have moved on.