At any given time, there are 15 to 20 IDEO teams in the field doing research for projects. We are a naturally curious bunch, and tend to collect quite a few artifacts from our trips. In addition to interesting foods, new turns of phrase, and the occasional non-contagious skin disease, we take photos of interesting things in the places we are.
When we see something remarkable, we capture it to show our fellow IDEOers at home in the studio. Now we are sharing some of our blink-worthy images with you. Enjoy!
Artful Heart
Buenos Aires, Argentina
November 24, 2008 03:08 PM
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San Telmo, a bohemian barrio, is also Buenos Aires’ oldest barrio. Known for its art and cultural activity, the neighborhood is home to the Buenos Aires Museum of Modern Art, the artisan guild “Republic of San Telmo,” and artful graffiti.
A Request
London, England
August 5, 2008 05:00 PM
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“Dear Graffiti Artist, could you create a graffiti of Clint Eastwood? Thanks!”
“Thanks for taking an interest. Here’s your Clint Eastwood. – Ted x”
united kingdom (12)
india (11)
china (8)
korea (8)
london (7)
california (5)
kids (5)
public transit (4)
graffiti (4)
art (4)
tokyo (4)
japan (4)
germany (4)
seoul (4)
airport (4)
vietnam (3)
brazil (3)
sao paulo (2)
pollution (2)
color (2)
Pixação
Sao Paulo, Brazil
July 26, 2008 04:58 PM
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Pixação is a type of graffiti that exists only in Sao Paulo and can be seen all over the city. Its distinct, angular look stems from its method of application: When hanging out of a window to paint letters, it’s easier to paint straight lines than curved. Buildings also create a natural typographic grid to work on.
Entrepreneurial Graffiti
Hanoi, Vietnam
July 10, 2008 05:11 PM
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We saw these stenciled, painted signs everywhere on walls of buildings and alleys and wondered what kinds of services they might be promoting. This is the only type of graffiti you see—and all in the same font. The guide revealed they are just advertising for odd jobs.
