VIETNAM

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!

Motorcycles Everywhere

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Motorcycles Everywhere

July 16, 2008 08:12 PM
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The rush of motorbikes is a common street scene in this notably entrepreneurial country. There are more than 20,000 additional motorcycles hitting the road every day in Vietnam.

Entrepreneurial Graffiti

Hanoi, Vietnam

Entrepreneurial Graffiti

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. 

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Everything Happens in the Street

Hanoi, Vietnam

Everything Happens in the Street

July 9, 2008 05:12 PM
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Streets in Vietnam are vibrant and full of life: cooking, sleeping, cleaning…. This woman is doing the dishes for her street restaurant right there on the sidewalk.