http://www.psfk.com Your Go-To Source For New Ideas And Inspiration Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:24:54 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://www.psfk.com/2011/12/coca-cola-encourages-honesty-in-new-campaign.html Thu, 08 Dec 2011 19:44:36 +0000 The world-famous beverage company rewards honest behavior with tickets to soccer matches, ice cold Cokes and a moment of fame on the soccer stadium big screen, all while spreading the message that there are reasons to believe in a better world.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/07/monocolumn-the-downsides-of-portugals-popularity.html Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:42:54 +0000 In today's column from luxury magazine Monocle, we learn about how low prices attract tourists to Portugal, but could create long-term disadvantages for the country's economy.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/06/monocolumn-quality-of-life-series-lisbons-train-pain.html Tue, 14 Jun 2011 17:51:25 +0000 In this daily column from Monocle we read about how the super-fast trains that were scheduled to run in Spain and Portugal, have now been put on semi-permanent hiatus.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/05/monocolumn-former-colonies-come-to-portugal%e2%80%99s-rescue.html Thu, 12 May 2011 16:17:17 +0000 It is a special kind of relationship, and one that could prove crucial to Portugal’s recovery. In a reversal of history, the Iberian nation is now relying on the trade and financial support of its former colonies to help it through its worst-ever financial crisis.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2011/01/monocolumn-high-hopes-in-portugal-for-a-royal-honeymoon.html Fri, 28 Jan 2011 15:50:34 +0000 After cuddly Bo Obama was introduced to the global media, enquiries to breeding farms in the region – Portugal’s most popular tourist destination – inevitably increased. Two years later, the municipality is hoping for another financial boost caused by public name-checking.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/11/monocolumn-nato-summit-%e2%80%93-making-the-most-of-hosting.html Fri, 19 Nov 2010 15:50:36 +0000 Much like in the rest of Europe, the 22nd Nato summit has been dominating the news agenda in Portugal – but not just because of the alliance’s new Strategic Concept, nor the likely announcements on missile defence and Afghanistan.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/10/an-intelligent-city-takes-shape-in-portugal.html Wed, 13 Oct 2010 17:53:19 +0000 An ambitious project to create a community with interconnected systems akin to the human brain is being planned for the city of Paredes.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/10/pics-i-magazines-bold-designs.html Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:46:00 +0000 The newspaper wins another award for its innovative layout.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/08/bus-stop-symbiosis-design-for-wonder-and-utility.html Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:10:07 +0000 A temporary structure improves the experience of people commuting in the city of Porto.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/07/pics-failes-street-art-temple.html Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:05:54 +0000 The Cathedral Project is a detailed sculptural installation located in the heart of Lisbon.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/06/events-barncamp-open-source-neocon-advanced-textiles.html Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:39:18 +0000 PSFK has been tracking inspirational events and conferences being held around the world, featuring exceptional gatherings in the Events section of our home page. Here are a handful of upcoming events that we are looking forward to.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/06/pics-massive-new-work-from-os-gemeos-and-blu.html Tue, 01 Jun 2010 19:33:31 +0000 A remarkable painting by two street art pros takes up nearly the entire facade of a derelict building in Lisboa.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2010/05/nike-writes-the-future-just-in-time-for-the-world-cup.html Fri, 21 May 2010 18:49:27 +0000 Nike Football launches the "Write The Future" campaign prior to next month's World Cup.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2009/06/site-visit-a-vida-portuguesa-store-lisbon.html Wed, 10 Jun 2009 19:49:24 +0000 On a hidden back street of Lisbon, the store A Vida Portuguesa sells what they describe as "genuine and touching products of original Portuguese design". PSFK visited and took these photos.]]> http://www.psfk.com/2009/05/portuguese-decorative-tiles.html Thu, 14 May 2009 20:51:39 +0000 It was too late into our trip to Lisbon before I realized that I should photograph some of the beautiful and intricate design that adorns the walls of houses there. Often decorated with tiles from the town of, here are some of the designs we saw: For more imagery, it might be worth buying this book.]]>