Lithuania and Poland Bring the Future Closer by Creating a ‘Portal’ to Unite the People of Two Cities

Everyday and more we are making a step closer to improve the humankind and our relation with one another. We are embracing the freedom of expressing ourselves. We are accepting others for what they are. The division between people is an ancient problem, that requires modern solutions. One amazing example of that is the ‘PORTAL’ which makes the distance between Vilnius and Lublin seem shorter.

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Throughout history we’ve always had a division. Either between classes, race, religion. But there was always something that set the norms in the society and people just went by the rulebook. Nowadays, we’re free. We are free in the sense of choosing, speaking out, doing what our heart desires.

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This amazing work speaks up to the union between people and cities. The Portal is opened in two European cities, making the distance between them seem shorter. Similar to the amazing concept, the object as well looks very cool and futuristic.

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To celebrate this union engineers from the Vilnius Tech creativity and innovation center LinkMenų fabrics built the portal. They chose a circle, a well-known and recognized sci-fi symbol, for the visual ‘bridge’. Resembling the wheel of time, the portal allows a person to travel and experience reality on the other side of this bridge. In Vilnius, the portal is located next to the Vilnius train station. Meanwhile, in Lublin, it resides on Plac Litewski.

“Many of the potentially deadly challenges humanity is facing, such as polarization and climate change, were caused by a lack of understanding of others and the world at large,” says Benediktas Gylys, the man behind this awesome idea. So the PORTAL should unite people and is an invitation to rise above the illusion of division that we created ourselves.

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The ‘portals’ both have screens and cameras to broadcast the other city live.

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The view that you see on the screen resembles the ‘overview effect’, which is what astronauts experience when they see Earth from space.

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Nonetheless, this is not a one-time project. The organizers plan to further connect the world using dozens of PORTALS across Europe and around the world in the near future. The aim is to engage communities and encourage a public movement to embrace social experiments, unexpected reactions, as well as the unity of different cultures and their people in the long-run.

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20 Of The Best Interior Design Moments From The 1980s, As Shared By This Instagram Account

The 80s was such a great decade known for its bustling life. It was during the time that Michael Jackson released Thriller. Cellphones also became common, and of course, computers were starting to become widespread. Pop culture was thriving as well!

So when we think of the 80s, we think of a wonderful decade where life was way less stressful. However, we would often forget to think about something else — home designs! So strap your seatbelts as we’re going to travel back to the 80s and explore the wonderful homes of this era!

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#1 Skylight Anyone? The International Book Of Lofts – Susan Slesin, Stafford Cliff, Daniel Rozensztroch 1986

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#2 The Los Angeles Time: California Home Book – 1982

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#3 Decorating On The Cheap – Mary Gilliatt 1984

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#4 80s Home Spa Realness! Beyond The Bath: A Dreamers Guide – Thomas Cowan 1983

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#5 The Complete Home Book – Pamela Ferguson 1983

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#6 Is It Comfortable? Who Cares When Your Bathroom Looks Like This! Bathroom Design – 1987

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#7 Me: I Just Want A Subtle Look To My Dining Room. Also Me:

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#8 Pool Party Anyone? Sunset: Ideas For Swimming Pools – 1981

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#9 Hanging Plants, Wicker And Windows! The Los Angeles Times California Home Book, 1982

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#10 Bedroom Decor – 1981

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#11 “Making The Most Of A Wonderful Location On America’s West Coast, The Architect Has Designed The House Around The Windows.” Terence Conran’s New House Book 1985

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#12 My 80s Conservatory Is Better Than Yours!

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#13 Cove Haven – Pocono Resorts. The Legendary And Kitschiest Of Couples Resort Boasts Honeymoon Suites With 7-Foot Champagne Glass Whirlpool Baths Overlooking Glass Heart-Shaped Pools. Promo 1989

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#14 Who Wants To Snuggle Up In Bed In This Loft Apartment, Watching And Listening To The Rain On The Slanted Windows? Decor By Design – 1988

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#15 Esplanade Mall 1988

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#16 Was There Ever A More 80s Bedroom?

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#17 Mall 1981

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#18 I Wouldn’t Need A Holiday If I Had This Fabulous 80s Slide At Home!

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#19 When Your Office Building Has A Foyer With A Restaurant, Waterfall With Pond, Skylight And Tropical Planting ? Commercial Interiors International – Grosvenor Press 1986

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#20 Decorating On The Cheap – Mary Gilliatt 1986

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