Otilia Drăgan
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A master’s in International Relations, as well as working in online media for more than five years, have given her a deeper perspective on how people everywhere can inspire each other.
Homes on wheels, aircraft or boats, these fresh, sometimes quirky, ideas from all over the world are worth sharing.
The Chico Takes Modern Rustic Aesthetics to the Next Level
18 Mar 2024, 05:42 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Customization is the keyword that could take you from basic housing to enjoying your dream home. The Chico doesn't only exhibit a strong personality, but it's a lesson in efficiency, with everything wrapped up in a sophisticated style tha...
Vertical Inches Away From Launching Its Beefed-Up VX4 Prototype
15 Mar 2024, 09:06 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / UK-based eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) maker Vertical Aerospace is getting ready for one of its top milestones in the coming weeks. The official launch of its second prototype will confirm that it's on track to kick off advance...
Meet Cerulean Ace, the New-Generation “Green” Car Carrier Designed in Japan
15 Mar 2024, 08:22 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / MOL (Mitsui O.S.K. Lines) is one of the largest and oldest shipping companies worldwide and also one of the major innovators in maritime transportation. Its latest success is the Cerulean Ace, a new-generation car carrier that is paving the way for...
The Gorgeously-Styled Two-Bedroom Motes Shows Exquisite Attention to Detail
15 Mar 2024, 07:31 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Step inside this beautiful custom-built house on wheels and explore the tiny yet sophisticated details that turn its interior into a wonderland. The Motes tiny home artfully combines a generous two-bedroom layout with the kind of styling that chara...
A Supersized Bathroom Turns This Compact Tiny Into a Luxurious Oasis
15 Mar 2024, 06:13 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / At first glance, the modest-sized Maui might seem to be just like any other home on wheels designed for easy transportation. Still, as you step inside, you'll be surprised and delighted to discover the clever features and modern styling that d...
The Breathtaking Blanton Brings Sprawling Mansion Vibes to Tiny Living
14 Mar 2024, 16:06 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / A lavish bedroom with gorgeous flooring, a custom-made open rail banister, and a glamorous full-size bathtub: believe it or not, we're talking about a tiny home on wheels, not a sprawling mansion. This custom-built work of art truly redefines ...
Dual-Loft August Tiny Is the Perfect Travel Companion for Summer Adventures
14 Mar 2024, 12:07 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / We love tiny homes because they offer their comfier than RVs and are just as well-suited for permanent living. The adorably compact August tiny house brings the best of both worlds; it's easy to move from place to place and still highly comfor...
German-Made eVTOL Jet Inches Closer to Launching Air Taxi Rides in America
14 Mar 2024, 06:42 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / There are numerous eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing) gearing up to offer long-awaited air mobility services across the US, but the German-made Lilium eVTOL jet is in a league of its own. German eVTOL maker Lilium has set its sights ...
Wind-Powered Carrier Successfully Completes First Six-Month Ocean Voyage
14 Mar 2024, 05:52 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Pyxis Ocean is not a new-generation bulk carrier. Yet, it is now officially a pioneer in green shipping after having ended its first six-month-long ocean trial as a retrofitted ship with great results. It's a huge milestone not just for Cargil...
This Sleek and Stylish 23-foot Tiny Is Simply the Perfect Haven on Wheels
13 Mar 2024, 11:56 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Who wouldn't love a fully equipped, functional home that also exudes the carefree vibe of an exotic retreat? The Matai tiny house blends a versatile, contemporary layout with specific New Zealand features to create the ultimate modern, mobile ...
This Expandable Wide-Body Beauty Is Luxury and Functionality Combined
13 Mar 2024, 09:10 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / With a name like Corbett Canyon Max, you can expect this tiny house to offer vast interiors and the best comfort level. You won't be disappointed – this sophisticated design from a Californian tiny house company is not only one of the bi...
Qantas and Airbus Are Backing One of the Biggest SAF Projects in Australia
13 Mar 2024, 07:41 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Project Ulysses is the name of an ambitious project aiming to put Australia's SAF (sustainable aviation fuel) industry on the map. The name behind it is Jet Zero Australia, supported by some of the heaviest industry players, including Qantas, ...
Embraer Partners With US Climate Tech Incubator for Sustainable Aviation
13 Mar 2024, 06:51 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer is one of the few top-tier giants in global aviation that have fully embraced electric alternatives through its air mobility spin-off, Eve. And it's not stopping there. Embraer-X is lesser known than Eve Air...
The Famous Midnight Air Taxi Is Gearing Up for Spectacular Dubai-Abu Dhabi Flights
12 Mar 2024, 08:26 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the few eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing) supported through the collaboration of an aviation tech company with an automotive giant is ready to go far beyond the borders of its home country and show its prowess in one of the most...
One of the Coolest Personal eVTOLs Is Here for You to Try Out
12 Mar 2024, 07:37 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Piloting your very own flying electric vehicle sounds like one of the best experiences anyone could have, and now it's readily available to you. You don't have to commit to purchasing an expensive, futuristic aircraft without even knowing...
This Fabulous Mobile Studio in the Wild Is as Sophisticated as It Gets
12 Mar 2024, 06:51 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / One of the greatest blessings of the times we live in is that luxury and sustainability can co-exist harmoniously in numerous ways, including an ultra-stylish home on wheels in the wild. Although presented by its builder as a studio, this single-le...
Adorable Low-Budget Tiny Is Fully Off-Grid Yet Surprisingly Modern
12 Mar 2024, 05:34 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Who said that tiny homes equipped for off-grid living can only be rough and rugged? The gorgeous Luan tiny looks every bit as stylish and modern as its more conventional counterparts, and even exudes a luxurious vibe despite being a low-budget mode...
The World’s Only eVTOL Jet to Operate at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport
11 Mar 2024, 08:58 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / If you're excited about the prospect of emission-free urban air taxi flights, you'll be happy to hear about not just one but two important developments in connection to the New York area. A series of pioneering eVTOL (electric vertical...
Beta Technologies Paves the Way for Electric Aviation Across the East Coast
11 Mar 2024, 08:02 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / In anticipation of the first electric air taxi commercial journeys, we need to have adequate infrastructure in place, which includes dedicated charging units. Beta Technologies is one of the few eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) makers ...
This Fully-Custom Tiny Living Heaven Dazzles With a Unique U-shaped Kitchen
11 Mar 2024, 07:16 UTC · By: Otilia Drăgan / Get ready to feast your eyes on a beautifully styled home on wheels that demonstrates what custom building is all about. The U-shaped kitchen, in particular, is one that's easy to forget and a real source of inspiration for every tiny living e...