The newest issue of Arkitip Magazine features one of my favorite urban inspired artists, José Parla. I first covered Parla’s work back in February of last year and I’ve enjoyed following over a year of his progress. If you’re unfamiliar with Miami born, Puerto Rican raised, Brooklyn living José Parla– check out his work. He bridges a solid gap between street graffiti “scribbles” and canvas. Or, as he puts it–”Evidence is left on walls by fleeting creators both aware of their message, and oblivious to what I may find in their signs.”

An amazing group of Norwegian creative people have decided to test their skills on the development of a new bicycle concept. Simplifying the essence of a bike is the basic idea behind Alta Bikes. The result is a unique and attractive bike which is both very light and easy to maintain. Alta is meant for those city riders who need to carry their bike upstairs into their apartment or to work– and of course to not only get them off the street but to proudly display them in their living rooms. Its first production series was quickly sold out and the next one will soon be available with a new variety of colors besides the green shown here.