The Italian ceramic house Mutina is a magnet for the most talented designers of tile in the world. They include Hella Jongerius, Patricia Urquiola, Vincent Van Dusyen, and Tokukin Yoshioka. …
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Sustainable houseware made from chopsticks
I should have known better than to leave any email from a certain Chicago contact unopened for weeks. Because design news from that city – my personal favourite in the …
Extend the summer season with customizable outdoor lighting
Once August is underway, there’s a subtle change in the sunshine. It’s still hot – often hotter than ever – but summer is at its apex, and doesn’t seem to …
Jewelry maker has a role in new Richard Linklater film
There’s a funny six degrees of separation connect between me and some pretty famous folks this week. I am happy to count among my friends Texas-based jewel artist Sugar Gay …
A simple stool that serves several purposes
Artek’s humble three-legged Stool 60, designed by Alvar Aalto, celebrates its 90th anniversary in 2023. This essential piece of furniture is still manufactured in Finland, employing a production process refined …
