Interiors
A bewitching project of contemporary folk art, Cake Vases are inspired by the technique of making Spettekaka, a popular dessert in the southern parts of Sweden—the country where Contextual Design MA graduate Erika Emerén was born. Now...
Interiors
A stunning design collection that extends from carpet to ceramics, Ornamental Crime is a project created by designer Claudia Cauville in response to an infamous essay by modernist Adolf Loos; in which the Austrian and Czech architect criticises...
Interiors
Mexican-born designer Moisés Hernández uses the objects and traditions, textures and social contrasts that are found in his homeland as inspiration for his work — although the chaos of hometown Mexico City may be the last thing that'd come to...
Interiors
Since Piero Gatti, Cesare Paolini and Franco Teodoro designed the first in 1969, 'beanbags' have come a long way. Typically made from leather, suede, corduroy and polyester, and coming in a variety of sizes and shapes stuffed with styrofoam beans,...
Interiors
Irina Razumovskaya’s backstory is somewhat impressive. Frequenting the Hermitage Museum from the age of five (to date), the prodigious Russian would begin evening art classes at the Kustodiev Art School aged just seven. Already...
Interiors
Jorge Penadés has whipped up an impressive array of accolades since graduating from Madrid’s Istituto Europeo di Design (IED) in 2014. Not only has the young designer collaborated with fashion house Hermès, he has a spot in the permanent...
Interiors
Founded in 1987 by Nani Marquina, whose singular desire was to 'design rugs that were visually surprising for people to enjoy', nanimarquina is now based in Barcelona and New York, and has collaborated with a wealth of national and international...
Interiors
An ardent enthusiast of all things ‘pattern and print’, graphic designer Marc Hendrick has selected four new creatives for his creative project Slowdown Studio — from designers to illustrators; artists and painters — to collaborate on its...
Interiors
With clients like New York Times and Nike in their little black book, Stockholm-based graphic design and art direction studio Museum Studio recently conceived Solid; a contrary object made in collaboration with furniture designer Kristoffer...
Interiors
Case Studyo and Jean Jullien have launched their latest collaboration; a set of six Face Plates, each evoking the singular style of the regarded French illustrator. Limited to just 250 sets, the plates are hand-crafted and moulded in...
Interiors
Take out the commercialism, and the festive season — that is right upon us — is a time for togetherness and goodwill; it's a time for family and friendship. It's easy to forgot those who have nothing, but what better time to spare a thought for...
Interiors
High-end natural stone company Van Den Weghe — synonymous with luxury design, quality and innovation — recently created a collection of furniture in collaboration with a hand-picked selection of architects and designers; entitled Van Den Weghe...
City Notes
“A masterclass in conceptuality,” a hotel that “takes you on a fuzzy trip of vague recollection,” and “a paradise of inimitable escapism.” That’s what we said about Port de Sóller’s impressive Bikini Island & Mountain Hotel three...
City Notes
Hidden in the quiet heart of rural Spain, La Torre del Visco Hotel offers unrivalled luxury and adventures walking in a shepherd’s footsteps across the ancient Aragonese landscape that once inspired Picasso… In the early 20th century,...
City Notes
The world’s first StandardX hotel has opened in Fitzroy, Melbourne, the offshoot of the renowned global The Standard hotels, officially touted as the brand’s “rebellious younger sibling” with an offering of “intuitive hospitality without...
Stuff Crush
See captivating, never-before-published photographs of 1970s and '80s USA cultural hotspots including New York City, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Miami Beach and more in Street Walker, a new publication from revered street photographer and...
Dispatches
Experiencing forgetfulness can be frustrating, and it often leaves you wondering if it's due to stress or adult ADHD. Everyday stress impacts your memory because it overwhelms your brain, leading to moments of forgetfulness. This includes misplacing...
Dispatches
The Square Mile, London's historic financial district, is changing rapidly, with cryptos and digital assets becoming popular. Popular trading pairs like BTC/USDT are now commonly discussed in boardrooms where traditional banking once dominated....
Dispatches
When you think of a baby play mat, you likely imagine a colourful space for your child to enjoy toys and games. Yet, these mats offer much more than simple entertainment. Playmats provide a safe area for developing your baby's motor skills and...
Dispatches
Fashion and art have always shared an unspoken connection, inspiring and shaping each other across centuries. Whether it’s haute couture borrowing motifs from famous paintings or streetwear taking cues from graffiti and urban aesthetics, the...