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Design Rewind: Italian Design
In Italy, time stretches. What was old becomes new, and what’s new takes shape in the familiarity of everyday life. Here, gestures speak louder than words do, emotions lead with intention, and beauty prevails in a layered display of restraint and radiance. Italy carries its visual charm steeped in the romance of time, place, art,…
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Design Rewind: Japanese Design
Boasting a unique visual sensibility, Japanese design reflects the aesthetic prowess of the country’s storied culture. Japan itself sits at the intersection of art, creativity, exploration, and, most importantly, individuality. Setting trends and precedent, Japanese design exists outside of the traditional constructs of the Western world providing a unique perspective that invites dialogue between disciplines,…
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Design Rewind: German Design
Many countries have played a pivotal role in shaping global artistic expressions, but only one has left an indelible mark in the contemporary world of design thanks to its distinct contextual approach to the art of craftsmanship. In Germany, design is closely tied to the history of industrialization and social reform. Benchmarked by principles of…
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Design Rewind: Mexican Design
Explore the most exciting Mexican design today, from graphic, branding, and product design to fashion, interiors, and architecture.
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Design Rewind: Hallyu, The Unstoppable Rise Of The Korean Wave
If the question “what do you want for dinner?” sends you into a tailspin, consider diving into the Korean Wave by visiting your local Korean BBQ shop. No matter where in the world you’re located, you’re bound to find one closeby—look out for a modern loft-lounge/bar space with high vibes, ample low tables, Hangul character…
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Design Rewind: Portuguese Design
A quick visit to Portugal and you’ll be instantly captivated by the reality of life around you: the sweltering heat, the 19th century architecture, the history contained in the ancient hand-painted azulejos… Let’s explore Portuguese Design and it’s rich cultural legacy! Located in the extreme southwest of Europe, Portugal gets a lot of attention as…
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Design Rewind: Psychedelic Design
No matter how you rolled between the mid-1960s and 1970s, the singular bond between psychedelics and a mind-expanding society rocked the worlds of art, design, music and fashion. The groundbreaking essence of psychedelia was found in creative experimentation. Under the backdrop of social and cultural upheaval, from civil rights, the Vietnam War, and nuclear proliferation,…
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Tosin Oshinowo on the Cultural Influences in Design
Cultural influence comes across in many ways. It is deeply rooted in our personality, the language we speak, in the way we dress, as well as in our values and our behavior. In design, cultural influence holds the weight of our past and steers the wheel into our future. Design is a cultural matter: it’s…
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Design Rewind: the 1980s
What comes to your mind when you think of the 1980s? Do you imagine big, elaborate hairstyles or oversized shoulder pads? Do you hear upbeat music? Or perhaps, you think of color. If so, you might be onto something. From multicolor and technicolor, to no color at all, there is no other decade in which…
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It’s All Fun And Games With Alexander Cherkasov
Remember when imagination was the height of creation? There was a time before we morphed into adulthood when our minds were stripped of any limits and constructs. As children, we used to imagine far-fetched places and scenarios that rebelled against convention. We dared to dream in shapes, colors, and sounds beyond the status quo. Whatever…
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Branding The Art Of Beautiful Living With James Kirkup From An Open Understanding
Nowadays, a brand serves a very practical purpose (to sell you things, mostly), but the true winning formula calls for a strong foundation: a mix of approachable sensibility, a hefty dose of excitement, and guaranteed self-fulfillment for the lucky buyer. Make a few adjustments here and there, assemble, then add the finishing touches—the right execution…
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David And Max On the Art Of Collaboration, Type Design, and Augmented Reality
Design is often seen as an industry full of eccentric personalities and exceptional, unique talent. Although the myth of single genius designers looms large in practice, its art is often far more collaborative. The most dynamic and fruitful creative relationships underpin what makes design today exceptionally dynamic and, most importantly, what shapes the landscape for…