Tattoo Design as Contemporary Body Ornament
A large blackwork tattoo merges art and identity, transforming the body into a dynamic canvas while reflecting personal expression and cultural significance in contemporary practices.Read More →
January 31, 2025
Join me at Encyclopedia Design, where we delve into the rich tapestry of the decorative and applied arts. Each post spans over 250 years of innovation and unveils the history, craftsmanship, and aesthetic principles that shape our everyday environments. Explore fascinating stories about furniture, textiles, ceramics, and more. Discover how design not only decorates but also defines our world. Ready to uncover the beauty of design?
A large blackwork tattoo merges art and identity, transforming the body into a dynamic canvas while reflecting personal expression and cultural significance in contemporary practices.Read More →
The Discocó pendant lamp by Christophe Mathieu blends sculptural form with functional lighting, featuring layered discs that create a captivating interplay of light, shadow, and atmosphere.Read More →
A curated directory of 100 important furniture, lighting, seating and accessories companies, from modernist design houses to contemporary manufacturers and homeware brands.Read More →
The 1933 Lucky Strike advertisement exemplifies how fashion illustration and design established glamour and sophistication, linking the cigarette brand to modern femininity while normalising harmful products.Read More →
The 1965 Chevrolet Chevy II wagon combined practicality, spaciousness, and style, appealing to suburban families with its functional design, durability, and modern aesthetics.Read More →
Piero De Martini is an Italian architect, industrial designer, and furniture designer born in Milan in 1939. His work belongs to the intellectually disciplined currentRead More →
The 1952 Widdicomb Furniture catalogue showcases mid-century American interior design, emphasising comfort, colour, and coordinated furnishings for informal domestic living environments.Read More →
The Asko “Joulukoti” advertisement showcases festive Finnish furniture using bold colours and modern design, blending celebration and accessibility for everyday family life.Read More →
American Colonial design reflects a unique blend of British influence and local adaptation, shaping furniture, architecture, and decorative arts before the Federal period, emphasising practicality and regional character.Read More →
Explore modernist textiles and carpets, from Omega Workshops and Bauhaus weaving to Eileen Gray, Marion Dorn and abstract rug design.Read More →