Contemporary Design (Page 8)

Orrefors Street crystal decanter and double old fashioned whisky glasses with amber spirit

The Orrefors Street Double Old Fashioned Glass Pair is a unique barware item combining design artistry with rigid craftsmanship, developed by designer Jan Johansson. Inspired by Manhattan’s street grid, these crystal glasses made in Slovenia offer style and luxury.Read More →

Matali Crasset (English, German, Spanish, French and Italian Edition)

The book on Matali Crasset explores her innovative approach to design, focusing on the interconnectedness of objects, spaces, and users, enriching contemporary French design discourse.Read More →

Dante Gabriel Rossetti reading proofs of Sonnets and Ballads to Theodore Watts-Dunton

19th-century Aestheticism departed from Victorian utilitarianism and instead valued beauty in art. Originating as a counter-movement to industrialization, it emphasized sensory appeal, luxury materials, and intricate design details. Influences included Eastern design and the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood. Its principles continue to inspire contemporary design, stressing individual expression and diverse cultural integration.Read More →