Simon Porte Jacquemus, a Provence-born designer, blends regional charm and innovative design to create authentic and diverse fashion pieces, inviting self-expression.Read More →
Vaughan Oliver, an iconoclast in graphic design, redefined album cover art as profound artistic statements. His groundbreaking work still influences the industry.Read More →
Atika, a Czech Design Group, challenged traditional norms with Postmodernism, using varied materials to create visually striking designs before disbanding in 1992.Read More →
The Catholic Counter-Reformation is closely related with Baroque, which peaked in Rome around 1630–1680. Despite its origins in Rome, the Baroque style influenced people all around Europe. Its rapid pace, striking realism (giving spectators the feeling that they were watching an actual event), and direct emotional appeal were perfectly suited to announcing the Catholic Church’s renewed vitality. Read More →
The Robo-Stacker, designed by Jam in 1994, creatively repurposes Whirlpool washing machine drums into elegant storage units, emphasizing sustainability through innovative recycling in design.Read More →
There have been many creative tributes to London’s iconic Brutalist buildings in recent years. Once dismissed as ugly, the concrete towers and blocks of the capital enjoy a renaissance and artists, designers, and photographers are amongst those who now celebrate them.Read More →
Aldo Borletti founded the Compasso d’Oro (Golden Compass) competition and the award for product aesthetics at the Italian department store La Rinascente at the X Triennale (see Milan Triennale) in Milan in 1954. In Europe, the award was the first of its kind. Read More →