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25 Designers On Their Favorite American Designs
25 Designers On Their Favorite American Designs
We asked some of our favorite designers to pay tribute to American design.
Iddris Sandu is Going to Change the World
Iddris Sandu is Going to Change the World
The 21-year-old has coded for tech’s biggest names, collaborated with hip-hop stars, and received honors from the president.
Ultravioletto Unveils “Neural Mirror” During Festival of Two Worlds
Ultravioletto Unveils “Neural Mirror” During Festival of Two Worlds
The design group unveils “Neural Mirror” at the former Church of Santa Maria della Manna d’Oro in Spoleto.
Designer Joseph Dirand Imbues a Greenhouse Vibe into a New Vegetable-Driven Restaurant in Manhattan
Designer Joseph Dirand Imbues a Greenhouse Vibe into a New Vegetable-Driven Restaurant in Manhattan
Michelin-grade chef Alain Verzeroli and Dirand team up to open Le Jardinier
New Exhibition Features Azzedine Alaïa’s 1991 Tati Collection
New Exhibition Features Azzedine Alaïa’s 1991 Tati Collection
A new exhibition examines the Tunisian designer’s Tati collection.
Graphic Design Legend Milton Glaser on How to Balance Art and Commerce
Graphic Design Legend Milton Glaser on How to Balance Art and Commerce
The designer behind the iconic “I Love NY” logo shares a lifetime of experience.
Second Home Los Angeles Outpost in East Hollywood
Second Home Los Angeles Outpost in East Hollywood
In the spiritual homeland of Googie architecture, another futurist arrival is set to inspire a different breed of awe.
Chicago’s “The Bean” Is Vandalized
Chicago’s “The Bean” Is Vandalized
The reflective monumental work by Anish Kapoor was tagged with silver spray paint in the early morning hours.
How Giovanni Bedin Is Reinterpreting the Rules of Couture
How Giovanni Bedin Is Reinterpreting the Rules of Couture
A conversation with Venetian designer after his fourth fashion show at Paris Couture Week reveals the thinking behind his design approach.
Francis Kéré’s Haven at Tippet Rise
Francis Kéré’s Haven at Tippet Rise
Tippet Rise Art Center unveils its first site-specific commission since it opened in 2016: a secluded wooden pavilion.
Snøhetta’s Friendly Gesture at the Nobel Peace Center
Snøhetta’s Friendly Gesture at the Nobel Peace Center
The Norwegian architecture firm will unveil a bench that fosters friendly dialogue at the UN Headquarters
This Artist’s Death Should Be a Wake-Up Call for Everyone
This Artist’s Death Should Be a Wake-Up Call for Everyone
On July 1, artist Devra Freelander was struck and killed while cycling in Brooklyn.
Marlon Brando’s ‘Apocalypse Now’ Rolex Reemerges
Marlon Brando’s ‘Apocalypse Now’ Rolex Reemerges
The famed actor’s watch from the 1979 film goes up for auction at Phillips in December.