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Le Labo Reconnects With Their Wabi-Sabi Origins in New Kyoto Store

Design Milk

In 2006, Le Labo’s inaugural retail store in New York City’s budding Nolita neighborhood introduced many to the previously unfamiliar concept of wabi-sabi. This ethos is deeply woven into their products and practices, praising the beauty in wear and stories told through time.

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Javier Fuentes reconnects with his cultural roots via trippy digital illustrations

Creative Boom

That's part of the thought process behind Javier's trippy digital illustrations for Xtrano, which see everyday items such as a can of pinto beans and household cleaning products become loaded with nostalgic significance. Moving to Boston in 2006 was a bittersweet experience," he reveals. © Xtrano by Javier Fuentes.

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12 of the best online clothing stores that sell unique pieces by leading artists and designers

Creative Boom

These are one-off pieces, lovingly designed and crafted by independents, so you're certain to stand out from the crowd. The methods they use means there are always minor imperfections, giving the clothes a uniquely hand-crafted, organic feel. Our products are made to last and to be loved for many years. Humphries & Begg.

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F5: Gina Nadal Shares a Favorite Movie, a Memorable Project + More

Design Milk

The Manchester-based Catalan designer was first introduced to the practice during her undergraduate studies in Arts and Design at Escola Massana, but she would take it much further. “I explored various disciplines, from product design to painting. Little Field of Flowers, 2006, designed by Tord Boontje for nanimarquina 2.

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The Art of Simplicity: Top 10 Minimalist Logos

Inkbot Design

The Art of Simplicity: Top 10 Minimalist Logos Minimalism has become a significant trend in logo design over the past decade. Muji Japanese retail company Muji takes a “no-brand” approach to its products and retail stores. This block-style text aligns with the bulkiness of Muji products and shelves. But why an apple?

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Embracing play as the core of design

UX Collective

Noguchi’s art installation on his journey to find the design of public playground When you think about playing, what comes to mind? We cannot view design as merely an activity for crafting things to look nice, drawing fancy images on a platform, or even generating AI-based pictures and writing more prompts to make them more beautiful.

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Remembering Ringan Ledwidge

Creative Review

” After initial discouragement at school – “I remember telling a school career advisor that I was into films, photography and art and he suggested I become a painter and decorator. I was a pretty shy kid so somehow the camera made me feel protected.” Answer on a postcard. ” Photo from the set of Audi Clowns.