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The Archibald Denim Edition: A New Take for Poltrona Frau

Design Milk

This slubbed denim, which refers to the microscopic bumps on the face of the warp threads, is characteristic of many luxury raw denim fabrics. Jean-Marie Massaud is a French industrial designer, never limited to just product.

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Read Between the Lines of RYTM, an Architecturally Inspired Turntable

Design Milk

Industrial designer Jorge Paez describes his creative process as one driven by a “professional daydreamer’s perspective.” Then you may notice there’s no tonearm, when in reality the component is slyly integrated into the turntable’s linear arrangement, designed to pop-out when playback is desired.

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PJ Riley's first solo show is a portal to a world of emotional intensity

Creative Boom

Inspired by the vibrancy of Matisse and the spontaneity of Jackson Pollock, PJ Riley's paintings also reference the distortions of Picasso and the textured brush marks of van Gogh. Woven together with soulful reflections on the human condition, these sometimes bold, sometimes melancholic paintings span the entire spectrum of emotions.

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The Poêle Collection From Phillipe Starck for Alessi Goes Beyond the Pan

Design Milk

Taking visual, manufacturing, and style references from the humble steel skillet, the Poêle (meaning ‘pan’ in French) Collection gives nod to the brand’s history of creating items for the kitchen. This process, originally developed in the 50s, has been modernized to produce tasteful and inviting forms.

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Bowers & Wilkins Switches Into High Gear With Zeppelin McLaren Edition

Design Milk

Which all made industrial designer Morten Warren and his team at Native’s sleek oblong Zeppelin a memorable design. The vibrant Papaya Orange embellishing this special edition is a reference to the hue McLaren founder Bruce McLaren chose to adorn his earliest racing cars with.

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2023 Modern Gift Ideas From Managing Editor Joseph Patrick Sgambati III

Design Milk

It’s an exceptional gift for those who appreciate historical references as it takes inspiration from the Wiener Werkstätte art scene – an amalgam of craft, architecture, and graphic design. The vase delightfully subverts expectations from the crystal brand while serving as more than just a collectible item.

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12 Favorites From Fulton Market DesignDays That Spark Joy, Creativity

Design Milk

Chicago maintains a rich design history with contributions spanning architectural, graphic, and industrial design, but the last decade has seen something of a renaissance for the contract furniture industry that gathers there.

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