Design

December 4, 2018

Mini Porcelain Plate Ornaments Illustrate Funny Fantasy Disaster Scenes

At first glance, these porcelain plates look just like your grandmother’s tableware. But a closer look reveals a playful twist on the popular 18th century, blue and white Willow pattern. Designed by Don Moyer, the series Calamityware incorporates unexpected characters—such as voracious sea monsters, flying monkeys, and mysterious UFOs—illustrated among traditional ceramic motifs. From traditional plates and platters to mugs and bowls, Moyer has it covered when it comes to unique dinnerware.

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November 28, 2018

Striking Color Palettes Show How Designers See Beloved Cities Around the World

Have you ever noticed that certain cities just seem to radiate color? Though they may not be planned, there's no denying that many cities seem to exude particular colors, whether it's the neon lights of Tokyo or the signature yellow of New York's taxi cabs. For designers, who often take their color cues from nature, have also taken notice of the undeniable visual tones of certain cities around the world.

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November 22, 2018

LEGO Is Releasing Stress-Relieving Sets for Adults to Build and Relax

Lately, beloved building block company LEGO has unveiled all sorts of cool sets. For animal lovers, there are cat kits; aspiring architects can stack their own skylines; and, now, there is LEGO FORMA, a fish-inspired line geared toward overwhelmed grown-ups. Intended to “add a splash of creativity to your day,” this new LEGO collection has been designed entirely with adults in mind.

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November 21, 2018

Clever Wooden Bookends Mimic Tokyo’s Narrow Back Alleys Lit Up at Night

Based in Tokyo, Japanese designer monde has created a new category of art and design—bookshelf dioramas. His wood inserts transform ordinary bookshelves into something magical and bring the feel of a Japanese back alley into your home. Monde's “back alley bookshelves” first caused a stir when the designer debuted them at the arts and crafts event Design Festa. Monde was shocked by the attention his project received.

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