Design

August 31, 2023

Cyberpunk Restaurant in Japan Serves Vacuum-Packed Burgers and Sake Made From Seahorses

A new restaurant in Tokyo is bringing the cyberpunk aesthetic of sci-fi films and anime movies to life. Neo Shinjuku Atsushi provides a unique experience that transports patrons into a dystopian world. The neon-filled space is designed to take anyone who enters away from reality and into an environment where the outside world appears to be crumbling. With seating for just 29 people—including nine seats at the bar—Neon Shinjuku Atsushi is an intimate experience.

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August 19, 2023

How the Memphis Movement Went Against “Good Taste” To Inspire Designers Today

Trends are cyclical, and it seems that even the most outrageous ones find a way of coming back in vogue. Memphis design, a style synonymous with the 1980s, is one example of how a movement that, in the early aughts, would’ve seemed ridiculous is now back in style among influencers and tastemakers. Once called “a shotgun wedding between Bauhaus and Fisher-Price,” Memphis design is now taken seriously by the design community.

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August 10, 2023

These Beautiful Scarves Give You Wings Like a Bird

Shovava, meaning “cheeky” and “playful,” is a unique line of women's clothing that features amazingly intricate natural details often found throughout nature. Created by Australia-based artist Roza Kamitova, each gorgeous and elegant piece is covered with her hand drawn paintings and prints. Kamitova originally worked for eight years in the fashion industry until she decided that the world could use a bit more creativity in clothing designs.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.