Design

September 19, 2025

Artist’s Vibrant Watch Collection Is a Playful Reminder To Keep Dreaming

There are plenty of words to describe Yinka Ilori’s design ethos, but “vibrant” might just be at the top of the list. The artist’s newest collaboration with Swiss brand MB&F fits that definition perfectly, embodying the bold colors and playful forms that have come to reflect his practice. Created for MB&F’s M.A.D.Editions line, Ilori’s Grow Your Dreams series reimagines the wristwatch not just as a practical tool, but as an exciting statement piece.

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September 11, 2025

Solar System-Inspired Poster Celebrates the Most Influential Movie Directors in Cinema History

If there’s one piece of decor that film fans love, it's movie posters. But there’s only so much room on one’s walls to honor the best filmmakers and their creations. UK-based graphic design studio Dorothy has come up with a clever way to tribute dozens of directors in one elegant print, giving the concept of “Hollywood star” a completely new meaning.

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September 5, 2025

‘Pirates of the Caribbean’ LEGO Set Lets You Relive Your Favorite Scenes on Jack Sparrow’s Ship

Captain Jack Sparrow once said, “Not all treasure is silver and gold.” And if you’re a massive fan of be the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, the treasure you’re after may very well be made of tiny plastic bricks. LEGO recently announced a Captain Jack Sparrow Pirate Ship set, allowing fans to relive their favorite scenes from the franchise with an intricate depiction of the Black Pearl.

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September 3, 2025

Dad Gets Tattoo To Match Son’s Surgery Scar After Life-Saving Heart Operation

Parents will do just about anything to make their kids feel loved. For New York-based Eric Conklin, that meant getting a tattoo to match the scar on his son’s chest. His little boy, Bennet, was born with a congenital heart defect and spent over a month in the Pediatric Cardiac ICU. In that short time, Bennet went through seven surgeries, which left him with a long scar down his chest.

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