CH25: Melissa Kushner

Reinventing philanthropy to do greater good for Malawi’s children

“I lost my father three weeks before I was born, so I was hardwired to care about children who have lost one or more parents,” Melissa Kushner explains. Her fate was sealed when shortly after graduating from college she landed a job working with the former head of UNICEF Malawi. Moved by what she learned, Kushner founded Goods for Good at age 26 to aid …

CH25: Joshua Harker

Pushing the boundaries of sculpture with intricate 3D printing

Self-proclaimed “troublemaker ” Joshua Harker creates intricate 3D-printed works that near the border of impossibility, and he has been able to do so by taking the road less traveled by artists before him. Taking advantage of technology that’s developed alongside his art, he uses platforms like Kickstarter to make his works accessible to a wider audience. In the late ’80s, he started drawing using the …

Six Eye-Catching Planters

From statement metallic pots to minimalist wares, thoughtfully designed pieces to house your beloved greenery

Once you’ve gotten the knack of keeping finicky houseplants healthy and green, they’ll soon outgrow their current residences, and when they do—consider upgrading to one of these eye-catching planters. From the statement metallics to minimalist designs, there’s something to match the mood of any room—and plant. Check out more unusual planters in our Buy section. Graphyne Planter + Cutout Tray Brooklyn-based design studio Light + …